Name: Mckillop Geelong By Gold Star Stays
Address: 75 Mckillop Street, Geelong, 3220, AU

8/10

Excellent

20 Jun 2026

John

Accommodation is upstairs, above the off-street parking. We had not been contacted on the day of check-in and there is no-one on-site but fortunately I found the phone number on a brick wall at the accommodation. John was very helpful when I phoned him and we had everything we needed to check-in within 15 minutes. We had the 1 bedroom unit at the front, the traffic from the street was not noticeable and it was spacious for 2 people. There was no hairdryer. The furniture is well used but everything is clean and comfortable. The shower has good pressure and hot water.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

25 May 2026

Gaetana

Good location the property was bit tired. The towel rack feel off also awful buckled plastic bottle of water which was obviously re-used and looks very ugly in the fridge . Needs bit of TLC

Partner

4/10

Poor

15 Apr 2026

Michael

Room needs updating broken chairs blinds toilet seat towel rack blocked bathroom basin.

Partner

4/10

Poor

08 Apr 2026

Lee

The spa didn't work! So disappointing as that was part of my main search provisions. I mentioned it to them at the time of my stay and after, with zero response. There was also a bedroom lamp that didn't work. I paid extra for the spa that didn't work.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

01 Apr 2026

Sandra

Parking was fine

Partner

4/10

Poor

22 Mar 2026

Paul

Not what I expected for the price compared to other well known properties in the area. It’s way over priced, the property is old and outdated.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jan 2026

michelle

Staff were lovely & genuinely helpful. Clean & close to everywhere. Great budget apartments.

Self

2/10

Poor

12 Jan 2026

clarissa

Be careful giving your card details as the owner thinks he then has a right to keep charging you for things without discussing them with you first!
Will not be returning!

2/10

Poor

12 Jan 2026

clarissa

Check in process is terrible.
I also do not like being told how to reverse my own vehicle.
I also did not like how we waited 20 minutes to be able to access our room.
I mentioned I needed the bathroom so if we could just go leave our things quickly and use the facilities. When we finally accessed the room the owner came in to the room we had paid for. Sat down with his laptop and said we could use the bathroom while he was sorting out our booking.
Shocking service. Really really bad.

Leisure

2/10

Poor

12 Jan 2026

clarissa

Owner of properties was rude, unprofessional and wouldn’t want to return for this reason.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

01 Dec 2025

Joanne

John looked after my checkin, he was great, friendly & professional. The toom is clean, bright and comfy.

Business

4/10

Poor

16 Nov 2025

Aran

Wasnt what we expected

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

20 Jul 2025

Simon

We could not fit the car into the carpark as there were beds and service items in the carpark.
Do not stay in a ground floor apartment, the ceiling must be very thin as it was very noisy from the family with 3 or 4 kids staying above us.

Leisure

6/10

Pleasant

24 Jun 2025

Colin

The property is in a great location for attending the footy at GMHBA stadium. The owners were fantastic in upgrading us to a unit that had two bathrooms (there were 6 adults), however, they only made up bedding for 5, when our booking was for 6. We managed ok, but it was disappointing.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

22 Apr 2025

Celia

TV did not work. Dining chairs tatty and uncomfortable. Hot water in shower took ages to heat up.

2/10

Poor

01 Apr 2025

Catherine

For 400 dollars a night I would have expected better ammenities simple things like coffee and tea mil etc were scarce old furnishings old everything

2/10

Poor

23 Mar 2025

Shanae

Very dirty, sheets had hair all over them, dirt th

Very dirty, sheets had hair all over them, dirt the bathroom walls and spilt liquid, all cutlery and dishes were dirty very over priced for what it is.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

29 Dec 2024

Joel

We were concerned with a few objects found under the bed, we had a small baby and were concerned for her safety, the bathroom door didn’t shut correctly and there were a few objects underneath the bed that were dangerous. Also didn’t like that the bed was a double and not a queen bed. Thought it was overpriced for the size of room and amenities The location was great and the room was modern

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

05 Dec 2024

Neil

Geelong journey

There was a slight delay because online checking information was not sent in time and had to be followed up with phone calls at check in time.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Nov 2024

Verified traveler

Clean, modern and comfortable

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Nov 2024

Tamara

John is always so obliging & friendly. Accomodation is very clean & a lovely place to stay.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

02 Nov 2024

Jason

Fold-out was manky (crumbs etc in it), uncomfortable to sit in, and broken when folded out.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Sep 2024

Jodie-Anne

Great place to stay. The manager is always so helpful. The property is comfortable and always clean. Stay often.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

12 Sep 2024

Tony

Check in was easy and property reasonably clean.

Business_and_leisure Partner

2/10

Poor

25 Aug 2024

Artur

This is a very dodgy place, I´ve made a booking at night, did a mistake on the dates and I´ve tried for 4 days to reschedule the dates, The owner and Wotif just play bad communication and did managed to help me.

SO PLEASE EVERYONE BE CAREFUL WHEN DEALING WITH THIS PLACE

DO NOT RECCOMEND

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Aug 2024

Aylah

I loved how I could experience both feelings of the comforts of home is to me, and how I also felt as if I was away on vacation. Pleased to say the check in was great and so to speak the customer service was amazing. Didnt have any difficulties or trouble and was happy with my stay. I sincerely thank-you for our stay John!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Aug 2024

Kaye

The owner was very helpful as I did not receive information from Wotif about allotted unit, time of check in etc.

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2024

Shona

Lovely accommodation very quiet and spacious with great service

8/10

Excellent

13 Jul 2024

Pedelyne

clean and tidy.

Business Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

26 Feb 2024

Craig

The apartment was clean and comfortable and a convenient location. A BBQ or outside grill would make it complete. Thank you for having us

Leisure Family

2/10

Poor

02 Jan 2024

Narelle

Accomodation was dirty and un clean. I would not recommend this to anyone. Checked out 2 days early.

Leisure Family

2/10

Poor

17 Dec 2023

Lydia

Do not stay! Over priced and extremely rude ownsr

8/10

Excellent

29 Sep 2023

Heather

As a single visitor, and AFLW supporter, McKillop Geelong was the ideal stay. It is within walking distance of the football ground and a comfortable stay

4/10

Poor

31 Aug 2023

Keith

Given the abundance of warnings we were given by John about what my dog could or couldn’t do I thought the apartment would be clean and the furnishings new. The place was filthy and I was glad I bought a blanket for the couch so my Dog & I didn’t have to sit on it! Missing slats in the blinds meant the sun woke us early. Not that we slept well, the pillows were cheap and useless The dining chairs were ripped & gross. The air conditioner was so loud we were worried to use it in case it bothered the neighbours. Paid a premium as it was unfortunately the same weekend as a football game - thought it was odd John was happy to tell me we were being ripped off! So not value for money!

Leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

03 Aug 2023

Debra

John was really helpful and great that the property is pet friendly.

Leisure Pet

6/10

Pleasant

20 Jul 2023

Sybilla

Manager was responsive which was good. Cleanliness was fair. Comforter on bed needs to be thicker for a Victorian winter. Ac heat was average quite cold Ac had cobwebs in it seemed not to be maintaining heat. There was no soap in the bathroom dispenser was empty.

Business Pet

4/10

Poor

01 Jul 2023

Jeanine

Very worn furniture, needs a good clean.
Not good value for money

6/10

Pleasant

22 Apr 2023

Linda

central and close to the boat. pet friendly

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Feb 2023

Anne

Location was great; ease of check-in; the bed was comfortable; the kitchen area was well set up; place was clean

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jan 2023

David

The whole set up was just what we needed. Excellent for one night or for a longer stay.

Leisure Pet

4/10

Poor

23 Jan 2023

Abby

Disjointed booking process, booking in and sharing same info in another required form. Apartment was not well equipped, for example there was one glass and in the cutlery section one folk for a 6 guest apartment. Fan were clunky, one looked unsafe and extremely loud for sleeping.
Was clean and good parking options available.

Business_and_leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jan 2023

Tyla

John made us feel very comfortable and looked after as soon as we arrived, such a beautiful private little family spot and I will definitely be coming back 😊

Leisure Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

04 Dec 2022

Sonya

In a great location, the room itself however wasn't great. Paint missing, crack on door, glass sliding door didn't lock. We paid an extra $50 for linen and didn't recieve it.

Leisure Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

31 Oct 2022

diana

Great location and tidy 2 bed flat. Tight parking, Needs a refit of kitchen - inadequate crockery, glasses and oven too old. Previous guests have been heavy on apartment and its in need of love to be great again.

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

28 Aug 2022

Stewart

Won't stay again

8/10

Excellent

10 Aug 2022

Fiona

It was dog friendly.
Site management was aware of missing tv remote but not screen damage. There were a couple nobs from stove missing.

Leisure Pet

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2022

Sean

A better alternative to a hotel if you want cooking facilities.
I’m o. the road over half of the year for work and wish I could find more places like this to stay.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

23 Apr 2022

Geoff

Nice clean property in good location

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

15 Apr 2022

Jayne

Unable to Check in at agreed time as Unit was not ready .Front door knob was loose /broken and sliding door lock was also /broken / we felt unsafe .Towels we’re thin no pillow case . And not enough toilet paper.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

11 Jan 2022

Sergio

Having a car park and a balcony was the best. Old bed, old kitchen, run down and dirty sofa. No staff ever. Not looked after. Really expensive for condition. Overall 4/10. I will look harder next time..

Business Self

6/10

Pleasant

24 Dec 2021

Connor

A bit dissatisfied with the room unfortunately, the place had broken tiles with tape over them and a broken door handle. Otherwise not too bad if a place to stay

Leisure Self

2/10

Poor

22 Nov 2021

Sara

Terrible experience from the start to the finish.

Leisure Pet

4/10

Poor

03 Nov 2021

Zoe

Unsatisfied

It’s was so unprofessional service. I was told to pay extra $35 after I already booked and paid for the room for my little puppy, which should of been included in price if you say you are pet friendly. I had no instructions emailed to me with code to get in but had to ring him and wait for him to open for me.
Door handle from garaged enter is broken, my kids scratched themselves on it. Beds were uncomfortable. Good location though.
I understand everyone is short staffed but we also have been thru a lot and needed a nice night away.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

15 Aug 2021

Verified traveler

Check in was not as per the email sent by wotif , the property staff had to be called on the phone to come around and give us the keys, there was a fee charged for the pet by the property which would be nice if wotif had in a nice way informed us on booking , there was no COVID protocols followed - no log of the people checking in and no mask protocols followed , this is a serious health issue

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

20 Jul 2021

Damien

Not what I really expected when purchased

Could've been so much better with some very simple basics.
Room was downgraded from Spa to standard with no refund or compensation.
ONLY ONE toilet roll (partly used) in room for 2 people 3 nights - Also only two towels in room.
Very dodgy glass coffee table (Not secured) which nearly fell on my partner while I was at work. (It did actually fall and also nearly fell a few times with very little persuasion)
If you advertise an Espresso machine - I would expect at least a couple of pods to use....... Useless without Pods.
Bed is in room the opposite way that power points were designed - so power only available on one side (the wrong side) of bed..... No Visitor car parking even though facilities said there was some.

Business Partner

4/10

Poor

06 Jul 2021

Verified traveler

Beds uncomfortable and we all left with sore backs. Will never book with wotif again as the booking summary was unclear. Tried to cancel the booking beforehand, but was told there would be at least a 2 hour wait to speak to anyone, so was faced with loosing all our money or hsving to pay extra. Location good, but furniture tired.

Leisure Pet

8/10

Excellent

22 Jun 2021

Verified traveler

Convenient location & comfortable apartment.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

22 May 2021

Verified traveler

It was a close walk to football. Very hard to find in dark needs light on number at gate. Parking was confusing as I had two different instructions of where to park sent to me. Tight car parking . Photos on booking site nothing like room. Dust on pillows had to change slips.lighting poor. Heater noisy. No full toilet roll. Half a bottle of shampoo but no conditioner. Very disappointed 😞 Toilet doesn’t flush properly.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

16 Apr 2021

Verified traveler

Property was great. We were frustrated that we were kept waiting for almost 2 hours after we initially wanted to access the property at 3pm. This was due to a error with booking through wotif.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Apr 2021

Scott

Great location

Clean & tidy just what we needed.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

25 Feb 2021

Danielle

Dirty room. Wasn’t vacuumed. Used soap in shower. Missing balcony panel and kitchen cupboard - apparently due to previous rowdy party group - should have not been rented out again until fixed. Crumbs on couch. Dried spew on door frame. Well established spider webs across balcony glass. Dirty cutlery. Dirty container with tea/coffee supply. Not clean or comfortable at all.

Business

6/10

Pleasant

21 Feb 2021

Verified traveler

The facility was tidy, however there was a mix up with the keys with the unit next door.

6/10

Pleasant

01 Feb 2021

Verified traveler

Great views and great amount of space for a family, but the property wasn't ready when we arrived at 5pm (check in was from 3pm!). The car bays are tiny. In general they need to upgrade the amenities. A dining chair was broken, shower caddy all rusted, wine glasses chipped, steak knives broken, there was a salt grinder which turned out to be broken and sprinkled glass all over my food...

Leisure Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

19 Jan 2021

John

Check in was at 3pm. It wasn't availabe until 5:20pm. Too many excuses were provided. Dont' stay here - not worth it!

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

07 Jan 2021

Verified traveler

We stay at studio apartment which is small...but was adviced by the owner. It was fine with us because my little one was only.

Leisure Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

10 Dec 2020

Verified traveler

Very central. Close to shops and waterfront.
We had a room without a balcony. Very closed in. Windows too high, no view at all. Felt very small and claustrophobic. Not the ideal room. However I’d served the purpose, and that was to sleep.
Car parking way too small if you have a ute or larger vehicle.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

07 Dec 2020

Diane

The entrance into the unit is very tight and opened onto a staircase. I found it was hard to manage opening the door and juggling a suitcase

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

10 Aug 2020

Verified traveler

Some maintain required. No ironing board As advertised, dryer broken as a bathroom towel rail. Hall down light not working Above stairs. Good location to where we wanted to be

Partner

8/10

Excellent

27 Jun 2020

Laura

Great location, neat and tidy rooms. Comfortable furniture

Friends_and_family Partner

2/10

Poor

19 Feb 2020

Verified traveler

Disorganised, too noisy , party groups , would not consider staying there again

Business Self

4/10

Poor

03 Feb 2020

Verified traveler

Room not ready. Too small. No window to look outside, this is a real problem

Leisure Self

2/10

Poor

22 Jan 2020

Verified traveler

NEVER AGAIN BEWARE !!!

Well where do i start ripped off more money taken from my card after pre paid booking
Very rude on phone made to wait to check in
Dirty unit in all places scuff marks holes in walls broken bed had better sleeps in a hammock !!
Looks like they shopped at the opp shop for kittchen glasses plates cups etc
Better shower at the beach to be honest
Food and crumbs under couch cushions
Filthy bed sheets and also filthy linen in laundry area yuck !!!!
this is a very very dodgy ran place with a creepy vibe .......
My tip is stay else were

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

14 Jan 2020

Carmel

Great location for a trip to A Day on the Green

Partner

8/10

Excellent

28 Dec 2019

Michael

This was a 1 night stopover whilst travelling round oz, it did what it was meant to do.
Clean and tidy if a little dated.

Partner

2/10

Poor

15 Nov 2019

Verified traveler

Nothing I paid for a two bedroom apartment and was given a one bed room... Cause he made a mistake.. never gave me a refund threaten to call police on me and made me pay for the second room when I had a receipt saying it cost nothing. Absoutke terrible place wouldn't recommend it

Leisure Partner