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

A grey building with a black front door, a balcony, and a sign reading "Ballarat Premier Apartments."

A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a chandelier.

A hallway with a table featuring a lamp, a vase with flowers, and a fruit bowl.

1. Ballarat Premier Apartments

Ballarat Central, 2.4 km from Lake Esmond

natalka

₹13,421

₹14,764 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.

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 with a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel with a spacious entrance, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.

2. Quest Ballarat Station

Soldiers Hill, 2.3 km from Lake Esmond

Anthony

₹11,860

₹13,046 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 residential area with a house, a driveway, and a garden with blooming flowers.

A room with a desk, chair, television, and a door leading outside.

3. Victoriana Motor Inn

Ballarat East, 2.2 km from Lake Esmond

Matthew

₹6,688

₹8,463 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern building with a grey facade, a glass door, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

A hallway with a metal radiator, a bed with white bedding, and a carpeted floor.

A modern building with large sliding glass doors, a concrete patio, and a tree in the background.

A dining table set with plates, cutlery, and wine glasses, with a fruit basket and a staircase in the background.

4. East 34

Ballarat East, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond

Susan

₹30,125

₹36,253 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A large indoor swimming pool with blue tiles, lounge chairs, and a brick wall with a welcome sign.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a kitchenette.

A dining area with a fireplace, wooden panel walls, a table set with plates, cutlery, and glasses, and a chair with a leather seat.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a wine display.

5. Sovereign Park Motor Inn

Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.7 km from Lake Esmond

Alireza

₹13,744

₹15,118 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A brick building with a sign for 'Ballerat Suites' and 'Motor Inn.'

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, stainless steel appliances, and wooden flooring.

6. Ballarat Suites

Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.5 km from Lake Esmond

Robert

₹11,425

₹12,567 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A kitchen with a brick wall, a potted plant, a laptop, and a display case with pastries.

A historic building with a prominent dome and arched windows, labeled as the Provincial Hotel.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a blue patterned backsplash, and a round wooden dining table with chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a blue herringbone backsplash, and a wooden countertop. There is a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a hallway leading to another room.

7. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

Ballarat Central, 2.2 km from Lake Esmond

Frances

₹10,297

₹11,362 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a white fence and large windows.

A building with a sign reading "OSCAR'S" on the front.

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a green lawn.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a counter with flowers, and a view of the outside through a window.

8. Oscar's Hotel

Ballarat Central, 2.1 km from Lake Esmond

Kane

₹10,902

₹11,992 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A neatly made bed with white bedding and striped pillows, a bedside lamp, and a chair in a hotel room.

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.

A swimming pool with a glass enclosure, a patio area with chairs, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor space.

9. Central City Motor Inn

Bakery Hill, 1.4 km from Lake Esmond

Annatta

₹7,943

₹8,797 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A lobby with a leather sofa, a wooden table with fruit, and a chandelier.

A grand lobby with ornate chandeliers, a patterned carpet, and a staircase.

A grand staircase with ornate wooden balusters, a stained glass window above, and a red curtain at the bottom.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings and skylights, featuring checkered flooring and multiple dining tables and chairs.

10. Craig's Royal Hotel

Ballarat Central, 1.9 km from Lake Esmond

Marissa

₹9,176

₹10,162 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern cafe with a glass front display case, outdoor seating, and a visible street view.

A covered terrace with wicker furniture, ornate railings, and a view of historic buildings.

A lobby with a reception desk, a potted plant, a patterned rug, and a staircase.

A bar area with stools, a counter, and a brick wall.

11. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 2.1 km from Lake Esmond

Matthew

₹12,729

₹14,001 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A brick building with a reception area, columns, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a small workspace with a laptop and a lamp.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and an oven. There is a dining table with two chairs and a vase with flowers.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a chair, a TV, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

12. Quest Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 2.4 km from Lake Esmond

Leanne

₹12,240

₹13,515 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A single-story building with a covered porch and a patio area.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a brick pathway.

A room with a bed, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a window with blinds.

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop and bar stools, a dining table, and a large window overlooking a forested area.

13. NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.3 km from Lake Esmond

Richard

₹10,609

₹11,670 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A Victorian-style house with a prominent front porch, a brick facade, and a metal roof.

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.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

14. Seymours on Lydiard

Soldiers Hill, 2.5 km from Lake Esmond

Julie

₹9,345

₹10,350 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A two-story building with a gabled roof and a covered porch.

A brick barbecue grill, picnic table, and a house in the background.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large window, and a view of the outdoor area.

A cozy living room with a brick fireplace, a comfortable sofa, a patterned rug, and a large window with blinds.

15. Sovereign Hill Hotel

Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.9 km from Lake Esmond

Tania

₹9,778

₹10,755 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern entrance with a potted tree, a wooden door, and a clear view of the street outside.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, sink, and dishwasher. There is a small stool and a window with a view of the outside.

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 hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, two framed pictures on the wall, a door with a sign, and a window with curtains.

16. The Menzies Ballarat

Bakery Hill, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond

Justin

₹8,114

₹8,925 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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 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.

A Comfort Inn & Suites sign, a street with cars, and a clear blue sky.

17. City Views Ballarat

Bakery Hill, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond

"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."

Sophie

₹7,199

₹7,919 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A wooden deck with a patio umbrella, a white fence, and a view of greenery through large windows.

A bathroom with a wooden vanity, a potted plant, and a mirror with a light.

A building with a brick facade, a sign for 'Billy's Distilled Bar', and a 'Mercure' sign.

A woman walking on a curved pathway surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

18. Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.7 km from Lake Esmond

Patricia

₹11,337

₹12,471 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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.

A modern kitchen with light-colored cabinets, a built-in microwave, a dishwasher, and a stove.

A modern interior with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, a dining table with chairs, wooden beams on the ceiling, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a small table, a remote control, and a window with a view of trees.

19. Eureka Stockade Holiday Park

Ballarat East, 1.7 km from Lake Esmond

Brendan

₹13,590

₹13,590 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A playground with slides and a wooden fence.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and a chair.

A park with a pavilion, picnic tables, a playground, and a body of water in the background.

A park with a playground, a pool, and covered seating areas.

20. Eureka Lodge Motel

Ballarat East, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond

Rhonda

₹7,971

₹9,826 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Ballarat Premier Apartments	9.8 Exceptional 474 reviews	View
Quest Ballarat Station	9.6 Exceptional 606 reviews	View
Victoriana Motor Inn	9.4 Exceptional 731 reviews	View
East 34	9.8 Exceptional 9 reviews	View
Sovereign Park Motor Inn	9.4 Exceptional 802 reviews	View

Top Lake Esmond Hotel Reviews

Sovereign Hill Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Basic room but fun for all families"

The Provincial Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were fantastic, the room was great for our needs and it was close to everything."

Mid City Ballarat

10/10 Excellent

"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"

City Views Ballarat

10/10 Excellent

"Spacious. Easy with a family. Very close to everything (most is walking distance)."

Seymours on Lydiard

8/10 Good

"Great location close to the city. The room layout is very good, although some of the appliances in the kitchen area are getting a bit old. Overall, a good room and a good stay."

Quest Ballarat

10/10 Excellent

"Great apartment and great location!"

Ballarat Suites

8/10 Good

"Good hotel, comfy beds, quiet, well placed"

The Menzies Ballarat

8/10 Good

"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."

Bakery Hill Motel

8/10 Good

"Clean room, comfortable and nice staff."

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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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A historic building with a clock tower, a statue in front, and a flagpole with flags.

Ballarat Town Hall

8.6/10 (79 reviews)

Ballarat Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Ballarat, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the gardens or experience the area's art scene.

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Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

9.4/10 (33 reviews)

After visiting Lake Esmond Botanical Garden, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ballarat. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

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Gold Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Gold Museum in Ballarat. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Eureka Centre

8.8/10 (125 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Eureka Centre, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Ballarat. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

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Eureka Hall

6.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Ballarat when you take a trip to Eureka Hall. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

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Ballarat Wildlife Park

9.2/10 (117 reviews)

Explore the campus of Ballarat Wildlife Park during your travels in Ballarat. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

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Her Majesty's Theatre

9.0/10 (50 reviews)

Enjoy a performance at Her Majesty's Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Ballarat. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's art scene.

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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.

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Our top choices for Lake Esmond hotels

1. Ballarat Premier Apartments

2. Quest Ballarat Station

3. Victoriana Motor Inn

4. East 34

5. Sovereign Park Motor Inn

6. Ballarat Suites

7. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

8. Oscar's Hotel

9. Central City Motor Inn

10. Craig's Royal Hotel

11. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

12. Quest Ballarat

13. NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

14. Seymours on Lydiard

15. Sovereign Hill Hotel

16. The Menzies Ballarat

17. City Views Ballarat

18. Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

19. Eureka Stockade Holiday Park

20. Eureka Lodge Motel

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Top Lake Esmond Hotel Reviews

Sovereign Hill Hotel

The Provincial Boutique Hotel

Mid City Ballarat

City Views Ballarat

Seymours on Lydiard

Quest Ballarat

Ballarat Suites

The Menzies Ballarat

Bakery Hill Motel

Other attractions near Lake Esmond

Sovereign Hill

Ballarat Town Hall

Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Gold Museum

Eureka Centre

Eureka Hall

Ballarat Wildlife Park

Her Majesty's Theatre

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