Craig's Royal Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (2775 reviews)
10 Lydiard Street South , Ballarat , AU
+61 3 4344 4082

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Charming atmosphere
Friendly service
Good location
Cons:
Noisy room
Slow restaurant service
Poor food quality

Categories

Cleanliness
8.24
Room complaints about temperature and noise suggest areas needing improvement.
Service
9.21
Staff were friendly, but service was slow in the restaurant.
Location
9.25
Great location in the city center, close to attractions.
Room Quality
8.2
Rooms reported as uncomfortable with issues like noise and broken amenities.
Amenities
9.23
Good amenities were noted, including bath spa and historical decor.
Value for Money
8.19
Given the complaints about specific meal quality, value could be deemed less than expected.
Food and Beverage
7.74
Disappointment in food quality and meal delays noted.
Overall Experience
8.71
Overall charm and historical ambiance provide a satisfactory experience despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 22:47

Property Description

Elegant Boutique Rooms
Experience luxury at Craig's Royal Hotel with boutique-style rooms featuring elegant furnishings and modern amenities. Each room is equipped with a personal safe, work desk, flat-screen TV, and a marble bathroom for your comfort and convenience.

Dining and Entertainment
Indulge in exquisite dining options at the hotel's restaurant, offering delicious lunch and dinner menus. Don't miss the chance to savor a delightful high tea experience every Sunday from 14:00 onwards.

Convenient Location and Modern Facilities
Located just a 5-minute walk from Ballarat Railway Station, Hotel Craig's Royal provides easy access to nearby attractions like Sovereign Hill and Lake Wendouree. Enjoy modern conveniences such as free Wi-Fi access, Hydronic Heating in each room, Electric Vehicle Charging, and Secure Off-Street Parking during your stay.

Book now to elevate your stay at Craig's Royal Hotel and create unforgettable memories in Ballarat.

Important information:

Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

Parking spaces must be reserved in advance.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MEL

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 2775 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.24
Service: 9.21
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 8.2
Amenities: 9.23
Value for Money: 8.19
Food and Beverage: 7.74
Overall Experience: 8.71
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Dianne • couple • au
9
Just a one night visit but would definitely stay there again
Pros:

Very welcoming lady on reception and the character of the building and decor is exceptional. Very comfortable bed and pillows.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Dean • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Ellen • couple • au
6
Lovely old hotel but too noisy for us
Pros:

Lovely staff, beautiful old building, comfortable bed

Cons:

Noisy! We were unaware when we booked that this was a pokies hotel and that music would play until 5 am…..

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Trenton • solo_traveller • au
7
Historical but lacking a luxury experience
Pros:

The historical building was really nice. I have been to Craig’s in the past for High Tea and other functions which have all been enjoyable.

Cons:

For the price paid, the unloading of bags on the street and getting to the room was not enjoyable.
Having to call the Hotel for the parking door to be opened is strange and then walking through the pokies with luggage makes the experience feel cheap.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • solo_traveller • au
10
Loved it!
Pros:

Grandness of hotel & friendliness of staff.

Cons:

Check- out without check/ confirmation of expenses

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Leigh • solo_traveller • th
7
Expensive for what you get
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Expensive look around, lobby bar and restaurant noisy from pokie machines. Parking is paid only free is only before 9am until 6pm.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Rüdiger • couple • de
3
Es gibt bessere Hotels zu günstigeren Preisen
Pros:

Schönes Ambiente

Cons:

Spielautomaten neben der Bar. Hotel ist in die Jahre gekommen. Modernisierung überfällig. Zimmer ‚altbacken‘. Kein gutes Preis- und Leidtungsverhältnis. Für den geforderten Zimmerpreis nicht zu empfehlen.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Brenda • couple • au
8
Lovely
Pros:

The heritage aspect

Cons:

The poker machines

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Andrews • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

I love craigs the staff are so helpfull

Cons:

It was cold. On my room air con wasn't working

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Shane • couple • au
6
Ye Olde Pokie venue
Pros:

Loved the location. The old world charm in the oubluc areas was outstanding.

Cons:

The old world charm was overdone in the rooms. We know it's historical, but it's not so practical having 19th century furniture in a hotel. The other very disappointing aspect was that after 8am this magnificent hotel's bar closed down and the pub became just another boring, boring, boring pokie venue. Very disappointing

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Mandy • couple • au
7
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justin • couple • au
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Shayan • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Heather & Brian • couple • au
10
Excellent
Pros:

The breakfast was delcious!

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Timothy • couple • au
9
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Nicole • couple • au
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Belinda • extended_group • au
9
A true step back in the past, with perfect photographs and decor to match the history
Pros:

Old world grandeur, fabulous ornaments and beautiful furniture

Cons:

A bit claustrophobic for me, and as I am disabled, the bed was too high!!

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Kylie • couple • au
8
Beautiful heritage styled and comfortable accommodation
Pros:

Perfectly situated for what we were doing

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Ric • couple • au
8
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee