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Lake Inn Ballarat

4.5 star property
Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Lake Wendouree

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Interior entrance
Bar (on property)
Executive Double Room
Located near Lake Wendouree, Lake Inn Ballarat offers a warm welcome with laundry facilities, a cozy bar, and a delicious restaurant. Connect to in-room WiFi and enjoy free self parking. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €135
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept

Room options

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King Spa Room

King Spa Room

9.4 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
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Twin Room

Executive Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Executive Suite

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Executive Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Executive Double Room

Executive Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
Hairdryer
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

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 Twin Bed
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About the area

Map
1317 Mair Street, Ballarat, VIC, 3350

What's nearby

  • Lake Wendouree - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ballarat Base Hospital - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St John of God Hospital Ballarat - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Art Gallery of Ballarat - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Sovereign Hill - 3 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Red Rooster - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Johnny Alloo - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Lake View Hotel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬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, a nature reserve and laundry services
  • 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

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

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

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 at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

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Lake Inn Ballarat Victoria
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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 28 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Inn Ballarat on 7 Sept 2025 start from €135.27, 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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Lake Inn Ballarat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 562 out of 816 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 816 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 816 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 816 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 816 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly owners and quick check in. Spacious well maintained room perfectly situated very near to Lake Wendouree. A perfect spot and we definitely would like to come back in future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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

Daryl

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 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

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful accomodation
Stayed 2 nights in May 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

Talwinder

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for family
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

GARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here a couple of times. Always consistent. Good quality rooms and amenities, with direct access to the City Oval Hotel for dinner or a drink. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My family and I had a wonderful two night stay at the Lake Inn Ballarat. We were very happy with our clean and spacious room, which included a convenient microwave we didn't even know we needed till we did. They also provided a cot for our entire stay for just $20. A major highlight was the attached City Oval Hotel, the food and drinks were excellent, making it incredibly convenient for dinner. The only minor drawback was that the hot water in the shower wasn't as hot as we would have liked. Overall, we had a very positive experience and highly recommend it for families.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

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

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

Wavell

Liked: Amenities
I appreciated the lady at the desk recognize my name, even though I did send it which expedient and she put me in the usual room that we usually have because we’re not very good at climbing stairs. The bed was absolute beautiful and it was warm I lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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

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

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

This was a super clean comfortable hotel. The rooms were quite big. They had kitchenette sort of set up. Coffee, microwave, plates and the such. The location was great very close to the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in May 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

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

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

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy walking distance to hospital and specialist appointments
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything we needed for a one night stay. Room upstairs was a very generous size.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025