Ballarat Premier Apartments

Hotels
9.4 (926 reviews)
2 Lyons Street South , Ballarat , au

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Comfortable rooms
Great location
Value for money
Cons:
Choppy wifi
Confusing key return

Categories

Cleanliness
9.3
Generally clean with some minor concerns about amenities.
Service
9.8
Service was standard quality for this hotel tier.
Location
9.8
Excellent location, close to everything needed.
Room Quality
9.5
Rooms were spacious and comfortable.
Amenities
9
Amenities were mostly good but some brands could improve.
Value for Money
9.3
Great value for the quality of the stay.
Food and Beverage
8.8
Not explicitly mentioned but typical for the venue.
Overall Experience
9.7
Overall experience was excellent.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 14:43

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts
Step back in time at Ballarat Premier Apartments, originally built in 1901, where Victorian-era décor meets modern amenities like flat-screen TVs.

Convenient Location
Located centrally in Ballarat, just a 10-minute walk from Federation University and a short 6-minute drive to Lake Wendouree. Enjoy easy access to dining and shopping options within a 5-minute walk.

Luxurious Accommodations
Choose from self-contained apartments and deluxe rooms, each equipped with a refrigerator and a sofa. Indulge in rooms with a kitchen or kitchenette, and for a touch of luxury, select suites offer a fireplace, spa bath, or balcony. Don't miss the grand chandelier in all Heritage rooms.

Experience the perfect blend of history and comfort at Ballarat Premier Apartments.

Important information:

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Ballarat Premier Apartments in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that a banking fee of 1.2% charge applies when paying by Visa or Mastercard and 1.5% charge applies when paying by American ExpressPlease 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for AUD 20 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for AUD 30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    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.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 926 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.3
Service: 9.8
Location: 9.8
Room Quality: 9.5
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 9.3
Food and Beverage: 8.8
Overall Experience: 9.7
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Dianne • solo_traveller • au
9
Heritage Weekend.
Pros:

The old world charm and the exceptional light fittings. The rooms present beautifully.
The building and ambience is beautiful and so we felt part of the rich history of Ballarat.

Cons:

Not wanting to detract from the wonderful apartment, but a couple of improvements needed.
The water in the handbasin in the bathroom did not drain well.
The rubbish bin needed a place to sit rather than in front of the draws.
We tried to get onto the balcony but the windows was stiff and did not have proper pins to hold it in place.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • au
10
Luxury Stay in the hills
Pros:

Everything, gas heater, the ambiance, chandelier.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Jasnoor • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Alana • family_with_children • au
10
2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Simon • solo_traveller • au
4
Pros:

Beautiful place

Cons:

Dripping tap disturbed sleep apt 5

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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George • couple • au
9
Lovely
Pros:

Beautiful ambience

Cons:

The chandelier in the room is superb but it would have been nice to have another nice lamp in the room for some mood lighting.

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Ron • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Very nice room. Open fire, chandelier. Comfy bed.lots os space.

Cons:

No reception. Code for room didn't work. Staff were close by to rectify.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Fred • couple • au
9
A beautiful room for a stay in Ballarat and extremely well located!
Pros:

Very comfy bed, beautiful room and furnishings. Spacious bathroom. A warm welcome.

Cons:

A stand for our bags/case would be handy.
As I have limited mobility a grab bar in the shower would be helpful.

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • solo_traveller • au
10
Stunning accommodation, highly recommended
Pros:

Stunning building, chandeliers and high ceilings. Very clean and well appointed rooms. Communication excellent

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Julie • extended_group • au
10
We thoroughly recommend Ballarat Premier Apartments, especially for groups who want to stay together.
Pros:

The properly accommodated the 4 of us very well, having 3 bedrooms was great.

Cons:

Can’t fault anything about the place.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Alistair • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

Nice old building

Cons:

Had to eat on end of tv table. TV would be better on the wall. No shelf by the basin in the bathroom. No hand towel next to basin.

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Dianne • family_with_children • au
10
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Vivien • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Sam • couple • au
9
Pros:

Location was great, you can walk to restaurants and cafes.

Cons:

The room was pretty much sound proof however could hear the room next door opening and shutting there door, they are heavy door ms which make significant noise . The doors are so close to each other. Apart from that it was great.

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Scott • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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Graham • solo_traveller • au
9
Special and relaxing.
Pros:

Location, beautifully furnished and very comfortable.

Cons:

Sadly we had requested a downstairs and assured room due to our luggage. However the room upstairs was amazing. Good exercise unloading the car including golf clubs to carry upstairs.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Mary • couple • au
9
Great location nice and quiet for city stay
Pros:

Location due to medical procedure , it was nice and quiet and rooms well setup
There is an electric frypan but no cook top nice and close to food outlets and late night chemist
There is no out door view at all we stayed in the apartment

Cons:

Could not get code to work on arrival to access keys.
No one answered the reception phone I called all 5 numbers, one response is a message saying leave a message ! Not helpful we did get in with in about 20 mins though just a bit frustrating when you don’t feel well.
No out door out look at all

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Heidi • couple • au
10
A weekend away full of history with accomodation to match. Exceptional.
Pros:

Excellent location. Beautiful building inside and out very comfortable room.

Cons:

Everything was fine.

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Helen • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-04-26 • via Nuitee