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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and large windows.

A hallway with a table featuring a lamp, a vase with flowers, and a fruit bowl.

A wooden staircase with a handrail, a framed picture on the wall, and a stained glass window.

A grey building with a black front door, a balcony, and a sign reading "Ballarat Premier Apartments."

1. Ballarat Premier Apartments

Ballarat Central, 2.4 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

natalka

￥23,949

￥26,344 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a desk with a laptop, a chair, and a small table with a lamp.

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.

2. Quest Ballarat Station

Soldiers Hill, 2.3 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Anthony

￥21,554

￥23,709 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A modern building with a grey facade, a glass door, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

A modern building with large sliding glass doors, a concrete patio, and a tree in the background.

A hallway with a metal radiator, a bed with white bedding, and a carpeted floor.

A dining table set with plates, cutlery, and wine glasses, with a fruit basket and a staircase in the background.

3. East 34

Ballarat East, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Susan

￥49,360

￥59,400 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A reception door with a sign indicating reception hours, a key return box, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A room with a desk, chair, television, and a door leading outside.

A hotel room with a dining area, a television, and a desk.

A residential area with a house, a driveway, and a garden with blooming flowers.

4. Victoriana Motor Inn

Ballarat East, 2.2 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

PHILIP

￥11,874

￥14,918 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, stainless steel appliances, and wooden flooring.

A brick building with a sign for 'Ballerat Suites' and 'Motor Inn.'

A modern living room with a large L-shaped sofa, a flat-screen TV on a stand, wooden flooring, and a ceiling fan.

5. Ballarat Suites

Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.6 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Robert

￥18,719

￥20,591 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a kitchenette.

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), 0.7 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Alireza

￥23,932

￥26,325 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A kitchen with a brick wall, a potted plant, a laptop, and a display case with pastries.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a blue herringbone backsplash, and a wooden countertop. There is a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a hallway leading to another room.

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a small table with a vase, a cabinet, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a blue patterned backsplash, and a round wooden dining table with chairs.

7. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

Ballarat Central, 2.3 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Frances

￥16,068

￥17,810 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A neatly made bed with white bedding and striped pillows, a bedside lamp, and a chair in a hotel room.

A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink, and a mirror above the sink.

A waterfront property with a dock, a boat, and a building with a white roof.

A swimming pool with a glass enclosure, a patio area with chairs, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor space.

8. Central City Motor Inn

Bakery Hill, 1.5 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Annatta

￥12,852

￥14,249 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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

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

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

A lobby with a reception desk, a potted plant, a patterned rug, and a staircase.

9. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 2.1 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Matthew

￥21,330

￥23,463 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a white fence and large windows.

A neatly made bed with a white and light blue quilt, a grey upholstered headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a counter with flowers, and a view of the outside through a window.

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a green lawn.

10. Oscar's Hotel

Ballarat Central, 2.2 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Kane

￥17,862

￥19,648 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A lobby with a leather sofa, a wooden table with fruit, and a chandelier.

A bar area with a wooden bar counter, bar stools, and a large mirror. There are bottles and glasses on the counter, and a potted plant is visible.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings and skylights, featuring checkered flooring and multiple dining tables and chairs.

A grand lobby with ornate chandeliers, a patterned carpet, and a staircase.

11. Craig's Royal Hotel

Ballarat Central, 2 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Marissa

￥14,873

￥16,490 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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 living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a kitchen in the background.

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

12. Quest Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 2.4 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Patricia

￥20,439

￥22,525 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A Victorian-style house with a prominent front porch, a brick facade, and a metal roof.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

A two-story house with a covered porch, large windows, and a visible chimney.

A modern hotel room with two single beds, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

13. Seymours on Lydiard

Soldiers Hill, 2.5 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Simon

￥15,268

￥16,964 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large window, and a view of the outdoor area.

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

14. Sovereign Hill Hotel

Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.9 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Tania

￥15,949

￥17,544 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

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 hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, two framed pictures on the wall, a door with a sign, and a window with curtains.

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

15. The Menzies Ballarat

Bakery Hill, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Justin

￥13,771

￥15,148 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area, and a bench outside.

A Comfort Inn & Suites sign, a street with cars, and a clear blue sky.

A brick building with a sign for Comfort Inn & Suites, featuring a blue awning and a clear blue sky.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

16. City Views Ballarat

Bakery Hill, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

"TV, microwave and kettle/toaster nice. Lights for some reason had no covers on them, too bright to leave on without the covers. Ended up finding them in the cupboard, carpet was a little sticky. Room wasnt available until a little after 2. Parking was limited car park was all filled up when we arrived back to hotel no where to park. We ended up leaving at 1130 pm to go back home. Would be suitable for couples or singles only staying a little while. Didnt suit us a family."

Sophie

￥13,816

￥15,198 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A wooden deck with a patio umbrella, a white fence, and a view of greenery through large windows.

A reception desk with a marble top, two vases with flowers, a small globe, and a sign reading 'AURA'.

A woman walking on a curved pathway surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A bathroom with a wooden vanity, a potted plant, and a mirror with a light.

17. Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.7 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Lynda

￥16,879

￥18,567 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

18. Sovereign Views Apartments

Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.4 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Sarah

￥14,835

￥16,406 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

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.

19. Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard

Ballarat Central, 2.1 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Jason

￥17,063

￥18,770 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A playground with slides and a wooden fence.

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

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

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.

20. Eureka Lodge Motel

Ballarat East, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Rhonda

￥12,797

￥15,791 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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Top Lake Esmond Botanical Garden Hotel Reviews

Mid City Ballarat

8/10 Good

"Very central within CBD & extremely large motel with huge amount of rooms. Rooms are in need of updating, (I have stayed in worse) but this was okay, bed comfortable, great tv, shower had great pressure & parking was great .. Cost of my room included breakfast which was good & had a reasonable array of food for breakfast. Overall I would use this motel again as pricing was about right for the standard of rooms, but needs a little bit of TLC Staff were very helpful and obliging also."

Lake Inn Ballarat

10/10 Excellent

"Great room. Everything was clean and tidy. I loved the idea of the grey face washer. Excellent."

Craig's Royal Hotel

8/10 Good

"Lovely old style country hotel. Rooms a little worn but comfortable with nice beds. Bathrooms are excellent and recently renovated. Staff were very helpful and accommodating."

Quest Ballarat Station

10/10 Excellent

"Relatively new complex, clean, friendly staff and conveniently located"

Quest Ballarat

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent service and accommodation"

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

8/10 Good

"Easy to access b/fast and restaurant. Quiet and rooms had plenty of room."

Barkly Motorlodge

8/10 Good

"easy accessibility, clean and well presented. Friendly welcome"

Bakery Hill Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Manager was super helpful with our two bikes. He took them to the storeroom every night and brought them out each morning. Really polite and helpful."

City Views Ballarat

10/10 Excellent

"Spacious. Easy with a family. Very close to everything (most is walking distance)."

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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)

Strike gold at this open-air museum, which tells the story of Ballarat’s first decade as a gold rush town with recreated buildings, goldmine tours and workshops.

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A historic building with a clock tower, a statue in front, and a flagpole with flags.

Ballarat Town Hall

8.6/10 (79 reviews)

Ballarat Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Ballarat, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the gardens or experience the area's art scene.

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Lake Esmond

10.0/10 (1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Esmond during your travels in Ballarat. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Gold Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Gold Museum in Ballarat. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Eureka Centre

8.8/10 (125 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Eureka Centre, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Ballarat. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

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Eureka Hall

6.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Ballarat with a stop at Eureka Hall. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

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Ballarat Wildlife Park

9.2/10 (117 reviews)

Explore the campus of Ballarat Wildlife Park, during your travels in Ballarat. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

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Her Majesty's Theatre

9.0/10 (50 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Her Majesty's Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Ballarat. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's art scene.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Esmond Botanical Garden?

Lake Esmond Botanical Garden is located in an area of Ballarat known for its interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 46 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Lake Esmond Botanical Garden?

Adjacent to Lake Esmond Botanical Garden, NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good options close by include Sovereign Hill Hotel and Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Lake Esmond Botanical Garden?

Expedia has 46 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Esmond Botanical Garden, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Lake Esmond Botanical Garden.

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What can I see and do near Lake Esmond Botanical Garden?

Sovereign Hill, Eureka Centre, and Ballarat Tramway Museum feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Her Majesty's Theatre, Kryal Castle, and Eureka Hall are must-sees while exploring the area. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Howitt Street Trig Station Natural Features Reserve, Ballarat North Bushland Reserve, and Flax Mill Swamp Wildlife Reserve.

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Our top choices for Lake Esmond Botanical Garden hotels

1. Ballarat Premier Apartments

2. Quest Ballarat Station

3. East 34

4. Victoriana Motor Inn

5. Ballarat Suites

6. Sovereign Park Motor Inn

7. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

8. Central City Motor Inn

9. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

10. Oscar's Hotel

11. Craig's Royal Hotel

12. Quest Ballarat

13. Seymours on Lydiard

14. Sovereign Hill Hotel

15. The Menzies Ballarat

16. City Views Ballarat

17. Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

18. Sovereign Views Apartments

19. Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard

20. Eureka Lodge Motel

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Top Lake Esmond Botanical Garden Hotel Reviews

Mid City Ballarat

Lake Inn Ballarat

Craig's Royal Hotel

Quest Ballarat Station

Quest Ballarat

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

Barkly Motorlodge

Bakery Hill Motel

City Views Ballarat

Other attractions near Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Sovereign Hill

Ballarat Town Hall

Lake Esmond

Gold Museum

Eureka Centre

Eureka Hall

Ballarat Wildlife Park

Her Majesty's Theatre

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