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Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments

3.0 star property
Hotel in Ballarat with indoor pool and restaurant

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Three Bedroom Villa | Private kitchen
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Property grounds
Sports facility
Indoor pool, pool loungers

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov

Explore the area

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9379 Western Highway, Ballarat, Warrenheip, VIC, 3352
  • Place, Kryal Castle
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ballarat Wildlife Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Sovereign Hill
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Family Room

1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two Bedroom Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 68 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster

One Bedroom Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Queen Room

1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Three Bedroom Villa

Three Bedroom Villa | Living area

Three Bedroom Villa

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 75 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, Bathtub

1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Ballarat

At Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments you'll be 3 km (1.9 mi) from Mount Warrenheip Flora Reserve and 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Kryal Castle. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free extended parking. .In the area of this 3-property class Warrenheip hotel, you'll find Sovereign Hill.

What's nearby

  • Kryal Castle - 3 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Ballarat Wildlife Park - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Sovereign Hill - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Ballarat Town Hall - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Ballarat Base Hospital - 9 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Ballarat Station - 7 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hideaway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Little Square Garage - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brown Hill Pub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Carboni's Pizza Kitchen - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments

Hotel in Ballarat with indoor pool and restaurant
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. There's an onsite business centre. The business-friendly Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments also features an indoor pool, a picnic area, and concierge services. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Ballarat hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments offers 28 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free extended parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 7 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from September 26 2025 to February 28 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Meeting facilities

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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 and cash
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
This property is professionally cleaned
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. 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 and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments?

Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments?

As of 24 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments on 6 Nov 2025 start from AU$113.13, 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 Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments?

Yep, Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments has a free self car park and free extended parking.

Does Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments have a pool?

Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments?

No, Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments's onsite restaurant.The dining venue will be unavailable from September 26 2025 to February 28 2026 (dates subject to change).

What time are check-in & check-out at Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments?

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

Are pets allowed at Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 324 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 402 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 170 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1003 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sonya

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It had everything we needed but it was terribly run down, no heating & water in shower ran hot then cold repeatedly with very little water pressure
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Noisy as on main road. Could be cleaner, eg bathroom window sills. Staff nice and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Mohammad

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Can’t complain for what I paid for. Overall it wasn not good or bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Alanna

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Loved the provided breakfast options of fresh bread juice milk cereal and spreads. Good lighting. Good electric blankets. Easy friendly pre and post check in. Tv worked well. Low internet reception. Could hear people talking outside all three nights and freeway traffic. Room walls and bathroom not really maintained. Booked the room as advertised with bath but it looked unloved and dirty so that was disappointing. Scuff on walls that showed the walls were not clean. Bed was hard for me and had me tossing and turning all 3 nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Deece

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We opted for cheap accomodation as we were staying purely for convenience so we didn’t have to travel too far. We got what we paid for. It was cheap but it was very noisy and the room was not the cleanest. I wouldn’t go back but hey, what can you expect at that price.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly staff, room clean. The road is noisy but that can’t be helped. Great family room with kitchen and breakfast provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Chrissie

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is definitely not a 4 star motel. Mould in the shower, dead pillows a window with no curtain that lets the light into the bedroom. They came into the room each day but did not make the beds. Seriously rethink this property if you are thinking of booking.
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Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and super quick and easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

Great Service.

Clean, comfortable, excellent service. Iverson went above & beyond to meet any requests asked.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice enough

The room was comfortable and clean. Lots of space for a family to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

grant

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay there when I travel to Ballarat. Always clean and very friendly welcome
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I liked that the family room was spacious and everything we needed was already thought of.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

grant

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay at Colonial Motor Inn, villa was very clean and has 2 bathrooms and 2 tv's.The Manager gave us an upgrade on arrival, so thanks alot. The pool was clean and nicely heated, overall its a relaxing place to stay with an hasske free check in and check out. 5 stars.clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Louise, Traralgon

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very cheap and accommodating at the last minute when previous accommodation cancelled our booking without warning. Rooms are quite dated - but simple and offer basic amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Corina

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

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

Great stay

We were heading to Melbourne for a concert and were able to checkin early to drop our bags off on our way through it was a pleasant stay and the host weee so accomodating and the bed was comfortable we would stay again .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

10/10 Excellent

Vipaporn

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

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were accommodating and contactable when needed. Rooms were very clean but dated. Kids enjoyed the swimming pool. We paid for what we got. Just a note it was just off the highway so a little noisey.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfy beds. Easy to get to. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zac

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Travelled with group
Iverson was amazing! Contact was great, instructions were clear, check in was so easy!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Christine

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024