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Our top choices for Lake Gardens hotels

A room with a large vertical garden wall, a staircase, and a patterned carpet.

1. Mid City Ballarat

Mid City Ballarat
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 3.7 km from Lake Gardens
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice hospitality"
Australia
cleudeny Diek
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Mid City Ballarat
A gym with various exercise equipment including treadmills, stationary bikes, and weight machines.

2. Quest Ballarat

Quest Ballarat
4.5 star property
Ballarat Central, 3.6 km from Lake Gardens
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (797 reviews)
"Excellent service and accommodation"
Australia
Patricia
The price is €130
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Quest Ballarat
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and brick walls.

3. Bell Tower Inn

Bell Tower Inn
3.5 star property
Alfredton, 1.7 km from Lake Gardens
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (827 reviews)
"The Staff at Belltower were very helpful in particular Tina The location was excellent for our needs"
United Kingdom
John
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Bell Tower Inn
A restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and bar stools.

4. Lake Inn Ballarat

Lake Inn Ballarat
4.5 star property
Ballarat Central, 2.4 km from Lake Gardens
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (863 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 €124
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Lake Inn Ballarat
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

5. Avenue Motel

Avenue Motel
2.5 star property
Alfredton, 1.3 km from Lake Gardens
7.4 out of 10, Good, (640 reviews)
"Clean room, courteous staff, parking OK, quiet surrounds, convenient location"
Australia
Susan
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Avenue Motel
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.

6. Alfred Motor Inn

Alfred Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Alfredton, 1.6 km from Lake Gardens
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (439 reviews)
"Very good , clean and quite place"
Australia
Ra'ed
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Alfred Motor Inn
A reception door with a sign indicating reception hours, a key return box, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

7. Victoriana Motor Inn

Victoriana Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Ballarat East, 6.5 km from Lake Gardens
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (734 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
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Victoriana Motor Inn
An outdoor café with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a brick building in the background.

8. Ambassador Motor Inn Ballarat

Ambassador Motor Inn Ballarat
3.5 star property
Alfredton, 0.9 km from Lake Gardens
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 €79
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Ambassador Motor Inn Ballarat
A kitchen with a brick wall, a potted plant, a laptop, and a display case with pastries.

9. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

The Provincial Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 3.9 km from Lake Gardens
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,039 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
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Provincial Boutique Hotel
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a white fence and large windows.

10. Oscar's Hotel

Oscar's Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 3.8 km from Lake Gardens
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
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Oscar's Hotel
A Victorian-style house with a prominent front porch, a brick facade, and a metal roof.

11. Seymours on Lydiard

Seymours on Lydiard
4.0 star property
Soldiers Hill, 3.9 km from Lake Gardens
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (580 reviews)
"A fantastic room, clean, cozy and warm. Free laundry too. Very much appreciated."
Australia
Simon
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Seymours on Lydiard
A lobby with a leather sofa, a wooden table with fruit, and a chandelier.

12. Craig's Royal Hotel

Craig's Royal Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 4 km from Lake Gardens
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (799 reviews)
"Very unique building and rooms, rooms with character. Beautiful building and very convenient location"
Australia
Marissa
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Craig's Royal Hotel
A neatly made bed with white bedding and striped pillows, a bedside lamp, and a chair in a hotel room.

13. Central City Motor Inn

Central City Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Bakery Hill, 4.8 km from Lake Gardens
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (507 reviews)
"Very good experience, will book again."
Australia
Annatta
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Central City Motor Inn
A modern cafe with a glass front display case, outdoor seating, and a visible street view.

14. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 4 km from Lake Gardens
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (362 reviews)
"Love this hotel and the location. Great food around and plenty of drinks!"
Australia
Matthew
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Quality Inn The George Hotel 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, 4.7 km from Lake Gardens
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (453 reviews)
"The property was nice however there was rarely any staff at"
Australia
Justin
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Menzies Ballarat
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.

16. City Views Ballarat

City Views Ballarat
2.5 star property
Bakery Hill, 4.6 km from Lake Gardens
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 €86
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
City Views Ballarat
A modern kitchen with a white refrigerator, wooden cabinets, a sink, and a microwave.

17. Ballarat Motel

Ballarat Motel
2.0 star property
Canadian, 6.1 km from Lake Gardens
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 €81
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Ballarat Motel
A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with two pillows, two bedside tables with lamps, and a small rug.

18. Begonia City Motor Inn

Begonia City Motor Inn
3.0 star property
Sebastopol, 6.5 km from Lake Gardens
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (356 reviews)
"Great location, clean and friendly staff would highly recommend."
Australia
Emily
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Begonia City Motor Inn
A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.

19. Quest Ballarat Station

Quest Ballarat Station
4.0 star property
Soldiers Hill, 4 km from Lake Gardens
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (611 reviews)
"Great location, easy parking and very clean rooms."
Australia
Anthony
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Quest Ballarat Station
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), 5.5 km from Lake Gardens
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (461 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Good location. Room was clean and massive!"
Australia
Sarah
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Main Lead Ballarat Motel
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Compare popular hotels in Lake Gardens

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A gym with various exercise equipment including treadmills, stationary bikes, and weight machines.
Quest Ballarat
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
797 reviews
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A restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and bar stools.
Lake Inn Ballarat
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
863 reviews
View
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
475 reviews
View
A kitchen with a brick wall, a potted plant, a laptop, and a display case with pastries.
The Provincial Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,039 reviews
View
A reception door with a sign indicating reception hours, a key return box, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
Victoriana Motor Inn
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
734 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families in Lake Gardens

A room with a large vertical garden wall, a staircase, and a patterned carpet.

Mid City Ballarat

Mid City Ballarat
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000)
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Mid City Ballarat

Where to stay in Lake Gardens

Find the best Lake Gardens 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.
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 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.

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.

Top Lake Gardens Hotel Reviews

Begonia City Motor Inn

Begonia City Motor Inn

8/10 Good
"Always clean & tidy. Thank you for another great stay"
Lisa 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Begonia City Motor Inn

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Lake Gardens?
Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Ballarat's Lake Gardens neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Ballarat Aquatic and Leisure Centre as part of your Lake Gardens travel plans.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lake Gardens, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Lake Gardens.
What are the top things to see and do in Lake Gardens?
Ballarat Aquatic and Leisure Centre is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Lake Gardens. Ballarat Botanical Gardens and Ballarat Golf Club are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Ballarat.