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Lake Inn Ballarat

4.5 star property
Travelers find a home-like retreat at Lake Inn Ballarat with attentive staff, made-to-order breakfasts, and a relaxing bar.

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Just steps from Lake Wendouree, this welcoming property offers practical comforts like laundry facilities, in-room WiFi, and free self parking. Visitors praise the helpful staff, while the on-site restaurant and cozy bar provide convenient dining options.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is AU$249
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb

Room options

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Twin Room

Executive Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

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King Spa Room

King Spa Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
Jetted bath
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Double Room

Executive Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Located in Ballarat, Lake Inn Ballarat is in the city centre. Lake Wendouree and Art Gallery of Ballarat are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Ballarat travel guide
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1317 Mair Street, Ballarat, VIC, 3350

What's nearby

  • Stunning sunsets on Lake Wendouree
    Lake Wendouree
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ballarat showing night scenes and heritage architecture
    Ballarat Town Hall
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Ballarat Fine Art Gallery which includes interior views as well as a small group of people
    Art Gallery of Ballarat
    2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Ballarat Base Hospital
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St John of God Hospital Ballarat
    8 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Ballarat Station
    3 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL)
    80 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    12 min walk
  • The Cheesecake Shop
    6 min walk
  • The Boat Shed
    9 min walk
  • Lake View Hotel
    9 min walk
  • Golden Nugget Bakery
    7 min walk

About this property

Lake Inn Ballarat

Motel near Lake Wendouree
Located close to Ballarat Base Hospital and St John of God Hospital Ballarat, Lake Inn Ballarat provides laundry facilities, a bar and conference space. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a restaurant.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and express check-out
  • Express check-in, laundry services and a nature reserve
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Lake Inn Ballarat boast perks, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and minibars. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • HDTVs with cable channels
  • Separate sitting areas, fridges and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: AUD 25 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • 538 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 6:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately AUD 25 for adults and from AUD 25 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Best Western Lake Ballarat
Lake Inn Ballarat Victoria
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Lake Ballarat
Lake Inn Ballarat, Victoria
Lake Inn Ballarat Motel
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Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Inn Ballarat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake Inn Ballarat?

As of 21 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Inn Ballarat on 2 Feb 2026 start from AU$248.6, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Lake Inn Ballarat?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Inn Ballarat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Inn Ballarat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Inn Ballarat located?

Located in Ballarat Central, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Wendouree, Ballarat Base Hospital and St John of God Hospital Ballarat. Art Gallery of Ballarat is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away. Ballarat Station is 22 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Lake Inn Ballarat Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 576 out of 836 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 225 out of 836 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 836 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 836 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 836 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, accommodating staff, spacious and convenient.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The accommodation hotel is separate to the licensed hotel/restaurant next door but there’s a connecting door and the restaurant is a good option.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy location for short stay, clean tidy and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay with large rooms which had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mardi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location very helpful staff. amazing Hotel in the building with lovely food.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, neat, great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds, good size room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a quality motel in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely super helpful staff at reception. Enjoyable stay would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay, perfect location for our event.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Rosie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good place to stay. Roomy for a one room stay with three people. No sink in kitchen so hard to clean up dishes but overall all good. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location great pub attached with great food
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

gaileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, comfortable and lovely rooms in a fantastic central location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good amenities and location, will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent position. Close to the lake. Very walkable to everything. Lovely comfortable rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable and clean. A bit dated but all in good order
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ACDC Welding

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was so lovely quiet very clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the pub is great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in experience was excellent and received some great advice re dining options in the area. A beautiful part of Ballarat with Lake Wendouree only a block away. We look forward to staying again when next in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Friendly staff at check in. Property clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Narelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy place to stay, really large room, and great to have a set of cutlery, cups, bowls and plates.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to the hospital
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place close to the city centre
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a beautiful looking hotel accommodation. Quiet & comfortable. Large, clean room. Definitely will be back to stay should ever back in Ballarat
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sensational accommodation for the price. Lovely and quiet, extremely clean and very central. This will be my go-to any time I need to stay in Ballarat
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025