3 Star Hotel

Nightcap at Gateway Hotel

218 - 230 Princess Highway, Corio, Corio, Australia View Map

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Nightcap at Gateway Hotel

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Just a 5-minute drive from the Geelong waterfront, Nightcap at Gateway Hotel offers an onsite bar and buffet restaurant. All air-conditioned guest rooms feature a flat-screen TV and a fridge. Geelong Gateway Hotel is a 5-minute drive from Corio Bay. Both Avalon Raceway and Skilled Stadium are a 10-minute drive away. Avalon Airport is a 15-minute drive away. All rooms are heated and feature a seating area and tea and coffee making facilities. They offer an private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Other hot facilities include a kids’ club with an indoor playground and Playstations. The bar offers live entertainment. The buffet restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner.

329 Reviews

8.0Very Good
Cleanliness
8.6
Staff
8.8
Location
8.3

What Guests Say

  • “Everything was clean & comfortable. The bathroom was a little dated but it was still clean & functional”
  • “Everything from meals drinks and accommodation was spot on thinking about returning on our way back”
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Top Amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Parking
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Studio with King and Single Bed1/4

Studio with King and Single Bed

270 sqft • 1 Single, 1 King

  • Additional toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
Two-Bedroom Studio1/4

Two-Bedroom Studio

539 sqft • 1 King, 3 Single

  • Additional toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap

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    What Guests Loved

    8
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    Based on 329 reviews

    Location

    8.3

    Cleanliness

    8.6

    Staff

    8.8

    Overall Quality

    8.1

    Pros +

    • Everything was clean & comfortable. The bathroom was a little dated but it was still clean & functional
    • Everything from meals drinks and accommodation was spot on thinking about returning on our way back
    • Value for money, friendly staff! Close to spirit of Tasmania port.

    Cons -

    • The only thing I found not very user friendly was the entry into the reception
    • Nil
    • The room was exceptionally well kept, for the night rate. If anything the bed needed an upgrade and the area was a little noisy.
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    9JodiePosted on: 1-18-2026

    Everything was clean & comfortable. The bathroom was a little dated but it was still clean & functional

    The only thing I found not very user friendly was the entry into the reception

    10SharonPosted on: 12-29-2025

    Everything from meals drinks and accommodation was spot on thinking about returning on our way back

    Nil

    10KathyPosted on: 4-30-2025

    Value for money, friendly staff! Close to spirit of Tasmania port.

    The room was exceptionally well kept, for the night rate. If anything the bed needed an upgrade and the area was a little noisy.

    4EbonyPosted on: 4-26-2025

    The bed was extremely comfortable and the shower was great pressure.

    It wasn’t as clean as I would have liked; dusty, spiders and spiderwebs, limescale in the shower. Took forever to be served and decided to try the buffet where the food was awful and gave my husband a bad stomach, we were also told that the buffet closes at 8:30 when we sat at 8 but food was being taken away before then, most of the food being inedible, as well as not one staff member approached us to take plates or offer drinks, we were very rushed and stared at. Not worth the $100 for two to eat or the $180 we payed for the room.

    10MandyPosted on: 4-22-2025

    The rooms had obviously been recently renovated, were comfortable and well-appointed.

    I think they could utilise the back section of the rooms better, there was a back door that led out to a covered space, which was a nice spot to sit in the morning, but there were a lot of leaves that could have been blown away to make it more inviting.

    8KimPosted on: 4-18-2025

    The bathroom was very modern and the room was spacious. Beds were very comfortable.

    For the price, I would've liked a microwave and crockery/cutlery in the room. Other accommodation that I booked either side of my stay at the Gateway, had these items and were cheaper in price.

    8SayoPosted on: 4-13-2025

    Everything was great! Unfortunately the Wifi reception was poor. Maybe because the room was far from reception and bar.

    9SonaliPosted on: 3-31-2025

    Neat and. Clean place. The rooms were at the back and a bit lonely. The first night we were a bit uncomfortable if it was safe but realised that it was fine. The room was clean and bathroom was modern with all amenities. It is right on princess highway, so was great ti get in and get out.

    8RuthPosted on: 3-11-2025

    Comfortable, great location to Spirit of Tasmania. Friendly, helpful staff.

    9SusiePosted on: 2-21-2025

    It was clean and big

    Don’t have breakfast optional

    9ChristinaPosted on: 2-20-2025

    Location suited us. Convenience of having a hotel and bistro was helpful. The room was very clean inside, and comfortable. Flexible check in was helpful.

    Outside of the room, including the door and car park, was dirty. Lots of cigarette butts scattered about.

    5PennyleePosted on: 2-17-2025

    Room was nice and clean in arrival have stayed many times before both pre and post renovations and will likely continue staying

    The king mattress was very well used and springs could be felt. Down the centre of the the bed where no one sleeps made the rest of the mattress feel weird and uncomfortable. Didn’t sleep a wink both nights I was there which made my stay a little worse this time around

    7WendyPosted on: 2-14-2025

    My sister and l arrived and the staff where good. When we went in to the room there where no coffee cups. I went up and saw them and they where very nice and came down and told my siter that they were being washed. At that time she said there was a wet face washer in the shower. They removed the face washer but didn't replace it or the bath mat. Apart from that everything else was good

    towels, bath mat, face washers and an extra towel and the cups would have been nice on arrival. As we didn't check in till 2pm

    6ConroyPosted on: 2-10-2025

    Secure entry/lock.Super easy check out with the key drop off box!The restaurant/buffet.

    I had to wipe down the the bedside tables & table-there were visible red wine glass rings from the previous guests.The reception was unattended on arrival-ignored by the bar staff. I was unsure if I was in the correct area to Check in.

    10AlexandraPosted on: 2-2-2025

    Clean rooms, tasteful decor, quiet.

    10RaylenePosted on: 1-25-2025

    This hotel was great. The room was large. Bed was very comfortable. Staff were lovely. They also have all you can eat buffet.

    I like a lockable bathroom door.

    5MaryPosted on: 1-21-2025

    Bed was ok

    Reception in a REALLY ROUGH part of hotel. Hotel stayed open until 4am. As I went in I thought - we don’t stay in places like this. In industrial area. VERY overpriced. No tissues, no shower cap, no hand cream.

    5BrentPosted on: 1-19-2025

    We booked based on the location and images on the website. In reality it was smack bang in the middle of a commercial area. Not that pretty. Having said that, we only really needed somewhere to stay while we attended some business. The room was adequate, but, us being slightly older, we generally stay in slightly more up market accommodation. We used the buffet next door. It was great family food and we enjoyed what we had. Staff at reception were great.

    Would we stay there again? Probably not. It could be quite a nice place to stay but needs a lot of work... sorry.

    8SelinaPosted on: 1-16-2025

    Staff were exceptional, very friendly and helpful. Meals were excellent with large portions for a good price.

    Beds were a little hard. A toaster or microwave would have been good to have.

    9Bjonly1Posted on: 1-6-2025

    Loved the close proximity to Spirit of Tasmania dock. Meal at the Bistro was so good. Loved the Shower and comfortable beds.

    Nothing to report.

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Food & Drinks

    • Restaurant

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Free Parking

    Health & Safety

    • Health Services
    • Daily disinfection
    • Professional cleaning services

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    General

    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 2:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 10:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    ParkingFree parking is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 to 2 can stay with cot, subject to additional charges. Children of age 0 and above can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges.
    PetsPets are not allowed.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    Please note that guests must be over 18 years of age or accompanied by an adult. You must show a valid photo ID upon check in. Please note that this property requires a $100 credit card pre-authorization or cash deposit upon check in to cover any incidental charges.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A damage deposit of AUD 100.0 is required at checkin. This will be collected by other. You should be reimbursed on checkout via other, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Location

    Nightcap at Gateway Hotel

    218 - 230 Princess Highway, Corio, Corio