Craig's Royal Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with bars, near Sovereign Hill

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Lobby sitting area
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Royal Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Terrace/patio
Royal Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Living area | LCD TV, iPod dock
Staircase

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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10 Lydiard St South, Ballarat, VIC, VIC3350
  • Place, Ballarat Town Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballarat Base Hospital
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Sovereign Hill
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Royal Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)
  • 43 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Classic Single Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Royal Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Ballarat

Located in Ballarat Central, Craig's Royal Hotel is next to Her Majesty's Theatre and Ballarat Town Hall. This 4-star hotel has 41 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a conference center.

What's nearby

  • Her Majesty's Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Ballarat Town Hall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Art Gallery of Ballarat - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ballarat Base Hospital - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sovereign Hill - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Ballarat Station - 6 min walk
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Curry Star - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chequers Chippery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Yellow Espresso - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cobb’s Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Frangali's Kafeeneo - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Craig's Royal Hotel

Hotel with bars, near Sovereign Hill
Guests of Craig's Royal Hotel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a conference center. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include free newspapers, a banquet hall, and wedding services.
Guests can enjoy LCD TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer designer toiletries and bathrobes, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. IPod docks, refrigerators, and coffee makers are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: AUD 15 to 100 for adults and AUD 15 to 100 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Craigs Bar
  • Craigs Cafe and Larder
  • Foyer Lounge
  • The Gallery Restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1853
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 15 to 100 for adults, and AUD 15 to 100 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-8 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Craig's Royal Hotel?

Craig's Royal Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to Craig's Royal Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Ballarat Central, just steps from Her Majesty's Theatre and Ballarat Town Hall, and within a short walk of Art Gallery of Ballarat. You'll also find Sovereign Hill and Gold Museum within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Craig's Royal Hotel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does Craig's Royal Hotel feature a casino?

No, Craig's Royal Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Craig's Royal Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Craig's Royal Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and bathrobes as well as 2 bars.

Does Craig's Royal Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Craig's Royal Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Craig's Royal Hotel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at The Gallery Restaurant.

Will Craig's Royal Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Craig's Royal Hotel.

Does Craig's Royal Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies at Craig's Royal Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at Craig's Royal Hotel offer a balcony.

Does Craig's Royal Hotel have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at Craig's Royal Hotel if that's in your vacation plans.