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Our top choices for Mount Helen hotels

A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with two pillows, two bedside tables with lamps, and a small rug.

1. Begonia City Motor Inn

Begonia City Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Sebastopol, 4.9 km from Mount Helen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (356 reviews)
"Great location, clean and friendly staff would highly recommend."
Australia
Emily
The price is NZ$155
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Begonia City Motor Inn
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a glass shower, and a view of the outdoors.

2. Ballarat Motel

Ballarat Motel
2.0 star property
Canadian, 5.2 km from Mount Helen
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Lovely new motel. Stayed the day it opened. The staff couldnt help enough. Walk across the road to Zagamies. Soverign Hill is just down the road."
Australia
Donna
The price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Ballarat Motel
Restaurant

3. Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
4.0 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 5.6 km from Mount Helen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Fantastic 😍"
United States
Lynda
The price is NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

4. Ballarat Suites

Ballarat Suites
4.0 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 5.8 km from Mount Helen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"I was incredibly surprised how good the room was for such a reasonable price. Plenty of room, comfortable beds, clean and new at the time of our stay. We will be staying here again for our next stay in Ballarat."
Australia
Matthew
The price is NZ$232
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Ballarat Suites
A two-story building with a gabled roof and a covered porch.

5. Sovereign Hill Hotel

Sovereign Hill Hotel
3.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 5.9 km from Mount Helen
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (731 reviews)
"Very clean and staff very helpful , great position for sovereign Hill"
Australia
Craig
The price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Sovereign Hill Hotel
A reception door with a sign indicating reception hours, a key return box, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

6. Victoriana Motor Inn

Victoriana Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Ballarat East, 7.7 km from Mount Helen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (735 reviews)
"Room had a smoke smell to it, so we requested a move to another room. That room was ok. Amenities a bit old, but were clean and usable."
Australia
PHILIP
The price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Victoriana Motor Inn
A lobby with a leather sofa, a wooden table with fruit, and a chandelier.

7. Craig's Royal Hotel

Craig's Royal Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 7.6 km from Mount Helen
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (800 reviews)
"Central location walkable to dining zone and next door to City Hall and excellent tourism office. Grand historic building with museum quality decor, and lots of historic wall prints and memorabilia. Rooms comfortable, feel like you are back in the days when Mark Twain and royals came here to stay."
Canada
David
The price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Craig's Royal Hotel
A playground with slides and a wooden fence.

8. Eureka Lodge Motel

Eureka Lodge Motel
2.5 star property
Ballarat East, 7 km from Mount Helen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (421 reviews)
"Great central place to stay, very accommodating . "
Australia
Rhonda
The price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Eureka Lodge Motel
A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.

9. Quest Ballarat Station

Quest Ballarat Station
4.0 star property
Soldiers Hill, 8.2 km from Mount Helen
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (615 reviews)
"Great location and clean comfy room for a reasonable price. Had a great stay!"
Australia
Karlie
The price is NZ$271
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Quest Ballarat Station
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a metal roof.

10. Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments

Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments
3.0 star property
8.3 km from Mount Helen
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great budget accommodation on the freeway, minutes from Ballarat CBD. Comfortable rooms with all the basics you need. With service station next door, mini golf, restaurants and thr"
Australia
Tammy
The price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments
A restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and bar stools.

11. Lake Inn Ballarat

Lake Inn Ballarat
4.5 star property
Ballarat Central, 8.8 km from Mount Helen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (865 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable room in a nice location.Close to lake with restaurants and pubs within an easy walk.Would stay again."
Australia
michelle
The price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Lake Inn Ballarat
Garden

12. Sovereign Views Apartments

Sovereign Views Apartments
3.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 6 km from Mount Helen
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (214 reviews)
"It was close to a major tourist attraction and a laundrette and good dinner options a.l within walking distance"
Australia
Sarah
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Sovereign Views Apartments
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a white fence and large windows.

13. Oscar's Hotel

Oscar's Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 7.7 km from Mount Helen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (581 reviews)
"Great location, staff helpful and food delicious. Would happily stay again."
Australia
Kane
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Oscar's Hotel
An indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling and brick walls, surrounded by windows and seating areas.

14. Main Lead Ballarat Motel

Main Lead Ballarat Motel
3.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 6.4 km from Mount Helen
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (462 reviews)
"Great staff clesn quite room"
Australia
Darren
The price is NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Main Lead Ballarat Motel
A room with a large vertical garden wall, a staircase, and a patterned carpet.

15. Mid City Ballarat

Mid City Ballarat
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 8 km from Mount Helen
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"The staff and owners really make this a great stay...."
Australia
Stuart
The price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Mid City Ballarat
A large indoor swimming pool with blue tiles, lounge chairs, and a brick wall with a welcome sign.

16. Sovereign Park Motor Inn

Sovereign Park Motor Inn
4.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 6.6 km from Mount Helen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (804 reviews)
"Beautiful place with kind staff, lots of opportunities for kids to enjoy! Will come back again!"
Australia
Alireza
The price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Sovereign Park Motor Inn
A neatly made bed with white bedding and striped pillows, a bedside lamp, and a chair in a hotel room.

17. Central City Motor Inn

Central City Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Bakery Hill, 7.4 km from Mount Helen
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (507 reviews)
"Very good experience, will book again."
Australia
Annatta
The price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Central City Motor Inn
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, 7.5 km from Mount Helen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (567 reviews)
"TV, microwave and kettle/toaster nice. Lights for some reason had no covers on them, too bright to leave on without the covers. Ended up finding them in the cupboard, carpet was a little sticky. Room wasnt available until a little after 2. Parking was limited car park was all filled up when we arrived back to hotel no where to park. We ended up leaving at 1130 pm to go back home. Would be suitable for couples or singles only staying a little while. Didnt suit us a family."
Australia
Sophie
The price is NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
City Views Ballarat
A brick building with a reception area, columns, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

19. Quest Ballarat

Quest Ballarat
4.5 star property
Ballarat Central, 8 km from Mount Helen
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (800 reviews)
"Excellent service and accommodation"
Australia
Patricia
The price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Quest Ballarat
A modern entrance with a potted tree, a wooden door, and a clear view of the street outside.

20. The Menzies Ballarat

The Menzies Ballarat
4.0 star property
Bakery Hill, 7.6 km from Mount Helen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (453 reviews)
"The property was nice however there was rarely any staff at"
Australia
Justin
The price is NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
The Menzies Ballarat
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Compare popular hotels in Mount Helen

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.
Ballarat Suites
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View
A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with two pillows, two bedside tables with lamps, and a small rug.
Begonia City Motor Inn
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
356 reviews
View
A reception door with a sign indicating reception hours, a key return box, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
Victoriana Motor Inn
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
735 reviews
View
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
476 reviews
View
A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.
Quest Ballarat Station
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
615 reviews
View

Our guide on where to stay in Mount Helen

Find the best Mount Helen areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Mount Helen
Learn more about Mount Helen
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 Ballarat Town Hall and Her Majesty's Theatre.

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 horse-drawn carriage, and a sign for the Victoria Theatre.

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 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 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.

Top Mount Helen Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Mount Helen

Craig's Royal Hotel

Craig's Royal Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Central location walkable to dining zone and next door to City Hall and excellent tourism office. Grand historic building with museum quality decor, and lots of historic wall prints and memorabilia. Rooms comfortable, feel like you are back in the days when Mark Twain and royals came here to stay."
David 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Craig's Royal Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What are the best family hotels in Mount Helen?
For a highly-rated family hotel in Mount Helen, the Unique & Modern Farm Stay ~ Pool & Foosball ~ Yard is an excellent option.

This property, with an outstanding 9.8 rating, is well-suited for families. It features a secured yard, a kitchen for preparing meals, and a porch or lanai for relaxation. Children will particularly enjoy the outdoor play area and the foosball table, providing plenty of entertainment for everyone.
What are the top pet-friendly hotels in Mount Helen?
For a top pet-friendly hotel in Mount Helen, consider the Unique & Modern Farm Stay ~ Pool & Foosball ~ Yard.

This highly-rated accommodation, with an impressive 9.8 review score, welcomes pets, making it an ideal choice for travellers with animal companions. It features a fully equipped kitchen, providing convenience for self-catering. Families will appreciate the outdoor play area for children.
When is the best time to go to Mount Helen?
The best time to visit Mount Helen, Victoria, is during the spring (September to November) or autumn (March to May) months.

Spring offers pleasant temperatures, typically ranging from 10°C to 20°C, and the surrounding gardens and natural landscapes are in full bloom, making it ideal for outdoor activities like walking and exploring. You'll find the air crisp and the days generally sunny, great for enjoying the region's natural beauty without the heat of summer.

Autumn also provides mild weather, with temperatures similar to spring, often between 8°C and 18°C. The landscape transforms with beautiful autumnal colours, particularly in the nearby Macedon Ranges, which is a short drive away. This season is excellent for those who appreciate scenic drives and cooler, comfortable conditions for leisurely strolls.
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