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A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a desk with a laptop, a chair, and a small table with a lamp.

A modern hotel with a spacious entrance, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

1. Quest Ballarat Station

Soldiers Hill, 2.3 km from Lake Esmond

Anthony

P7,576

P8,333 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and large windows.

A grey building with a black front door, a balcony, and a sign reading "Ballarat Premier Apartments."

A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a chandelier.

A hallway with a table featuring a lamp, a vase with flowers, and a fruit bowl.

2. Ballarat Premier Apartments

Ballarat Central, 2.4 km from Lake Esmond

natalka

P8,112

P8,923 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A reception door with a sign indicating reception hours, a key return box, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A two-story building with a brick exterior and a covered porch.

A hotel room with a dining area, a television, and a desk.

A residential area with a house, a driveway, and a garden with blooming flowers.

3. Victoriana Motor Inn

Ballarat East, 2.2 km from Lake Esmond

P5,050

P6,217 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A brick building with a sign for 'Ballerat Suites' and 'Motor Inn.'

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, stainless steel appliances, and wooden flooring.

4. Ballarat Suites

Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.5 km from Lake Esmond

Robert

P7,519

P8,271 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A large indoor swimming pool with blue tiles, lounge chairs, and a brick wall with a welcome sign.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a wine display.

A dining area with a fireplace, wooden panel walls, a table set with plates, cutlery, and glasses, and a chair with a leather seat.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a kitchenette.

5. Sovereign Park Motor Inn

Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.7 km from Lake Esmond

Alireza

P9,045

P9,950 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A kitchen with a brick wall, a potted plant, a laptop, and a display case with pastries.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a blue patterned backsplash, and a round wooden dining table with chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a blue herringbone backsplash, and a wooden countertop. There is a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a hallway leading to another room.

A historic building with a prominent dome and arched windows, labeled as the Provincial Hotel.

6. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

Ballarat Central, 2.2 km from Lake Esmond

Renee

P6,782

P7,460 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A neatly made bed with white bedding and striped pillows, a bedside lamp, and a chair in a hotel room.

A swimming pool with a glass enclosure, a patio area with chairs, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor space.

A Motor Inn building with a balcony, a sign indicating a vacancy, and a pool area.

A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink, and a mirror above the sink.

7. Central City Motor Inn

Bakery Hill, 1.4 km from Lake Esmond

Annatta

P5,612

P6,173 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern cafe with a glass front display case, outdoor seating, and a visible street view.

A lobby with a checkered floor, wooden doors, and a seating area with potted plants.

A grand hallway with a tiled floor, a chandelier, and a staircase with a wooden railing.

A bar area with stools, a counter, and a brick wall.

8. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 2.1 km from Lake Esmond

Matthew

P8,568

P9,424 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a white fence and large windows.

A building with a sign reading "OSCAR'S" on the front.

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a green lawn.

A neatly made bed with a white and light blue quilt, a grey upholstered headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

9. Oscar's Hotel

Ballarat Central, 2.1 km from Lake Esmond

Kane

P6,489

P7,138 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A single-story building with a covered porch and a patio area.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a brick pathway.

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop and bar stools, a dining table, and a large window overlooking a forested area.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in stove, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

10. NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.3 km from Lake Esmond

Richard

P6,441

P7,085 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A brick building with a reception area, columns, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a chair, a TV, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and an oven. There is a dining table with two chairs and a vase with flowers.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a small workspace with a laptop and a lamp.

11. Quest Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 2.4 km from Lake Esmond

Leanne

P8,377

P9,215 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A lobby with a leather sofa, a wooden table with fruit, and a chandelier.

A grand staircase with ornate wooden balusters, a stained glass window above, and a red curtain at the bottom.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings and skylights, featuring checkered flooring and multiple dining tables and chairs.

A bar area with a wooden bar counter, bar stools, and a large mirror. There are bottles and glasses on the counter, and a potted plant is visible.

12. Craig's Royal Hotel

Ballarat Central, 1.9 km from Lake Esmond

Marissa

P6,493

P7,143 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A two-story building with a gabled roof and a covered porch.

A brick barbecue grill, picnic table, and a house in the background.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large window, and a view of the outdoor area.

13. Sovereign Hill Hotel

Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.9 km from Lake Esmond

Catherine

P6,529

P7,182 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A Victorian-style house with a prominent front porch, a brick facade, and a metal roof.

A two-story house with a covered porch, large windows, and a visible chimney.

A modern hotel room with two single beds, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

A hallway with wooden flooring, white walls, and framed pictures on the walls.

14. Seymours on Lydiard

Soldiers Hill, 2.5 km from Lake Esmond

P6,814

P7,495 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern entrance with a potted tree, a wooden door, and a clear view of the street outside.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, two framed pictures on the wall, a door with a sign, and a window with curtains.

A wooden staircase with a handrail leading to a second floor. There is a small table and a blue sofa on the lower level.

A modern building with a flat roof, a balcony, and a car parked in front.

15. The Menzies Ballarat

Bakery Hill, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond

Gabriel

P4,307

P4,738 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area, and a bench outside.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A compact living space with a sofa, a desk, a television, and an air conditioning unit.

A Comfort Inn & Suites sign, a street with cars, and a clear blue sky.

16. City Views Ballarat

Bakery Hill, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond

Kate

P4,890

P5,379 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern outdoor dining area with a wooden deck, a table with chairs, and a view of the kitchen and living space through a glass door.

A modern interior with a dining area, sofa, and a balcony with a view.

A modern interior with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, a dining table with chairs, wooden beams on the ceiling, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a small table, a remote control, and a window with a view of trees.

17. Eureka Stockade Holiday Park

Ballarat East, 1.7 km from Lake Esmond

Brendan

P9,127

P9,127 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A long corridor with large windows and a view of the rooftop.

A grand staircase with a chandelier, a wooden floor, and a table with a floral arrangement.

A reception area with a wooden floor, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view of the street.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a chandelier.

18. Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard

Ballarat Central, 2 km from Lake Esmond

Jason

P9,389

P10,371 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A wooden deck with a patio umbrella, a white fence, and a view of greenery through large windows.

A building with a brick facade, a sign for 'Billy's Distilled Bar', and a 'Mercure' sign.

A bathroom with a wooden vanity, a potted plant, and a mirror with a light.

A reception desk with a marble top, two vases with flowers, a small globe, and a sign reading 'AURA'.

19. Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.7 km from Lake Esmond

Patricia

P7,958

P8,754 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A playground with slides and a wooden fence.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and a chair.

A flat-screen TV displaying a Netflix interface with 'Frankenstein's Monster, Frankenstein' and 'Stranger Things' visible. A remote control is on a stand in front of the TV.

A park with a pavilion, picnic tables, a playground, and a body of water in the background.

20. Eureka Lodge Motel

Ballarat East, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond

Rhonda

P5,892

P7,143 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Esmond

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Quest Ballarat Station	9.6 Exceptional 606 reviews	View
Ballarat Premier Apartments	9.8 Exceptional 474 reviews	View
Victoriana Motor Inn	9.4 Exceptional 727 reviews	View
Ballarat Suites	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Sovereign Park Motor Inn	9.4 Exceptional 802 reviews	View

Top Lake Esmond Hotel Reviews

Craig's Royal Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely old-world experience staying at this hotel. Period furniture, whole building tastefully refurbished. Quality food in the dining room. Highlight is a ride in the historic gated lift!"

The Provincial Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very quiet and clean. Staff were very helpful and the hotel was in close proximity to town."

Mid City Ballarat

10/10 Excellent

"Would have been awesome if the pool was open but otherwise great staff and a great stay."

The Menzies Ballarat

8/10 Good

"Central location, one night stay, easy parking. Adequate facilities"

Bakery Hill Motel

8/10 Good

"Clean room, comfortable and nice staff."

NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

8/10 Good

"It was clean and tidy. The staff were good."

Quest Ballarat Station

10/10 Excellent

"Exceptionally friendly & helpful staff; new facilities & super clean. Great position to shops, restaurants & attractions."

Victoriana Motor Inn

8/10 Good

"Good location, clean property and met all of my requirements. Front door bell broken and there is a weird system where the front door has to open for the reception to be notified. Better signage needed on that. Also wifi password not included in check-in materials but wsa told that it had been provided, where it hadn't. Apart from that, everything worked as needed!"

Sovereign Hill Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were amazing and very helpful"

Other attractions near Lake Esmond

A historical town with wooden buildings, a fenced mining area, and a clear blue sky.

Sovereign Hill

9.2/10 (820 reviews)

Strike gold at this open-air museum, which tells the story of Ballarat’s first decade as a gold rush town with recreated buildings, goldmine tours and workshops.

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A historic building with a clock tower and ornate architecture at twilight.

Ballarat Town Hall

8.6/10 (79 reviews)

Ballarat Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Ballarat, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the gardens or experience the area's art scene.

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Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

9.4/10 (33 reviews)

After visiting Lake Esmond Botanical Garden, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ballarat. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

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Gold Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Gold Museum in Ballarat. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Eureka Centre

8.8/10 (125 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Eureka Centre, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Ballarat. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

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Eureka Hall

6.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Ballarat with a stop at Eureka Hall. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

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Ballarat Wildlife Park

9.2/10 (117 reviews)

Explore the campus of Ballarat Wildlife Park, during your travels in Ballarat. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

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Her Majesty's Theatre

9.0/10 (50 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Her Majesty's Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Ballarat. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's art scene.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Esmond?

Lake Esmond is located in Ballarat. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 46 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Lake Esmond?

Adjacent to Lake Esmond, NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good choices close by include Sovereign Hill Hotel and Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre.

How many hotels are there near Lake Esmond?

Expedia has 46 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Lake Esmond.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Esmond, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Lake Esmond.

What can I see and do near Lake Esmond?

Sovereign Hill, Eureka Centre, and Ballarat Tramway Museum feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Her Majesty's Theatre, Kryal Castle, and Eureka Hall are must-sees while exploring the area. Enjoy the outdoors at Lake Esmond Botanical Garden, Howitt Street Trig Station Natural Features Reserve, or Ballarat North Bushland Reserve.

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Our top choices for Lake Esmond hotels

1. Quest Ballarat Station

2. Ballarat Premier Apartments

3. Victoriana Motor Inn

4. Ballarat Suites

5. Sovereign Park Motor Inn

6. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

7. Central City Motor Inn

8. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

9. Oscar's Hotel

10. NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

11. Quest Ballarat

12. Craig's Royal Hotel

13. Sovereign Hill Hotel

14. Seymours on Lydiard

15. The Menzies Ballarat

16. City Views Ballarat

17. Eureka Stockade Holiday Park

18. Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard

19. Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

20. Eureka Lodge Motel

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Top Lake Esmond Hotel Reviews

Craig's Royal Hotel

The Provincial Boutique Hotel

Mid City Ballarat

The Menzies Ballarat

Bakery Hill Motel

NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

Quest Ballarat Station

Victoriana Motor Inn

Sovereign Hill Hotel

Other attractions near Lake Esmond

Sovereign Hill

Ballarat Town Hall

Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Gold Museum

Eureka Centre

Eureka Hall

Ballarat Wildlife Park

Her Majesty's Theatre

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