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Palace in Ballarat

Castle in Ballarat with a hot tub

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Exterior
Game room
Terrace/patio
6 bedrooms, WiFi
Property grounds

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Lake Wendouree, VIC
  • Place, Lake Wendouree
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballarat Base Hospital
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, St John of God Hospital Ballarat
    ‪19 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Ballarat

Located in Lake Wendouree within a 5-minute walk of Lake Wendouree, this castle is within a mile (2 km) of Ballarat Base Hospital. Guestrooms at this castle include kitchens, fireplaces, and refrigerators.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Wendouree - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ballarat Base Hospital - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • St John of God Hospital Ballarat - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Ballarat Botanical Gardens - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Ballarat Town Hall - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Ballarat Station - 9 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Park Hotel - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Lake View Hotel - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Palace in Ballarat

Spend an unforgettable holiday in the beautiful, history filled city of Ballarat, a leisurely one-hour drive from Melbourne.
You will be staying in the heart of Ballarat in your own beautifully appointed room within a piece of history at Bishops Palace, a Heritage listed Gothic mansion. For those interested in history, this is a unique opportunity to become immersed in the brilliant architecture of the 1800’s.
Bishops Palace is one of the most imposing houses in Ballarat

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The price is $300
Nov 27 - Nov 28
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Hot tub

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • 6 bathrooms

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM

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.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12.

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this castle?

This castle is situated in Lake Wendouree within a short 4-minute walk of Lake Wendouree and also 18 minutes on foot from Ballarat Tramway Museum. You'll also find Sovereign Hill and St Patrick's Cathedral within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Palace in Ballarat?

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

Is this castle next to a casino?

No, this castle is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this castle?

No, this castle doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What do couples enjoy most about Palace in Ballarat?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this castle, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation and fireplaces in some.

Does Palace in Ballarat have a hot tub?

Yes, this castle has a spa tub.

Does this castle include breakfast service?

No, this castle doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this castle allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this castle.

Does Palace in Ballarat have connecting rooms?

No, this castle doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Palace in Ballarat?

No, at Palace in Ballarat, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

Palace in Ballarat Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jody T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Friends weekend

Absolutely amazing building, all furnishings were exquisite. They certainly don’t build them like the Bishop Palace. We all enjoyed this amazing experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024