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Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments

3.0 star property
Hotel in Ballarat with indoor pool and restaurant

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Private kitchen
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Property grounds
Sports facility

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is RM279
RM307 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room, Bathtub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster

One Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Two Bedroom Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 68 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Living area

Three Bedroom Villa

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds
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About the area

Map
9379 Western Highway, Ballarat, Warrenheip, VIC, 3352

What's nearby

  • Kryal Castle - 3 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Ballarat Wildlife Park - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Art Gallery of Ballarat - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Sovereign Hill - 8 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Ballarat Base Hospital - 9 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Ballarat Station - 7 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Carboni's Italian Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Queen's Head Hotel - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments

Hotel near Sovereign Hill
Consider a stay at Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments and take advantage of laundry facilities, a business centre and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a snack bar/deli.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An indoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking and extended parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), motorhome/coach/lorry parking and express check-out
  • Express check-in, wedding services and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments feature comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Microwaves, toasters and electric kettles

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free extended parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: AUD 14.50 for adults and AUD 14.50 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 7 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately AUD 14.50 for adults and from AUD 14.50 for children

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments?

As of 14 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments on 28 Jul 2025 start from RM 279.08, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments located?

Located in Warrenheip, this hotel is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Mount Warrenheip Flora Reserve and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Kryal Castle. Eureka Aquatic Center and Ballarat Wildlife Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 323 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 402 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 170 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1000 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay there when I travel to Ballarat. Always clean and very friendly welcome
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

We were heading to Melbourne for a concert and were able to checkin early to drop our bags off on our way through it was a pleasant stay and the host weee so accomodating and the bed was comfortable we would stay again .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I liked that the family room was spacious and everything we needed was already thought of.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Chrissie

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is definitely not a 4 star motel. Mould in the shower, dead pillows a window with no curtain that lets the light into the bedroom. They came into the room each day but did not make the beds. Seriously rethink this property if you are thinking of booking.
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Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Louise

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very cheap and accommodating at the last minute when previous accommodation cancelled our booking without warning. Rooms are quite dated - but simple and offer basic amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfy beds. Easy to get to. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Christine

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

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay at Colonial Motor Inn, villa was very clean and has 2 bathrooms and 2 tv's.The Manager gave us an upgrade on arrival, so thanks alot. The pool was clean and nicely heated, overall its a relaxing place to stay with an hasske free check in and check out. 5 stars.clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Shelley

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hosts communication regarding the booking in was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely lovely great comfy room spacious grounds pool beautiful restaurant right next door we be back soon this is super place to stay friendly staff with big smiles

8/10 Good

Meaghan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money, fun indoor pool, free breakfast, seperate bedroom for the kids, clean and comfortable. Recommend for a trip to Ballarat on a budget.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Iverson was amazing! Contact was great, instructions were clear, check in was so easy!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Thank you for our quick place to lay our heads.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Comfy bed, hot water, Wi-Fi,tv, swimming pool
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Flexible staff, great pool
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Simone

Liked: Staff & service
Location suited us
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property is clean and good value for the money. You need a car to get in to the town of Ballarat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was enjoyable, staff were friendly and courteous. Breakfast items were restocked daily. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keanu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice, got breakfast free too. It was good
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A quiet place to stay. Having 2 bedroom apartments is great for families. Staff are very helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Melissa-kristopher

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The kids loved the heated pool and the manager was very friendly and happy to answer all of my questions
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great affordable option for families. Really helpful management.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Business Trip. Nice and close.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Thanks to the manager for great service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024