The Best Hotels Closest to Lake Wendouree in Ballarat for 2026

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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.

1. Quest Ballarat Station

Soldiers Hill, 2.4 km from Lake Wendouree

Anthony

￥21,329

￥23,462 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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

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

A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a chandelier.

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

2. Ballarat Premier Apartments

Ballarat Central, 2.1 km from Lake Wendouree

natalka

￥20,366

￥22,402 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a picture on the wall.

3. Lake Inn Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 1 km from Lake Wendouree

Donna

￥20,304

￥22,335 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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 patterned backsplash, and a round wooden dining table with chairs.

A historic building with a prominent dome and arched windows, labeled as the Provincial Hotel.

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

4. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

Ballarat Central, 2.4 km from Lake Wendouree

Renee

￥16,803

￥18,521 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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 building with a sign reading "OSCAR'S" on the front.

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

5. Oscar's Hotel

Ballarat Central, 2.3 km from Lake Wendouree

Kane

￥16,292

￥17,922 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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

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

6. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 2.4 km from Lake Wendouree

Matthew

￥21,710

￥23,881 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

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

A grand staircase with ornate wooden balusters, a stained glass window above, and a red curtain at the bottom.

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

7. Craig's Royal Hotel

Ballarat Central, 2.5 km from Lake Wendouree

Marissa

￥15,467

￥17,112 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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 hallway with wooden flooring, white walls, and framed pictures on the walls.

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

8. Seymours on Lydiard

Soldiers Hill, 2.3 km from Lake Wendouree

Julie

￥14,510

￥16,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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.

9. The Menzies Ballarat

Bakery Hill, 3.1 km from Lake Wendouree

Gabriel

￥12,016

￥13,218 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

A compact living space with a sofa, a desk, a television, and an air conditioning unit.

10. City Views Ballarat

Bakery Hill, 3.1 km from Lake Wendouree

Kate

￥12,391

￥13,630 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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, a microwave, and an oven. There is a dining table with two chairs and a vase with flowers.

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

11. Quest Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 2.1 km from Lake Wendouree

Leanne

￥20,644

￥22,772 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An outdoor café with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a brick building in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a microwave, a kettle, a coffee maker, a telephone, and a table with chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a small table with a lamp.

A building with a red roof and large windows, a fountain, and various flowers in the foreground.

12. Ambassador Motor Inn Ballarat

Alfredton, 2.4 km from Lake Wendouree

Kay

￥14,260

￥15,686 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A patio with metal chairs and a table, surrounded by a potted plant with white flowers and a neatly trimmed hedge.

A wooden fence with a sign for Lake Wendovere Luxury Apartments on Grove.

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a red rug, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a dining table with white chairs, and a window providing natural light.

13. Lake Wendouree Luxury Apartments

Lake Wendouree, 0.8 km from Lake Wendouree

Greg

￥27,345

￥32,570 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a small table, and a mirror. There is a door leading to another room and a window with curtains.

A reception desk with a framed artwork, a bulletin board, and a welcome sign.

A swimming pool with a fenced area, a covered seating area, and a building in the background.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden desk, a grey sofa, and a small kitchen area with a microwave and refrigerator.

14. Alfred Motor Inn

Alfredton, 3.2 km from Lake Wendouree

Ra'ed

￥11,984

￥13,183 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, towel rack, toilet, and a trash can.

A brick building with a covered patio area featuring outdoor seating and air conditioning units.

A brick building with a sign reading "BAKERY HILL MOTEL".

15. Bakery Hill Motel

Bakery Hill, 3.2 km from Lake Wendouree

Lindy

￥13,203

￥14,523 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

An outdoor terrace with a covered seating area, including tables and chairs, and a glass railing.

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

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

16. Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard

Ballarat Central, 2.5 km from Lake Wendouree

Jason

￥22,946

￥25,241 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A room with a large vertical garden wall, a staircase, and a patterned carpet.

A table set for dining with wine glasses, bottles, and a candle.

A reception area with a staircase, a reception desk, and a view of a green wall with plants.

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

17. Mid City Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 2.2 km from Lake Wendouree

cleudeny Diek

￥13,136

￥15,569 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

A motel with a parking lot and a row of purple flowers in the foreground.

18. Avenue Motel

Alfredton, 2.9 km from Lake Wendouree

Susan

￥12,188

￥13,407 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

Two single beds with black and white striped bedding, a wooden headboard, and a bedside lamp.

A hallway with wooden flooring, white walls, and black-framed doors.

A kitchenette with an LG microwave, a toaster, a coffee maker, and a toaster oven.

19. The Eastern Hotel Accommodations

Ballarat East, 3.1 km from Lake Wendouree

Stuart

￥7,821

￥10,837 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

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

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

A patio with wicker furniture, including a chair and a table.

20. Helen's Homestead

20.6 km from Lake Wendouree

Shelley

￥8,869

￥12,221 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Wendouree

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Quest Ballarat Station	9.6 Exceptional 606 reviews	View
Ballarat Premier Apartments	9.8 Exceptional 474 reviews	View
Lake Inn Ballarat	9.4 Exceptional 856 reviews	View
The Provincial Boutique Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 1,030 reviews	View
Oscar's Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 580 reviews	View

Top Lake Wendouree Hotel Reviews

Lake Inn Ballarat

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and staff helpful and Air conditioning was nice and parking was easy"

Craig's Royal Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The room had a heritage feel and clean and staff very helpful and the Air conditioning was good."

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"

Bakery Hill Motel

8/10 Good

"Clean room, comfortable and nice staff."

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."

The Provincial Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very friendly, helpful staff. Comfortable room, conveniently located. Our favourite place to stay in Ballarat."

Sovereign Hill Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were amazing and very helpful"

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St Patrick's Cathedral

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Australian Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial

Find out about the history of Ballarat with a stop at Australian Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's museums.

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Ballarat Botanical Gardens

9.4/10 (591 reviews)

Find out about the history of Ballarat when you spend time at Ballarat Botanical Gardens. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

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Ballarat Tramway Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Ballarat Tramway Museum in Ballarat. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

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Ballarat Aquatic and Leisure Centre

Enjoy an outing to Ballarat Aquatic and Leisure Centre during your stay in Ballarat.

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Ballarat Golf Club

8.6/10 (91 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Ballarat at Ballarat Golf Club. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

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Eureka Stadium

9.2/10 (16 reviews)

Catch an event at Eureka Stadium during your trip to Ballarat. Wander the gardens and lakeside in the area.

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Flax Mill Swamp Wildlife Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Flax Mill Swamp Wildlife Reserve, a lovely green space in Ballarat.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Wendouree?

Lake Wendouree is located in Ballarat. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 10 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Lake Wendouree?

Located a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Lake Wendouree, Lake Inn Ballarat is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good choices within 5 miles include Mid City Ballarat and Quest Ballarat Station.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Lake Wendouree?

Expedia has 10 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Lake Wendouree.

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

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Lake Wendouree.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lake Wendouree?

To access more information about updating your stay near Lake Wendouree or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Lake Wendouree?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Sovereign Hill, Eureka Centre, or Ballarat Tramway Museum. Explore landmarks like Her Majesty's Theatre, St Patrick's Cathedral, and Eureka Hall. Enjoy the outdoors at Lake Esmond Botanical Garden, Ballarat North Bushland Reserve, or Flax Mill Swamp Wildlife Reserve.

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Our top choices for Lake Wendouree hotels

1. Quest Ballarat Station

2. Ballarat Premier Apartments

3. Lake Inn Ballarat

4. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

5. Oscar's Hotel

6. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

7. Craig's Royal Hotel

8. Seymours on Lydiard

9. The Menzies Ballarat

10. City Views Ballarat

11. Quest Ballarat

12. Ambassador Motor Inn Ballarat

13. Lake Wendouree Luxury Apartments

14. Alfred Motor Inn

15. Bakery Hill Motel

16. Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard

17. Mid City Ballarat

18. Avenue Motel

19. The Eastern Hotel Accommodations

20. Helen's Homestead

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Top Lake Wendouree Hotel Reviews

Lake Inn Ballarat

Craig's Royal Hotel

Mid City Ballarat

The Menzies Ballarat

Bakery Hill Motel

NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

Quest Ballarat Station

The Provincial Boutique Hotel

Sovereign Hill Hotel

Other attractions near Lake Wendouree

St Patrick's Cathedral

Australian Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial

Ballarat Botanical Gardens

Ballarat Tramway Museum

Ballarat Aquatic and Leisure Centre

Ballarat Golf Club

Eureka Stadium

Flax Mill Swamp Wildlife Reserve

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