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Telegraph Hotel

2 Pakington St, Geelong West VIC 3218, Australia

Recommended by 35 people

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2 Pakington St, Geelong West VIC 3218, Australia

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+61 3 5222 2471
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Telegraph Hotel

Telegraph Hotel elevates Geelong West pub dining with thoughtful hospitality, dedicated function spaces, and rare coeliac awareness. Guests head upstairs via the lift to the rooftop deck with its retractable roof, gathering over cold beers and canapés without stressing about the weather or step-free access. Down in the dining room, the kitchen takes cross-contamination seriously—serving a crispy, dedicated gluten-free parma alongside bowls of seafood linguine, gnocchi, and tender roast pork belly with crackling.

  • Accessible Rooftop & Event Spaces: Step-free elevator access reaches the upper-level function areas and rooftop deck, which is equipped with a retractable roof for all-weather events.
  • Coeliac-Safe Kitchen Protocols: Staff understand cross-contamination protocols, offering dedicated prep and naturally gluten-free options like a gluten-free chicken parma.
  • Seamless Milestone Hosting: A dedicated coordinator and attentive floor team handle private birthdays, weddings, and milestone gatherings smoothly from initial planning to cake service.
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Why Choose Telegraph Hotel

Why hosts and diners choose Telegraph Hotel for milestone functions, accessible gatherings, and dietary-safe hospitality.

  • Dedicated Function Coordination

    Private event planners receive dedicated, prompt coordination from enquiry through execution, ensuring bespoke requests and setups proceed smoothly.

    Rachel was the best person to work with, every request I had was no problem at all. Her customer service was amazing, always replying to all my questions very promptly.

    Kate Henrys

  • Step-Free Multi-Level Accessibility

    Multi-level spaces and rooftop event areas provide complete ease of movement for elderly guests and family members via elevator access.

    Our elderly guests were able to use the elevator to access the very lovely first floor events area.

    Glenda Wood

  • Stress-Free Event Planning Confidence

    Hosts and organisers enjoy complete confidence knowing venue staff proactively manage every detail to deliver seamless milestone celebrations.

    So helpful, organised, and genuinely made the whole experience stress-free for us.

    Eliza brayshaw

  • Reassuring and Attentive Hospitality

    Professional and welcoming hosts deliver courteous, thorough communication from initial booking inquiry through the final moments of the event.

    I must say from the moment I made the inquiry with Rachel I felt welcomed and was given a lot of information for us to make a decision to use this venue.

    Mark Workman

  • Coeliac-Safe Food Preparation

    Guests with severe dietary restrictions dine with confidence thanks to knowledgeable staff and dedicated, separate preparation protocols for gluten-free meals.

    They clearly understood coeliac requirements, and several menu items were naturally gluten free.

    Justin Tudddeham

  • All-Weather Rooftop Versatility

    The upstairs function space features versatile outdoor deck seating sheltered by a mechanical retractable roof for all-weather entertaining.

    Outdoor seating with a retractable roof, polite staff. Great range of canape snacks and drinks.

    Peter Steele

Guest-favourite dishes praised for flavour, generous servings, and coeliac care

  • Chicken Scallopini

    I had the chicken scallopini, which had a gluten free option. Often that means compromises, but when I asked, they explained nothing changes — they simply prepare it separately to ensure safety.

    Justin Tudddeham

  • Gluten Free Parma

    Finding a proper gluten free parma is rare — finding one that’s this good is even rarer. It was easily one of the best we’ve had.

    Justin Tudddeham

  • Seafood Linguine

    the seafood linguine was packed with fresh, tender seafood and perfectly cooked pasta

    Nikki Hardy

  • Pork Belly

    the pork belly was melt‑in‑the‑mouth tender with great crackling and flavour.

    Nikki Hardy

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful details and tailored amenities that elevate gatherings and celebrations at Telegraph Hotel

  • Step-Free Elevator Access to Upper Levels

    Upper-floor function areas and rooftop spaces feature direct elevator access, allowing older family members and mobility-impaired guests to attend multi-generational celebrations without navigating stairs.

  • Retractable Roof Terrace

    Upstairs private event spaces feature an outdoor deck with a mechanical retractable roof, offering open-air terrace entertaining with quick weather protection.

  • Dedicated Coeliac-Safe Meal Preparation

    Kitchen staff demonstrate genuine coeliac knowledge by cooking meals in separated areas to eliminate cross-contamination while preserving original recipes and presentation.

  • Attentive Event Hosting and Cake Presentation

    Floor hosts anticipate private celebration needs proactively, including knowing hosts' drink orders in advance and providing full cake presentation service with serving ware.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the kitchen safely accommodate coeliac and gluten-free dietary needs?

Yes. The kitchen offers dedicated coeliac-safe options, including naturally gluten-free dishes and items like parmas and chicken scallopini prepared separately to avoid cross-contamination. Takeaway is also available if you prefer to take dessert or food home.

Are the upstairs function and rooftop event spaces accessible by lift?

Yes, the upper-level private dining and rooftop event areas are equipped with elevator and lift access, making the spaces step-free and accessible for older guests and attendees.

Can you bring a celebration cake for birthdays or private functions?

Yes, you can bring your own celebration cake for birthdays and private events; staff assist with bringing it out alongside everything needed for serving. Private dining rooms and rooftop spaces can be booked for events.

What are the parking and reservation options when visiting?

While on-site parking can feel more limited than expected, free and paid parking lots alongside free street parking are available around the venue. Online table bookings can also be arranged in advance.

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