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Recommended hotels in Ballarat

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1. Craig's Royal Hotel

Craig's Royal Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (779 reviews)
"Lovely old world hotel, very very well maintained. We loved it. Staff were very friendly."
Australia
Susan
$95 nightly
The price is $106
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total with taxes and fees
Craig's Royal Hotel
Reception

2. Quest Ballarat Station

Quest Ballarat Station
4.0 star property
Soldiers Hill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (597 reviews)
"The quest was a very comfortable stay in the CBD of Ballarat. It was within short travel distance to the main attractions in town and the facilities were really modern and super clean. Overall a very comfortable stay."
Australia
Natassja
$118 nightly
The price is $130
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Quest Ballarat Station
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

3. Ballarat Suites

Ballarat Suites
4.0 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat)
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Convenient location, wonderful staff, clean, however the bed was a bit hard, and the tv was a long way from the bed."
Australia
Simone
$105 nightly
The price is $116
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Ballarat Suites
Interior

4. Mid City Ballarat

Mid City Ballarat
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great central location, friendly staff, would stay again."
Australia
Graham
$85 nightly
The price is $94
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Mid City Ballarat
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

5. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

The Provincial Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,019 reviews)
"A great hotel, stayed many times. Super clean snd cosy rooms. Make sure your brooms not on train station side, other than that it’s great"
Australia
chris
$107 nightly
The price is $118
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total with taxes and fees
The Provincial Boutique Hotel
Reception

6. Victoriana Motor Inn

Victoriana Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Ballarat East
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (718 reviews)
"Everything was nice thank you."
Australia
Kiran Singh
$77 nightly
The price is $86
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total with taxes and fees
Victoriana Motor Inn
Bar (on property)

7. Lake Inn Ballarat

Lake Inn Ballarat
4.5 star property
Ballarat Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (852 reviews)
"Large comfortable rooms, very clean"
Australia
Donna
$130 nightly
The price is $145
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Total with taxes and fees
Lake Inn Ballarat
Restaurant

8. Sovereign Hill Hotel

Sovereign Hill Hotel
3.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat)
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (714 reviews)
"Nice hotel for visiting the attraction Room was sizeable and comfortable "
United Kingdom
Stephanie
$101 nightly
The price is $111
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Sovereign Hill Hotel
Coffee shop

9. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (360 reviews)
"Love this hotel and the location. Great food around and plenty of drinks!"
Australia
Matthew
$102 nightly
The price is $112
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Total with taxes and fees
Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat
Property entrance

10. The Menzies Ballarat

The Menzies Ballarat
4.0 star property
Bakery Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (447 reviews)
"Good place to stay for one night but not the best"
Australia
Gabriel
$77 nightly
The price is $85
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
The Menzies Ballarat
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

11. Oscar's Hotel

Oscar's Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (578 reviews)
"Wonderful service"
Australia
Brady
$104 nightly
The price is $115
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Oscar's Hotel
Front of property - evening/night

12. Quest Ballarat

Quest Ballarat
4.5 star property
Ballarat Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (788 reviews)
"Had a great stay. Wonderful room and great location."
Australia
Catherine
$123 nightly
The price is $136
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Quest Ballarat
Minibar, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

13. Central City Motor Inn

Central City Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Bakery Hill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (499 reviews)
"Beautiful place to stay, will definitely be back! 5 stars all round"
Australia
Matthew
$75 nightly
The price is $83
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total with taxes and fees
Central City Motor Inn
Indoor pool

14. Main Lead Ballarat Motel

Main Lead Ballarat Motel
3.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat)
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (452 reviews)
"Loved our stay was amazing. Unfortunately there was a lot of loud banging in the night that woke us up but other then that was wonderful"
Australia
Shantel
$59 nightly
The price is $65
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Main Lead Ballarat Motel
Standard Triple Room | Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

15. Bakery Hill Motel

Bakery Hill Motel
3.5 star property
Bakery Hill
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (831 reviews)
"This is a basic motel in a great location. It’s clean and comfortable if you are just looking for a bed to stay the night. We have stayed here a few times now."
Australia
Louise
$75 nightly
The price is $83
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total with taxes and fees
Bakery Hill Motel
Exterior

16. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Fantastic property, bed was really good and room was exactly what we needed"
Australia
Patricia
$126 nightly
The price is $138
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
Indoor pool

17. Bell Tower Inn

Bell Tower Inn
3.5 star property
Alfredton
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (820 reviews)
"Great stay."
Australia
George
$91 nightly
The price is $100
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Bell Tower Inn
Miners Cottage 6bth | Street view

18. NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park
4.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat)
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (519 reviews)
"Great cabin"
Australia
Veronica
$78 nightly
The price is $86
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Total with taxes and fees
NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park
Interior

19. Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard

Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (295 reviews)
"Very nice place very friendly staff"
Australia
Tess
$102 nightly
The price is $112
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard
No. 10 - Premier Signature Suite | Minibar, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free)

20. Ballarat Premier Apartments

Ballarat Premier Apartments
4.5 star property
Ballarat Central
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (474 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
$133 nightly
The price is $146
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Ballarat Premier Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Ballarat Hotel Reviews

Main Lead Ballarat Motel

Main Lead Ballarat Motel

10/10 Excellent
"First I was greeted very nice by a staff member and I he also upgraded me to a bigger room for free, Pool was nice for a dip. Very easy going place, would stay again Also not far for things needed. Thank you"
Alexander 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Main Lead Ballarat Motel

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Ballarat Hostels information

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Accommodation
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Lowest Price
$65
Highest Price
$145

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: Mid City Ballarat - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities at this motel.
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 Eureka Aquatic Center, Lake Wendouree, and Lake Esmond Botanical Garden. Cultural attractions include Her Majesty's Theatre, Art Gallery of Ballarat, and Sovereign Hill. Visit landmarks like St Patrick's Cathedral, Eureka Hall, and Kryal Castle.
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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