Lake Inn Ballarat

4.5 star property
Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Lake Wendouree
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Executive Double Room
Exterior
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
The price is AU$230
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec

Explore the area

Map
1317 Mair Street, Ballarat, VIC, 3350
  • Lake Wendouree
    5 min walk
  • Ballarat Base Hospital
    7 min walk
  • Ballarat Yacht Club
    4 min walk
  • Ballarat Station
    3 min drive

Room options

King Spa Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Twin Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Executive Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Executive Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Deluxe Spa Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

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About the area

Ballarat

Lake Inn Ballarat puts you in the heart of Ballarat, within just a 10-minute stroll of Lake Wendouree and Ballarat Base Hospital. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in and express check-out. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 8:30 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Ballarat motel include St John of God Hospital Ballarat and Art Gallery of Ballarat is within 30 minutes.

What's nearby

  • Lake Wendouree - 5 min walk
  • Ballarat Base Hospital - 7 min walk
  • St John of God Hospital Ballarat - 8 min walk
  • Art Gallery of Ballarat - 3 min drive
  • Sovereign Hill - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Ballarat Station - 3 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪La Porchetta - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Johnny Alloo - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bunch of Grapes Hotel - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Lake Inn Ballarat

Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Lake Wendouree
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Lake Inn Ballarat also features laundry facilities, express check-in, and room service (during limited hours). Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Ballarat motel.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Lake Inn Ballarat offers 28 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: AUD 25 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 6:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately AUD 25 for adults and from AUD 25 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Lake Inn Ballarat?

Yep, Lake Inn Ballarat has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake Inn Ballarat?

As of 22 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Inn Ballarat on 24 Dec 2024 start from AU$229.95, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Lake Inn Ballarat serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lake Inn Ballarat?

No, Lake Inn Ballarat does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Lake Inn Ballarat?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lake Inn Ballarat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lake Inn Ballarat?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Lake Inn Ballarat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 517 out of 757 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 757 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 757 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 757 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 757 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a quality motel in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Cristo

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Maryanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Being an older style property the room did smell bit off and the toilet didn't flush properly. The beds were small being double but that being said the mattress was comfortable. Foxtel was offered but kept failing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely weekend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the pub is great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good communication, super clean and handy access to the pub next door for dinner
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean , tidy and spacious. Also very quite.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alysha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and comfortable - excellent value
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lake Inn is a lovely motel. Impeccably clean, quality furnishings, very comfortable bed and huge rooms. We had a good meal at the City Oval Hotel which adjoins Lake Inn. Perfect on a cold Ballarat night !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room and bathroom are massive, modern and well presented, only minor issue was, as good as the rest of the room, the desk chair needs replacement due to its condition in room 24
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really liked this accommodation. Will be coming back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location,close to lake.Pub next door served good pub food.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything was what we expected and wanted
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great amount of space in the room - room 20 Shower was great pressure Comfy and tidy room Coffee machine great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

gaileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff, comfortable and lovely rooms in a fantastic central location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. The room was spacious clean and was in the most perfect location. A short walk to the stunning Lake Wendouree. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good location . Everything required was within walking distance. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacinta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024