Team Building Geelong, Torquay, Lorne, Queenscliff and the Surfcoast

ACE Comments
Fantastic new and modern resort with superb views of the ocean. Multiple conference rooms and breakout areas including two bar areas. An amazing outdoor swimming pool that can be used as part of our ACE Race Around the World event.

Suitable for large and small conferences and a wide range of team building activities.
Friendly staff and great food.

At a glance:
CBD Drive time: 75 mins
Group size:
Day: Up to 220
Stay: 110 rooms that can be twin shared 

ACE Comments:

Newly refurbished and impressively located, Mantra is at once suited to quiet reflection and dynamic conferences. Plenty of useful open spaces (well it is right on the beach) and the latest in conference facilities that provide plenty of scope for up to several hundred delegates.

At a glance:
CBD drive time: 120 mins
Group Size:
Day: 600
Stay: 277 rooms

ACE Comments:

Opened in June 2013, this brand new resort has state of the art facilities including ten meeting spaces, a fully equiped gym, indoor pool, day spa, two restaurants and the largest rammed earth wall in the southern hemisphere.

At a glance:
CBD drive time: 75 mins
Group Size:
Day: 320, Cabaret 216
Stay: 92 rooms

ACE Comments:

Recently refurbished and boasting the largest auditorium on the surf coast, the Cumberland Lorne prides itself on its purpose built conference centres and its food. What could be nicer than pre-dinner drinks on the balcony with views of the ocean whilst dining on Spanish paella and Argentinian BBQ?

At a glance:
CBD drive time: 120 mins
Group Size:
Day: 400
Stay: 100 rooms

ACE Comments:
It takes a lot to impress ACE - and Deakin has become one of our benchmarks for the way conference centres should be run. Here, exemplary service, impeccable attitude and attention to detail are the kings. Add to that impressive technical specs, expansive spaces to play both in and outdoors and food that never skips a beat and you have a sure-fire recipe for success.  

At a glance:
CBD drive time: 75 mins
Group Size:
Day: 200
Stay: 57 rooms

ACE Comments:
A fantastic new venue ideally suited for large or small groups. Excellent outdoor areas and a number or conference room options allows for program flexibility.

At a glance:
CBD drive time: 75 mins
Group Size:
Day: 600
Stay: 144 rooms
ACE rating: *****
Modern facilities with space

ACE Comments:

Exquisite food, historic charm and a coastal location. The Vue Grand Hotel is easily accessbile from Melbourne, Geelong or the Mornington Peninsula. Limited outdoor areas onsite but ideally suited for the ACE Torquay Car Rally, Nepean Code activity or Project Apricot. Close to coastal parklands that are suitable for a range of team sessions. There is a roof top bar that is ideal to clear the mind or enjoy a drink.

At a glance:
CBD drive time: 90 mins
Group Size:
Day: 15 - 40
Stay: 32 twin share rooms that can accommodate 64
ACE rating: *****
Historic charm with a coastal feel

ACE Comments

Novotel Geelong is a beautifully presented hotel with a dedicated function floor. It is located on the picturesque Geelong waterfront and boasts five meeting rooms making it suitable for both large and small conferences. Being directly opposite the  foreshore makes the venue well suited to outdoor team building events such as Team Survivor. With excellent facilities, friendly staff, free wifi and valet parking right in the heart of Victoria's second largest city, Novotel Geelong is sure to impress.

At a glance:
CBD drive time: 50 mins
Group Size:
Day:  230
Stay: 109 Rooms
ACE Rating: ***** 
A beautiful venue in a stunning location.

ACE Comments:
Perched on the northern headland of Torquay at the start of the world famous Great Ocean Road, Peppers The Sands Resort is a sleek, modern resort destination. The venue comprises of two interconnecting, three-level buildings looking out to spectacular views of the surrounding golf course, coastal dunes and the iconic Surf Coast.

At a glance:
CBD drive time: 70 mins
Group Size:
Day: 320, Cabaret 250
Stay: 112 rooms
ACE Rating: *****
Modern stylish venue with a warm Australiana vibe, serene landscapes & friendly staff.