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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, (788 reviews)
"Very unique building and rooms, rooms with character. Beautiful building and very convenient location"
Australia
Marissa
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Craig's Royal Hotel
A room with a large vertical garden wall, a staircase, and a patterned carpet.

2. Mid City Ballarat

Mid City Ballarat
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice hospitality"
Australia
cleudeny Diek
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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, (794 reviews)
"Lovely staff, very accommodating and friendly. Room was great and perfect location."
Australia
Leanne
The price is AU$213
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Quest Ballarat
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a white fence and large windows.

4. Oscar's Hotel

Oscar's Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (580 reviews)
"Great location, staff helpful and food delicious. Would happily stay again."
Australia
Kane
The price is AU$179
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Oscar's Hotel
A long corridor with large windows and a view of the rooftop.

5. Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard

Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (296 reviews)
"Fantastic - will stay again."
Australia
Jason
The price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard
A kitchen with a brick wall, a potted plant, a laptop, and a display case with pastries.

6. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

The Provincial Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,028 reviews)
"The hotel was decorated beautifully. The staff were friendly. The dining room was also decorated beautifully and the food was delicious. I would stay there again and recommend this hotel to other guests."
Australia
Renee
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
The Provincial Boutique Hotel
A restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and bar stools.

7. Lake Inn Ballarat

Lake Inn Ballarat
4.5 star property
Ballarat Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (853 reviews)
"Large comfortable rooms, very clean"
Australia
Donna
The price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Lake Inn Ballarat
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, (474 reviews)
"Fabulous 2 bedroom apartment in a central position, close to the city centre. Easy check in, very clean apartment with super comfy.beds. Was perfect for our one night stay."
Australia
natalka
The price is AU$225
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Ballarat Premier Apartments
A modern cafe with a glass front display case, outdoor seating, and a visible street view.

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, (361 reviews)
"Love this hotel and the location. Great food around and plenty of drinks!"
Australia
Matthew
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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, (605 reviews)
"Great location, easy parking and very clean rooms."
Australia
Anthony
The price is AU$213
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Quest Ballarat Station
A Victorian-style house with a prominent front porch, a brick facade, and a metal roof.

11. Seymours on Lydiard

Seymours on Lydiard
4.0 star property
Soldiers Hill, 1.1 km from Ballarat Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (577 reviews)
"Parking available, room was clean and close to sovereign hill and wildlife park. Pub next door was excellent"
Australia
Julie
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Seymours on Lydiard
A modern entrance with a potted tree, a wooden door, and a clear view of the street outside.

12. The Menzies Ballarat

The Menzies Ballarat
4.0 star property
Bakery Hill, 1.4 km from Ballarat Central
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (447 reviews)
"Good place to stay for one night but not the best"
Australia
Gabriel
The price is AU$111
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Menzies Ballarat
A neatly made bed with white bedding and striped pillows, a bedside lamp, and a chair in a hotel room.

13. 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, (502 reviews)
"Very good experience, will book again."
Australia
Annatta
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Central City Motor Inn
A large indoor swimming pool with blue tiles, lounge chairs, and a brick wall with a welcome sign.

14. 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, (802 reviews)
"Beautiful place with kind staff, lots of opportunities for kids to enjoy! Will come back again!"
Australia
Alireza
The price is AU$234
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Sovereign Park Motor Inn
A hotel entrance with a glass ceiling, steps leading up to the door, and potted plants on either side.

15. Barkly Motorlodge

Barkly Motorlodge
3.0 star property
Bakery Hill, 1.5 km from Ballarat Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (733 reviews)
"location of hotel was conveniant.. Room was clean,,,,Was okay for my stay...A no frills kinda place"
Australia
Giuseppe
The price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Barkly Motorlodge
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

16. 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)
"Excellent room very clean , huge shower , great position "
Australia
Robert
The price is AU$179
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Ballarat Suites
A two-story building with a gabled roof and a covered porch.

17. Sovereign Hill Hotel

Sovereign Hill Hotel
3.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 2.1 km from Ballarat Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (720 reviews)
"Comfortable nice"
Australia
Simone
The price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Sovereign Hill Hotel
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, (1,000 reviews)
"Fantastic property, bed was really good and room was exactly what we needed"
Australia
Patricia
The price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

19. Bakery Hill Motel

Bakery Hill Motel
3.5 star property
Bakery Hill, 1.4 km from Ballarat Central
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (834 reviews)
"Good reasonably central location and clean well appointed rooms with comfortable beds."
Australia
Lindy
The price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Bakery Hill 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.

20. City Views Ballarat

City Views Ballarat
2.5 star property
Bakery Hill, 1.3 km from Ballarat Central
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (565 reviews)
"Property was not overly clean. Check in was difficult, email should have been sent to outline the contactless check-in. Motel tried to call me but it wouldn't go through as we were in a no cell zone."
Canada
Kate
The price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
City Views 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 brick building with a reception area, columns, and a pathway leading to the entrance.
Quest Ballarat
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
794 reviews
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A long corridor with large windows and a view of the rooftop.
Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
296 reviews
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A lobby with a leather sofa, a wooden table with fruit, and a chandelier.
Craig's Royal Hotel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
788 reviews
View
A room with a large vertical garden wall, a staircase, and a patterned carpet.
Mid City Ballarat
4.0 star property
8.0
Very good
1,000 reviews
View
A modern cafe with a glass front display case, outdoor seating, and a visible street view.
Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
361 reviews
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Our guide on where to stay in Ballarat Central

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

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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.

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Ballarat East

Visitors to Ballarat East enjoy its spas, and if you want to do some exploring, Eureka Hall is worth a stop.

Wendouree

While visiting Wendouree, you might make a stop by sights like Eureka Stadium and Flax Mill Swamp Wildlife Reserve.

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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 Lake Wendouree and Ballarat Botanical Gardens, a few notable attractions nearby.

Top Ballarat Central Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Ballarat Central

Lake Inn Ballarat

Lake Inn Ballarat

10/10 Excellent
"Easy check in and out. Reception was very friendly. Room is very comfy and parking good. For some reason water was warm but not hot both days."
Tracy 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Lake Inn Ballarat

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 Quest Ballarat.
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.