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Our top choices for Ballarat Central hotels

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1. 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
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Mid City Ballarat
A lobby with a leather sofa, a wooden table with fruit, and a chandelier.

2. Craig's Royal Hotel

Craig's Royal Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (795 reviews)
"Very unique building and rooms, rooms with character. Beautiful building and very convenient location"
Australia
Marissa
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Craig's Royal Hotel
A brick building with a reception area, columns, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

3. Quest Ballarat

Quest Ballarat
4.5 star property
Ballarat Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (795 reviews)
"Lovely staff, very accommodating and friendly. Room was great and perfect location."
Australia
Leanne
The price is NZ$250
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Quest Ballarat
A restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and bar stools.

4. Lake Inn Ballarat

Lake Inn Ballarat
4.5 star property
Ballarat Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (858 reviews)
"Large comfortable rooms, very clean"
Australia
Donna
The price is NZ$248
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Lake Inn Ballarat
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a white fence and large windows.

5. Oscar's Hotel

Oscar's Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (580 reviews)
"Great location, staff helpful and food delicious. Would happily stay again."
Australia
Kane
The price is NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Oscar's Hotel
A kitchen with a brick wall, a potted plant, a laptop, and a display case with pastries.

6. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

The Provincial Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,033 reviews)
"Very quiet and clean. Staff were very helpful and the hotel was in close proximity to town."
Australia
Frances
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
The Provincial Boutique Hotel
A modern cafe with a glass front display case, outdoor seating, and a visible street view.

7. 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
The price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and large windows.

8. 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
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Ballarat Premier Apartments
A long corridor with large windows and a view of the rooftop.

9. Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard

Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (298 reviews)
"Fantastic - will stay again."
Australia
Jason
The price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard
A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.

10. Quest Ballarat Station

Quest Ballarat Station
4.0 star property
Soldiers Hill, 1 km from Ballarat Central
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (606 reviews)
"Great location, easy parking and very clean rooms."
Australia
Anthony
The price is NZ$266
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Quest Ballarat Station
A neatly made bed with white bedding and striped pillows, a bedside lamp, and a chair in a hotel room.

11. Central City Motor Inn

Central City Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Bakery Hill, 1.5 km from Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (504 reviews)
"Very good experience, will book again."
Australia
Annatta
The price is NZ$182
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Central City Motor Inn
A reception door with a sign indicating reception hours, a key return box, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

12. Victoriana Motor Inn

Victoriana Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Ballarat East, 3.4 km from Ballarat Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (730 reviews)
"Clean tidy warm and Comfortable"
Australia
Matthew
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Victoriana Motor Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

13. Bakery Hill Motel

Bakery Hill Motel
3.5 star property
Bakery Hill, 1.4 km from Ballarat Central
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (835 reviews)
"Good reasonably central location and clean well appointed rooms with comfortable beds."
Australia
Lindy
The price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Bakery Hill Motel
A modern entrance with a potted tree, a wooden door, and a clear view of the street outside.

14. The Menzies Ballarat

The Menzies Ballarat
4.0 star property
Bakery Hill, 1.4 km from Ballarat Central
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (450 reviews)
"Reception business focused took name issued key and instruction where to locate room, didnt explain parking which filled quickly. Excellent for price, convenient to shops. Meet our needs well."
Australia
Pauline
The price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Menzies 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), 2.1 km from Ballarat Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (724 reviews)
"The staff were amazing and very helpful"
Australia
Catherine
The price is NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Sovereign Hill Hotel
A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with two pillows, two bedside tables with lamps, and a small rug.

16. Begonia City Motor Inn

Begonia City Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Sebastopol, 4.5 km from Ballarat Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (350 reviews)
"Very clean and well maintained A quiet part of town too"
Australia
Warwick
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Begonia City Motor Inn
A wooden deck with a patio umbrella, a white fence, and a view of greenery through large windows.

17. Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
4.0 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 2.5 km from Ballarat Central
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
The price is NZ$230
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area, and a bench outside.

18. City Views Ballarat

City Views Ballarat
2.5 star property
Bakery Hill, 1.3 km from Ballarat Central
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (566 reviews)
"Property was not overly clean. Check in was difficult, email should have been sent to outline the contactless check-in. Motel tried to call me but it wouldn't go through as we were in a no cell zone."
Canada
Kate
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
City Views Ballarat
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

19. Ballarat Suites

Ballarat Suites
4.0 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 2.3 km from Ballarat Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent room very clean , huge shower , great position "
Australia
Robert
The price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Ballarat Suites
A Victorian-style house with a prominent front porch, a brick facade, and a metal roof.

20. Seymours on Lydiard

Seymours on Lydiard
4.0 star property
Soldiers Hill, 1.1 km from Ballarat Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (578 reviews)
"Parking available, room was clean and close to sovereign hill and wildlife park. Pub next door was excellent"
Australia
Julie
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Seymours on Lydiard
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Compare popular hotels in Ballarat Central

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and large windows.
Ballarat Premier Apartments
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
474 reviews
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A restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and bar stools.
Lake Inn Ballarat
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
858 reviews
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A brick building with a reception area, columns, and a pathway leading to the entrance.
Quest Ballarat
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
795 reviews
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A kitchen with a brick wall, a potted plant, a laptop, and a display case with pastries.
The Provincial Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,033 reviews
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An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a white fence and large windows.
Oscar's Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
580 reviews
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Our guide on where to stay in Ballarat Central

Find the best Ballarat Central areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Lake Wendouree

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Lake Wendouree. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Wendouree or Ballarat Botanical Gardens.

A historic street with wooden buildings, a street lamp, and signs for a bakery and hotel.

Golden Point (Ballarat)

Travellers come to Golden Point (Ballarat) for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Sovereign Hill and Gold Museum while you're in town.

A historical town with wooden buildings and a prominent church steeple.

Ballarat East

Visitors to Ballarat East enjoy its spas, and if you want to do some exploring, Eureka Hall is worth a stop.

A small wooden boathouse with a dark blue door, a white trim, and a tall antenna on a pier extending into calm water.

Wendouree

While visiting Wendouree, you might make a stop by sights like Eureka Stadium and Flax Mill Swamp Wildlife Reserve.

A small wooden boathouse with a blue door and a white trim, situated on a wooden dock extending into calm water.

Sebastopol

The spas and theatres are just a few features travellers like about Sebastopol. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Sovereign Hill and Her Majesty's Theatre are a few top places to visit.

Top Ballarat Central Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Ballarat Central

Lake Inn Ballarat

Lake Inn Ballarat

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and comfortable room in a nice location.Close to lake with restaurants and pubs within an easy walk.Would stay again."
michelle 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Lake Inn Ballarat

Frequently asked questions

What is Ballarat Central like?
You'll be sure to have fun exploring Ballarat's Ballarat Central neighbourhood. Are you looking for Ballarat Central travel tips? Make sure that you visit Ballarat Town Hall and Her Majesty's Theatre while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's the best accommodation in Ballarat Central?
Based on our traveller data, The Provincial Boutique Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in Ballarat Central. This aparthotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other good options for your stay in the area include Mid City Ballarat and Craig's Royal Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the Ballarat Central area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Ballarat, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 32 Ballarat Central hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Ballarat Central, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Ballarat Central.
What is there to do in this Ballarat neighbourhood?
Landmarks in Ballarat Central that you won't want to miss include Her Majesty's Theatre and St Patrick's Cathedral. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Ballarat Town Hall and Art Gallery of Ballarat are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Ballarat Central include Gold Museum, Lake Wendouree and Sovereign Hill. While you're out sightseeing in Ballarat, make sure that you visit other sights such as Lake Esmond or Eureka Stadium.
How can I get around Ballarat Central and the greater Ballarat area?
If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Ballarat Station.