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Craig's Royal Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near Sovereign Hill

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Near Sovereign Hill, Craig's Royal Hotel offers an elegant escape. Indulge in The Gallery Restaurant's local and international cuisine for breakfast, lunch, or dinner while staying connected with free in-room WiFi. Explore the nearby historic sites or unwind at one of the 2 bars.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Conference space
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
The current price is CNY717
CNY789 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1

Why we love this property

Flavorful dining options
A restaurant serves local and international cuisine at this hotel. Guests can also enjoy 2 bars, a cafe, and cooked-to-order breakfast.
Cozy bedroom indulgence
Drift off in premium bedding with blackout drapes ensuring total darkness. Slip into plush bathrobes in curated rooms with individual decor.

Room options

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(45 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Single Room

7.8 out of 10
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(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Royal Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
10 Lydiard St South, Ballarat, VIC, VIC3350

What's nearby

  • Her Majesty's Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ballarat Town Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Art Gallery of Ballarat - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St Patrick's Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sovereign Hill - 2 min drive - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 78 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 78 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 79 min drive
  • Ballarat Station - 6 min walk
  • Elaine Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grill'd - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chequers Chippery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Irish Murphy's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Okami - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cobb’s Coffee - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Craig's Royal Hotel

  • Craig's Royal Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Sovereign Hill. For a bite to eat, guests can check out The Gallery Restaurant, which serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The helpful staff and overall property condition get good marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 41 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 1853
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

The Gallery Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Craigs Cafe and Larder - This coffee shop serves brunch and light fare.
Foyer Lounge - Onsite bar.
Craigs Bar - Onsite bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 15 to 100 for adults, and AUD 15 to 100 for children

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher 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. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Also known as

Craig's Hotel

Craig's Royal Hotel Ballarat Central

Craig's Royal Ballarat

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Frequently asked questions

Does Craig's Royal Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Craig's Royal Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Craig's Royal Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Craig's Royal Hotel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Craig's Royal Hotel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Craig's Royal Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Craig's Royal Hotel and nearby?

Craig's Royal Hotel has 2 bars.

Are there restaurants at or near Craig's Royal Hotel?

Yes, The Gallery Restaurant offers local and international cuisine.

What's the area around Craig's Royal Hotel like?

Craig's Royal Hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Ballarat Station and 3 minutes' walk from Art Gallery of Ballarat.

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Reviews

Craig's Royal Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were great with enjoyable dining and prompt friendly service. (5 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

High standards hotel Friendly professional staff Will keep coming back 😊👍
Geoff, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel excellent service good food. Very comfortable bedrooms.
Kevin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We didn't stay for breakfast, but did enjoy dinner the night before - food was delicious with generous portions. Loved the beauty and history of this hotel.
Jenny, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room, decor, ambience, service and amenities. Clean, quiet and comfortable. Lovely comfortable and classy foyer with genuine heritage appeal. Only criticism was surprisinly basic food and drink offerings.
Anthony, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Beautiful old building. Foyer/reception area feels grand & the heritage is preserved. Room decor is nice but the rooms are a too dated (grandma’s house) for my liking but could look beautiful if designed right. Mattresses are very soft. Rooms clean. Staff were great. Great location.
Lisa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spotless room polite staff
Steve, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

All good as always
John, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The hotel is beautifully preserved honoring a by gone era. The staff are friendly and attentive. Although we stayed on a 40deg day and the aircon struggled to keep the room cool and the soft mattress and heavy bedding are not suited to extreme heat
Tim, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The old character and decor of the hotel. The fantastic, comfortable rooms. Like stepping back in time. Fantastic value for money in a beautiful historic city.
Simon, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The property had lots of character and the staff were lovely.
Kristina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and bathroom too
Kate, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Warm, quiet rooms, friendly staff!
Phil, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice room that suited my needs
Angelique, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the history of this hotel. Beautifully preserved and maintained, with exception to the carpet in the lift, which has seen some rough days with lughgage. Our room felt like a bit of a dud, way at the back of the hotel with a brick wall and roof view. Incredibly comfortable room and bed though. Could do with plugs easier to find, rather than behind bed at skirting level, but historic hotel so allowances made. Wonderful welcoming staff. A gorgeous place to stay.
Roz, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A wonderful old hotel, retaining the atmosphere of its glory days, but with modern amenities and a good restaurant.
Catherine Grace, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was beautifully renovated with many original fittings. It is in a great location for shopping and dining, with all the major stores within walking distance. The staff were very nice and replied promptly to some questions I had before check in. I was only there overnight and didn't get up in time for breakfast but the menu looked great. My only very minor negative comment would be that the bed was very creaky. I would definitely stay there again next time I visit Ballarat.
Debbie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place to stay. Although I didn't eat there, the areas looked clean and inviting. Room was clean and sheets sharp and clean. Everything for a sales rep would want for a good nights accommodation.
GREG, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Location / ambiance / township/ restaurant
Helen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Historical and renovated tastefully.
Nicholas, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good hygiene for this old historical building. Very convinient location. Tv remote control can only channel down not up. Other than cups and glasses, cannot find anything else, called reception, no one bothered to answer the call.
Chen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location close to Ballarat Central and city restaurants.
Phil, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and comfortable, convenient to the city centre, interesting history nicely preserved
Karen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Beautifully decorated in old world style. A good restaurant inside hotel with great coffee. Staff are friendly and parking available.
Donna, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Single bed creaked and the room was too warm. It was very clean and quiet. Beautiful old building!
Margaret, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great place and added bonus we got a free room upgrade!
Rubi, 2-night trip