The Provincial Boutique Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (1275 reviews)
121 Lydiard Street North , Ballarat , au

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional service
Great location
Delicious food
Spacious rooms
Cons:
Cleaning product smell
Room size for some

Categories

Cleanliness
8.13
Some reviews mention cleanliness positively, while others hint at issues like the smell of cleaning products.
Service
9.1
Most reviews praise the exceptional service provided by staff, particularly at reception.
Location
9.14
Multiple reviews highlight the hotel's excellent location, conveniently close to transportation.
Room Quality
8.59
Several reviews mention spacious and comfortable rooms, with a few complaints about size.
Amenities
8.62
Amenities are generally appreciated, but some comments mention issues like WiFi quality.
Value for Money
8.58
Guests feel they received good value for the pricing, though some expected more comfort.
Food and Beverage
9.13
Food quality is frequently praised, including restaurant experiences and in-room dining.
Overall Experience
9.1
Overall satisfaction is very high, with guests expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 03:01

Property Description

Heritage Charm and Modern Comforts

Convenient Location
Situated steps away from Ballarat train station, The Provincial Boutique Hotel offers easy access to key attractions like the Art Gallery of Ballarat and Sovereign Hill.

Comfortable Accommodation
Renovated suites and apartments feature flat-screen TVs, DVD players, and minibars. Relax in the seating area or pamper yourself in the private bathroom with complimentary toiletries.

Fitness Center for Guests
Stay active during your stay with the on-site fitness center, perfect for a daily workout routine.

To experience a blend of heritage charm and modern comforts in the heart of Ballarat, book your stay at The Provincial Boutique Hotel now!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: MEL

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for AUD 75 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    People 11 years old and over stay for AUD 45 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1275 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.13
Service: 9.1
Location: 9.14
Room Quality: 8.59
Amenities: 8.62
Value for Money: 8.58
Food and Beverage: 9.13
Overall Experience: 9.1
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David • extended_group • au
9
2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Carol • couple • au
6
Disappointing!
Pros:

Not much at all; and we are not fussy and do not have high expectations.

Cons:

Very tiny room- opening the door to the bathroom we only just cleared the toilet bowl.
There were trip hazards everywhere - the most dangerous of which was a very steep step down from the very small bathroom to our very small
bedroom which made night time bathroom visits an OH & S hazard.
There was a tiny window that looked
into a very close neighbouring brick wall making the space very claustrophobic.
Had we been more assertive we would have insisted on a change of room or just left.

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Bev • couple • au
9
Pros:

A very friendly welcome

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Heather • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Central to everything. Railway station across the road. Room was beautiful and very clean. Whilst in a busy location, street noise could not be heard..

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Bagona • extended_group • au
10
Would definitely stay again. Room was beautiful.
Pros:

Beautiful room. Renovated a few years ago so bathrooms new and period features in the rooms.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Philip • couple • au
9
Pros:

Extremely comfortable and spacious. So good to stretch out in the room and on the terrace to enjoy a wine. Easy walk to shops, dinner and morning coffee if not at the hotel which also looked good.

Cons:

Did not realise it was so close to the train station and crossing. Just a little noisy when trains came through.

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Colleen • couple • nz
7
2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Vivien • couple • au
10
Pros:

Everything! The hotel was in an excellent location. Easy walking distance to numerous places to eat. The room was beautiful and the bed was super comfy! Had dinner one of the nights in the on site restaurant and the meal and service was amazing. Breakfast was just as good. Would definitely stay there again on my next visit.

Cons:

Nothing. Everything was great

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Neville • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

I liked the hotel and room. It was nice and had character.

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • au
8
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Brett • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Nathan • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Great central location

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Carolyn • solo_traveller • au
9
Beautiful hotel with cosy rooms.
Pros:

Great location, beautifully decorated, friendly staff and comfortable room. Quiet for being near a train station.

Cons:

Nothing - it was great.

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Voreen • couple • nz
10
Felt like a wee bit of luxury I wasn’t expecting
Pros:

Lovely decor, great bed & clean

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • family_with_children • au
8
A lovely place aside from the air freshener
Cons:

There is WAY too much air freshener which troublesome for people with migraines and allergies.

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Lauren • couple • au
8
A little bit of provenance at the Provincial
Pros:

Beautiful furniture and decor.

Cons:

We found the mattress too soft for our liking which meant an uncomfortable sleep but we have joint issues so it is to be expected wherever we stay!

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Jason • couple • au
8
Very comfortable, relaxing and elegant
Pros:

I liked the room and decor

Cons:

I didnt like the cleaners trolley parked outside my room (15) most of the time. They clwarlyhad a room to store ut but never did.

The train crossing bells will wake light sleepers

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Chris • couple • au
8
2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Vivian • couple • au
8
Very pleasant
Pros:

Loved the decor, it felt very welcoming & comfortable. The bed was a bit too soft for us, but we still slept quite well. We had breakfast in the restaurant which we thoroughly enjoyed....staff were excellent, as was the young lady on reception on our arrival. All in all, we would likely stay again when in the area.

Cons:

I did notice however, there were dirty handmarks on the edge of the bathroom door...they didn't appear to be new.!.....that was a bit disappointing as everything else was spotless.

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Chris • couple • au
8
2026-04-07 • via Nuitee