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Lake Inn Ballarat

4.5 star property

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A restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and bar stools.
A narrow kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a refrigerator.
A red brick building with a sign reading "Motel Reception & Entry Apartments."
Executive Double Room
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is AU$218
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July

Explore the area

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1317 Mair Street, Ballarat, VIC, 3350
  • Place, Lake Wendouree
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballarat Town Hall
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Her Majesty's Theatre
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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A narrow kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

One Bedroom Apartment

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, desk, chair, and a TV.

Executive Suite

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, desk, chair, and a TV.

Executive Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a sofa, and a dining table with a plate.

Executive Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Spa Suite

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, desk, chair, and a TV.

Deluxe Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for King Spa Room

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a table, a lamp, and a picture on the wall.

King Spa Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a refrigerator.

Executive Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 business-friendly 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 Central motel include St John of God Hospital Ballarat and Art Gallery of Ballarat is within 30 minutes.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Wendouree - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St Patrick's Cathedral - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ballarat Town Hall - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Art Gallery of Ballarat - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Her Majesty's Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Steve's Fish Shop - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Eclectic Tastes - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Midtown Cellars and Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Lake Inn Ballarat

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. Event space at this motel measures 538 square feet (50 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly 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
  • 538 sq ft of conference space
  • 50 sq. m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • 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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

Business services

  • 538 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

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 at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and 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 fire extinguisher, 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

Best Western Lake Ballarat
Lake Inn Ballarat Victoria
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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 11 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Inn Ballarat on 12 July 2026 start from AU$218, 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. 585 out of 849 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 228 out of 849 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 849 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 849 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 849 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ainsley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was excellent, staff also very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brentton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great modern room and great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Sue Chneg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms and great amenities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Glennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was cleaned to a very high standard
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, accommodating staff, spacious and convenient.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was secure off street. Room clean and tidy, but only ventilation was via A/C?
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good clean room with lots of space.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location and comfortable practical room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay with large rooms which had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Giao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean comfortable motel.

Nice motel, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy location for short stay, clean tidy and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The accommodation hotel is separate to the licensed hotel/restaurant next door but there’s a connecting door and the restaurant is a good option.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mardi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location very helpful staff. amazing Hotel in the building with lovely food.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with the way the room was presented - clean, tidy and comfortable, and very pleased that there were face washers in the bathroom…just something minor to maybe some people but to me it was special…
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay, very clean & tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal for our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay, perfect location for our event.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location great pub attached with great food
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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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