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Our top choices for Ballarat Central hotels

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

1. Craig's Royal Hotel

Craig's Royal Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (802 reviews)
"Beautifully updated 1857 property. Decor and meals perfect. Probably the best hotel we have stayed in."
Australia
Judy
The price is S$139
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Craig's Royal Hotel
A reception area with a staircase, a reception desk, and a view of a green wall with plants.

2. Mid City Ballarat

Mid City Ballarat
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff and owners really make this a great stay...."
Australia
Stuart
The price is S$130
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Mid City Ballarat
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, (803 reviews)
"Excellent service and accommodation"
Australia
Patricia
The price is S$180
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Quest Ballarat
A neatly made bed with a white and light blue quilt, a grey upholstered headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

4. Oscar's Hotel

Oscar's Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (581 reviews)
"Great location, staff helpful and food delicious. Would happily stay again."
Australia
Kane
The price is S$147
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Oscar's Hotel
A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a small table with a vase, a cabinet, and a window with curtains.

5. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

The Provincial Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,041 reviews)
"Very quiet and clean. Staff were very helpful and the hotel was in close proximity to town."
Australia
Frances
The price is S$156
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Provincial Boutique Hotel
A historic building with a central atrium and a street in front.

6. Lake Inn Ballarat

Lake Inn Ballarat
4.5 star property
Ballarat Central
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 S$178
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Lake Inn Ballarat
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a desk with a chair, and a chandelier.

7. Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard

Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (299 reviews)
"Fantastic - will stay again."
Australia
Jason
The price is S$153
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard
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, (476 reviews)
"Excellent location and property"
Australia
Heather
The price is S$187
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Ballarat Premier Apartments
A covered terrace with wicker furniture, ornate railings, and a view of historic buildings.

9. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (363 reviews)
"Love this hotel and the location. Great food around and plenty of drinks!"
Australia
Matthew
The price is S$191
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat
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, (618 reviews)
"Amazing stay"
Australia
Aaron
The price is S$174
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Quest Ballarat Station
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

11. 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)
"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 S$167
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Ballarat Suites
A large indoor swimming pool with blue tiles, lounge chairs, and a brick wall with a welcome sign.

12. Sovereign Park Motor Inn

Sovereign Park Motor Inn
4.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 1.9 km from Ballarat Central
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 S$148
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Sovereign Park Motor Inn
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a glass shower, and a view of the outdoors.

13. Ballarat Motel

Ballarat Motel
2.0 star property
Canadian, 2.8 km from Ballarat Central
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 S$128
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Ballarat Motel
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.

14. City Views Ballarat

City Views Ballarat
2.5 star property
Bakery Hill, 1.3 km from Ballarat Central
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 S$107
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
City Views Ballarat
A room with a desk, chair, television, and a door leading outside.

15. Victoriana Motor Inn

Victoriana Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Ballarat East, 3.4 km from Ballarat Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (737 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 S$114
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Victoriana Motor Inn
A modern entrance with a potted tree, a wooden door, and a clear view of the street outside.

16. The Menzies Ballarat

The Menzies Ballarat
4.0 star property
Bakery Hill, 1.4 km from Ballarat Central
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (454 reviews)
"The property was nice however there was rarely any staff at"
Australia
Justin
The price is S$128
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Menzies Ballarat
A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with two pillows, two bedside tables with lamps, and a small rug.

17. 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, (356 reviews)
"Great location, clean and friendly staff would highly recommend."
Australia
Emily
The price is S$107
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Begonia City Motor Inn
A wooden deck with a patio umbrella, a white fence, and a view of greenery through large windows.

18. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Fantastic 😍"
United States
Lynda
The price is S$151
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
A neatly made bed with white bedding and striped pillows, a bedside lamp, and a chair in a hotel room.

19. 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, (507 reviews)
"Very good experience, will book again."
Australia
Annatta
The price is S$122
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Central City Motor Inn
A brick building with a red roof, surrounded by a garden with various flowering plants and shrubs.

20. Ambassador Motor Inn Ballarat

Ambassador Motor Inn Ballarat
3.5 star property
Alfredton, 4.1 km from Ballarat Central
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (540 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful and hospitable being a cold and wet day apon arrival staff already had the heating on in our room. The room was very clean and comfortable"
Australia
Kay
The price is S$113
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Ambassador Motor Inn Ballarat
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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
476 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
803 reviews
View
A historic building with a central atrium and a street in front.
Lake Inn Ballarat
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
865 reviews
View
A neatly made bed with a white and light blue quilt, a grey upholstered headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.
Oscar's Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
581 reviews
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A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a small table with a vase, a cabinet, and a window with curtains.
The Provincial Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,041 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families in Ballarat Central

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

Craig's Royal Hotel

Craig's Royal Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (802)
The price is S$139
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Craig's Royal Hotel

Where to stay in Ballarat Central

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

A rural landscape with rolling hills, scattered trees, and a few buildings.
Photo by Jade Craven
Open Photo by Jade Craven

Buninyong

If you're spending some time in Buninyong, Buninyong H21 Bushland Reserve and Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Top Ballarat Central Hotel Reviews

RACV Goldfields Resort

RACV Goldfields Resort

10/10 Excellent
"kind staffs"
youn 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
RACV Goldfields Resort

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.