Located near Lake Wendouree, Lake Inn Ballarat offers a warm welcome with laundry facilities, a cozy bar, and a delicious restaurant. Connect to in-room WiFi and enjoy free self parking. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
When you stay at Lake Inn Ballarat, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Lake Wendouree and Ballarat Base Hospital. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Also, St John of God Hospital Ballarat and Art Gallery of Ballarat are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and walkable location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
28 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–8:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Working away
Conference space (538 square feet)
Services
Laundry facilities
Facilities
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Window screens
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
Toaster
More
Housekeeping on request
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 25 for adults and AUD 25 for children
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day
Policies
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Lake Inn Ballarat?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Lake Inn Ballarat?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Lake Inn Ballarat?
You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Lake Inn Ballarat and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Lake Wendouree (5-min walk) and Ballarat Base Hospital (7-min walk), along with St John of God Hospital Ballarat (8-min walk) and Art Gallery of Ballarat (1.1 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near Lake Inn Ballarat?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Lake Inn Ballarat like?
Lake Inn Ballarat is in Ballarat Central, a short 5-minute walk from Lake Wendouree and 7 minutes' walk from Ballarat Base Hospital. Travelers recommend the motel for its walkable location.
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Reviews
Lake Inn Ballarat Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.6
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
9.2
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2026
Room was excellent, staff also very nice.
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2026
Great modern room and great location
Brentton
Brentton, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2026
The room was cleaned to a very high standard
Glennis
Glennis, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 25, 2026
Good clean room with lots of space.
Neil
Neil, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2025
Clean room, accommodating staff, spacious and convenient.
Christine
Christine, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2025
Good location and comfortable practical room
Kerry
Kerry, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 23, 2026
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…
Marilyn
Marilyn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2025
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.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 27, 2025
Handy location for short stay, clean tidy and friendly staff.
Sarah
Sarah, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 15, 2025
Lovely place to stay with large rooms which had everything we needed.
David
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2025
Great location very helpful staff. amazing Hotel in the building with lovely food.
Mardi
Mardi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2025
Large clean well equipped room
JOHN
JOHN, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 15, 2024
This is a quality motel in a great location.
Craig
Craig, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 6, 2025
Comfy beds, good size room.
Eliza
Eliza, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
Clean, neat, great location
John
John, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 30, 2024
Had a great stay, perfect location for our event.
Tim
Tim, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 11, 2024
Great location great pub attached with great food
David
David, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 24, 2024
Excellent staff, comfortable and lovely rooms in a fantastic central location.
gaileen
gaileen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 10, 2024
Good amenities and location, will stay here again.
Sandra
Sandra, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 23, 2025
Lovely super helpful staff at reception. Enjoyable stay would stay again
Janice
Janice, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 27, 2024
Very clean and the pub is great
Maureen
Maureen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2025
Was so lovely quiet very clean and comfortable
ACDC Welding
ACDC Welding, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 4, 2024
Great Location, close to Lake which was great to walking and Dining Out
Rhonda
Rhonda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2024
Great for a getaway, good location close to lake, walking distance to some bars/restaurants at the lake.