10 Best Hotels & Accommodation Closest to St Patrick's Cathedral in Ballarat from NZ$162

A historic church with a pointed steeple and a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a street.

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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and large windows.

A wooden staircase with a handrail, a framed picture on the wall, and a stained glass window.

A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a chandelier.

A grey building with a black front door, a balcony, and a sign reading "Ballarat Premier Apartments."

1. Ballarat Premier Apartments

Ballarat Central, 0.1 km from St Patrick's Cathedral

natalka

NZ$249

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a laptop, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery and a building.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel with a spacious entrance, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.

2. Quest Ballarat Station

Soldiers Hill, 0.8 km from St Patrick's Cathedral

Anthony

NZ$269

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and bar stools.

A red brick building with a sign reading "Motel Reception & Entry Apartments."

A reception desk with a sign indicating reception hours from 7 AM to 9 PM.

A narrow kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

3. Lake Inn Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 1.3 km from St Patrick's Cathedral

michelle

NZ$248

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern building with a grey facade, a glass door, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

A hallway with a metal radiator, a bed with white bedding, and a carpeted floor.

A modern building with large sliding glass doors, a concrete patio, and a tree in the background.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a white countertop, and a sleek faucet.

4. East 34

Ballarat East, 1.6 km from St Patrick's Cathedral

Susan

NZ$644

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A large indoor swimming pool with blue tiles, lounge chairs, and a brick wall with a welcome sign.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a kitchenette.

A dining area with a fireplace, wooden panel walls, a table set with plates, cutlery, and glasses, and a chair with a leather seat.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, toaster, sink, and a small refrigerator.

5. Sovereign Park Motor Inn

Golden Point (Ballarat), 1.7 km from St Patrick's Cathedral

Alireza

NZ$298

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A modern living room with a large L-shaped sofa, a flat-screen TV on a stand, wooden flooring, and a ceiling fan.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, stainless steel appliances, and wooden flooring.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

6. Ballarat Suites

Golden Point (Ballarat), 2.2 km from St Patrick's Cathedral

Robert

NZ$227

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A kitchen with a brick wall, a potted plant, a laptop, and a display case with pastries.

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a small table with a vase, a cabinet, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a blue herringbone backsplash, and a wooden countertop. There is a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a hallway leading to another room.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a blue patterned backsplash, and a round wooden dining table with chairs.

7. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

Ballarat Central, 0.6 km from St Patrick's Cathedral

Frances

NZ$206

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A lobby with a leather sofa, a wooden table with fruit, and a chandelier.

A grand staircase with ornate wooden balusters, a stained glass window above, and a red curtain at the bottom.

A bar area with a wooden bar counter, bar stools, and a large mirror. There are bottles and glasses on the counter, and a potted plant is visible.

A grand lobby with ornate chandeliers, a patterned carpet, and a staircase.

8. Craig's Royal Hotel

Ballarat Central, 0.4 km from St Patrick's Cathedral

Marissa

NZ$187

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a white fence and large windows.

A neatly made bed with a white and light blue quilt, a grey upholstered headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a counter with flowers, and a view of the outside through a window.

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a green lawn.

9. Oscar's Hotel

Ballarat Central, 0.2 km from St Patrick's Cathedral

Kane

NZ$205

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A neatly made bed with white bedding and striped pillows, a bedside lamp, and a chair in a hotel room.

A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink, and a mirror above the sink.

A waterfront property with a dock, a boat, and a building with a white roof.

A Motor Inn building with a balcony, a sign indicating a vacancy, and a pool area.

10. Central City Motor Inn

Bakery Hill, 1.2 km from St Patrick's Cathedral

Annatta

NZ$162

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A modern cafe with a glass front display case, outdoor seating, and a visible street view.

A grand hallway with a tiled floor, a chandelier, and a staircase with a wooden railing.

A lobby with a reception desk, a potted plant, a patterned rug, and a staircase.

A bar area with stools, a counter, and a brick wall.

11. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 0.4 km from St Patrick's Cathedral

Matthew

NZ$266

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A brick building with a reception area, columns, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and an oven. There is a dining table with two chairs and a vase with flowers.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a chair, a TV, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a kitchen in the background.

12. Quest Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 0.2 km from St Patrick's Cathedral

Leanne

NZ$253

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A Victorian-style house with a prominent front porch, a brick facade, and a metal roof.

A two-story house with a covered porch, large windows, and a visible chimney.

A modern hotel room with two single beds, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

13. Seymours on Lydiard

Soldiers Hill, 0.9 km from St Patrick's Cathedral

Simon

NZ$186

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A two-story building with a gabled roof and a covered porch.

A cozy living room with a brick fireplace, a comfortable sofa, a patterned rug, and a large window with blinds.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large window, and a view of the outdoor area.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

14. Sovereign Hill Hotel

Golden Point (Ballarat), 2 km from St Patrick's Cathedral

Tania

NZ$195

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern entrance with a potted tree, a wooden door, and a clear view of the street outside.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, two framed pictures on the wall, a door with a sign, and a window with curtains.

A modern building with a flat roof, a balcony, and a car parked in front.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, sink, and dishwasher. There is a small stool and a window with a view of the outside.

15. The Menzies Ballarat

Bakery Hill, 1.1 km from St Patrick's Cathedral

Justin

NZ$172

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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.

A compact living space with a sofa, a desk, a television, and an air conditioning unit.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A brick building with a sign for Comfort Inn & Suites, featuring a blue awning and a clear blue sky.

16. City Views Ballarat

Bakery Hill, 1 km from St Patrick's Cathedral

"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."

Sophie

NZ$172

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A wooden deck with a patio umbrella, a white fence, and a view of greenery through large windows.

A woman walking on a curved pathway surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A building with a brick facade, a sign for 'Billy's Distilled Bar', and a 'Mercure' sign.

A reception desk with a marble top, two vases with flowers, a small globe, and a sign reading 'AURA'.

17. Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

Golden Point (Ballarat), 2.4 km from St Patrick's Cathedral

Lynda

NZ$247

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern outdoor dining area with a wooden deck, a table with chairs, and a view of the kitchen and living space through a glass door.

A modern kitchen with light-colored cabinets, a built-in microwave, a dishwasher, and a stove.

A modern interior with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, a dining table with chairs, wooden beams on the ceiling, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a small table, a remote control, and a window with a view of trees.

18. Eureka Stockade Holiday Park

Ballarat East, 2.9 km from St Patrick's Cathedral

Brendan

NZ$240

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

19. Sovereign Views Apartments

Golden Point (Ballarat), 2.1 km from St Patrick's Cathedral

Anonymous traveller

NZ$183

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A playground with slides and a wooden fence.

A park with a playground, a pool, and covered seating areas.

A flat-screen TV displaying a Netflix interface with 'Frankenstein's Monster, Frankenstein' and 'Stranger Things' visible. A remote control is on a stand in front of the TV.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and a chair.

20. Eureka Lodge Motel

Ballarat East, 2.9 km from St Patrick's Cathedral

Rhonda

NZ$182

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

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Ballarat Premier Apartments	9.8 Exceptional 475 reviews	View
Quest Ballarat Station	9.6 Exceptional 609 reviews	View
Lake Inn Ballarat	9.4 Exceptional 860 reviews	View
East 34	9.8 Exceptional 9 reviews	View
Sovereign Park Motor Inn	9.4 Exceptional 802 reviews	View

Top St Patrick's Cathedral Hotel Reviews

Quest Ballarat Station

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing stay, great service and spotless room. Will book again"

The Provincial Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

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Barkly Motorlodge

8/10 Good

"easy accessibility, clean and well presented. Friendly welcome"

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic 😍"

Craig's Royal Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay with friendy staff in a great location."

Seymours on Lydiard

10/10 Excellent

"A fantastic room, clean, cozy and warm. Free laundry too. Very much appreciated."

Bakery Hill Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Manager was super helpful with our two bikes. He took them to the storeroom every night and brought them out each morning. Really polite and helpful."

The Menzies Ballarat

8/10 Good

"The staff were great to deal with and able to extend our stay the day before we arrived. The location was good with easy access and safe parking The room was spacious with a comfortable clean bed and large fridge freezer. The bathroom was also spacious with a roomy shower with abundant hot water and pressure. The fittings in the bathroom were shonky with the roll holder falling off along with a towel rail, these could be easily fixed. We would stay again."

Sovereign Hill Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Basic room but fun for all families"

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A historic building with a clock tower, a statue in front, and a flagpole with flags.

Ballarat Town Hall

8.6/10 (79 reviews)

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A gallery with large landscape paintings, a statue, and wooden furniture.

Art Gallery of Ballarat

9.2/10 (263 reviews)

Follow the history of Australian art from colonial to contemporary when you peruse the collection of Australia’s biggest and oldest regional art gallery.

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A historical town with wooden buildings, a fenced mining area, and a clear blue sky.

Sovereign Hill

9.2/10 (820 reviews)

Strike gold at this open-air museum, which tells the story of Ballarat’s first decade as a gold rush town with recreated buildings, goldmine tours and workshops.

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

Lake Wendouree

9.2/10 (1,041 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Wendouree during your travels in Ballarat. Amble around the area's lakeside or experience its museums.

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Her Majesty's Theatre

9.0/10 (50 reviews)

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Gold Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Gold Museum in Ballarat. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Lake Esmond

10.0/10 (1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Esmond during your travels in Ballarat. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

9.4/10 (33 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around St Patrick's Cathedral?

St Patrick's Cathedral is located in an area of Ballarat known for its interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 59 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near St Patrick's Cathedral?

Adjacent to St Patrick's Cathedral, Craig's Royal Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include Mid City Ballarat and Quest Ballarat Station.

How many hotels will I find near St Patrick's Cathedral?

Expedia has 59 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from St Patrick's Cathedral.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near St Patrick's Cathedral, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near St Patrick's Cathedral.

What can I see and do near St Patrick's Cathedral?

Sovereign Hill, Eureka Centre and Ballarat Tramway Museum feature captivating exhibits. Her Majesty's Theatre, Eureka Hall and Australian Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial are landmarks that you won't want to miss. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Lake Esmond Botanical Garden, Howitt Street Trig Station Natural Features Reserve or Ballarat North Bushland Reserve.

How can I get to St Patrick's Cathedral?

If you want to explore the larger area, hop on a train at Ballarat Station. There might not be many public transport stops close to St Patrick's Cathedral so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

Top Hotels Near St Patrick's Cathedral in Ballarat from NZ$162

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Our top choices for St Patrick's Cathedral hotels

1. Ballarat Premier Apartments

2. Quest Ballarat Station

3. Lake Inn Ballarat

4. East 34

5. Sovereign Park Motor Inn

6. Ballarat Suites

7. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

8. Craig's Royal Hotel

9. Oscar's Hotel

10. Central City Motor Inn

11. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

12. Quest Ballarat

13. Seymours on Lydiard

14. Sovereign Hill Hotel

15. The Menzies Ballarat

16. City Views Ballarat

17. Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

18. Eureka Stockade Holiday Park

19. Sovereign Views Apartments

20. Eureka Lodge Motel

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Top St Patrick's Cathedral Hotel Reviews

Quest Ballarat Station

The Provincial Boutique Hotel

Barkly Motorlodge

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

Craig's Royal Hotel

Seymours on Lydiard

Bakery Hill Motel

The Menzies Ballarat

Sovereign Hill Hotel

Other attractions near St Patrick's Cathedral

Ballarat Town Hall

Art Gallery of Ballarat

Sovereign Hill

Lake Wendouree

Her Majesty's Theatre

Gold Museum

Lake Esmond

Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

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