About
The Petrel Hotel is one of Geelong's oldest pubs, tracing its roots to 1849. Sitting mid-strip at 81 Pakington St, it's a proper neighbourhood local with a welcoming beer garden, a bistro dining room with an open fireplace, and full TAB facilities. A recent revitalisation modernised the kitchen and interior without stripping the historic character — still feels like a Geelong pub, just with better food.
What's On
Beer Garden
Open daily from 12pm (Mon, Fri–Sun) · 4pm (Tue–Thu)
A proper outdoor space to sink a cold one on Pak St. Popular on weekday afternoons and weekend afternoons alike.
Bistro Dining
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Bistro dining room with an open fireplace — counter meals, pub classics, and a dining room that's been revitalised with a more modern menu.
TAB & Sports
Daily
Full TAB facilities and sports screens make the Petrel a reliable spot for race day and major sporting events.
Facilities
✓ Bistro Dining
✓ Beer Garden
✓ Open Fireplace
✓ TAB
✓ Sports Screens
✓ Accommodation
✓ Historic Building (1849)
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Claim This Listing →Data sourced from petrelhotel.com, Yelp, TripAdvisor and clubsandpubsnearme.com.au, April 2026. Always confirm details directly with the venue before heading out.