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Top 10 Hotels Near Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

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East 34

East 34

4.0 star property
Ballarat East, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"This is probably the best accommodation I have ever stayed in, I really didn't want to leave. The attention to detail was amazing and this was the perfect family accommodation and the location was great! I'm going to book my next stay!!"
Australia
Susan
The price is RM1,289
RM1,532 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
East 34
Indoor pool
Sovereign Park Motor Inn

Sovereign Park Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.7 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (767)
"Wonderful Staff, Easy Chekin, clean room, walkable distance & premium experience. Kids love indoor swimming pool..Thank you so much to give this wonderful & memorable experince. Definitely will stay in our next visit."
Australia
Arvind
The price is RM427
RM470 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Sovereign Park Motor Inn
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Ballarat Suites

Ballarat Suites

4.0 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.6 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"It was clean spacious, amazing sleep and the staff were just perfect "
Australia
Kathleen
The price is RM397
RM436 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Ballarat Suites
Property entrance
Quest Ballarat Station

Quest Ballarat Station

4.0 star property
Soldiers Hill, 2.3 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (516)
"Very friendly staff and handy to the train station"
Australia
Howden
The price is RM631
RM694 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Quest Ballarat Station
Minibar, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Ballarat Premier Apartments

Ballarat Premier Apartments

4.5 star property
Ballarat Central, 2.4 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (463)
"Stunning room with simple check in/out. Close to food and shopping. Limited parking but was fine for our quick overnight stay. Would definitely stay again."
Australia
Rhianna
The price is RM518
RM570 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Ballarat Premier Apartments
Street view
NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

4.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.4 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (493)
"Great spot for a family visiting Sovereign Hill to stay. We walked there easily with 2 kids. Great amenities for families."
Australia
sarah
The price is RM423
RM466 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Victoriana Motor Inn

Victoriana Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Ballarat East, 2.2 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (667)
"Very spacious room, super clean and the lady that helped me check in way extremely happy and nice. Very nice place to stay. "
United States
Amanda
The price is RM332
RM406 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Victoriana Motor Inn
Minibar, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Central City Motor Inn

Central City Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Bakery Hill, 1.5 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (481)
"Friendly Service, comfortable, convenient, and reasonable price"
Australia
Peter
The price is RM344
RM378 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Central City Motor Inn
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
The Provincial Boutique Hotel

The Provincial Boutique Hotel

5.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 2.3 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (974)
"Very clean, close to all amenities any yummy food at the restaurant downstairs "
Australia
Jacqueline
The price is RM599
RM659 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
The Provincial Boutique Hotel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine
Oscar's Hotel

Oscar's Hotel

4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 2.2 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (554)
"I loved everything about this hotel apart from the plumbing emanating from room next door - a wee bit noisy but would guess it may only affect a few rooms Also the air con did not switch in to heat mode - again badly needed the night I stayed However. overall a lovely central hotel with caring homely touches "
United Kingdom
John
The price is RM382
RM420 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Oscar's Hotel
Lobby sitting area
Craig's Royal Hotel

Craig's Royal Hotel

4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 2 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (714)
"Great place to stay a lot of history in the building. Great stay "
Australia
Jason
The price is RM398
RM438 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Craig's Royal Hotel
Terrace/patio
Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard

Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard

4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 2.1 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (285)
"Beautiful room. I would stay here again and again! Secure Parking was great also."
Australia
Rebecca
The price is RM417
RM459 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard
Reception
Sovereign Hill Hotel

Sovereign Hill Hotel

3.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.9 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (675)
"Really enjoyed out stay! So close to Sovereign Hill and great value for money. The grounds were immaculate and the staff accommodating. "
United States
Tania
The price is RM402
RM442 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Sovereign Hill Hotel
50-inch Smart TV with digital channels
Quest Ballarat

Quest Ballarat

4.5 star property
Ballarat Central, 2.4 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (726)
"The room was wonderful, bigger than expected and the bed was super comfy."
Australia
Alison
The price is RM486
RM534 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Quest Ballarat
Front of property
Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

4.0 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.7 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Food was amazing "
Australia
KAROLINE
The price is RM391
RM430 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
Premium bedding, minibar, desk, soundproofing
The Menzies Ballarat

The Menzies Ballarat

4.0 star property
Bakery Hill, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (420)
"The room was large with all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay"
Australia
Naftoli
The price is RM275
RM303 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
The Menzies Ballarat
Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets, alarm clocks
City Views Ballarat

City Views Ballarat

2.5 star property
Bakery Hill, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (538)
"Great place to stay "
Australia
Troy
The price is RM276
RM304 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
City Views Ballarat
Private kitchen
Seymours on Lydiard

Seymours on Lydiard

4.0 star property
Soldiers Hill, 2.5 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (557)
"A great option for a couple of nights away! Room was spacious and in a lovely part of town. Part of a hotel but we couldn’t hear any noise."
Australia
Louise
The price is RM358
RM393 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Seymours on Lydiard
Seasonal outdoor pool
Eureka Stockade Holiday Park

Eureka Stockade Holiday Park

3.0 star property
Ballarat East, 1.7 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (572)
"Great place to stay "
Australia
Desmond
The price is RM468
RM468 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Eureka Stockade Holiday Park
Indoor pool
Main Lead Ballarat Motel

Main Lead Ballarat Motel

3.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.5 km from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (403)
"Great location, easy access to transport, dining and central shopping district. Basic accommodation, but has everything you need."
Australia
Tammy
The price is RM247
RM271 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Main Lead Ballarat Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Lake Esmond Botanical Garden Hotel Reviews

Quest Ballarat

Quest Ballarat

10/10 Excellent
"High! Really enjoyed my stay at quest Ballarat! Very quiet and civilized location and walking distance to all amenities in Ballarat city centre!!will definitely be staying here again in the future! And my room was in immaculate condition thanks to your wonderful staff!"
Anthony 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Quest Ballarat

Hotels near other Lake Esmond Botanical Garden attractions

Gold Museum showing interior views

Gold Museum

4.3/5 (45 reviews)
Find out about the treasured metal that enticed thousands of prospectors to find their fortune in the gold rush of the mid 19th century at this intriguing museum.
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Beautiful old mines town in Ballarat, Victoria. Worth a visit for a tourists and locals.
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Open Photo by Khairedza Rahmi

Sovereign Hill

4.6/5 (418 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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Esmond Botanical Garden?
Lake Esmond Botanical Garden is located in an area of Ballarat known for its interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 52 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Lake Esmond Botanical Garden?
Adjacent to Lake Esmond Botanical Garden, NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good options close by include Main Lead Ballarat Motel and Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre.
How many hotels will I find near Lake Esmond Botanical Garden?
Expedia has 52 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Lake Esmond Botanical Garden.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Esmond Botanical Garden, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Lake Esmond Botanical Garden.
What can I see and do near Lake Esmond Botanical Garden?
Gold Museum, Sovereign Hill and Eureka Centre feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Eureka Hall, Her Majesty's Theatre and St Patrick's Cathedral are must-sees while exploring the area. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Eureka Aquatic Center, Howitt Street Trig Station Natural Features Reserve and Ballarat North Bushland Reserve.