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Craig's Royal Hotel

4.0 star property

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A lobby with a leather sofa, a wooden table with fruit, and a chandelier.
A bar area with a wooden bar counter, bar stools, and a large mirror. There are bottles and glasses on the counter, and a potted plant is visible.
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings and skylights, featuring checkered flooring and multiple dining tables and chairs.
A grand staircase with ornate wooden balusters, a stained glass window above, and a red curtain at the bottom.
A grand lobby with ornate chandeliers, a patterned carpet, and a staircase.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is $114
$104 nightly
$114 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13

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10 Lydiard St South, Ballarat, VIC, VIC3350
  • Place, Her Majesty's Theatre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballarat Town Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Art Gallery of Ballarat
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Royal Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

A four-poster canopy bed with a wooden frame and red canopy, a sitting chair, a table with a vase, and a chandelier.

Royal Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a vanity with a mirror, a chandelier, a desk with a chair, and a view of the outside through a door.

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(49 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room

A classic hotel room with a wooden bed, a radiator, a framed picture on the wall, and a bathroom visible through an archway.

Classic Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Single Room

A hotel room with a wooden bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Classic Single Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Royal Room, 1 King Bed

A classic bedroom with a large wooden bed, a wardrobe, a desk, and a chair.

Royal Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Ballarat

With a stay at Craig's Royal Hotel in Ballarat (Ballarat Central), you'll be steps from Her Majesty's Theatre and Ballarat Town Hall. .This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Art Gallery of Ballarat and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from St Patrick's Cathedral.

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
  • St Patrick's Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sovereign Hill - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Grill'd - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chequers Chippery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Irish Murphy's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Boss Burger Co - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Okami - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Craig's Royal Hotel

Craig's Royal Hotel offers 41 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Ballarat hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Make yourself at home in one of the 41 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, while iPod docking stations help you enjoy your music in the comfort of your room. Private bathrooms with showers feature designer toiletries and bathrobes. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. This hotel also features wedding services and a ballroom.
For lunch or dinner, stop by The Gallery Restaurant, a restaurant that specializes in local and international cuisine. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and room service (during limited hours) is provided. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and meeting rooms.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
The Gallery Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Craigs Cafe and Larder - This coffee shop serves brunch and light fare.
Foyer Lounge - Onsite bar.
Craigs Bar - Onsite bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Craig's Hotel
Craig's Royal Hotel Ballarat Central
Craig's Royal Ballarat
Craig's Royal Hotel
Craig's Royal Hotel Ballarat
Craig's Royal Hotel Ballarat, Victoria
Craig's Royal Hotel Hotel
Craig's Royal Hotel Ballarat
Craig's Royal Hotel Hotel Ballarat

Craig's Royal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 503 out of 779 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 779 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 779 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 779 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 779 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Clean, comfortable, friendly staff, and a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel! Wonderful antiques and very comfortable! Great location, walkable to all of downtown! The room was very nice and the bathroom was swank!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful reminder of the opulence of the gold rush era. Excellent staff, good food and excellent service. Very well placed for exploring the city.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is just divine, gloriously restored! The only issue was the receptionist who was quite rude!! She was surly our whole visit!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely period decor, spotless, quiet Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can't wait to come back - staff were excellent, food in the restaurant was lovely, enjoyed sitting in a leather chair near the bar reading a book and enjoying a cider.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great mix of old and new
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and super clean room. Great bathroom facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is an old building (1850s) with rooms that have decor in an old and traditional style making staying there an experience in itself. Wife believes she saw a ghost on the second morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel excellent service good food. Very comfortable bedrooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
High standards hotel Friendly professional staff Will keep coming back 😊👍
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in a single room for one night. It was comfortable with an excellent bathroom. The staff were really lovely and the vegetable side dish on the dinner menu is 5 star. Definitely will come back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We didn't stay for breakfast, but did enjoy dinner the night before - food was delicious with generous portions. Loved the beauty and history of this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love the historical feeling of this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nicola Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely heritage hotel in the heart of Ballarat. Many original features including original sandblasted glass with 1850s motifs. The room was clean and comfortable. We stayed a week, and the room is only serviced on request. The staff are very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Campbell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at Craig's Royal Hotel, perfect time period hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Lovely old building
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay a lot of history in the building. Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, decor, ambience, service and amenities. Clean, quiet and comfortable. Lovely comfortable and classy foyer with genuine heritage appeal. Only criticism was surprisinly basic food and drink offerings.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room polite staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property had lots of character and the staff were lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful old building. Foyer/reception area feels grand & the heritage is preserved. Room decor is nice but the rooms are a too dated (grandma’s house) for my liking but could look beautiful if designed right. Mattresses are very soft. Rooms clean. Staff were great. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Warm, quiet rooms, friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025