Oscars Hotel and Cafe Bar

Hotels
8.6 (858 reviews)
18 Doveton Street, South , Ballarat , au

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly staff
Clean accommodations
Delicious food
Cons:
Noise from outside
Stairs in the building
Limited soundproofing
Issues with luggage assistance

Categories

Cleanliness
8.31
Multiple reviews highlight the cleanliness of the rooms, though some mentioned noise issues indicating potential disturbances.
Service
8.78
Guests frequently praised the friendly and helpful staff, contributing positively to their experiences.
Location
9.02
Locations were highlighted as excellent, central, and convenient for accessing local attractions.
Room Quality
8.47
Rooms were generally described as comfortable and well-furnished, though some noted noise issues.
Amenities
8.6
The presence of good restaurants and unique building features were appreciated, despite a few criticisms.
Value for Money
8.36
Solid value was noted in reviews, though minor inconveniences were pointed out.
Food and Beverage
8.71
The food quality received numerous compliments, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the stay.
Overall Experience
8.58
Overall satisfaction was high, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 03:04

Property Description

Unique Boutique Accommodation: Oscars Hotel is a one-of-a-kind boutique hotel with stunning art décor, centrally located in Ballarat.

Luxurious Amenities: Each guest room is equipped with air conditioning, a DVD player, and a flat-screen TV. The en suite bathrooms feature complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer, with some rooms even offering a relaxing bath.

Delicious Dining Options: Indulge in a delicious breakfast at Oscar's Restaurant, offering a wide selection of morning favorites. The bar serves a variety of drinks, including local and international beers.

Experience luxury and comfort at Oscars Hotel in Ballarat. Book your stay now for an unforgettable experience!

Important information:

On Sunday's the check out time is 11am

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

Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with an American Express credit card.

Please note from Friday and Saturday nights, until midnight, you may experience noise disturbances from the 2 function rooms.

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a (Visa, Mastercard) credit card.Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 858 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.31
Service: 8.78
Location: 9.02
Room Quality: 8.47
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 8.36
Food and Beverage: 8.71
Overall Experience: 8.58
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Susan • couple • au
9
A beautifully restored historic hotel with exceptional staff, outstanding dining, and a perfect CBD location.
Pros:

The staff very extremely helpful. A gorgeous old building with heaps of character and beautifully renovated.
The position was perfect in the central business district. Shopping plaza across the road. The meals were exceptional. Parking at the rear of the building. Would definitely stay here again.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Gunit Singh • couple • in
8
Nice
Pros:

Food was delicious

Cons:

A bit smaller room

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Darlene • extended_group • au
8
Lovely place to stay
Pros:

Location and dining experience

Cons:

it was a bit noisy on the Saturday night.
The shower recess needs a shower caddy and the shower floor tiles are very slippery.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Cooper • couple • au
9
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Kate • couple • au
10
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Norina • couple • au
10
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • au
10
A fantastic stay
Pros:

The room was modern and clean.

Cons:

There was some party noise on the Saturday but I didn’t mind.

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Billy • solo_traveller • au
8
Was a warm winter weekend
Pros:

Warm and inviting

Cons:

No staff around at night

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Julie • couple • au
10
Very comfy bed and pillows. Loved having room service.
Pros:

Central to shops

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Nancy • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Faizal • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

How clean and how the staff are so nice

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Mandy • couple • au
10
Cosy, clean rooms. Great atmosphere and delicious food.
Pros:

Everything. Have stayed a few times at Oscars and loved it every time. Great location. Rooms are well appointed, cosy and clean. We ate at the restaurant both nights and the food was delicious.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Stevens • solo_traveller • au
9
Ticks all the boxes
Pros:

Friendly staff, comfortable bed and pillows, clean, off street parking, great location, vegan menu in restaurant

Cons:

The plumbing in the shower needed some attention. We called and let the establishment know the specifics.

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • au
9
Great location nice warm restaurant
Pros:

The young man who greeted us was absolutely fantastic

Cons:

Restaurant food was a little overpriced

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Philip • couple • au
9
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • extended_group • au
8
Well located and a great price.
Pros:

It was very comfortable, staff were helpful and the room was clean. The location was perfect. The breakfast was delicious and served promtply. A great experience. The only fault was a lack of hooks for the towels inside the bathroom.

Cons:

The only fault was a lack of hooks for the towels inside the bathroom. Also - it would have been good to have an entry available in the Hot Chocolate Festival at Oscars to try!

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Alison • couple • au
9
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • au
8
Pros:

Location was great. Good cafe bar downstairs. Room good. Reasonable value for money. Parking available on property.

Cons:

A bit of road noise. A/c unit control poor, no way to have it run to just break the cold without overheating the room.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Helen • couple • au
8
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • couple • au
9
Stayed a few times and always the same: great staff
Pros:

Great staff

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee