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

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a desk with a laptop, a chair, and a small table with a lamp.

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.

1. Quest Ballarat Station

Soldiers Hill, 2.3 km from Lake Esmond

Anthony

S$174

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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."

A hallway with a table featuring a lamp, a vase with flowers, and a fruit bowl.

2. Ballarat Premier Apartments

Ballarat Central, 2.4 km from Lake Esmond

natalka

S$179

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A reception door with a sign indicating reception hours, a key return box, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A hotel room with a dining area, a television, and a desk.

A residential area with a house, a driveway, and a garden with blooming flowers.

A room with a desk, chair, television, and a door leading outside.

3. Victoriana Motor Inn

Ballarat East, 2.2 km from Lake Esmond

Matthew

S$111

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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

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

A brick building with a sign for 'Ballerat Suites' and 'Motor Inn.'

4. Ballarat Suites

Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.5 km from Lake Esmond

Robert

S$168

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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), 0.7 km from Lake Esmond

Alireza

S$215

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 patterned backsplash, and a round wooden dining table with chairs.

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.

6. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

Ballarat Central, 2.2 km from Lake Esmond

Frances

S$153

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A building with a sign reading "OSCAR'S" on the front.

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

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

7. Oscar's Hotel

Ballarat Central, 2.1 km from Lake Esmond

Kane

S$148

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A covered terrace with wicker furniture, ornate railings, and a view of historic buildings.

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

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

8. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 2.1 km from Lake Esmond

Matthew

S$157

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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

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.

9. Central City Motor Inn

Bakery Hill, 1.4 km from Lake Esmond

Annatta

S$133

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A single-story building with a covered porch and a patio area.

A room with a bed, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a window with blinds.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a brick pathway.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in stove, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

10. NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.3 km from Lake Esmond

Richard

S$140

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a small workspace with a laptop and a lamp.

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 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.

11. Quest Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 2.4 km from Lake Esmond

Leanne

S$183

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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

12. Craig's Royal Hotel

Ballarat Central, 1.9 km from Lake Esmond

Marissa

S$133

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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, 2.5 km from Lake Esmond

Simon

S$141

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 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 modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

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

14. Sovereign Hill Hotel

Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.9 km from Lake Esmond

Tania

S$143

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 compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, sink, and dishwasher. There is a small stool and a window with a view of the 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 wooden staircase with a handrail leading to a second floor. There is a small table and a blue sofa on the lower level.

15. The Menzies Ballarat

Bakery Hill, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond

Justin

S$123

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 Comfort Inn & Suites sign, a street with cars, and a clear blue sky.

16. City Views Ballarat

Bakery Hill, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond

"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

S$112

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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), 0.7 km from Lake Esmond

Lynda

S$151

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A long corridor with large windows and a view of the rooftop.

An outdoor terrace with a covered seating area, including tables and chairs, and a glass railing.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a chandelier.

A grand staircase with a chandelier, a wooden floor, and a table with a floral arrangement.

18. Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard

Ballarat Central, 2 km from Lake Esmond

Jason

S$153

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 interior with a dining area, sofa, and a balcony with a view.

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.

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.

19. Eureka Stockade Holiday Park

Ballarat East, 1.7 km from Lake Esmond

Brendan

S$180

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A playground with slides and a wooden fence.

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.

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

20. Eureka Lodge Motel

Ballarat East, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond

Rhonda

S$133

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Esmond

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quest Ballarat Station	9.6 Exceptional 609 reviews	View
Ballarat Premier Apartments	9.8 Exceptional 475 reviews	View
Victoriana Motor Inn	9.4 Exceptional 733 reviews	View
Ballarat Suites	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Sovereign Park Motor Inn	9.4 Exceptional 802 reviews	View

Top Lake Esmond 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."

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."

City Views Ballarat

10/10 Excellent

"Spacious. Easy with a family. Very close to everything (most is walking distance)."

Quest Ballarat

10/10 Excellent

"Great apartment and great location!"

Ballarat Suites

8/10 Good

"Good hotel, comfy beds, quiet, well placed"

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

Ballarat Town Hall

8.6/10 (79 reviews)

Ballarat Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Ballarat, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the gardens or experience the area's art scene.

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Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

9.4/10 (33 reviews)

After visiting Lake Esmond Botanical Garden, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ballarat. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

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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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Eureka Centre

8.8/10 (125 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Eureka Centre, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Ballarat. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

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Eureka Hall

6.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Ballarat when you take a trip to Eureka Hall. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

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Ballarat Wildlife Park

9.2/10 (117 reviews)

Explore the campus of Ballarat Wildlife Park during your travels in Ballarat. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

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Her Majesty's Theatre

9.0/10 (50 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Her Majesty's Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Ballarat. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's art scene.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Esmond?

Lake Esmond is located in Ballarat. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 47 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Lake Esmond?

Adjacent to Lake Esmond, NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices close by include Sovereign Hill Hotel and Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Lake Esmond?

Expedia has 47 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Lake Esmond.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Esmond, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Lake Esmond.

What can I see and do near Lake Esmond?

Sovereign Hill, Eureka Centre and Ballarat Tramway Museum feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Her Majesty's Theatre, Kryal Castle and Eureka Hall are must-sees while exploring the area. Enjoy the outdoors at Lake Esmond Botanical Garden, Howitt Street Trig Station Natural Features Reserve or Ballarat North Bushland Reserve.

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Our top choices for Lake Esmond hotels

1. Quest Ballarat Station

2. Ballarat Premier Apartments

3. Victoriana Motor Inn

4. Ballarat Suites

5. Sovereign Park Motor Inn

6. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

7. Oscar's Hotel

8. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

9. Central City Motor Inn

10. NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

11. Quest Ballarat

12. Craig's Royal Hotel

13. Seymours on Lydiard

14. Sovereign Hill Hotel

15. The Menzies Ballarat

16. City Views Ballarat

17. Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

18. Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard

19. Eureka Stockade Holiday Park

20. Eureka Lodge Motel

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Top Lake Esmond Hotel Reviews

Quest Ballarat Station

The Provincial Boutique Hotel

Barkly Motorlodge

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

Craig's Royal Hotel

Bakery Hill Motel

City Views Ballarat

Quest Ballarat

Ballarat Suites

Other attractions near Lake Esmond

Sovereign Hill

Ballarat Town Hall

Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Gold Museum

Eureka Centre

Eureka Hall

Ballarat Wildlife Park

Her Majesty's Theatre

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