Craig's Royal Hotel  

On historic Lydiard Street in the heart of Ballarat Central, a short stroll from Ballarat Town Hall and minutes by car from Sovereign Hill and Her Majesty’s Theatre. This boutique heritage hotel sits amid the city's gold‑rush landmarks and civic attractions.

Opened in 1853 and recently restored, Craig’s Royal blends Victorian grandeur with boutique comfort across 41 individually decorated guestrooms. Expect period features in the public rooms, ensuite bathrooms with designer toiletries and bathrobes, in‑room refrigerators, LCD TVs and iPod docking stations.

Free Wi‑Fi throughout, concierge services, gift shop/newsstand, 24‑hour front desk and multilingual staff. On‑site conveniences include an ATM, tour desk, elevator access and parking. Wake up to views over historic Lydiard Street and Ballarat’s civic square.

A full conference center, meeting rooms and banquet/ballroom spaces support events and weddings, backed by dedicated event staff and on‑site Wi‑Fi and front‑desk services.

The Gallery Restaurant serves local and international cuisine, complemented by a coffee shop/café and two bars/lounges. Room service is available during limited hours and breakfast is served daily with both cooked‑to‑order and continental options.