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Craig's Royal Hotel

4.0 star property

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Royal Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Royal Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Living area | LCD TV, iPod dock
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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10 Lydiard St South, Ballarat, VIC, VIC3350
  • Her Majesty's Theatre
    1 min walk
  • Ballarat Town Hall
    2 min walk
  • Art Gallery of Ballarat
    3 min walk

Room options

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Classic Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Single Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Royal Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Royal Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Royal Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Royal Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 43 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Craig's Royal Hotel

4-star Ballarat hotel close to Sovereign Hill
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, 2 bars/lounges, and a conference center. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a coffee shop/cafe, self parking, and conference space are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Craig's Royal Hotel offers 41 accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Ballarat hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The hotel offers a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's 2 bars/lounges. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Ballarat hotel also offers multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance. Concierge services and wedding services can be provided. Onsite parking is available (surcharge).

Craig's Royal Hotel is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
The Gallery Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Craigs Cafe and Larder - This coffee shop serves brunch and light fare.
Foyer Lounge - Onsite bar.
Craigs Bar - Onsite bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured, uncovered self parking on site (AUD 10 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: AUD 15 to 100 for adults and AUD 15 to 100 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Craigs Bar
  • Craigs Cafe and Larder
  • Foyer Lounge
  • The Gallery Restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1853
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 15 to 100 for adults, and AUD 15 to 100 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: AUD 10 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Craig's Hotel
Craig's Royal Hotel Ballarat Central
Craig's Royal Ballarat
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Craig's Royal Hotel Ballarat
Craig's Royal Hotel Ballarat, Victoria
Craig's Royal Hotel Hotel
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Craig's Royal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 377 out of 555 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 118 out of 555 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 555 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 555 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 555 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Trina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing. Extremely helpful and made our experience memorable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hospitality dining issues at Craig's
The overall experience was very good in a top-rate traditional property. However our dining experience at the Atrium on Saturday night was spoilt by the poor service of the two staff on duty. At the completion of our main course they ignored our table) even though the room was about one-third occupied) for about half an hour to remove our plates and for us to request the dessert menu. Both staff were not cognisant of the wishes of the diners at all tables. They need better training in Hospitality.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Amenities
Overnight for function- staff excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmel

Traveled with group
I was first in Ballarat at Teacher’s College in the early 60’s. The hotel was iconic then. Loved my stay. The food was very good, too. Will be back in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really loved the heritage style of this hotel, the old fashioned lift added authentic charm to the venue.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rodney

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked that the hotel had its old charm, the lift was still working that made my day has it's an old lift that you dont see much of these days
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Agatha

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. Bathroom needs a fan or some fresh air because it was a bit musty. I know we’re unusual, but it was very warm so thank goodness for the ability to open the window (something you can’t do in most hotels!). Food in the restaurant quite good and service kind and attentive. Had to search for a dropped AirPod and discovered that under the bed had not been vacuumed in a long time. It would be a real challenge in maintaining this property - and it’s charming!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Beautiful old hotel with old world charm. Carpet on stairs threadbare is places which can be a little dangerous.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The architecture and decor of Craig’s is simply fabulous. However fake plants and floral displays really cheapen the look. The room was less than expected - booked 12 months in advance and I poured over the supplied photos and description to make my selection. Overall a pleasant stay but I would not return.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Faye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Craig’s Royal Hotel. The accommodation was lovely and comfortable, the food in the restaurant was delicious and generous, and all the staff were so kind and obliging, nothing was too much trouble. We would highly recommend Craig’s Royal Hotel and would definitely stay here again. Thank you to all the management and staff who made our stay enjoyable and memorable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to Ballarat Central and city restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

ARCHITECTURAL

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Yeoun

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Safe, quiet, easy parking , close to town
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

ISSE

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Ron

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The elevator is a icon The reception staff great Now you have major problems 1- No staff i the bar area. Several people including me awaitimg 10 - 15 minutes to find a staff member to assist Some people walked off and up the road 2- I spilt hot chocolate all over the table. As i went ti get help from the 3 staff members in the morning doing ver little. No one seemed interested in the assistance nor cared to ask could they help. I got rags and cleaning rags to mop up and clean up the mess. This is very poor After i had cleaned as much as i could I stopped a staff member bringing a coffee in for someone and let them know that i did my best but its still amess. I beleived that until i said something no one cared at all!!!!!!!!! The parking is bad having to park in the street. You should look for a area that is set aside for your patrons
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

william

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful weekend stay.
Beautiful hotel, full of atmosphere, it’s like stepping back in time, light fittings are especially beautiful, we stayed for two nights and would recommend Craig’s royal hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

icha

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very hot. Music playing all night. But the staff were very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Vincent

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel requires to do renovation
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mhinez I

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024