Miner's Retreat Motel

Motel within easy reach of Sovereign Hill

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Dates

December 2025

8

January 2026

Property grounds - Miner's Retreat Motel (Ballarat East)

Superior Twin Room (Hidden bunk bed available on request) | Pillowtop beds, desk, soundproofing, rollaway beds - Miner's Retreat Motel (Ballarat East)

Exterior - Miner's Retreat Motel (Ballarat East)

2-Bedroom Cabin | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle - Miner's Retreat Motel (Ballarat East)

In Ballarat East, Miner's Retreat Motel offers a serene getaway with free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities. Connect to the outdoors in the garden or start your day off right with a cooked-to-order breakfast.

Good

Popular amenities

Laundry facilities
Air conditioning
Free parking
Free WiFi

Main amenities (6)

Breakfast available
Room service
Air conditioning
Garden
Self-serve laundry
Picnic area

Feel at home (6)

Rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Laundry facilities

$106 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Dec 8 - Dec 9

Tomorrow

Dec 9 - Dec 10

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

2-Bedroom Cabin

Very good

Highlights

Balcony

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchen

Refrigerator

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Pillowtop beds, desk, soundproofing, rollaway beds

King Room (Hidden bunk bed available on request)

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

25 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Superior Twin Room (Hidden bunk bed available on request)

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

25 sq m
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds

Superior Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Heating

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Pillowtop bed

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

25 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Pool
Free parking
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

$66 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 14 - Dec 15

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About the neighborhood

604-610 Eureka Street, Ballarat East, VIC, 3350

What's nearby

Eureka Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Eureka Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Ballarat Wildlife Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Eureka Aquatic Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Sovereign Hill - 6 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 69 min drive
Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 71 min drive
Avalon Airport (AVV) - 78 min drive
Ballarat Station - 7 min drive
Elaine Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

‪Little Square Garage - ‬3 min drive
‪Hungry Jack's - ‬3 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Ballarat Leagues Club - ‬3 min drive
‪Hideaway - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Miner's Retreat Motel

Miner's Retreat Motel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Sovereign Hill. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 24 rooms
- Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in time starts at 2 PM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

- The property charges 2.6 percent for credit card payments
- The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (8 AM - 11:00 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (8 AM - 11:00 PM)
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
- This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking

Other information

- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–10 AM on weekdays and 8 AM–10 AM on weekends
Room service (limited hours)

What to do

Hiking/biking trails nearby
Fishing nearby

Services

Laundry facilities

Facilities

Garden
Picnic area

Room amenities

Be entertained

Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning and heating
Electric kettle

Sleep well

Soundproofed rooms
Pillowtop mattress
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave (on request)

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 6 to 30 for adults, and AUD 6 to 30 for children
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.6 percent

Children & extra beds

Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 15.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for AUD 15.0 per day

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.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Miner's Retreat Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Miner's Retreat Motel 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.