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A modern kitchen with a white refrigerator, wooden cabinets, a sink, and a microwave.

1. Ballarat Motel

Ballarat Motel
2.0 star property
Canadian
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Lovely new motel. Stayed the day it opened. The staff couldnt help enough. Walk across the road to Zagamies. Soverign Hill is just down the road."
Australia
Donna
$83 nightly
The price is $91
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Ballarat Motel
A kitchen with a brick wall, a potted plant, a laptop, and a display case with pastries.

2. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

The Provincial Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,039 reviews)
"Very quiet and clean. Staff were very helpful and the hotel was in close proximity to town."
Australia
Frances
$108 nightly
The price is $119
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
The Provincial Boutique Hotel
A lobby with a leather sofa, a wooden table with fruit, and a chandelier.

3. Craig's Royal Hotel

Craig's Royal Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (799 reviews)
"Very unique building and rooms, rooms with character. Beautiful building and very convenient location"
Australia
Marissa
$94 nightly
The price is $104
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Craig's Royal Hotel
A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.

4. Quest Ballarat Station

Quest Ballarat Station
4.0 star property
Soldiers Hill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (611 reviews)
"Great location, easy parking and very clean rooms."
Australia
Anthony
$124 nightly
The price is $136
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Quest Ballarat Station
A restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and bar stools.

5. Lake Inn Ballarat

Lake Inn Ballarat
4.5 star property
Ballarat Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (863 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable room in a nice location.Close to lake with restaurants and pubs within an easy walk.Would stay again."
Australia
michelle
$131 nightly
The price is $145
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
Lake Inn Ballarat
A reception door with a sign indicating reception hours, a key return box, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

6. Victoriana Motor Inn

Victoriana Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Ballarat East
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (734 reviews)
"Room had a smoke smell to it, so we requested a move to another room. That room was ok. Amenities a bit old, but were clean and usable."
Australia
PHILIP
$77 nightly
The price is $86
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Victoriana Motor Inn
A wooden deck with a patio umbrella, a white fence, and a view of greenery through large windows.

7. Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
4.0 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat)
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Fantastic 😍"
United States
Lynda
$108 nightly
The price is $119
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

8. Ballarat Suites

Ballarat Suites
4.0 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat)
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent room very clean , huge shower , great position "
Australia
Robert
$119 nightly
The price is $131
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Ballarat Suites
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a white fence and large windows.

9. Oscar's Hotel

Oscar's Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (581 reviews)
"Great location, staff helpful and food delicious. Would happily stay again."
Australia
Kane
$105 nightly
The price is $116
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Oscar's Hotel
A modern cafe with a glass front display case, outdoor seating, and a visible street view.

10. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (362 reviews)
"Love this hotel and the location. Great food around and plenty of drinks!"
Australia
Matthew
$133 nightly
The price is $147
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat
A room with a large vertical garden wall, a staircase, and a patterned carpet.

11. Mid City Ballarat

Mid City Ballarat
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice hospitality"
Australia
cleudeny Diek
$86 nightly
The price is $95
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Mid City Ballarat
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and large windows.

12. Ballarat Premier Apartments

Ballarat Premier Apartments
4.5 star property
Ballarat Central
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (475 reviews)
"Fabulous 2 bedroom apartment in a central position, close to the city centre. Easy check in, very clean apartment with super comfy.beds. Was perfect for our one night stay."
Australia
natalka
$127 nightly
The price is $140
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Ballarat Premier Apartments
A neatly made bed with white bedding and striped pillows, a bedside lamp, and a chair in a hotel room.

13. Central City Motor Inn

Central City Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Bakery Hill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (507 reviews)
"Very good experience, will book again."
Australia
Annatta
$89 nightly
The price is $98
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Total with taxes and fees
Central City Motor Inn
A brick building with a reception area, columns, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

14. Quest Ballarat

Quest Ballarat
4.5 star property
Ballarat Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (797 reviews)
"Excellent service and accommodation"
Australia
Patricia
$123 nightly
The price is $137
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Quest Ballarat
A two-story building with a gabled roof and a covered porch.

15. Sovereign Hill Hotel

Sovereign Hill Hotel
3.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat)
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (730 reviews)
"So clean and such a pretty accommodation place."
Australia
Tania
$101 nightly
The price is $112
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Sovereign Hill Hotel
A single-story building with a covered porch and a patio area.

16. NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park
4.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat)
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (522 reviews)
"Nice to stay where the property actually lived up to the description. Clean, comfortable and spacious. A little dated but well priced for its age."
Australia
Richard
$102 nightly
The price is $112
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

17. Avenue Motel

Avenue Motel
2.5 star property
Alfredton
7.4 out of 10, Good, (640 reviews)
"Clean room, courteous staff, parking OK, quiet surrounds, convenient location"
Australia
Susan
$76 nightly
The price is $84
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Avenue Motel
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and brick walls.

18. Bell Tower Inn

Bell Tower Inn
3.5 star property
Alfredton
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (827 reviews)
"The Staff at Belltower were very helpful in particular Tina The location was excellent for our needs"
United Kingdom
John
$89 nightly
The price is $98
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Total with taxes and fees
Bell Tower Inn
A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with two pillows, two bedside tables with lamps, and a small rug.

19. Begonia City Motor Inn

Begonia City Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Sebastopol
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (356 reviews)
"Great location, clean and friendly staff would highly recommend."
Australia
Emily
$75 nightly
The price is $83
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Begonia City Motor Inn
A long corridor with large windows and a view of the rooftop.

20. Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard

Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (299 reviews)
"Fantastic - will stay again."
Australia
Jason
$109 nightly
The price is $120
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard
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Sovereign Park Motor Inn

Sovereign Park Motor Inn

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Ballarat?
If you're looking to find a budget-friendly accommodation in Ballarat, you might consider this popular choice: Quest Ballarat Station - You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Ballarat?
Good weather's always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 46°F. Average annual precipitation for Ballarat is 28 inches.
What is there to see and do in Ballarat?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to explore these things around Ballarat. Get out into nature with places like Lake Wendouree, Lake Esmond Botanical Garden, and Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve. Cultural attractions include Her Majesty's Theatre, Sovereign Hill, and Eureka Centre. Visit landmarks like St Patrick's Cathedral, Eureka Hall, and Australian Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial.
What's the best way to get to and around Ballarat while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Ballarat on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Avalon Airport (AVV), 46.4 mi (74.7 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Melbourne Airport (MEL), located 54.6 mi (87.8 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to make use of public transit. If you're looking to check out more of the surrounding area, make your way to Ballarat Station to hop on a train.

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