“A classic heritage hotel dating back to the 1850s, this local landmark boasts 41 rooms & suites. Think patterned wallpapers, carved wooden beds — some four-posters — and rich burgundy, gold & white textiles. A popular restaurant & wine bar complete the picture. Great value in the centre of town.”
“A classic heritage hotel dating back to the 1850s, this local landmark boasts 41 rooms & suites. Think patterned wallpapers, carved wooden beds — some four-posters — and rich burgundy, gold & white textiles. A popular restaurant & wine bar complete the picture. Great value in the centre of town.”
Recommended For
- Local exploring
- A classic heritage hotel with a real sense of place, well-situated for discovering Ballarat & the gold rush
- Weddings
- Perfect for opulent weddings, the Grand Dining Room seats 110 guests with space for a dance floor
- Local markets
- Held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month, the lively Ballarat Farmers' Market is brilliant for picking up fresh produce
- Golf
- Play a round at one of the many nearby golf courses, including the Midlands Golf Course and Mount Xavier Golf Course
- Museums
- Tour the Art Gallery of Ballarat, which includes a collection of colonial-era, contemporary and indigenous artwork
- Learning
- Speak to the knowledgeable team about the fascinating history of the hotel
- Great walks
- Cycling
- Sights nearby
- Historic
- A historic hotel dating back to 1853, with original features including the cedarwood countertop of the wine bar
- Conference facilities
- Multiple events spaces include the Cellar, the Reading Room, the Grand Dining Room & the Prince's Room
- Restaurant
- Chef Ian Curley creates European-inspired cuisine using fresh local produce at The Atrium restaurant
- Less £
- Simple, single rooms are appealingly affordable
- Colonial
- A Victorian-era landmark
- Good wine list
- Designer
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Family Suites
- Full of character
- Lively area
- Opulent
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Grand Hotel
- Artworks
- Landmark
- Antiques
- Child friendly
- Retro/Vintage
- Disabled access
- Lively
- Traditional
- Charming
- Luxury
- Four poster beds
- Romantic
Facilities
- Conference facilities
- Multiple events spaces include the Cellar, the Reading Room, the Grand Dining Room & the Prince's Room
- Restaurant
- Chef Ian Curley creates European-inspired cuisine using fresh local produce at The Atrium restaurant
- Bar
- Sip top-notch Victoria wines at the atmospheric Corner wine bar
- Meeting Room
- Cots available
- Internet
- Walking distance restaurants
- No pets
- Private dining room
- Rooms with balcony/terrace
- Good wine list
- Bath robes
- Babysitting
- Laundry
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Lift
- EV Charging Station
- Suites
- Child friendly
- Sitting Room
- Room service
- Disabled access
- Family Suites
- Concierge
- Satellite / Cable TV
- Four poster beds
- Wifi
- Safe
- Air conditioning
- Parking
Activities
- Local markets
- Held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month, the lively Ballarat Farmers' Market is brilliant for picking up fresh produce
- Golf
- Play a round at one of the many nearby golf courses, including the Midlands Golf Course and Mount Xavier Golf Course
- Museums
- Tour the Art Gallery of Ballarat, which includes a collection of colonial-era, contemporary and indigenous artwork
- Learning
- Speak to the knowledgeable team about the fascinating history of the hotel
- Theatre
- Great walks
- Cycling
- Sights nearby
Map & Location
What's Nearby
Other Reviews
Craig's Royal Hotel - Hotel Review
"Positively dripping with character, this grand, gold-rush era hotel has been tenderly restored to its original splendour by a passionate local husband and wife team. Step back in time at this regional Victorian address, in what was once, for a short time, the world’s richest city."
Originally published by Telegraph Travel
