“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
  • 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
  • Learning

    • Speak to the knowledgeable team about the fascinating history of the hotel
  • 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

  • Great walks

  • Artworks

  • Cycling

  • Landmark

  • Antiques

  • Child friendly

  • Retro/Vintage

  • Sights nearby

  • Disabled access

  • Lively

  • Traditional

  • Charming

  • Luxury

  • Four poster beds

  • Romantic

Facilities

  • Rooms

    41 rooms in this hotel
  • 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

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

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