Palace in Ballarat

Castle in Ballarat with a hot tub

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Dates

November 2025

December 2025

In the heart of Ballarat, immerse yourself in history at Bishops Palace. This Heritage-listed Gothic mansion offers beautifully appointed rooms within a piece of 1800's architecture.

Very good

Popular amenities

Hot Tub
Parking available
Pet friendly
Kitchen
Laundry

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 27 - Oct 28

Tomorrow

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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About the neighborhood

Lake Wendouree, VIC

What's nearby

Lake Wendouree - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Ballarat Base Hospital - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
St John of God Hospital Ballarat - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
Ballarat Town Hall - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
Sovereign Hill - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

Ballarat Station - 9 min drive
Avalon Airport (AVV) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
‪The Park Hotel - ‬20 min walk
‪Market Hotel - ‬4 min drive
‪Lake View Hotel - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Palace in Ballarat

Castle near Sovereign Hill

Palace in Ballarat provides amenities like laundry facilities and a hot tub. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Other perks at this castle include:

Barbecue grills and smoke-free premises

Room features

All guestrooms at Palace in Ballarat feature comforts such as fireplaces, as well as amenities like internet access.

Other conveniences in all rooms include:

Kitchens with refrigerators, dishwashers, and microwaves
Ovens, blenders, and toasters

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Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
Gym

$117 nightly

Nov 4 - Nov 5

Total with taxes and fees

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly

$156 nightly

Nov 24 - Nov 25

Total with taxes and fees

Kitchen
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

$185 nightly

Oct 30 - Oct 31

Total with taxes and fees

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

$343 nightly

Nov 5 - Nov 6

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: WiFi
Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

Hot tub

Conveniences

Laundry facilities

Outdoors

Barbecue grill

More

Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

6 bathrooms

Food and drink

Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchen
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster

More

Dryer
Fireplace
Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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Frequently asked questions

Is Palace in Ballarat pet-friendly?

Yes, this castle allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Palace in Ballarat?

As of Oct 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palace in Ballarat on Oct 28, 2025 start from $976.94, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Palace in Ballarat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Palace in Ballarat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Palace in Ballarat located?

Located in Lake Wendouree, this castle is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Wendouree, Ballarat Base Hospital, and St John of God Hospital Ballarat. Ballarat Tramway Museum and St Patrick's Cathedral are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Palace in Ballarat Reviews

8.0

Very Good

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

8/10 Good

Jody T.

Oct 20, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Friends weekend

Absolutely amazing building, all furnishings were exquisite. They certainly don’t build them like the Bishop Palace. We all enjoyed this amazing experience.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024