Lake Inn Ballarat

4.5 star property
Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Lake Wendouree

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Exterior
Interior entrance
Executive Double Room | Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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King Spa Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Twin Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Executive Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Executive Room

Highlights

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

Executive Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

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

Deluxe Spa Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Designer toiletries
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1317 Mair Street, Ballarat, VIC, 3350

What's nearby

  • Lake Wendouree - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ballarat Base Hospital - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St John of God Hospital Ballarat - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Art Gallery of Ballarat - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Sovereign Hill - 5 min drive - 4.1 km

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 near Lake Wendouree
Located close to Ballarat Base Hospital and St John of God Hospital Ballarat, Lake Inn Ballarat provides laundry facilities, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Laundry services and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Lake Inn Ballarat have comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and minibars. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • HDTVs with cable channels
  • Separate sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–8:30 AM: AUD 25 for adults and AUD 25 for children
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Laundry facilities

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels
  • LCD TV

Food and drink

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

More

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

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Inn Ballarat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Lake Inn Ballarat?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Inn Ballarat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Inn Ballarat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Inn Ballarat located?

Located in the heart of Ballarat, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Wendouree, Ballarat Base Hospital, and St John of God Hospital Ballarat. Art Gallery of Ballarat is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) away. Ballarat Station is 22 minutes by foot.

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Lake Inn Ballarat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 535 out of 778 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 778 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 778 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 778 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 778 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Narelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy place to stay, really large room, and great to have a set of cutlery, cups, bowls and plates.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was close to our event venue and staff were very pleasant. This is an Annual event and we have booked for next year.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Karena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to the hospital
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and proprietors were friendly, flexible and helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and warm welcome. Only downside was not having a hair dryer
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good amenities and location, will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location,close lake,pub next door.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The housing area is very unique & close proximity to Lake Wendouree. Awesome meal @ The Lake inn ❤
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All but the office chair was of the highest standard. We have already booked another stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel close to the lake. Bar restaurant next door with other dining options within walking distance. Great staff very friendly and helpful. Nice clean quiet room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 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

Narelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great option for a short stay, good after hours check in process. Close to good dining options and to the lake for nice view and walk
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacinta

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

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

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

Marie

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

10/10 Excellent

Zoran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Friendly staff. Clean room

10/10 Excellent

Lakindu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and comfortable and reception was very helpful. Located within a short drive to many tourist attractions. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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

8/10 Good

Chris

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