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Our top choices for Lake Esmond hotels

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and large windows.

1. Ballarat Premier Apartments

Ballarat Premier Apartments
4.5 star property
Ballarat Central, 2.4 km from Lake Esmond
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (476 reviews)
"Excellent location and property"
Australia
Heather
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Ballarat Premier Apartments
A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.

2. Quest Ballarat Station

Quest Ballarat Station
4.0 star property
Soldiers Hill, 2.3 km from Lake Esmond
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (617 reviews)
"Amazing stay"
Australia
Aaron
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Quest Ballarat Station
A room with a desk, chair, television, and a door leading outside.

3. Victoriana Motor Inn

Victoriana Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Ballarat East, 2.2 km from Lake Esmond
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (737 reviews)
"Room had a smoke smell to it, so we requested a move to another room. That room was ok. Amenities a bit old, but were clean and usable."
Australia
PHILIP
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Victoriana Motor Inn
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

4. Ballarat Suites

Ballarat Suites
4.0 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.5 km from Lake Esmond
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"I was incredibly surprised how good the room was for such a reasonable price. Plenty of room, comfortable beds, clean and new at the time of our stay. We will be staying here again for our next stay in Ballarat."
Australia
Matthew
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Ballarat Suites
A large indoor swimming pool with blue tiles, lounge chairs, and a brick wall with a welcome sign.

5. Sovereign Park Motor Inn

Sovereign Park Motor Inn
4.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.7 km from Lake Esmond
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (804 reviews)
"Beautiful place with kind staff, lots of opportunities for kids to enjoy! Will come back again!"
Australia
Alireza
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Sovereign Park Motor Inn
A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a small table with a vase, a cabinet, and a window with curtains.

6. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

The Provincial Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 2.2 km from Lake Esmond
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,041 reviews)
"Very quiet and clean. Staff were very helpful and the hotel was in close proximity to town."
Australia
Frances
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Provincial Boutique Hotel
A single-story building with a covered porch and a patio area.

7. NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park
4.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.3 km from Lake Esmond
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (523 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 €99
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park
A neatly made bed with white bedding and striped pillows, a bedside lamp, and a chair in a hotel room.

8. Central City Motor Inn

Central City Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Bakery Hill, 1.4 km from Lake Esmond
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (507 reviews)
"Very good experience, will book again."
Australia
Annatta
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Central City Motor Inn
A neatly made bed with a white and light blue quilt, a grey upholstered headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

9. Oscar's Hotel

Oscar's Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 2.1 km from Lake Esmond
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (581 reviews)
"Great location, staff helpful and food delicious. Would happily stay again."
Australia
Kane
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Oscar's Hotel
A covered terrace with wicker furniture, ornate railings, and a view of historic buildings.

10. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 2.1 km from Lake Esmond
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (363 reviews)
"Love this hotel and the location. Great food around and plenty of drinks!"
Australia
Matthew
The price is €134
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat
A lobby with a leather sofa, a wooden table with fruit, and a chandelier.

11. Craig's Royal Hotel

Craig's Royal Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 1.9 km from Lake Esmond
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (802 reviews)
"Central location walkable to dining zone and next door to City Hall and excellent tourism office. Grand historic building with museum quality decor, and lots of historic wall prints and memorabilia. Rooms comfortable, feel like you are back in the days when Mark Twain and royals came here to stay."
Canada
David
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Craig's Royal Hotel
A brick building with a reception area, columns, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

12. Quest Ballarat

Quest Ballarat
4.5 star property
Ballarat Central, 2.4 km from Lake Esmond
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (803 reviews)
"Excellent service and accommodation"
Australia
Patricia
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Quest Ballarat
A two-story building with a gabled roof and a covered porch.

13. Sovereign Hill Hotel

Sovereign Hill Hotel
3.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.9 km from Lake Esmond
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (732 reviews)
"Very clean and staff very helpful , great position for sovereign Hill"
Australia
Craig
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Sovereign Hill Hotel
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.

14. City Views Ballarat

City Views Ballarat
2.5 star property
Bakery Hill, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond
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 €75
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
City Views Ballarat
A modern entrance with a potted tree, a wooden door, and a clear view of the street outside.

15. The Menzies Ballarat

The Menzies Ballarat
4.0 star property
Bakery Hill, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (454 reviews)
"The property was nice however there was rarely any staff at"
Australia
Justin
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
The Menzies Ballarat
A wooden deck with a patio umbrella, a white fence, and a view of greenery through large windows.

16. Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
4.0 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.7 km from Lake Esmond
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Fantastic 😍"
United States
Lynda
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
Garden

17. Sovereign Views Apartments

Sovereign Views Apartments
3.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.3 km from Lake Esmond
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (214 reviews)
"It was close to a major tourist attraction and a laundrette and good dinner options a.l within walking distance"
Australia
Sarah
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Sovereign Views Apartments
A modern outdoor dining area with a wooden deck, a table with chairs, and a view of the kitchen and living space through a glass door.

18. Eureka Stockade Holiday Park

Eureka Stockade Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Ballarat East, 1.7 km from Lake Esmond
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (583 reviews)
"Clean rooms,nice cabin.friendly and helpful staff"
Australia
Brendan
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Eureka Stockade Holiday Park
A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and a chair.

19. Eureka Lodge Motel

Eureka Lodge Motel
2.5 star property
Ballarat East, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (421 reviews)
"Great central place to stay, very accommodating . "
Australia
Rhonda
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Eureka Lodge Motel
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a desk with a chair, and a chandelier.

20. Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard

Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 2 km from Lake Esmond
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (299 reviews)
"Fantastic - will stay again."
Australia
Jason
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard
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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Esmond

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and large windows.
Ballarat Premier Apartments
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
476 reviews
View
A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.
Quest Ballarat Station
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
617 reviews
View
A room with a desk, chair, television, and a door leading outside.
Victoriana Motor Inn
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
737 reviews
View
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.
Ballarat Suites
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View
A large indoor swimming pool with blue tiles, lounge chairs, and a brick wall with a welcome sign.
Sovereign Park Motor Inn
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
804 reviews
View

Top Lake Esmond Hotel Reviews

Quest Ballarat

Quest Ballarat

10/10 Excellent
"The place was amazing. It was quiet, impeccably clean and comfortable and the staff were just brilliant. The place is very close to the city centre and very walkable to the pub and restaurants nearby. Easy parking. Honestly, I wish hotels like this were in every town that I visited."
Sandy 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Quest Ballarat

Other attractions near Lake Esmond

A historical town with wooden buildings, a fenced mining area, and a clear blue sky.

Sovereign Hill

9.2/10 (820 reviews)
Strike gold at this open-air museum, which tells the story of Ballarat’s first decade as a gold rush town with recreated buildings, goldmine tours and workshops.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Esmond?
Lake Esmond is located in Ballarat. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 47 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Lake Esmond?
Adjacent to Lake Esmond, NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices close by include Sovereign Hill Hotel and Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Lake Esmond?
Expedia has 47 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Lake Esmond.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Esmond, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Lake Esmond.
What can I see and do near Lake Esmond?
Sovereign Hill, Eureka Centre and Ballarat Tramway Museum feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Her Majesty's Theatre, Kryal Castle and Eureka Hall are must-sees while exploring the area. Enjoy the outdoors at Lake Esmond Botanical Garden, Howitt Street Trig Station Natural Features Reserve or Ballarat North Bushland Reserve.