Miners Rest Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Stay near popular Miners Rest attractions

Miners Rest Park

Miners Rest Park is just one of the places to see in Ballarat, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
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Activities

Ballarat City Tales Walking Tour

Ballarat City Tales Walking Tour

NZ$119
per adult
Ballarat City Tales Walking Tour
Sovereign Hill A Touch Of Gold Ballarat Tour

Sovereign Hill A Touch Of Gold Ballarat Tour

NZ$204
per adult
Sovereign Hill A Touch Of Gold Ballarat Tour
Grampians National Park Day Tour

Grampians National Park Day Tour

NZ$259
per adult
Grampians National Park Day Tour
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Our pick of the best Miners Rest Hotel Deals

Mid City Ballarat

Mid City Ballarat

4 out of 5
19 Doveton St North Ballarat VIC
The price is NZ$168 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
NZ$168
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Mid City Ballarat
RACV Goldfields Resort

RACV Goldfields Resort

4.5 out of 5
1500 Midland Highway Creswick VIC
The price is NZ$211 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
NZ$211
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Creswick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely room and friendly staff. Outlook was really nice from the balcony. Food was great."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

RACV Goldfields Resort
Quest Ballarat Station

Quest Ballarat Station

4 out of 5
Nolan, 11 Soldiers Hill VIC
The price is NZ$248 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$248
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Quest Ballarat Station
Sovereign Hill Hotel

Sovereign Hill Hotel

3.5 out of 5
39-41 Magpie Street Golden Point (Ballarat) VIC
The price is NZ$193 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$193
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free parking, 2 meeting rooms and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Sovereign Hill Hotel
The Provincial Boutique Hotel

The Provincial Boutique Hotel

5 out of 5
121 Lydiard Street North Ballarat VIC
The price is NZ$200 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
NZ$200
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,021 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel. Beautiful atmosphere. It even smelled fantastic. Comfy bed, large spa and seperate lounge. Very homely. Would defiantly recommend! My wife was very happy!"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

The Provincial Boutique Hotel
Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

4 out of 5
613 Main Road Golden Point (Ballarat) VIC
The price is NZ$240 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
NZ$240
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice quiet spot, room and furnishings ready for a refurb"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
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Our guide on where to stay in Miners Rest

Find the best Miners Rest areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Miners Rest
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A historic building with ornate architecture, a clock tower, and a street with illuminated signs.

Ballarat Central

While visiting Ballarat Central, you might make a stop by sights like St Patrick's Cathedral and Ballarat Town Hall.

A waterfront building with a green roof, likely a clubhouse, surrounded by calm water and trees.
Photo by Lavinia Butterworth
Open Photo by Lavinia Butterworth

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)

Golden Point (Ballarat) is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Sovereign Hill, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

A lake with ducks, a tree, and a green post.

Ballarat East

Ballarat East is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Eureka Aquatic Center and Eureka Hall.

A bird with a crest, pink feet, and striped wings standing on a gravelly ground with sparse vegetation.
Photo by BJ
Open Photo by BJ

Newington

The bars and spas are a few reasons travellers visit Newington. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Ballarat Tramway Museum and Lake Wendouree, a few notable attractions nearby.

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