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Craig's Royal Hotel

0-star property
10 Lydiard St South, Ballarat, VIC 0508 053 286
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4.5 out of 5
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"this is in a great location, just off the main road and the ambience is fantastic! the staff couldn't be friendlier. if i had to pick on anything, it ... " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 14 Apr 2024

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Hotel Description

At Craig's Royal Hotel you'll be within steps of Her Majesty's Theatre and Ballarat Town Hall. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant, and a conference center.

All 41 individually decorated rooms feature free WiFi, iPod docks, and LCD TVs. Refrigerators and room service make in-room dining convenient. Premium linens invite a comfortable night's sleep, and you'll find nice touches like bathrobes and designer toiletries. Coffee/tea makers, free newspapers, and free bottled water are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.

The restaurant, The Gallery Restaurant, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Foyer Lounge is the hotel's own bar. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking.

Near this 4-star Ballarat hotel, you'll find Sovereign Hill.

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
NZ$149* Per night/room 29 Apr. - 30 Apr.

Royal Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Classic Single Room

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Royal Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Classic Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Craig's Royal Hotel ratings based on 214 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.5 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Craig's Royal Hotel

Everyone (130) Couples (65) Business (2) Family (15)
5 out of 5
this is in a great location, just off the main road and the ambience is fantastic! the staff couldn't be friendlier. if i had to pick on anything, it would be the view out of my window looking straight at another roof!, but i didn't go there to sit in my room! great place and will be back again

Posted by on 14 Apr. 2024

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5 out of 5
We found our stay at Craig’s excellent in every was. The accommodation was extremely comfortable. We enjoyed breakfast in the atrium and found the service impeccable

Posted by on 11 Apr. 2024

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5 out of 5
The property was close to everything we needed. I would say stay here it was the best. The staff are great it was very clean and had everything you needed.

Posted by on 8 Apr. 2024

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5 out of 5
It has been well maintained despite its age. Enjoyed our stay and would definately go back.

Posted by on 26 Mar. 2024

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5 out of 5

Posted by on 22 Mar. 2024

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4 out of 5
I really appreciated the historic aspects of the hotel, and the written history that was thoughtfully provided. But something that old is going to have its worn bits.

Posted by on 11 Mar. 2024

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4 out of 5
Lovely old building, lovely around the entrance area and really quiet liked the old lift. Generally the room was comfortable, clean but very small. You had everything you needed though, fridge, hairdryer and dressing gown. The only negative really that let it down was I felt a lot of the decor was tired and worn. Overall it was a lovely place to stay.

Posted by on 7 Mar. 2024

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2 out of 5

Posted by on 26 Feb. 2024

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5 out of 5
The history has beautiful chandeliers. Painting's grand in all respects. Service by staff.

Posted by on 3 Feb. 2024

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5 out of 5
We enjoyed everything about our stay. We will be back.

Posted by on 2 Feb. 2024

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About the Craig's Royal Hotel

Location 10 Lydiard St South, Ballarat, VIC VIC3350

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi. Tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Craig's Royal Hotel. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Parking is available for a fee. This 4-star Ballarat hotel is smoke free.

  • 41 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1853
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , WiFi (surcharge)

Parking

Free self parking , Free valet parking , Valet parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Train station: Ballarat Station (0.5 km / 0.3 mi)
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

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.

  • IPod dock
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • LCD television
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Newspapers (free)
  • Safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 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.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 8 PM

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
  • Masks are compulsory at the property

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

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National Rating

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.