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Craig's Royal Hotel

Craig's Royal Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (768 reviews)
"The most mind blowing Hotel to stay rich in culture and history....better than the Waldorf Astoria in New York at a bargain price!"
Australia
Mark
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Craig's Royal Hotel
Interior

Mid City Ballarat

Mid City Ballarat
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Great central location, friendly staff, would stay again."
Australia
Graham
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Mid City Ballarat
Bar (on property)

Lake Inn Ballarat

Lake Inn Ballarat
4.5 star property
Ballarat Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (849 reviews)
"Large comfortable rooms, very clean"
Australia
Donna
The price is €139
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Lake Inn Ballarat
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

The Provincial Boutique Hotel

The Provincial Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,014 reviews)
"Great accomodation, walkable to central Ballarat"
Australia
Karen
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
The Provincial Boutique Hotel
Front of property – evening/night

Quest Ballarat

Quest Ballarat
4.5 star property
Ballarat Central
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (782 reviews)
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Quest Ballarat
Interior

Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard

Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (294 reviews)
"Very nice place very friendly staff"
Australia
Tess
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard
No. 10 - Premier Signature Suite

Ballarat Premier Apartments

Ballarat Premier Apartments
4.5 star property
Ballarat Central
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (472 reviews)
"Very clean, reasonable price, cozy lay out, overall great experience."
United States
Jessi
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Ballarat Premier Apartments
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Oscar's Hotel

Oscar's Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (574 reviews)
"Wonderful service"
Australia
Brady
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Oscar's Hotel
Coffee shop

Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (360 reviews)
"Love this hotel and the location. Great food around and plenty of drinks!"
Australia
Matthew
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat
In-room dining

Helen's Homestead

Helen's Homestead
3.5 star property
19.6 km from Ballarat Central
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (157 reviews)
"The setting of this place is wonderful, with a good view of the fields around it, and kangaroos playing about. Very peaceful and a very good sleep."
Australia
Gijsbert Karel
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Helen's Homestead
Standard Cabin, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette | Living area

Creswick Holiday Park

Creswick Holiday Park
2.0 star property
16.4 km from Ballarat Central
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"Perfect stay"
Australia
Charlotta
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Creswick Holiday Park
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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)
"Convenient location, wonderful staff, clean, however the bed was a bit hard, and the tv was a long way from the bed."
Australia
Simone
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Ballarat Suites
Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Begonia City Motor Inn

Begonia City Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Sebastopol, 4.5 km from Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (341 reviews)
"Nice staff."
Australia
Danielle
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Begonia City Motor Inn
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Alfred Motor Inn

Alfred Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Alfredton, 4.9 km from Ballarat Central
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (435 reviews)
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Alfred Motor Inn
Indoor pool, pool loungers

Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments

Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments
3.0 star property
7.6 km from Ballarat Central
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great value for money. Friendly professional staff."
Australia
Andrew
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments
Miners Cottage 6bth | Street view

NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park
4.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 2.2 km from Ballarat Central
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (517 reviews)
"Great cabin"
Australia
Veronica
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park
Indoor spa tub

Big4 Ballarat Windmill Holiday Park

Big4 Ballarat Windmill Holiday Park
4.0 star property
6.5 km from Ballarat Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (107 reviews)
"Loved the dog park set up. Bbq area was excellent"
Australia
Bruce
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Big4 Ballarat Windmill Holiday Park
Gift shop

RACV Goldfields Resort

RACV Goldfields Resort
4.5 star property
13.5 km from Ballarat Central
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay at and staff where friendly"
Australia
Brennan
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
RACV Goldfields Resort
Desk, free WiFi

Peppinella Motel

Peppinella Motel
3.0 star property
Delacombe, 4.1 km from Ballarat Central
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (259 reviews)
"Clean room and shops located nearby."
Australia
Jane
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Peppinella Motel
Restaurant

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, (708 reviews)
"Nice hotel for visiting the attraction Room was sizeable and comfortable "
United Kingdom
Stephanie
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Sovereign Hill Hotel
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Compare popular hotels in Ballarat Central

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Bar (on property)
Lake Inn Ballarat
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
849 reviews
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Front of property – evening/night
Quest Ballarat
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
782 reviews
View
Interior
Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
294 reviews
View
Lobby sitting area
Craig's Royal Hotel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
768 reviews
View
Interior
Mid City Ballarat
4.0 star property
8.0
Very good
1,005 reviews
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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.

A historic street with wooden buildings, a street lamp, and signs for a bakery and hotel.

Golden Point (Ballarat)

Golden Point (Ballarat) is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Sovereign Hill, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

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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.

A lake with ducks, a tree, and a green post.

Ballarat East

Ballarat East is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Eureka Aquatic Center and Eureka Hall.

Canadian

Travellers like the parks in Canadian, and Lake Esmond is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Top Ballarat Central Hotel Reviews

Craig's Royal Hotel

Craig's Royal Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Will stay again"
Hamad 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Craig's Royal Hotel

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 39 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 Lake Wendouree, Sovereign Hill and Lake Esmond. While you're out sightseeing in Ballarat, make sure that you visit other sights such as Eureka Stadium or Ballarat Tramway Museum.
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.