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A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with two pillows, two bedside tables with lamps, and a small rug.

1. Begonia City Motor Inn

Begonia City Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Sebastopol, 6.4 km from Smythes Creek
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (355 reviews)
"Great location, clean and friendly staff would highly recommend."
Australia
Emily
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Begonia City Motor Inn
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

2. Avenue Motel

Avenue Motel
2.5 star property
Alfredton, 6.7 km from Smythes Creek
7.4 out of 10, Good, (640 reviews)
"Clean room, courteous staff, parking OK, quiet surrounds, convenient location"
Australia
Susan
The price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Avenue Motel
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and brick walls.

3. Bell Tower Inn

Bell Tower Inn
3.5 star property
Alfredton, 6.8 km from Smythes Creek
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (826 reviews)
"Lovely clean pet friendly accomodation close to everything. Recommend"
Australia
Kelly
The price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Bell Tower Inn
A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a small table, and a mirror. There is a door leading to another room and a window with curtains.

4. Alfred Motor Inn

Alfred Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Alfredton, 6.8 km from Smythes Creek
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (438 reviews)
"Very good , clean and quite place"
Australia
Ra'ed
The price is AU$119
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Alfred Motor Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a brick wall, a painting, a mirror, and a kitchenette.

5. Peppinella Motel

Peppinella Motel
3.0 star property
Delacombe, 4.7 km from Smythes Creek
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (260 reviews)
"Clean room, staff nice. "
Australia
Jonathan
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Peppinella Motel
An outdoor café with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a brick building in the background.

6. Ambassador Motor Inn Ballarat

Ambassador Motor Inn Ballarat
3.5 star property
Alfredton, 6.7 km from Smythes Creek
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (538 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 AU$140
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Ambassador Motor Inn Ballarat
A room with a large vertical garden wall, a staircase, and a patterned carpet.

7. Mid City Ballarat

Mid City Ballarat
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 9 km from Smythes Creek
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was clean and a nice big size. Staff were very nice and helpful. Not many choices at the buffet breakfast. Plenty of on site parking. Nice central location for Ballarat CBD"
Australia
Stuart
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Mid City Ballarat
A restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and bar stools.

8. Lake Inn Ballarat

Lake Inn Ballarat
4.5 star property
Ballarat Central, 8.1 km from Smythes Creek
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (861 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 AU$207
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Lake Inn Ballarat
A reception door with a sign indicating reception hours, a key return box, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

9. Victoriana Motor Inn

Victoriana Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Ballarat East, 11.7 km from Smythes Creek
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (733 reviews)
"Clean tidy warm and Comfortable"
Australia
Matthew
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Victoriana Motor Inn
Garden

10. Sovereign Views Apartments

Sovereign Views Apartments
3.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 9.5 km from Smythes Creek
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (212 reviews)
"Good location, everything I needed. I stayed in a studio near the lifts and it felt a little bit like living in a fish bowl - open for all to see but once I got over that it was fine. Very good value."
Australia
Anonymous traveller
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Sovereign Views Apartments
A modern kitchen with a white refrigerator, wooden cabinets, a sink, and a microwave.

11. Ballarat Motel

Ballarat Motel
2.0 star property
Canadian, 9.1 km from Smythes Creek
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"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 AU$145
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Ballarat Motel
A two-story building with a gabled roof and a covered porch.

12. Sovereign Hill Hotel

Sovereign Hill Hotel
3.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 8.9 km from Smythes Creek
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (730 reviews)
"So clean and such a pretty accommodation place."
Australia
Tania
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Sovereign Hill Hotel
A wooden deck with a patio umbrella, a white fence, and a view of greenery through large windows.

13. Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
4.0 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 9.2 km from Smythes Creek
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Fantastic 😍"
United States
Lynda
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
A modern entrance with a potted tree, a wooden door, and a clear view of the street outside.

14. The Menzies Ballarat

The Menzies Ballarat
4.0 star property
Bakery Hill, 9.8 km from Smythes Creek
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (453 reviews)
"The property was nice however there was rarely any staff at"
Australia
Justin
The price is AU$126
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The Menzies Ballarat
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

15. Ballarat Suites

Ballarat Suites
4.0 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 9.3 km from Smythes Creek
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent room very clean , huge shower , great position "
Australia
Robert
The price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Ballarat Suites
A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.

16. Quest Ballarat Station

Quest Ballarat Station
4.0 star property
Soldiers Hill, 9.6 km from Smythes Creek
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (611 reviews)
"Great location, easy parking and very clean rooms."
Australia
Anthony
The price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Quest Ballarat Station
A lobby with a leather sofa, a wooden table with fruit, and a chandelier.

17. Craig's Royal Hotel

Craig's Royal Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 9.1 km from Smythes Creek
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (798 reviews)
"Very unique building and rooms, rooms with character. Beautiful building and very convenient location"
Australia
Marissa
The price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Craig's Royal Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

18. Bakery Hill Motel

Bakery Hill Motel
3.5 star property
Bakery Hill, 9.7 km from Smythes Creek
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (836 reviews)
"Good reasonably central location and clean well appointed rooms with comfortable beds."
Australia
Lindy
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Bakery Hill Motel
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a white fence and large windows.

19. Oscar's Hotel

Oscar's Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 8.8 km from Smythes Creek
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (581 reviews)
"Great location, staff helpful and food delicious. Would happily stay again."
Australia
Kane
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Oscar's Hotel
An indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling and brick walls, surrounded by windows and seating areas.

20. Main Lead Ballarat Motel

Main Lead Ballarat Motel
3.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 9.7 km from Smythes Creek
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (460 reviews)
"Loved our stay was amazing. Unfortunately there was a lot of loud banging in the night that woke us up but other then that was wonderful"
Australia
Shantel
The price is AU$103
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Main Lead Ballarat Motel
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Our guide on where to stay in Smythes Creek

Find the best Smythes Creek areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with ornate architecture, a clock tower, and a street with illuminated signs.

Ballarat Central

While visiting Ballarat Central, you might make a stop by sights like Ballarat Town Hall and Her Majesty's Theatre.

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

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 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 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.

Top Smythes Creek Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Smythes Creek

Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments

Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Great location. Gardens and rooms well maintained."
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Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Smythes Creek?
The best time to visit Smythes Creek is during the warmer months, from November to March, when the weather is generally pleasant and ideal for outdoor activities.

During this period, you can expect long, sunny days with average temperatures ranging from 20°C to 26°C. This makes it superb for exploring the natural beauty of the region, such as the nearby Smythesdale Historic Park or enjoying a picnic by Smythes Creek itself. Couples looking for a relaxing getaway will appreciate the opportunity to stroll through the local vineyards or enjoy outdoor dining without the chill of winter.

For those interested in local events, the summer months often feature community markets and festivals in Smythesdale, just a short drive from Smythes Creek. These events offer a chance to experience local produce and crafts.
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