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Craig's Royal Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 bars/lounges, near Sovereign Hill

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Near Sovereign Hill, Craig's Royal Hotel offers an elegant escape. Indulge in The Gallery Restaurant's local and international cuisine for breakfast, lunch, or dinner while staying connected with free in-room WiFi. Explore the nearby historic sites or unwind at one of the 2 bars.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Conference space
  • Multilingual staff

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
The current price is $98
$108 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13

Why we love this property

Flavorful dining options
A restaurant serves local and international cuisine at this hotel. Guests can also enjoy 2 bars, a cafe, and cooked-to-order breakfast.
Cozy bedroom indulgence
Drift off in premium bedding with blackout drapes ensuring total darkness. Slip into plush bathrobes in curated rooms with individual decor.

Room options

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Royal Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Royal Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Single Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Single Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Royal Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Royal Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
10 Lydiard St South, Ballarat, VIC, VIC3350

What's nearby

  • Her Majesty's Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Ballarat Town Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Art Gallery of Ballarat - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ballarat Base Hospital - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sovereign Hill - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 78 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 78 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 79 min drive
  • Ballarat Station - 6 min walk
  • Elaine Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yellow Espresso - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grill'd - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Frangali's Kafeeneo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Irish Murphy's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cobb’s Coffee - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Craig's Royal Hotel

Craig's Royal Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Sovereign Hill. For a bite to eat, guests can check out The Gallery Restaurant, which serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The helpful staff and overall property condition get good marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 41 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 1853
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

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.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 15 to 100 for adults, and AUD 15 to 100 for children

Policies

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.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

National rating

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

Also known as

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Craig's Royal Hotel Ballarat Central
Craig's Royal Ballarat
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Frequently asked questions

Does Craig's Royal Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Craig's Royal Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Craig's Royal Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Craig's Royal Hotel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Craig's Royal Hotel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Craig's Royal Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Craig's Royal Hotel and nearby?

Craig's Royal Hotel has 2 bars.

Are there restaurants at or near Craig's Royal Hotel?

Yes, The Gallery Restaurant offers local and international cuisine.

What's the area around Craig's Royal Hotel like?

Craig's Royal Hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Ballarat Station and 3 minutes' walk from Art Gallery of Ballarat.

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