Craig's Royal Hotel

4 class rating
10 Lydiard Street South, Ballarat, VIC 0, Australia
Ballarat, Australia
+61 353 311 377
8.4
Very good
based on 1934 reviews
1,934 reviews
Fri 24/7
-
Sat 25/7
2 guests, 1 room
Deals from
$136
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Classic room, bed type unknown
$136
Superior room, 1 queen bed
$157
Deluxe room, 1 king bed
$192
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Bedroom
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Lounge
Other
Other
Bar
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Banquet hall
Banquet hall
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Stairs
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Prices
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Overview

Craig's Royal Hotel is located in Ballarat Central, a quick walk from Ballarat Fine Art Gallery and University Of Ballarat. It is close to the area's tourist hot spots and is within a 10-minute walk of Ballarat Railway Station.

Craig's Royal Hotel offers an all-hours reception, as well as valet parking and free Wi-Fi. For added convenience, it features luggage storage, a concierge and babysitting/child services.

Each room at Craig's Royal Hotel Ballarat provides a refrigerator and all the necessities for a comfortable stay. There are also honeymoon suites available.

Those wanting to eat at the hotel can head to the on-site restaurant, open for breakfast. A variety of drinks can be savoured at the in-house bar.

Tourist attractions close to Hotel Craig's Royal include Sturt Street Gardens and Eastern Oval. Foodies can find a wide range of restaurants in the area.

8.4
Very good
1934 reviews

Latest deals for Craig's Royal Hotel

Fri 24/7
-
Sat 25/7
Classic room, bed type unknown
$136
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 king bed
$192
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$271
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
$140
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$226
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
$230
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
$143
nightly with fees
Queen room, bed type unknown
$263
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$276
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
$145
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 king bed
$236
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$273
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
$145
nightly with fees
Classic room, 1 queen bed
$149
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 king bed
$233
nightly with fees
King room, 1 king bed
$351
nightly with fees
Superior room, 1 queen bed
$157
nightly with fees
Classic room, 1 queen bed
$176
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, 1 king bed
$232
nightly with fees
Classic room, bed type unknown
$176
nightly with fees
Standard Room, bed type unknown
$261
nightly with fees
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
$267
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Craig's Royal Hotel

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining table

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Spa bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Accessible parking
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Designated smoking area

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Bottle of water
  • 24-hour front desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Safe

General

  • Seating area
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Storage available

Parking and transportation

  • EV charging station
  • Parking
  • Private parking

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Kids meals

Outdoor

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Desk

Things to do

  • Gift shop

Reviews of Craig's Royal Hotel

8.4
Very good
1934 verified ratings
Wonderful
1051
Very good
444
Good
194
Okay
91
Fair
70
Mediocre
30
Poor
62

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's friendly and professional service, as well as its charming historic atmosphere and decor. The central location was appreciated for its convenience, and many found the period features and ambiance delightful. However, some guests experienced issues with bed comfort and occasional cleanliness concerns. Overall, the positive service and unique character of the hotel stood out in the reviews.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Service9.5 out of 10
Atmosphere9 out of 10
Location8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
Bed Comfort3 out of 10
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Location

10 Lydiard Street South, Ballarat, VIC 0

What's nearby

  • Her Majestys Theatre19 m
  • Ballarat Fine Art Gallery258 m
  • St Patrick's Cathedral0.5 km
  • Ballarat Railway Station0.5 km
  • Sturt Street Gardens0.7 km
  • Eastern Oval0.8 km
  • Gold Museum1.6 km
  • Sovereign Hill1.7 km
  • Lake Esmond1.9 km
  • Museum of Australian Democracy at Eureka2.3 km
  • Eureka Centre2.3 km
  • Lake Wendouree2.5 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Craig's Royal Hotel

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February
November
$153
$264
Cheapest month to stay with an average 11% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 45% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Craig's Royal Hotel

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Craig's Royal Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Craig's Royal Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and August.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Craig's Royal Hotel, plan to stay on a Sunday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Craig's Royal Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $140, while the most expensive was $240.
  • How long should you stay at Craig's Royal Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Craig's Royal Hotel

  • Where is Craig's Royal Hotel located?

    Craig's Royal Hotel is located at 10 Lydiard Street South in Ballarat Central, 0.8 km from the centre of Ballarat. Her Majestys Theatre is the closest landmark to Craig's Royal Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Craig's Royal Hotel?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Craig's Royal Hotel.

  • Does Craig's Royal Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Craig's Royal Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Craig's Royal Hotel from the airport?

    Craig's Royal Hotel is 75.4 km from Melbourne Avalon. Craig's Royal Hotel is 87.2 km from Melbourne.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Craig's Royal Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Craig's Royal Hotel in Ballarat and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Craig's Royal Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Craig's Royal Hotel.

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Distance to city centre

8.6
0.8 km

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