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Sovereign Hill Hotel

3.5 star property
A peaceful retreat near Ballarat's gold rush history where travelers can explore fascinating museums or simply relax in tranquil garden surroundings

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Sovereign Hill Hotel, steps from the Gold Museum and Eureka Centre, offers a quiet getaway with lovely gardens. Guests enjoy WiFi in common areas, conference facilities, helpful staff for luggage storage, and convenient parking, ideal for Ballarat adventures.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 371
AED 408 total
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (7:30 AM - 8:30 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (8:30 AM - 5:30 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests can use the exterior telephone for check-in assistance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Sovereign Hill Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sovereign Hill Hotel?

As of 20 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sovereign Hill Hotel on 28 May 2026 start from AED 371, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sovereign Hill Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Sovereign Hill Hotel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Sovereign Hill Hotel located?

Located in Golden Point (Ballarat), this hotel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Sovereign Hill and within 3 mi (5 km) of Eureka Centre and St John of God Hospital Ballarat. Ballarat Base Hospital and Lake Wendouree are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 360 out of 699 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 248 out of 699 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 699 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 699 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 699 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking was fine and the room was very spacious with a very comfortable king size bed and air conditioning 😊
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was really nice & clean , this was a great place to visit Sovereign Hill but also a great location to visit other places in and around Ballarat.
Entrance to Sovereign Hill Hotel
Reception to Hotel
Accommodation where we stayed
Sun going down on Sovereign Hill
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice quiet room, great to stay close by for Sovereign hill for access. Parking close to room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed out stay! So close to Sovereign Hill and great value for money. The grounds were immaculate and the staff accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Warwick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, well-maintained hotel adjacent to Sovereign Hill.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was genuinely kind, and the room was large and comfortable, making for a truly enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

ELENA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and reception staff were good, but the breakfast was below our expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, room was clean, service was friendly. Really appreciated the phone call to say we left behind a child's 'teddy 🐻 and jacket, glad to get this back. Thank you again for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wonderful stay. Helpful, happy staff. Only feedback I would say would be to have a larger mirror in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite rooms, friendly staff, great views & very well priced
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique accommodation next to Sovereign Hill. Quiet location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

May-Britt V. R.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious, clean and comfortable. Friendly staff greeted and were supportive.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location convenient hotel at the back of Sovereign hill. The bed was super comfy and the room is quite comfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful. Ballarat has many other terrific sights good restaurants and very friendly people.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic room, great room and breakfast and welcoming staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We really enjoyed our stay! The bed was comfy and the hot choc and coffee was amazing! A couple things were run down and old but it was a good space and great access to near the gate for sovereign hill and the staff were so friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely set up surroundings nice clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice stay, the room was clean and comfortable, would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ljiljeka

Liked: Amenities
It was great service and accommodation was really good..bed was very comfortable and close to everything..will definitely be back 🤗
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

We had a great time.

Nice place to stay and we had a great time. Breakfast was great, room was clean and comfortable, we definitely enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay lovely big room bathroom very clean and good shower Staff really kind and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. Very romantic
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to visit with children. The breakfast was fresh and the coffee was lovely. Informative and kind staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful surroundings, very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was old and dated. Very all over the place. Was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very quiet and clean and staff were friendly. There are plenty of different places to eat nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024