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Miner's Retreat Motel

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Sovereign Hill

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Property grounds
Superior Twin Room (Hidden bunk bed available on request)
Exterior
Property grounds
2-Bedroom Cabin | Private kitchen

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov

Explore the area

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604-610 Eureka Street, Ballarat East, VIC, 3350
  • Place, Ballarat Wildlife Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sovereign Hill
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ballarat Base Hospital
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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2-Bedroom Cabin

2-Bedroom Cabin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Pillow-top beds, desk, soundproofing, rollaway beds

King Room (Hidden bunk bed available on request)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Twin Room (Hidden bunk bed available on request)

Pillow-top beds, desk, soundproofing, rollaway beds

Superior Twin Room (Hidden bunk bed available on request)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Family Room

Superior Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the area

Ballarat

Miner's Retreat Motel places you steps from Eureka Hall and within a short 5-minute stroll of Eureka Aquatic Center. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a picnic area. Added amenities include laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 10 AM and on weekends between 8 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Near this 3-property class Ballarat East motel, you'll find Sovereign Hill.
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What's nearby

  • Ballarat Wildlife Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sovereign Hill - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Art Gallery of Ballarat - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Ballarat Town Hall - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Ballarat Base Hospital - 5 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Ballarat Station - 7 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hideaway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Little Square Garage - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brown Hill Pub - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Miner's Retreat Motel

Motel with free parking, near Sovereign Hill
Miner's Retreat Motel offers its guests a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Ballarat motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Miner's Retreat Motel offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations, with free toiletries. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. This Ballarat motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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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

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10 AM on weekdays and 8 AM to 10 AM on weekends; AUD 6 to 30 for adults and AUD 6 to 30 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.6 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (8 AM - 11:00 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (8 AM - 11:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 15.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 15.0 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: approximately AUD 6 to 30 for adults and AUD 6 to 30 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 15.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.6 per cent

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Miner's Retreat Motel?

Miner's Retreat Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Miner's Retreat Motel?

As of 25 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Miner's Retreat Motel on 3 Nov 2025 start from AU$159.00, 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.

Is parking available at Miner's Retreat Motel?

Yep, Miner's Retreat Motel has a free self car park.

Does Miner's Retreat Motel serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer weekdays between 7:30 AM and 10 AM and weekends between 8 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Miner's Retreat Motel?

No, Miner's Retreat Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Miner's Retreat Motel?

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

Are pets allowed at Miner's Retreat Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.