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.
Petrel Hotel is Geelong's oldest pub — see how it compares to the other five pre-1880 venues still trading.
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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.