A small wooden boathouse with a blue door and a white trim, situated on a wooden dock extending into calm water.

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Our top choices for Magpie hotels

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, 3.4 km from Magpie
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (350 reviews)
"Very clean and well maintained A quiet part of town too"
Australia
Warwick
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Begonia City Motor Inn
A reception door with a sign indicating reception hours, a key return box, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

2. Victoriana Motor Inn

Victoriana Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Ballarat East, 8.9 km from Magpie
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (731 reviews)
"Clean tidy warm and Comfortable"
Australia
Matthew
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Victoriana Motor Inn
A two-story building with a gabled roof and a covered porch.

3. Sovereign Hill Hotel

Sovereign Hill Hotel
3.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 6.2 km from Magpie
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (728 reviews)
"So clean and such a pretty accommodation place."
Australia
Tania
The price is €99
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.

4. Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
4.0 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 6.1 km from Magpie
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 €115
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

5. Ballarat Suites

Ballarat Suites
4.0 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 6.3 km from Magpie
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent room very clean , huge shower , great position "
Australia
Robert
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Ballarat Suites
A dining area with a large window, a chandelier, and a wooden cabinet with a picture.

6. Helen's Homestead

Helen's Homestead
3.5 star property
12.2 km from Magpie
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (159 reviews)
"The property was so peaceful, everything was clean and despite how cool the the weather was it was always lovely and warm inside."
Australia
Shelley
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Helen's Homestead
A restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and bar stools.

7. Lake Inn Ballarat

Lake Inn Ballarat
4.5 star property
Ballarat Central, 8.3 km from Magpie
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (859 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 €135
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Lake Inn Ballarat
A lobby with a leather sofa, a wooden table with fruit, and a chandelier.

8. Craig's Royal Hotel

Craig's Royal Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 7.8 km from Magpie
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (795 reviews)
"Very unique building and rooms, rooms with character. Beautiful building and very convenient location"
Australia
Marissa
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Craig's Royal Hotel
An indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling and brick walls, surrounded by windows and seating areas.

9. Main Lead Ballarat Motel

Main Lead Ballarat Motel
3.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 7.1 km from Magpie
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (458 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 €65
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Main Lead Ballarat Motel
A neatly made bed with white bedding and striped pillows, a bedside lamp, and a chair in a hotel room.

10. Central City Motor Inn

Central City Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Bakery Hill, 7.9 km from Magpie
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (506 reviews)
"Very good experience, will book again."
Australia
Annatta
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Central City Motor Inn
A room with a large vertical garden wall, a staircase, and a patterned carpet.

11. Mid City Ballarat

Mid City Ballarat
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 8 km from Magpie
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 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 €83
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Mid City Ballarat
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a brick wall, a painting, a mirror, and a kitchenette.

12. Peppinella Motel

Peppinella Motel
3.0 star property
Delacombe, 5.7 km from Magpie
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (260 reviews)
"Clean room, staff nice. "
Australia
Jonathan
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Peppinella 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.

13. City Views Ballarat

City Views Ballarat
2.5 star property
Bakery Hill, 7.9 km from Magpie
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (567 reviews)
"TV, microwave and kettle/toaster nice. Lights for some reason had no covers on them, too bright to leave on without the covers. Ended up finding them in the cupboard, carpet was a little sticky. Room wasnt available until a little after 2. Parking was limited car park was all filled up when we arrived back to hotel no where to park. We ended up leaving at 1130 pm to go back home. Would be suitable for couples or singles only staying a little while. Didnt suit us a family."
Australia
Sophie
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
City Views Ballarat
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a tiled floor, and a metal roof.

14. Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments

Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments
3.0 star property
10.7 km from Magpie
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great budget accommodation on the freeway, minutes from Ballarat CBD. Comfortable rooms with all the basics you need. With service station next door, mini golf, restaurants and thr"
Australia
Tammy
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments
A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.

15. Quest Ballarat Station

Quest Ballarat Station
4.0 star property
Soldiers Hill, 8.4 km from Magpie
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (606 reviews)
"Great location, easy parking and very clean rooms."
Australia
Anthony
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Quest Ballarat Station
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a white fence and large windows.

16. Oscar's Hotel

Oscar's Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 7.8 km from Magpie
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (580 reviews)
"Great location, staff helpful and food delicious. Would happily stay again."
Australia
Kane
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Oscar's Hotel
A single-story building with a covered porch and a patio area.

17. NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park
4.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 7 km from Magpie
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (522 reviews)
"Nice to stay where the property actually lived up to the description. Clean, comfortable and spacious. A little dated but well priced for its age."
Australia
Richard
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park
A modern entrance with a potted tree, a wooden door, and a clear view of the street outside.

18. The Menzies Ballarat

The Menzies Ballarat
4.0 star property
Bakery Hill, 8 km from Magpie
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (450 reviews)
"Reception business focused took name issued key and instruction where to locate room, didnt explain parking which filled quickly. Excellent for price, convenient to shops. Meet our needs well."
Australia
Pauline
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Menzies Ballarat
A kitchen with a brick wall, a potted plant, a laptop, and a display case with pastries.

19. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

The Provincial Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 8.2 km from Magpie
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,034 reviews)
"Very quiet and clean. Staff were very helpful and the hotel was in close proximity to town."
Australia
Frances
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Provincial Boutique Hotel
Garden

20. Sovereign Views Apartments

Sovereign Views Apartments
3.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 6.6 km from Magpie
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 €95
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Sovereign Views Apartments
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Where to stay in Magpie

Find the best Magpie areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Magpie
Learn more about Magpie
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.
Photo by Lavinia Butterworth
Open Photo by Lavinia Butterworth

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 Magpie Hotel Reviews

Sovereign Hill Hotel

Sovereign Hill Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Basic room but fun for all families"
Carolyn 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Sovereign Hill Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is Magpie like?
Travellers to the Magpie neighbourhood in Ballarat will be sure to enjoy their stay.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Magpie?
For your stay in Magpie, McDougall Hideaway Property is one of the top choices based on our traveller data.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Magpie, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals in Magpie.
What can I see and do in this Ballarat neighbourhood?
Places you might want to visit in the area around Magpie include Ballarat Bird World and Union Jack Education Area. When you're sightseeing around the area, Sovereign Hill and Her Majesty's Theatre are a couple of other sights to visit.

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