Oscar's Hotel

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with a coffee shop and a restaurant

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine
Interior
Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
Lobby
Deluxe Room, Bathtub | Living area | TV

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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18 Doveton Street South, Ballarat, VIC, 3350
  • Place, Ballarat Town Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballarat Base Hospital
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Sovereign Hill
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, Bathtub

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Suite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room

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

About the neighborhood

Ballarat

Located in Ballarat Central, Oscar's Hotel is adjacent to St Patrick's Cathedral and within a 5-minute walk of Ballarat Town Hall. This 4-star hotel has 13 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Ballarat Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Art Gallery of Ballarat - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • St John of God Hospital Ballarat - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ballarat Base Hospital - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Sovereign Hill - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Ballarat Station - 9 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Curry Star - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chequers Chippery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cobb’s Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Frangali's Kafeeneo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Midtown Cellars and Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Oscar's Hotel

Art Deco hotel with a coffee shop and a restaurant
Oscar's Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a terrace. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a ballroom, and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs. Refrigerators, minibars, and electric kettles are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: AUD 8 to 22 for adults and AUD 8 to 22 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Oscars

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property has two event spaces. Guests should expect a high level of noise until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30.0 per stay

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 full breakfast: approximately AUD 8 to 22 for adults, and AUD 8 to 22 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Parties and events (including other events) are allowed on site
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-9 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Parties and events (including other events) are allowed on site.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Oscars Ballarat
Oscars Hotel
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Oscar's Hotel Ballarat
Oscar's Ballarat
Oscar's Hotel & Cafe Bar Ballarat, Victoria
Oscar's Hotel Ballarat Central
Oscar's Ballarat Central
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Oscar's Hotel?

Oscar's Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Oscar's Hotel?

As of Oct 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oscar's Hotel on Nov 3, 2025 start from $103.61, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near Oscar's Hotel?

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

Is there parking available at Oscar's Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Oscar's Hotel have a casino?

No, Oscar's Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Oscar's Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Oscar's Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a minibar as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does Oscar's Hotel have a hot tub?

No, but some guestrooms at this hotel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does Oscar's Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Oscar's Hotel serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Oscars.

Will Oscar's Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Oscar's Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does Oscar's Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Oscar's Hotel?

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

Reviews

Oscar's Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 346 out of 551 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 551 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 551 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 551 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 551 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frances Lee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great historical hotel in the heart of Ballarat. The room was up to date and the staff was helpful with our luggage. We ate in the hotel restaurant and the food was delicious and the service excellent. There was no problem with parking on site, especially upon our late night return from the Sovereign Hill Aura event.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damon

Great rooms and service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay at Oscars

We enjoyed our stay. The room was lovely, staff helpful and restaurant was great. Karine in the dining room was fantastic. She was very attentive, pleasant and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Staff and food nice old world room,next tme would not stay in a front room as there is al lot of truck noise all night
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee-Anne

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madelaine

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely huge bathroom, big room for king bed and a trundle! Great staff and very comfortable stay 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very comfortable overnight stay with wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Miles

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. Great room. Very comfortable bed. Unfortunately no guest laundry as noted on wotif and parking was a little difficult.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Francis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, convenient, friendly staff. Small room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Barb

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
We sat in the restaurant for drinks and then ordered dinner when we were ready to eat. We could cruise along at our pace and the staff catered to our requests.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and good dining
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, friendly staff, well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lionel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend this hotel, wish we had more than a one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

One night for Christmas

Christmas night stay so knew that there would be restrictions. The hotel advised us well beforehand that there would be no reception or restaurant facilities. Communication was excellent. Small problem with the tv remote that was easily fixed. Very comfortable sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Never disappoints!

Love Oscars. Staff very attentive, friendly and helpful. Rooms always spotless and comfortable. Dined in and the food was high quality and service once again very good. Always the place to stay when I’m in Ballarat
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024