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A dining area with a large window, a chandelier, and a wooden cabinet with a picture.

A living room with a brick fireplace, a leather sofa, a coffee table with decorative items, and a television displaying a news program.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a variety of food items and kitchenware.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a large island with stools.

1. Helen's Homestead

14.7 km from Federation University Australia

Shelley

￥8,744

￥12,083 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A brick building with a reception area, columns, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a small workspace with a laptop and a lamp.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and an oven. There is a dining table with two chairs and a vase with flowers.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a chair, a TV, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

2. Quest Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 8.1 km from Federation University Australia

Leanne

￥20,298

￥22,412 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and bar stools.

A red brick building with a sign reading "Motel Reception & Entry Apartments."

A narrow kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

A reception desk with a sign indicating reception hours from 7 AM to 9 PM.

3. Lake Inn Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 8.9 km from Federation University Australia

Donna

￥20,197

￥22,217 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A two-story building with a gabled roof and a covered porch.

A brick barbecue grill, picnic table, and a house in the background.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A cozy living room with a brick fireplace, a comfortable sofa, a patterned rug, and a large window with blinds.

4. Sovereign Hill Hotel

Golden Point (Ballarat), 5.9 km from Federation University Australia

Catherine

￥16,480

￥18,128 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A long corridor with large windows and a view of the rooftop.

A grand staircase with a chandelier, a wooden floor, and a table with a floral arrangement.

A reception area with a wooden floor, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view of the street.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a chandelier.

5. Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard

Ballarat Central, 7.8 km from Federation University Australia

Jason

￥22,867

￥25,154 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A large indoor swimming pool with blue tiles, lounge chairs, and a brick wall with a welcome sign.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a wine display.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, toaster, sink, and a small refrigerator.

A dining area with a fireplace, wooden panel walls, a table set with plates, cutlery, and glasses, and a chair with a leather seat.

6. Sovereign Park Motor Inn

Golden Point (Ballarat), 6.6 km from Federation University Australia

Alireza

￥25,366

￥27,903 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A playground with slides and a wooden fence.

A park with a pavilion, picnic tables, a playground, and a body of water in the background.

A park with a playground, a pool, and covered seating areas.

A flat-screen TV displaying a Netflix interface with 'Frankenstein's Monster, Frankenstein' and 'Stranger Things' visible. A remote control is on a stand in front of the TV.

7. Eureka Lodge Motel

Ballarat East, 6.8 km from Federation University Australia

Rhonda

￥14,426

￥17,583 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A restaurant interior with wooden barrels, a chalkboard menu, and shelves of jars.

A modern building with multiple floors and large windows, surrounded by a well-maintained grassy area and trees.

A golf course with a pond, a building with multiple floors, and surrounding greenery.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a built-in bathtub, and a balcony with a view of the outdoors.

8. RACV Goldfields Resort

20.2 km from Federation University Australia

Deirdre

￥22,267

￥24,769 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted light.

A kitchen with storage shelves holding various food items, a microwave, and a sink area.

A small kitchenette with a microwave, refrigerator, and a white cabinet.

A pool area with a fenced pool, a red building, and a white building with numbered rooms in the background.

9. Avenue Motel

Alfredton, 11.8 km from Federation University Australia

Susan

￥12,140

￥13,354 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A neatly made bed with white linens and a rolled towel, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with sheer curtains.

A kitchen with a sink, microwave, and cabinets.

A covered outdoor seating area with brick walls and a row of chairs.

A quiet residential street with houses, well-maintained lawns, and mature trees.

10. Miner's Retreat Motel

Ballarat East, 6.7 km from Federation University Australia

James

￥14,387

￥17,495 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern entrance with a potted tree, a wooden door, and a clear view of the street outside.

A modern building with a flat roof, a balcony, and a car parked in front.

A wooden staircase with a handrail leading to a second floor. There is a small table and a blue sofa on the lower level.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, sink, and dishwasher. There is a small stool and a window with a view of the outside.

11. The Menzies Ballarat

Bakery Hill, 7.5 km from Federation University Australia

Gabriel

￥11,952

￥13,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.

A modern hotel with a spacious entrance, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a laptop, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery and a building.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

12. Quest Ballarat Station

Soldiers Hill, 8.2 km from Federation University Australia

Anthony

￥21,271

￥23,398 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A modern cafe with a glass front display case, outdoor seating, and a visible street view.

A grand hallway with a tiled floor, a chandelier, and a staircase with a wooden railing.

A bar area with stools, a counter, and a brick wall.

A covered terrace with wicker furniture, ornate railings, and a view of historic buildings.

13. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 7.8 km from Federation University Australia

Matthew

￥21,625

￥23,787 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A mobile home with a porch, a set of outdoor steps, and potted plants.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a built-in oven, microwave, and a toaster. There is a window with blinds, a trash bin, and a door leading to another room.

A living room with a sofa, a TV on a stand, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a red and green leaf-patterned bedspread, a white chair, a small table, and a lamp on a bedside table.

14. Woodmans Hill Motel

7.7 km from Federation University Australia

Liam

￥12,140

￥13,354 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Helen's Homestead	9.8 Exceptional 159 reviews	View
Quest Ballarat	9.4 Exceptional 794 reviews	View
Lake Inn Ballarat	9.4 Exceptional 857 reviews	View
Sovereign Hill Hotel	8.8 Excellent 721 reviews	View
Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard	9.2 Wonderful 297 reviews	View

Top Federation University Australia Hotel Reviews

Craig's Royal Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely old-world experience staying at this hotel. Period furniture, whole building tastefully refurbished. Quality food in the dining room. Highlight is a ride in the historic gated lift!"

The Provincial Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very quiet and clean. Staff were very helpful and the hotel was in close proximity to town."

Club Wyndham Ballarat, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic place to stay great amenities and close to everything"

Mid City Ballarat

10/10 Excellent

"Would have been awesome if the pool was open but otherwise great staff and a great stay."

The Menzies Ballarat

8/10 Good

"Central location, one night stay, easy parking. Adequate facilities"

Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Great little gem of a place"

NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

8/10 Good

"It was clean and tidy. The staff were good."

Quest Ballarat Station

10/10 Excellent

"Exceptionally friendly & helpful staff; new facilities & super clean. Great position to shops, restaurants & attractions."

Victoriana Motor Inn

8/10 Good

"Good location, clean property and met all of my requirements. Front door bell broken and there is a weird system where the front door has to open for the reception to be notified. Better signage needed on that. Also wifi password not included in check-in materials but wsa told that it had been provided, where it hadn't. Apart from that, everything worked as needed!"

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A historical town with wooden buildings, a fenced mining area, and a clear blue sky.

Sovereign Hill

9.2/10 (820 reviews)

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Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

9.4/10 (33 reviews)

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10.0/10 (1 review)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Federation University Australia?

Federation University Australia is located in Ballarat. You'll find 112 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Federation University Australia?

Sovereign Hill Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and conference space. It's located 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Federation University Australia. Other good options within a few miles include Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre and Mid City Ballarat.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Federation University Australia?

Expedia has 112 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Federation University Australia.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Federation University Australia, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Federation University Australia.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Federation University Australia?

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What can I see and do near Federation University Australia?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Sovereign Hill and Eureka Centre. Her Majesty's Theatre, Eureka Hall, and St Patrick's Cathedral are landmarks that you won't want to miss. Spend some time wandering around Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve, Buninyong H21 Bushland Reserve, and Lake Esmond Botanical Garden.

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Our top choices for Federation University Australia hotels

1. Helen's Homestead

2. Quest Ballarat

3. Lake Inn Ballarat

4. Sovereign Hill Hotel

5. Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard

6. Sovereign Park Motor Inn

7. Eureka Lodge Motel

8. RACV Goldfields Resort

9. Avenue Motel

10. Miner's Retreat Motel

11. The Menzies Ballarat

12. Quest Ballarat Station

13. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

14. Woodmans Hill Motel

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Top Federation University Australia Hotel Reviews

Craig's Royal Hotel

The Provincial Boutique Hotel

Club Wyndham Ballarat, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Mid City Ballarat

The Menzies Ballarat

Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments

NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

Quest Ballarat Station

Victoriana Motor Inn

Other attractions near Federation University Australia

Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve

Sovereign Hill

Ballarat Bird World

Union Jack Education Area

Buninyong H18 Bushland Reserve

Buninyong H21 Bushland Reserve

Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Lake Esmond

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