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A lobby with a leather sofa, a wooden table with fruit, and a chandelier.
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings and skylights, featuring checkered flooring and multiple dining tables and chairs.
A grand lobby with ornate chandeliers, a patterned carpet, and a staircase.
A bar area with a wooden bar counter, bar stools, and a large mirror. There are bottles and glasses on the counter, and a potted plant is visible.

1. Craig's Royal Hotel

Craig's Royal Hotel
Ballarat Central
Australia
Marissa
₹9,123
₹10,125 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Craig's Royal Hotel
A room with a large vertical garden wall, a staircase, and a patterned carpet.
A reception area with a staircase, a reception desk, and a view of a green wall with plants.
A table set for dining with wine glasses, bottles, and a candle.
A building with a large sign reading "MID-CITY".

2. Mid City Ballarat

Mid City Ballarat
Ballarat Central
Australia
cleudeny Diek
₹7,983
₹9,462 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Mid City Ballarat
A reception door with a sign indicating reception hours, a key return box, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A two-story building with a brick exterior and a covered porch.
A hotel room with a dining area, a television, and a desk.
A room with a desk, chair, television, and a door leading outside.

3. Victoriana Motor Inn

Victoriana Motor Inn
Ballarat East
Australia
Matthew
₹6,917
₹8,690 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Victoriana Motor Inn
A modern entrance with a potted tree, a wooden door, and a clear view of the street outside.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, two framed pictures on the wall, a door with a sign, and a window with curtains.
A wooden staircase with a handrail leading to a second floor. There is a small table and a blue sofa on the lower level.
A modern building with a flat roof, a balcony, and a car parked in front.

4. The Menzies Ballarat

The Menzies Ballarat
Bakery Hill
Australia
Gabriel
₹8,577
₹9,435 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
The Menzies Ballarat
A neatly made bed with white bedding and striped pillows, a bedside lamp, and a chair in a hotel room.
A swimming pool with a glass enclosure, a patio area with chairs, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor space.
A waterfront property with a dock, a boat, and a building with a white roof.
A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink, and a mirror above the sink.

5. Central City Motor Inn

Central City Motor Inn
Bakery Hill
Australia
Darren
₹7,271
₹8,045 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Central City Motor Inn
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.
A compact living space with a sofa, a desk, a television, and an air conditioning unit.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.
A brick building with a sign for Comfort Inn & Suites, featuring a blue awning and a clear blue sky.

6. City Views Ballarat

City Views Ballarat
Bakery Hill
Australia
Rebecca
₹6,795
₹7,474 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
City Views Ballarat
An indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling and brick walls, surrounded by windows and seating areas.
A hotel room with two beds, a brick wall, an air conditioning unit, and a window with curtains.
A parking lot with a wooden fence and trees in the background.
A hotel room with a brick wall, a television on a wooden dresser, a bed with a purple bedspread, a small table with chairs, and a window with lace curtains.

7. Main Lead Ballarat Motel

Main Lead Ballarat Motel
Golden Point (Ballarat)
Australia
Shantel
₹6,331
₹7,011 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Main Lead Ballarat Motel
A Victorian-style house with a prominent front porch, a brick facade, and a metal roof.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.
A modern hotel room with two single beds, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.
A hallway with wooden flooring, white walls, and framed pictures on the walls.

8. Seymours on Lydiard

Seymours on Lydiard
Soldiers Hill
Australia
Cecily
₹8,345
₹9,242 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Seymours on Lydiard
A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.
A modern hotel with a spacious entrance, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.
A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a desk with a laptop, a chair, and a small table with a lamp.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a laptop, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery and a building.

9. Quest Ballarat Station

Quest Ballarat Station
Soldiers Hill
Australia
Anthony
₹11,863
₹13,049 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Quest Ballarat Station
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted light.
A small kitchenette with a microwave, refrigerator, and a white cabinet.
A pool area with a fenced pool, a red building, and a white building with numbered rooms in the background.
A motel with a parking lot and a row of purple flowers in the foreground.

10. Avenue Motel

Avenue Motel
Alfredton
Australia
Susan
₹7,302
₹8,032 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Avenue Motel
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Top Ballarat Hotel Reviews

Mid City Ballarat

Mid City Ballarat

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel was build 1969. It needs urgent updates."
Fengzhi 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Mid City Ballarat
Begonia City Motor Inn

Begonia City Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great value for money. Big comfy room and bed. Will be back."
Andrew 2-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Begonia City Motor Inn
Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments

Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Lack of information for the pool usage. We were told it was open to 8 o'clock but all the lights are off and the cover was on yet the door is open."
Simon 1-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments
Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

8/10 Good
"Nice quiet spot, room and furnishings ready for a refurb "
Murphy 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
Seymours on Lydiard

Seymours on Lydiard

8/10 Good
"Spacious, clean room. Accommodated request for a ground floor room."
Raymond 1-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Seymours on Lydiard

Frequently asked questions

What is Ballarat like for travellers on a budget?
Ballarat has a variety of cheap accommodation options and places to visit, making it a great getaway spot for budget travellers. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions such as Her Majesty's Theatre, Art Gallery of Ballarat and Ballarat Town Hall.
What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Ballarat?
Based on our traveller reviews, Main Lead Ballarat Motel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Another top option for your budget-friendly stay is Bakery Hill Motel.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Ballarat?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Ballarat, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 8°C. Average annual precipitation for Ballarat is 707 mm.
What is there to see and do in Ballarat?
Ballarat is known for its historic sites and gardens, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then fill your itinerary with activities that are easy on the wallet. Explore and snap photos of landmarks like Her Majesty's Theatre and Sovereign Hill, or get outdoors at Lake Wendouree.
How can I get to Ballarat and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Ballarat can help keep you on budget. The closest airport is Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon), situated 46.4 mi (74.7 km) away. However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can arrange flights in and out of Melbourne Airport (MEL), which is 54.6 mi (87.8 km) away. If you want to venture outside the area, hop on a train at Ballarat Station.

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