Ballarat is a great choice for travellers interested in history, architecture and botanical gardens.
Enjoy history, architecture and botanical gardens during your next trip to the area around Ballarat Train Station!
Put history, botanical gardens and sightseeing on your to-do list during your next visit to the area around Ballarat Golf Club!
Around Kryal Castle - the ideal area for history, architecture and sightseeing!
Don’t miss out on the area around Regent Cinemas Ballarat! Top spot for history, architecture and botanical gardens.
30 hotels
30 hotels
Core area of Ballarat is highly rated by travellers for history, architecture and botanical gardens.
Boasting an outdoor pool, and a tennis court, BIG4 Ballarat Goldfields Holiday Park has everything you need for a memorable stay. It is 5 minutes' drive from Ballarat Wildlife Park.
“It is very near to sovereign hill! Nice place to stay with kids. Playgrounds etc. are on site. We would recommend this place!”
Average review score: 9
Featuring action-packed Castle Arena live shows, Kryal Castle is a Medieval Adventure Park and Resort that offers a unique combination of entertainment and accommodation.
“Stayed for the feast and had a great time!”
Average review score: 8.6
199 hotel reviews
A 5-minute walk from Ballarat Railway Station, Craig's Royal Hotel features boutique-style rooms with elegant furnishings.
“A classic hotel with a sense that I was being welcomed back”
Average review score: 9.1
203 hotel reviews
Sovereign Hill Hotel is set in the heart of a historical 25-acre mining site that features a Gold Museum, theatre show and gold mining tours. Guests enjoy free Wi-Fi, a bar and BBQ facilities.
“Everything that I needed including lots of towels, lots of wardrobe space, comfy bed, lots of extra blankets, good hearing and best breakfast. I have stayed at many 5 star hotels and your breakfasts suited me better. Loved the mini pancakes and manner of serving mushrooms in little mini pans Etc .... Lovely tidy and clean.”
Average review score: 8.6
215 hotel reviews
Built in 1971, the Mid City Ballarat offers rooms with LCD TVs, free WiFi, free newspapers and access to free on-site parking in an off-street, secure area with video surveillance.
“Staff very helpful and attentive”
Average review score: 7.9
1181 hotel reviews
Set on 2 acres of beautiful gardens, Bell Tower Inn offers rooms with access to a shared courtyard, indoor heated pool and BBQ area. All accommodation has a flat-screen TV.
“Awesome staff. Awesome place with great facilities and breakfast.”
Average review score: 8.3
332 hotel reviews
Established in 1854, Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat is situated on the historic Lydiard Street North and features a bar and restaurant. It is a 1 minute walk from Her Majesty's Theatre.
“The hotel was lovely. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Loved the fact the building was of historic interest and had been very well preserved and updated”
Average review score: 9
462 hotel reviews
Just 2 minutes’ walk from the famous Sovereign Hill Museum, Best Western Plus Ballarat Suites offers spacious air-conditioned suites with flat-screen satellite TV and a DVD player.
“Perfect location to visit Sovereign Hill. Whole property in good condition. Reception staff efficient and very helpful. Modern sizable room with big bathroom. Restaurant for breakfast & dinner within walking distance. The best stay we had during our 2 weeks travel thru Victoria & South Australia.”
Average review score: 9.2
524 hotel reviews
Sovereign Park Motor Inn offers stylish accommodation in the Eureka precinct of Ballarat, just 800 metres from the town centre and Bakery Hill.
“Loved everything about this motel. Room very clean, warm and the bed was very comfortable. Leisure facilities including the swimming pool was excellent. Food and staff at the onsite restaurant were faultless”
Average review score: 9.1
421 hotel reviews
Average review score: 9.5
Originally built in 1901, Ballarat Premier Apartments are in central Ballarat. The property offers accommodation featuring Victorian-era décor and a flat-screen TV.
“Beautifully modern and huge two bedroom apartment overlooking a church in downtown ballarat. Free milk in the fridge for the kids.”
Average review score: 8.9
Offering an outdoor pool and an indoor heated hot tub, Gateway Lifestyle Ballarat is a 4-minute drive from Coles Ballarat.
“Clean, staff friendly great set up awesome pool great for families”
185 hotel reviews
Average review score: 9.4
The award-winning Seymours On Lydiard offers stylish accommodation in the heart of Ballarat. Each suite includes a flat-screen plasma TV, full kitchen facilities and free WiFi.
“Extremely well-appointed room with excellent kitchen facilities. Staff very friendly and helpful. Convenient location. Best motel stayed at during our Aussie travels!”
569 hotel reviews
Average review score: 7.7
Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn offers a variety of accommodation options including self-contained apartments, queen suites and family rooms.
“Superb accommodation with a nice little swimming pool on-site and such great value for money! All the staff were excellent, easily accommodating our late arrival and very generous in allowing us to leave a little later than 10am the following morning! Great little restaurant next door - breakfast to die for of banana bread and honey mascarpone!”
886 hotel reviews
Average review score: 8.2
Located 200 metres from the Bridge St Mall, Barkly Motorlodge offers rooms with free WiFi and cable TV. Guests enjoy free on-site parking and a restaurant.
“Friendly staff, clean apartment, eat in restaurant food lovely.”
519 hotel reviews
Average review score: 9.5
All 3 self-contained spa cottages at Ballarat Cottages boast free WiFi. Guests have access to a barbecue, sun terrace, walking track and extensive gardens. Free parking is available on-site.
“The location was a perfect hideaway in woods. The attention to detail in the cottage was fantastic. The owners made us very welcome & nothing was too much trouble. The spa bath was wonderful after a day's sightseeing.”
Average review score: 8.1
Boasting a solar-heated swimming pool, a games room and BBQ facilities, Sovereign Views Apartments are just 5 minutes’ walk from The Gold Museum.
“The location was perfect for our needs, the layout of the 3br apartment was very spacious and the heating was lovely”
Average review score: 7.9
Situated directly opposite Bridge Mall Shopping Centre, Bakery Hill Motel offers peaceful brick-walled rooms with free internet access, cable TV and free parking.
“Great location, not too busy, very close to all types of eateries and shops - spoilt for choice.”
482 hotel reviews
Average review score: 9.4
Located within a beautiful heritage listed building, The Provincial Ballarat offers an on-site restaurant, café and bar.
“The staff are excellent, friendly and attentive. I like their warm and cheerful smile.”
609 hotel reviews
Average review score: 8.9
Located in the heart of Ballarat, this contemporary 4-star property features an indoor heated swimming pool with spa pool, plus free cable TV and free WiFi.
“Location across the quiet road to food options like Nandos, McDonald's”
265 hotel reviews
Average review score: 8.6
Located in a historic building built in the 1850s, Ansonia on Lydiard Ballarat offers free WiFi. All rooms are air conditioned and include a flat-screen TV and a DVD player.
“Such friendly staff. Rooms were super quiet and very comfortable.”
534 hotel reviews
Average review score: 8.3
Located next to the historic Eureka Stockade monument and reserve, this holiday park features access to a large, seasonal, outdoor, heated pool, located next door.
“We enjoyed our stay here. Plenty of room to spread out. Felt safe.”
Average review score: 7.1
Western Hotel Ballarat is set in Ballarat, 1.5 km from Her Majesty's Ballarat. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Every room includes a shared bathroom. A TV is available.
“Perfect. What more can I say.”
Average review score: 7.9
Comfort Inn Main Lead is a boutique-style hotel, just 500 metres from Sovereign Hill Historical Park. Offering free WiFi, each spacious room is air-conditioned and includes a refrigerator and toaster....
“The owner member was very friendly and helpful .The place was awesome，rooms were clean and modern .loved the breakfast at motel restaurant.Just a great place to stay while in beautiful Ballarat。”
214 hotel reviews
Average review score: 9.1
This award-winning boutique hotel features a fitness centre and a heated plunge pool. All rooms include a 40-inch LCD TV with free cable channels, in-house movies and free Wi-Fi.
“Staff friendliness was a stand out. As we arrived early staff prepared our room early for our convenience. Much appreciated.”
213 hotel reviews
Average review score: 9.8
Guests staying at Lascelles Ballarat can choose to stay in a ground floor or top floor 2-bedroom townhouse or a 6-bedroom house, located in the heart of Ballarat.
“Awesome location right next to Sturt street (Main Street). The building is magnificent with great bedding. We just loved our stay.”
Average review score: 7.8
Just 5 kilometres from Sovereign Hill, Peppinella Motel offers air-conditioned accommodation with flat-screen cable TV.
“Very friendly staff, and helpful, clean basic accommodation”
274 hotel reviews
Average review score: 8.6
Boasting an outdoor barbecue area, a large grassed yard and an outdoor swimming pool, this motel offers refurbished guestrooms with modern décor and a flat-screen cable TV.
“Plenty of room. Good layout and still supply breakfast to the rooms.”
210 hotel reviews
Average review score: 7.3
Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, barbecue facilities and free parking, Avenue Motel is only 10 minutes’ walk from the Arch of Victory. Free Wi-Fi and free satellite TV are included.
“Heart warming welcome from the owner and his pet-Coco, a friendly dog. The price matches the facility perfectly and the distance from the golden point is suitable. At the night, the stars and milky way are just amazing. You can sit outside and have a beer, which is very much enjoyable.”
689 hotel reviews
Average review score: 7.6
Situated in a quiet rural location in Ballarat, Cardigan Lodge Motel is just 10kms from the Arch of Victory on the Avenue of Honor (Remembrance Drive).
“Peaceful quiet location. Very helpful staff”
Average review score: 9.1
Ballarat Station Apartments offers guests self-contained accommodation, situated opposite Ballarat Train Station, 1 minutes' walk from the platforms as well as the Melbourne Airport Shuttle bus drop...
“Great view. Well appointed. Excellent communication with staff.”
Average review score: 8.9
Just 1 kilometre from Ballarat’s city centre, Central City Motor Inn offers accommodation with flat-screen cable TV and a DVD player. It features a swimming pool and barbecue facilities.
“Good location, very friendly and helpful staff”
265 hotel reviews
Average review score: 7.8
Featuring a saltwater swimming pool, a basketball court and a covered barbecue area with outdoor seating, Alfred Motor Inn is just 550 metres from Ballarat Golf Course.
“Very clean, and very friendly staff”
233 hotel reviews
Average review score: 9
Just 200 metres from Lake Wendouree, Ballarat Lake Inn offers air-conditioned accommodation with flat-screen satellite TV. The property features Wi-Fi internet access, a bar and a restaurant.
“The room was generous, the bed comfy, the ensuite pristine and the towels so soft. Very peaceful nights stay before work.”
408 hotel reviews
Average review score: 9.3
Just a 5-minute drive from Ballarat town centre, Victoriana Motor Inn offers 3.5 star accommodation with access to free WiFi and private parking.
“Fantastic size room and spa was just gorgeous”
285 hotel reviews
Average review score: 8
Ballarat Eureka Lodge is situated in a quiet spacious garden setting away from highway noise.
“Really clean room! Good sized, comfortable with access to broadband.”
265 hotel reviews
Average review score: 8.9
Oscars Hotel is a unique boutique accommodation boasting art décor, located in the heart of Ballarat. It offers a restaurant, free Wi-Fi throughout and a garden.
“Helpful, friendly staff. Style and comfort of room. Service and food in restaurant.”
420 hotel reviews
Average review score: 9.4
Featuring free WiFi and air conditioning, Lakes Edge Apartments is set in Ballarat. Her Majesty's Ballarat is 1.5 km away. Free private parking is available on site.
“Absolutely beautiful decor and design of the apartment, definitely will be coming back”
Average review score: 9.4
Featuring free WiFi, Bakery Hill Apartments offers accommodation in Ballarat. The accommodation boasts a spa bath. Her Majesty's Ballarat is 600 metres away. Free private parking is available on site....
“Great location. The styling of then accomodation was very comfortable. Nice and clean. Easy parking. Great facilities within the accomodation”
Average review score: 9.2
Set in Ballarat, this air-conditioned holiday home features a garden with a barbecue and a sun terrace. The property is 2.6 km from Regent Cinemas Ballarat and boasts views of the garden.
“Thankyou so much... lovley place... the driveway freaked me out...lol”
Average review score: 8.2
Set in Ballarat, 1.4 km from Regent Cinemas Ballarat, Rooms at Carboni's boasts a restaurant and free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.
“Fantastic, modern, clean, nice food, great staff, very nice place”
Average review score: 9.2
Offering accommodation with air conditioning, Newington Apartments is set in Ballarat, 1.9 km from Her Majesty's Ballarat. Regent Cinemas Ballarat is 2.1 km away. Free WiFi is featured .
“Best place ever stayed! Absolutely amazing rooms,luxury bedding,wifi,netflix,meals,service,friendly staff,kids indoor games room,outdoor play ground,excellent meals,no expense spared!! 10/10”
Average review score: 8.8
Quest Ballarat is located in the city centre, 650 metres from Ballarat Train Station and a 15-minute drive from Ballarat Airport.
“I was really happy with the room. It was very clean and was nice to have a fridge and tea and coffee making facilities. We were on level 3 which we requested, had to walk the stairs to level 3 as no lift available, but it was nice and quiet on level three.”
Average review score: 9.1
Just 2 minutes’ walk from beautiful Lake Wendouree, Luxury Apartments on Webster boasts free WiFi, a gas log fire and a private balcony or patio with garden views.
“Very clean and had everything needed for our stay for a family of 5. We will definitely stay here again.”
Average review score: 7.5
Just 10 minutes’ drive from Ballarat University and Ballarat’s town centre, this motel offers accommodation with satellite TV, BBQ facilities and a children’s playground.
“I liked the spa very relaxing and the bed was comfortable could sleep all day in it”
147 hotel reviews
Average review score: 8.5
Located in a tranquil, leafy setting, BIG4 Ballarat Windmill Holiday Park boasts a 20-metre indoor heated pool, 2 hot tubs and a sauna.
“A lot of facilities and things for kids to do”
Sovereign Hideaway is a detached holiday home set in Ballarat in the Victoria Region and is 1.3 km from Regent Cinemas Ballarat. The air-conditioned unit is 1.4 km from Her Majesty's Ballarat.
Situated in Ballarat in the Victoria Region, this detached holiday home is 1.9 km from Regent Cinemas Ballarat. The property boasts views of the garden and is 2 km from Her Majesty's Ballarat.
Average review score: 7.9
Braeside Garden Cottages offers accommodation in Ballarat. Each cottage at this bed and breakfast is air conditioned and comes with a flat-screen TV.
“Continental brekkie. Bonus yoghurt and fruit and all excellent quality. Coffee plunger was appreciated. Spa was magnificent. Bed comfortable and spacious.”
Average review score: 9.3
Newington Lakehouse is a holiday home with a garden, set in Ballarat, 2.6 km from Her Majesty's Ballarat. Providing free private parking, the holiday home is 2.7 km from Regent Cinemas Ballarat.
“The house was very spacious with indoor & outdoor entertaining areas, good sized bedrooms & very comfortable beds. It was equipped with everything to make your stay comfortable including an outdoor hot tub.”
Average review score: 9.8
Located in Ballarat, this holiday home is set 800 metres from Her Majesty's Ballarat. Guests benefit from free WiFi and private parking available on site.
“House was spectacular ! Homely , comfortable EVERYTHING you could need PLUS homely touches like cakes, fresh flowers and nice note on arrival . Comfortable beds Cannot thank them enough and looking forward to staying again in the future . Highly recommended”
Average review score: 9.5
Offering a barbecue and views of the garden, Twelve Errard is located in Ballarat in the Victoria Region. Daylesford is 36 km away. Free private parking is available on site.
“Decor was very luxurious. Very close to the centre of town. Lovely street.”
Average review score: 9.4
Set on 55 acres of lovely gardens, WorldMark Ballarat features a tennis court, an indoor pool and a hot tub. Built in 1878, it offers self-contained accommodation with stunning garden views.
“Realy nice location, very comfortable beds, Good pressure of water, Heater of mattress, Nice garden and BBQ next to the lake”
Average review score: 9.7
Located in Ballarat, in the heart of Australia's goldfields, Webster Terrace offers luxury, boutique accommodation, which features 2 spacious bedrooms and a gorgeous bathroom with a claw-foot bath.
“Plenty of room,beds really comfy and such a great price.Also Barbara is a wonderful host,so cheerful and welcoming.We will be back :)”
Average review score: 9.5
Set amongst lovely gardens, Dunstans Guest House offers accommodation featuring a spa bath and cosy fireplace. Guests can relax outdoors on the patio or make use of the BBQ facilities.
“The communication was second to none. It was such an easy, pleasant transaction. And the breakfast provisions were abundant and yummy!!”
Average review score: 9.8
Luxury on Lewis offers accommodation in Ballarat, 200 metres from Her Majesty's Ballarat and 300 metres from Regent Cinemas Ballarat. The air-conditioned unit is 9 km from Kryal Castle.
“Super Clean and Great Location.”
Average review score: 8.9
Featuring air conditioning, Scandie on Scotts offers accommodation in Ballarat. Regent Cinemas Ballarat is 1 km from the property. Free private parking is available on site.
“Loved the floor heating and the big shower head. Lovely and bright and very neat.”
Average review score: 8.3
Located opposite Victoria Park, Aroma & Tranquility offers self-contained cottages with a gas log fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen and a spa bath.
“Very nice lady who made sure we were comfortable on arrival by making sure the cottage was cooled beforehand. Great shower. Nice massage chair. Fresh bread finished baking as we arrived, was a great touch. Location suited us very well and we considered ourselves lucky to have such nice accommodation at short notice.”
Situated in Ballarat, next to the Midlands Golf Course, the self-contained 165 On Bogong offers a 2-car garage, 3-bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Guests enjoy free WiFi and lake views.
Average review score: 9.1
Located in the heart of Ballarat on historic Bakery Hill, Quality Inn & Suites The Menzies offers a variety of accommodation types with access to free WiFi and free off-street parking.
“The room was so clean and the lady had put the heater on as we came in late. The bed and pillows were so comfortable.”
Average review score: 8.5
Set on 3 hectares of manicured gardens, alongside an ornamental lake, the 4-star Mercure Ballarat Hotel & Convention Centre features an outdoor swimming pool, a bistro, bar and a lounge bar.
“I liked the room for the cleanliness and all the facility looks new.”
706 hotel reviews
Average review score: 9
Featuring free WiFi, Lake Wendouree Luxury Apartments on Grove offers accommodation just 50 metres from Lake Wendouree. Daylesford is 36 km from the property. Free private parking is available on...
“Very close to the lake. Apartment is very clean and modern.”
Canadian Lakehouse is a detached holiday home with a barbecue, situated in Canadian in the Victoria Region. The property boasts views of the garden and is 2.9 km from Ballarat.
Average review score: 10
Gregory - Lake Wendouree is a detached holiday home with a patio, situated in Ballarat. It provides free private parking. There is a dining area and a kitchen. A flat-screen TV is featured.
“Terrific location very comfortable”
Ballarat's Victoriana is a semi-detached holiday home with a barbecue, set in Ballarat in the Victoria Region. The holiday home is 1.8 km from Regent Cinemas Ballarat.
Featuring air conditioning, Phyl & May's Accommodation is situated in Ballarat, 900 metres from Regent Cinemas Ballarat. Her Majesty's Ballarat is 1.1 km from the property.
Featuring free WiFi, an indoor pool and a sun terrace, Ballaratprimavera offers accommodation 13 minutes' drive from Ballarat.
Average review score: 8.1
Situated in Ballarat, 2.5 km from Regent Cinemas Ballarat, Miner's Retreat Motel features air-conditioned rooms and free private parking. Every room is equipped with a flat-screen TV.
“The staff were amazing! So welcoming and helpful. Definitely would stay again if ever needed too.”
260 hotel reviews
Featuring free WiFi and air conditioning, Crompton Cottages 109 is situated in Ballarat, 1.5 km from Regent Cinemas Ballarat. The accommodation boasts a spa bath and a hot tub.
Marys on Seymour is a holiday home with a balcony, located in Ballarat. The property is 600 metres from Regent Cinemas Ballarat and features views of the city.
Average review score: 9.4
Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Be On Lydiard Too is set in Ballarat, 2.6 km from Regent Cinemas Ballarat. A flat-screen TV, as well as a CD player are available.
“A fabulous property - breakfast supplies amazing and had everything we needed! LOVED the massage chair!! Kids enjoyed all the board games provided! Great, safe, central, quiet spot! Would definitely recommend!”
Located in Ballarat, this air-conditioned holiday home features a barbecue. The holiday home is 1.4 km from Her Majesty's Ballarat. Free private parking is available on site.
Greenfield Place offers pet-friendly accommodation in Ballarat, 600 metres from Regent Cinemas Ballarat. The property is 800 metres from Her Majesty's Ballarat and boasts views of the garden.
By Concierge: "Ardenlee" Beautiful Victorian Manor is a 2-storey, beautifully renovated 1860's Victorian residence, built at the end of the Gold Rush era. It has 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
Featuring free WiFi and a barbecue, Ballarat Central Bed & Breakfast offers accommodation in Ballarat, 700 metres from Her Majesty's Ballarat. Free private parking is available on site.
Located 600 metres from Regent Cinemas Ballarat and 700 metres from Her Majesty's Ballarat, Webster Apartment offers accommodation in Ballarat.
