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Popular hotels in Ballarat

Discover well-known properties in Ballarat that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 266 hotels in Ballarat and price data was last updated on 13 February 2025. The average price for a hotel in Ballarat is C$ 150/night.
The following hotels are among the most sought after in the Ballarat area. If you're not finding the hotel you're looking for and have flexibility with dates, try adjusting the search form at the top of the page for more results.
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613 Main Road, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
Located within the Goldfields region of Victoria, opposite Sovereign Hill, is the Mercure Ballarat. Our hotel features warm hospitality, beautiful landscaped gardens and a Day Spa, for a relaxing and memorable experience. Perfect for business and leisure visitors. Experience the diverse character and rich history of Ballarat. Discover the legacy of Victoria's gold rush, visible in the tree-lined boulevards, botanic gardens, stunning architecture, artistic communities, and charming country feel.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.7
Good
1738 reviews
Location
2.2 km from city centre
C$ 142
19 Doveton Street North, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Her Majesty's Theatre A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a conference center are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a microwave in a common area, a business center, and dry cleaning are onsite. Mid City Ballarat offers 70 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and complimentary newspapers. 55-inch LED televisions come with Netflix. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.4
Good
1123 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
C$ 134
121 Lydiard Street North, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
Victorian aparthotel with a coffee shop and a restaurant Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free aparthotel has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a business center, and conference space. Each apartment offers free WiFi, a minibar, and a flat-screen TV with digital channels. Added amenities include Netflix, room service, and premium bedding. Housekeeping is available on request. The Provincial Boutique Hotel offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Ballarat aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.8
Excellent
1050 reviews
Location
1.2 km from city centre
C$ 149
1317 Mair Street, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Lake Wendouree This motel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, express check-in, and express check-out are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request. Lake Inn Ballarat offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.9
Excellent
735 reviews
Location
1.3 km from city centre
C$ 184
1845 Sturt Street, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
Ballarat motel in Alfredton with an indoor pool and a restaurant An indoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area, and conference space. Bell Tower Inn offers 68 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the motel include an indoor pool.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.0
Excellent
1059 reviews
Location
5.2 km from city centre
C$ 131
39-41 Magpie Street, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Sovereign Hill Conference space, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, barbecue grills, a picnic area, and RV/bus/truck parking are onsite. Weekly housekeeping is available. Sovereign Hill Hotel offers 43 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided weekly.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.2
Excellent
1383 reviews
Location
1.8 km from city centre
C$ 147
7-11 Dawson Street North, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
Luxury hotel in Ballarat with a fitness center This smoke-free hotel features a fitness center, a business center, and conference space. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include dry cleaning, laundry facilities, and tour/ticket assistance. Housekeeping is not available. Quest Ballarat offers 53 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and safes. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.8
Excellent
438 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
C$ 159
27 Lydiard Street North, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
Hotel with free parking, near Sovereign Hill Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a nightclub and 2 bars/lounges. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, 2 coffee shops/cafes, dry cleaning, and a front-desk safe are onsite. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Ballarat hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.5
Excellent
936 reviews
Location
0.9 km from city centre
C$ 153
Ballarat, VIC, Australia
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a TV, as well as a minibar and air conditioning. Other amenities include laundry facilities, towels, an electric kettle, and rollaway beds.
Air Conditioning
9.1
Excellent
940 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
C$ 180
16 Victoria Street, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
Motel with free parking, near Art Gallery of Ballarat An indoor pool, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include barbecue grills. Housekeeping is not available. Central City Motor Inn offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Ballarat motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Recreational amenities at the motel include an indoor pool. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Pool
8.6
Excellent
820 reviews
Location
1.6 km from city centre
C$ 129

Tips for booking hotels in Ballarat

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Ballarat. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 13 February 2025.
Cheapest month:December
Most expensive month:November
Average price in Ballarat:C$ 150/night
Cheapest price found:C$ 71/night
Cheapest day:Tuesday
Most expensive day:Friday
C$ 124 - C$ 185
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
C$ 127 - C$ 192
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Cheapest hotels in Ballarat, Australia

Discover affordable stays in Ballarat that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Ballarat can be found for as low as C$ 90 per night. There is currently one property in Ballarat that can be booked for this price. Bakery Hill Motel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Ballarat. Price data was last updated on 13 February 2025
At the moment, these hotels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Ballarat. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
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1 Humffray Street South, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 90
Avg. per night
223 Main Road, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 96
Avg. per night
1813 Sturt Street, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
4.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 97
Avg. per night
244 Albert Street, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
4.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 100
Avg. per night
9503 Western Highway, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
6.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 103
Avg. per night
5-7 Humffray Street North, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 104
Avg. per night
101 Curtis Street, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 106
Avg. per night
1759 Sturt Street, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
4.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 109
Avg. per night
119 Stawell Street South, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
3.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
C$ 109
Avg. per night
43 Main Road, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 109
Avg. per night
9379 Western Highway, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
7.6 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 110
Avg. per night
1843 Sturt Street, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
5.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 112
Avg. per night
604-610 Eureka Street, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
3.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 116
Avg. per night
214 Victoria Street, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 117
Avg. per night
102 Smythes Road, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
3.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
C$ 124
Avg. per night
10 Lydiard Street South, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 129
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Ballarat

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Ballarat to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Ballarat at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 13 February 2025.
A breakdown of the average price per hotel class in Ballarat. We've highlighted the most popular properties according to our users as well as the best value within each hotel class.
4 stars +
121 Lydiard Street North, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
C$ 149
10 Lydiard Street South, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
C$ 129
19 Doveton Street North, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
C$ 134
7-11 Dawson Street North, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
C$ 159
3 stars
244 Albert Street, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
C$ 100
1845 Sturt Street, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
C$ 131
39-41 Magpie Street, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
C$ 147
741 Remembrance Dr Cardigan Village, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
C$ 173
223 Main Road, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
C$ 96
2 stars and under
101 Curtis Street, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
C$ 106
119 Stawell Street South, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
C$ 109
9503 Western Highway, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
C$ 103

Other accommodations in Ballarat

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or vacation rental for your stay in Ballarat. There are 266 hotels in Ballarat and price data was last updated on 13 February 2025. The average price for a stay in Ballarat is C$ 150/night.
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121 Lydiard Street North, Ballarat, VIC, Australia
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 149
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Ballarat

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Ballarat to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 13 February 2025.
Use the map to find hotels in Ballarat that are close to the points of interest you'll be frequenting. You can find more information on a particular hotel within the map by clicking on its name.

About Ballarat

A former 19th-century gold-rush town on the Yarrowee River in Australia, Ballarat still harbours a grand collection of Victorian-era architecture scattered amongst heritage streets, modern art galleries, microbreweries and lavish botanical gardens. Even the city’s main rail station, opened in 1862, ranks as one of the most impressive heritage buildings in the country.

Things to do in Ballarat

The biggest tourist draw in Ballarat is Sovereign Hill, an authentic re-creation of the village during its 1850s gold rush. Like a living-history museum, the simulated township features costumed actors portraying everyday life in a gold-mining community. See the original mine shaft and equipment, go panning for gold, and watch the hourly gold pour.

A walk down Sturt Street reveals numerous sculptures and statues, including Queen Victoria watching over Town Hall and a bandstand commemorating local musicians on the RMS Titanic. Be sure to head over to Lydiard Street for its nostalgic pubs, lively cafes and the Art Gallery of Ballarat. Visit the Museum of Australian Democracy at Eureka, and sample indigenous ingredients at the on-site Saltbush Cafe, including wattleseed, finger lime, mountain pepper and native saltbush leaves.

Enjoy Ballarat’s wild side at the interactive Ballarat Wildlife Park, home to Tasmanian devils, dingoes and tree kangaroos. Lake Wendouree offers trails for hiking and cycling, while Ballarat Botanical Gardens is where to view bronze statues of the Prime Ministers of Australia. A scenic way to get around, ride the authentic vintage tram that runs along the lake to the Ballarat Tramway Museum.

Getting around Ballarat

Ballarat is home to an extensive public transportation network with commuter trains and in-city buses. A free visitor shuttle bus operates from the Ballarat Visitor Information Centre, servicing the main tourist attractions. A free Hopshuttle tourist bus is available on weekends, or you can rent a bike from one of the several bikehire companies.

Facts about staying in Ballarat

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Ballarat to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 13 February 2025.
  • What is the best place in Ballarat for bars and restaurants?

    If you are in Ballarat and want food and beverages, Ballarat Central is a place with several dining joints that serve meals. You can find Freight Bar and Restaurant along Mair Street, for a plate of Ballarat special and a bottle of beer. Mair Street also has The Sporting Globe Bar & Grill, which serves your choice of roasted meat meals and cocktails. If you want to take your loved ones for dinner, walk along Sturt Street and get a table at Golden City Hotel. Suppose you are looking for accommodation in Ballarat closer to Ballarat Central; Ballarat Central City Motor Inn and Ballarat Premier Apartments are suitable hotels. If you prefer a hotel that serves good meals and cocktails, Oscar’s Hotel & Cafe Bar is among the cheap Ballarat hotels with good service.

  • What is the best place for a family holiday in Ballarat?

    Things to do in Ballarat depend on how many days you intend to stay in the city. Whether you stay for a while or visit for a few days, do not miss taking the little ones to Livvi's Place Playground, in Newington. Livvi's Place is a playground with children's swings and several other amenities the kids will love. After visiting Livvi's Place, you can take a short drive to Sebastopol and explore Sebastopol Water Play Park. The park has several water activities ranked safe for family events. Prominent Ballarat accommodations with a kid-friendly atmosphere include The Victoriana Motor Inn and Begonia City Motor Inn.

  • What are the best things to do and see in Ballarat?

    Suppose you are in the city and want to know the things to see in Ballarat for a day of fun, visit Sovereign Hill. Sovereign Hill is a popular destination with tourists looking to have a first-hand experience of the gold-mine history of the locals. You can also visit Lake Wendouree, to explore the Ballarat Botanical Gardens Reserve near the lake. If you want a taste of the medieval history of Ballarat, Kryal Museum, at the foot of Mount Warrenheip, has a collection of the medieval art of Ballarat. Accommodation in Ballarat closer to the top tourist sites of the town includes Snake Valley Hotel, Ambassador Motor Inn Ballarat and Begonia City Motor Inn, amongst others.