Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Continental breakfasts are available daily for a fee of approximately AUD 12 for adults and children.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 until 23:00, and check-out is by 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and bathrooms.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in North Geelong, within a 10-minute drive of the Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal and the Islamic Society of Geelong. Geelong Golf Course is 0.6 mi away, and Rippleside Park is 1.5 mi away.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available for guests.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, though specific age details are not provided.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The property offers rollaway beds for a fee of AUD 25.0 per night, and advance request or confirmation may be required.

Sphinx Hotel Motel Geelong - Comfort and Quality

Average nightly price at Sphinx Hotel Motel by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$113
February	US$110
March	US$114
April	US$112
May	US$118
June	US$116
July	US$112
August	US$109
September	US$95
October	US$99
November	US$99
December	US$105

What guests think

At Sphinx Hotel, travelers highlight friendly, helpful staff and convenient on-site dining, while rooms are generally basic and dated, with recurring noise from the late-night gaming venue and several reports of maintenance and cleanliness issues.

Many guests find the location handy for Kardinia Park, shops and restaurants, and access to major roads. Parking outside rooms suits road‑trippers, though the pool is sometimes reported dirty or closed. Wi‑Fi can be unreliable and prices feel high for simple rooms; expect a straightforward stay with lively nightlife and variable upkeep.

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Facilities

The on-site bistro/bar with gaming and occasional shows is a highlight, and parking outside rooms suits trailers and larger vehicles. Several guests report the pool being dirty or unusable at times.

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10

Elvira

30 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the staff’s friendly, easy going, will do anything attitude. It’s also one of the most “kid friendly family bistro” you should all be proud of your efforts and by the way ….. Thanks for the $968 Jackpot in the gaming Room ….. WINNER WINNER

8

Jo

25 Sept 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable room food at bistro was excellent !!!!!! Heaps of parking which was great because we had a trailer.

6

Darren

12 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location and dining experience was really good and playground was amazing for our 4 year old. Down falls is the pool was super dirty and didn’t want our son going in there and I think it’s alittle over priced for what it is just a real basic room and bathroom was falling apart but it did the job.

10

Deb

18 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great for parking out the back with a race car transporter, easy to get to from Avalon speedway

8

Sharron

30 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The Sphinx probably had its heyday in the 1980’s and still retains the optimism of that era. Our room was sparkling clean with none of the dreadful chemical deodoriser smell some older premises use. As an asthmatic - thank you Sphinx! The restaurant and bar are handy and the service excellent.

10

Kimberley

4 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was clean and had everything we needed. Car parking outside the rooms and with the restaurant and bar right next door, was very convenient for dinner. All food was delicious and reasonably priced.

8

Leila

11 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable stay Great for parking with trailer AND pool

8

Dorothy

16 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Liked atmosphere meals and the shows Staff were excellent

6

Skaiste

5 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, short drive to city or to get back on freeway. Disappointed the price advertised was not the same I paid at the property, a difference of $20 as we checked in on a public holiday. On arrival no sign on reception to say we had to go to bar to check in. We booked as required wifi for night. Could not connect as said their hotspot had error & to sign in. Went to bar to enquire, no sign in needed should be auto & as no management on site. no one could sort the wifi. Odd for a busy Easter weekend. Bar was busy with people & a ton of pokies for those that like that. Room was good, just pity on service & additional cost, a dollar or 2 you can understand $20 not so much

4

Edward

4 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room appeared to have not been cleaned properly. There was no cutlery except for 2 tiny wooden disposable teaspoons. The air conditioner was non functional. The doona did not have a cover but rather a loose flat sheet over it to give the outward appearance on a cover. The mini “fridge” was more like a mini freezer and froze everything that was placed inside. The pool looked to be a mess and wasn’t usable. The staircase leading to the second floor of rooms was unsafe and had several steps that were not secure. The best part of my stay was the bistro dining experience, the staff were outstanding and the food was perfect!

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Cleanliness

Housekeeping and maintenance are mixed: some rooms are spotless, while others report stained linens, missed cleaning, insects, leaks, and broken or tired fixtures.

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4

Sunil

16 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Not worth of money, not clean enough

6

Patricia

6 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were fine, the room was tired, toilet leaked all night, and there were no towels in the room, and very noisy with late night people catching cabs just outsdie my room

6

RICHARD

9 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

relatively expensive, room to be expected, but overall a little uncared for and a little dusty/dirty utensils/glasses.

8

Charles

8 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Did not have a towel and no way of filling up kettle which needs replacing due to being dirty.

4

Robert

2 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms were very large and tĥe shower was great No microwave shower had a cŕack in the base. No curtains window was not locked front door toʻ the room 1t was very flimsy I would trust it spa I wouldn't trust it very disappointed not worth the $210 a night stayed in much better and cheaper 👎

8

Sharron

30 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The Sphinx probably had its heyday in the 1980’s and still retains the optimism of that era. Our room was sparkling clean with none of the dreadful chemical deodoriser smell some older premises use. As an asthmatic - thank you Sphinx! The restaurant and bar are handy and the service excellent.

4

samantha

30 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

There were blood stains on the mattress protector. The kettle was so stained on the inside it made you feel sick. I complained and they gave me a full refund and changed the cover and the kettle. Management were very apologetic and very helpful. The bathroom was very tiny and gaps in the window frames for bugs and air to come thru. The actual dining area and food was beautiful .

6

Eric

10 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms were cramped but reasonable quality, but there were old soap bars in the bathroom and hairs on one of the beds. The staff apologised the next day and said we’d get a call but it’s been a week. People were slamming doors outside our room after midnight. On the positive side if you are into gaming and themed venues and partying all night this might be your venue, the bar / games room was right next to the accommodation.

10

Jennifer

6 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room was spotless and the staff were very friendly. Nothing was a problem for them. The food in the hotel was excellent.I recommend the Sphinx Hotel and Motel . We will be back next year . Thank you for the wonderful service.

4

Edward

4 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room appeared to have not been cleaned properly. There was no cutlery except for 2 tiny wooden disposable teaspoons. The air conditioner was non functional. The doona did not have a cover but rather a loose flat sheet over it to give the outward appearance on a cover. The mini “fridge” was more like a mini freezer and froze everything that was placed inside. The pool looked to be a mess and wasn’t usable. The staircase leading to the second floor of rooms was unsafe and had several steps that were not secure. The best part of my stay was the bistro dining experience, the staff were outstanding and the food was perfect!

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Rooms

Rooms are basic and dated, with repeated reports of late-night noise from gaming areas or other guests and Wi‑Fi often unreliable; some larger or spa rooms offer added comfort.

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8

Kelly

17 Feb 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Always a decent stay, food at the pub is great and has 2 kids play areas. We stayed 2 nights and the 2nd day we were not provided with extra tea and coffee, which we should have been as if we stayed one, the room would be refreshed. Towels were, so not sure why they didn't replace tea/coffee/soap etc. Other than this, it's clean, basic rooms and a bit of fun. Wifi did not connect.

8

Anita

19 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We booked the spa room, which was nice. The room was a bit dated, but clean and comfy. The staff went above and beyond duty though to help you, if needed.

6

Patricia

6 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were fine, the room was tired, toilet leaked all night, and there were no towels in the room, and very noisy with late night people catching cabs just outsdie my room

4

Robert

2 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms were very large and tĥe shower was great No microwave shower had a cŕack in the base. No curtains window was not locked front door toʻ the room 1t was very flimsy I would trust it spa I wouldn't trust it very disappointed not worth the $210 a night stayed in much better and cheaper 👎

4

Amandip

27 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No internet working

10

Sharri

26 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I was a bit iffy when i first pulled up but it was such a good set up, room was great with a spa bath and dinner from the bistro (although no room service, you could take away from the bistro to your room) was absolutely delicious. The staff were all helpful and friendly and the night was peaceful and quiet and bed was comfy.

2

Monica

19 Jun 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed 2 nights and unfortunately our room had a interconnecting door, the 1st night the rubber trim around the front door was mising so it rattled all night and we could hear the other guests clearly, every cough, toilet break, sneeze, the next night we stuffed toilet paper in the door and a towel behind it but 12pm we had a drunk girl next door that had vomited and pooped herself, she finally passed out 12.30 but 2pm her friend came back and it was full on, we could here everything, at 2.30 am they were ringing up some guys to come over so we packed and left at 3am, we only had 2 hours sleep and had a 5 hour trip ahead but there was no point in staying. So would definitely warn against staying there

6

Eric

10 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms were cramped but reasonable quality, but there were old soap bars in the bathroom and hairs on one of the beds. The staff apologised the next day and said we’d get a call but it’s been a week. People were slamming doors outside our room after midnight. On the positive side if you are into gaming and themed venues and partying all night this might be your venue, the bar / games room was right next to the accommodation.

2

BRETT

19 Dec 2022

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Stayed 19,329 nights

Don't stay at the Sphinx if you want a quiet room for the night. The Gaming room is close and open until 3.00 am, so lots of noise from drunk people during the night. Overpriced for what it it is. I would rate the room as 3 star.

6

Skaiste

5 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, short drive to city or to get back on freeway. Disappointed the price advertised was not the same I paid at the property, a difference of $20 as we checked in on a public holiday. On arrival no sign on reception to say we had to go to bar to check in. We booked as required wifi for night. Could not connect as said their hotspot had error & to sign in. Went to bar to enquire, no sign in needed should be auto & as no management on site. no one could sort the wifi. Odd for a busy Easter weekend. Bar was busy with people & a ton of pokies for those that like that. Room was good, just pity on service & additional cost, a dollar or 2 you can understand $20 not so much

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Service

Many guests praise friendly, helpful staff and efficient check-in, though a few report inconsistent responsiveness and unprofessional interactions when resolving issues.

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10

Elvira

30 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the staff’s friendly, easy going, will do anything attitude. It’s also one of the most “kid friendly family bistro” you should all be proud of your efforts and by the way ….. Thanks for the $968 Jackpot in the gaming Room ….. WINNER WINNER

10

Stephen

18 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great service

10

Darren

31 Mar 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very helpful staff.

10

Robert

13 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It was pleasant and relaxing. The staff were efficient and friendly.

10

Robert

1 Dec 2022

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Stayed 19,322 nights

Staff at reception were very friendly and helpful with my enquiries and giving me directions where to go when I left. I will be staying at the Sphinx on my next travels

6

Mark

28 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very basic accommodation. The television did not work and after reporting to reception they sent a bar staff to try to solve the problem but he had no idea and returned to the bar leaving us with no TV and no explanation, apology or resolution. Feel it was very overpriced for what it provided but that was probably just cashing in on a concert i the area that night. Would not stay here again!

2

Byron

19 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

All crap all un professional

10

Jennifer

6 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room was spotless and the staff were very friendly. Nothing was a problem for them. The food in the hotel was excellent.I recommend the Sphinx Hotel and Motel . We will be back next year . Thank you for the wonderful service.

6

anne

3 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

very poor and unsafe amenities for accomadation. Concrete uneven and broken potential trip hazards. The steps very dangerous and when stepping onto the ground form the last step ground falls away difficult to keep balance especially when negotiating with a suitcase. Shower in the room taps need some attention very difficult to regulate potential to be burnt by hot water On the positive side very helpful and friendly. Although a younger staff member was dismissive of an older patron when he wanting help to navigate the money dispensing machine in the pokies venue. The younger staff have to remember they are there to help the patrons and not find them problematic. I would have to think long and hard if i would stay here again due to the poor state of the buildings

10

Garry

30 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room was ok and most of the staff are very friendly helpful and polite

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Location

Convenient for Kardinia Park, shops and restaurants, with easy access to main roads and some amenities within walking distance.

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10

Thao Alice

7 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The place is nice, very convenience

10

warrick

9 Dec 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Fascinating hotel. Great food and service. Very convenient for shops, restaurants and the Spirit of Tasmania terminal.

10

Dan

13 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Location

8

Bradley

22 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, convenient, transport was good to Kardinia Park.

8

George

19 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room - great staff - great hotel walking distance

6

Skaiste

5 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, short drive to city or to get back on freeway. Disappointed the price advertised was not the same I paid at the property, a difference of $20 as we checked in on a public holiday. On arrival no sign on reception to say we had to go to bar to check in. We booked as required wifi for night. Could not connect as said their hotspot had error & to sign in. Went to bar to enquire, no sign in needed should be auto & as no management on site. no one could sort the wifi. Odd for a busy Easter weekend. Bar was busy with people & a ton of pokies for those that like that. Room was good, just pity on service & additional cost, a dollar or 2 you can understand $20 not so much

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Dining

The family-friendly bistro and bar draw consistent praise for tasty meals, good variety and an enjoyable atmosphere, with several guests noting shows.

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10

warrick

9 Dec 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Fascinating hotel. Great food and service. Very convenient for shops, restaurants and the Spirit of Tasmania terminal.

8

janet

3 Nov 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff super friendly Awesome replica of Egyptian Super restaurant Staff in restaurant so accommodating to my needs

8

Debbie

24 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The mesl was great the staff friendly the room clean

8

Sharron

30 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The Sphinx probably had its heyday in the 1980’s and still retains the optimism of that era. Our room was sparkling clean with none of the dreadful chemical deodoriser smell some older premises use. As an asthmatic - thank you Sphinx! The restaurant and bar are handy and the service excellent.

10

JON

23 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were awesome, and the menu had a great variety. Food was wonderfu

8

Elie

2 Apr 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

meals at the pub was great.

10

Kimberley

4 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was clean and had everything we needed. Car parking outside the rooms and with the restaurant and bar right next door, was very convenient for dinner. All food was delicious and reasonably priced.

10

Sharri

26 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I was a bit iffy when i first pulled up but it was such a good set up, room was great with a spa bath and dinner from the bistro (although no room service, you could take away from the bistro to your room) was absolutely delicious. The staff were all helpful and friendly and the night was peaceful and quiet and bed was comfy.

8

Dorothy

16 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Liked atmosphere meals and the shows Staff were excellent

8

JACKIE

23 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

clean basic motel room but bed was very comfortable. Food at bistro was lovely too

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