MEET in Geelong and The Bellarine.

If Geelong isn’t already on your business event radar, it should be. In both activity and infrastructure Geelong and The Bellarine is the second largest city in Victoria. With Melbourne only an hours drive, this makes our city extremely accessible, and one of the most sought after regions to host your business event.

Here are some fast facts when it comes to what our region has to offer:

Business Events Geelong are here to assist you in creating an unforgettable business event within our region.

Our spectacular region offers a range of venues to suit groups of all sizes. We have put together a list of conference spaces, accommodation choices and also a few unique experiences, all of which are guaranteed to make your next business event one that stands out.

Conference venues that have it all and more

Waurn Ponds Estate: Tucked away on Deakin University’s Waurn Ponds Campus, the Estate is surrounded by a beautiful, distraction free rural environment. Escape from the distractions of the outside world and to immerse yourself within an estate that has it all and more.

Curlewis Golf Club: When it comes to facilities, functions and epicurean experience, the new Curlewis Golf Club & Resort is next level. Commanding in both scope and ambience, no detail or expense has been spared in bringing The Bellarine’s newest and most dynamic destination to life.

Higher Mark: With a total of 32 premium event spaces, you are not without choice with it comes to GMHBA’s Higher Mark. The versatile venue can be adapted to suit all event size requirements with facilities for two to 2,450 guests. The sophisticated event spaces deliver the perfect venue for all types of events ranging from conferences, exhibitions, business meetings, to social functions, and more.

Novotel Geelong: Whether it’s a meeting, conference, exhibition, dinner or accommodation, Novotel Geelong has everything you need all in the one venue. With the choice of one of 6 meeting and conference spaces, you are not limited by choice when it comes to this business event venue. Not only can Novotel Geelong host your conference, but you will also have access to 109 guest rooms with balconies, some with bay views and private terraces. Novotel Geelong is the complete package.

Accommodation that is more than just a good night’s sleep

The R Hotel: The R Hotel is your 4.5-star luxury hotel experience. Located just five minutes’ walk to Eastern Beach, the hotel offers spacious and deluxe rooms as well as one and two bedroom self-contained apartments.

Vue Apartments: Looking for spacious, luxury accommodation, which also offers views of the bay and a central location? Vue Apartments is your answer. 60 spacious apartments with a selection of studio, one and two bedroom apartments, plus several family apartments. All apartments offer open plan living/dining/kitchen, and double glazed windows with high ceilings.

The Lon Spa and Retreat: is an adult exclusive 5 star luxury retreat, On over 200 acres of rural and conservation land. Guests have exclusive use of the property’s facilities including the retreat, spa, mineral pool, private beach access, surrounding gardens and farmland.

Rydges Geelong: With sweeping views of Corio Bay and only minutes from the waterfront, this premier hotel is the perfect blend of city convenience and scenic holiday feel. Rydges Geelong features 138 spacious rooms including apartments and suites, an onsite restaurant and bar and a range of contemporary event spaces.

Indulgent, Adventurous and Relaxing Experiences

Portarlington Mussel Tour: Portarlington Mussel Tours might be the Bellarine’s most decadent and delicious way to learn about Molluscs. Sail the bay, feast on shellfish plucked fresh from the sea, and explore the source of Portarlington’s famous mussels, with a fifth generation sea farmer and his luxe Huon-pine trawler. There are plenty of local wines and eats on board, too

Sea All Dolphins Swim: Get up close and personal with dolphins and seals on a sightseeing cruise of Port Phillip Bay. Want to get amongst the action – swim with the wild seals and dolphins. No matter what you choose this is an experience to last a life time.

Ceres Distilling Co: Geelong’s newest Gin Distillery located an hours drive from Melbourne and 15 minutes from Victoria’s surf coast and Great Ocean Road, this distillery deliverys in abundance with their Gin Making Masterclass. Over the class, you will also tantalise your tastebuds tasting different Gin styles, and enjoying a Charcuterie platter. You’ll have access to behind the scenes of the Distillery itself and also get to operate a still and make your very own bespoke Gin. It’s time to get set for a gin-fuelled evening.