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If you’re not able to find a motel in Ballarat, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let Expedia help you find something similar from over 236 hotels and other accommodations. Just use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.

At many motels, you’re likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. When you stay at a motel property, you’ll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. The word “motel” was invented in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.

Mid City Ballarat: Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of Sovereign Hill. Enjoy access to the conference center, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Main Lead Ballarat Motel: Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. It’s located within a quick 1-minute drive of Sovereign Hill. Lake Inn Ballarat: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a quick 5-minute drive of Sovereign Hill. Sovereign Park Motor Inn: It’s located within a quick 1-minute drive of Sovereign Hill. 2 bars, a children’s pool, and free WiFi are available during your stay. Bakery Hill Motel: Stay within a quick 2-minute drive of Sovereign Hill. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and free parking, as well as room amenities like a minibar.

You can select from 17 low-priced motels in Ballarat.

While you’re sightseeing in this historical area, take time to enjoy its gardens and lakeside. Visitors like Ballarat for the museums and art scene. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Lake Esmond Botanical Garden, Eureka Aquatic Center, and Howitt Street Trig Station Natural Features Reserve. You’ll find these family-friendly attractions in the area: Ballarat Bird World and The Tangled Maze. Some historical places you might want to see include Her Majesty’s Theatre, Sovereign Hill, and Eureka Hall.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here’s some data about year-round temperatures in Ballarat to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 46°F. Average annual precipitation for Ballarat is 28 inches.

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Ballarat to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Avalon Airport (AVV), which is located 46.4 mi (74.7 km) from the city center. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Melbourne Airport (MEL), which is 54.6 mi (87.8 km) away. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop on a train at Ballarat Station.