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Our top choices for Lake Esmond hotels

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and large windows.

1. Ballarat Premier Apartments

Ballarat Premier Apartments
4.5 star property
Ballarat Central, 2.4 km from Lake Esmond
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (476 reviews)
"Excellent location and property"
Australia
Heather
The price is AEDĀ 489
AEDĀ 537 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Ballarat Premier Apartments
A reception door with a sign indicating reception hours, a key return box, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

2. Victoriana Motor Inn

Victoriana Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Ballarat East, 2.2 km from Lake Esmond
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (737 reviews)
"Room had a smoke smell to it, so we requested a move to another room. That room was ok. Amenities a bit old, but were clean and usable."
Australia
PHILIP
The price is AEDĀ 276
AEDĀ 343 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Victoriana Motor Inn
A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.

3. Quest Ballarat Station

Quest Ballarat Station
4.0 star property
Soldiers Hill, 2.3 km from Lake Esmond
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (618 reviews)
"Amazing stay"
Australia
Aaron
The price is AEDĀ 452
AEDĀ 498 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Quest Ballarat Station
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

4. Ballarat Suites

Ballarat Suites
4.0 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.5 km from Lake Esmond
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"I was incredibly surprised how good the room was for such a reasonable price. Plenty of room, comfortable beds, clean and new at the time of our stay. We will be staying here again for our next stay in Ballarat."
Australia
Matthew
The price is AEDĀ 436
AEDĀ 480 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Ballarat Suites
A large indoor swimming pool with blue tiles, lounge chairs, and a brick wall with a welcome sign.

5. Sovereign Park Motor Inn

Sovereign Park Motor Inn
4.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.7 km from Lake Esmond
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (804 reviews)
"Great place to stay, restraints amazing"
Australia
Tracy
The price is AEDĀ 386
AEDĀ 424 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Sovereign Park Motor Inn
A kitchen with a brick wall, a potted plant, a laptop, and a display case with pastries.

6. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

The Provincial Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 2.2 km from Lake Esmond
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,041 reviews)
"Very quiet and clean. Staff were very helpful and the hotel was in close proximity to town."
Australia
Frances
The price is AEDĀ 402
AEDĀ 442 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Provincial Boutique Hotel
A neatly made bed with white bedding and striped pillows, a bedside lamp, and a chair in a hotel room.

7. Central City Motor Inn

Central City Motor Inn
3.5 star property
Bakery Hill, 1.4 km from Lake Esmond
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (507 reviews)
"Very good experience, will book again."
Australia
Annatta
The price is AEDĀ 319
AEDĀ 352 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Central City Motor Inn
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a white fence and large windows.

8. Oscar's Hotel

Oscar's Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 2.1 km from Lake Esmond
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (581 reviews)
"Great location, staff helpful and food delicious. Would happily stay again."
Australia
Kane
The price is AEDĀ 384
AEDĀ 422 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Oscar's Hotel
A single-story building with a covered porch and a patio area.

9. NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park
4.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.3 km from Lake Esmond
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (523 reviews)
"Nice to stay where the property actually lived up to the description. Clean, comfortable and spacious. A little dated but well priced for its age."
Australia
Richard
The price is AEDĀ 368
AEDĀ 405 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park
A lobby with a leather sofa, a wooden table with fruit, and a chandelier.

10. Craig's Royal Hotel

Craig's Royal Hotel
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 1.9 km from Lake Esmond
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (802 reviews)
"Beautifully updated 1857 property. Decor and meals perfect. Probably the best hotel we have stayed in."
Australia
Judy
The price is AEDĀ 366
AEDĀ 403 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Craig's Royal Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a desk with a chair, and a chandelier.

11. Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard

Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard
4.0 star property
Ballarat Central, 2 km from Lake Esmond
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (299 reviews)
"Fantastic - will stay again."
Australia
Jason
The price is AEDĀ 398
AEDĀ 438 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Quality Inn Heritage On Lydiard
A two-story building with a gabled roof and a covered porch.

12. Sovereign Hill Hotel

Sovereign Hill Hotel
3.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.9 km from Lake Esmond
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (732 reviews)
"Very clean and staff very helpful , great position for sovereign Hill"
Australia
Craig
The price is AEDĀ 387
AEDĀ 426 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Sovereign Hill Hotel
A Victorian-style house with a prominent front porch, a brick facade, and a metal roof.

13. Seymours on Lydiard

Seymours on Lydiard
4.0 star property
Soldiers Hill, 2.5 km from Lake Esmond
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (581 reviews)
"A fantastic room, clean, cozy and warm. Free laundry too. Very much appreciated."
Australia
Simon
The price is AEDĀ 369
AEDĀ 406 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Seymours on Lydiard
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area, and a bench outside.

14. City Views Ballarat

City Views Ballarat
2.5 star property
Bakery Hill, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (567 reviews)
"TV, microwave and kettle/toaster nice. Lights for some reason had no covers on them, too bright to leave on without the covers. Ended up finding them in the cupboard, carpet was a little sticky. Room wasnt available until a little after 2. Parking was limited car park was all filled up when we arrived back to hotel no where to park. We ended up leaving at 1130 pm to go back home. Would be suitable for couples or singles only staying a little while. Didnt suit us a family."
Australia
Sophie
The price is AEDĀ 280
AEDĀ 308 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
City Views Ballarat
A modern entrance with a potted tree, a wooden door, and a clear view of the street outside.

15. The Menzies Ballarat

The Menzies Ballarat
4.0 star property
Bakery Hill, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (454 reviews)
"The property was nice however there was rarely any staff at"
Australia
Justin
The price is AEDĀ 334
AEDĀ 367 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Menzies Ballarat
Garden

16. Sovereign Views Apartments

Sovereign Views Apartments
3.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.3 km from Lake Esmond
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (214 reviews)
"It was close to a major tourist attraction and a laundrette and good dinner options a.l within walking distance"
Australia
Sarah
The price is AEDĀ 332
AEDĀ 365 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Sovereign Views Apartments
A playground with slides and a wooden fence.

17. Eureka Lodge Motel

Eureka Lodge Motel
2.5 star property
Ballarat East, 1.6 km from Lake Esmond
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (421 reviews)
"Great central place to stay, very accommodating . "
Australia
Rhonda
The price is AEDĀ 311
AEDĀ 381 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Eureka Lodge Motel
A modern outdoor dining area with a wooden deck, a table with chairs, and a view of the kitchen and living space through a glass door.

18. Eureka Stockade Holiday Park

Eureka Stockade Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Ballarat East, 1.7 km from Lake Esmond
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (583 reviews)
"Clean rooms,nice cabin.friendly and helpful staff"
Australia
Brendan
The price is AEDĀ 524
AEDĀ 524 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Eureka Stockade Holiday Park
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

19. Bakery Hill Motel

Bakery Hill Motel
3.5 star property
Bakery Hill, 1.5 km from Lake Esmond
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (836 reviews)
"Good reasonably central location and clean well appointed rooms with comfortable beds."
Australia
Lindy
The price is AEDĀ 279
AEDĀ 307 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Bakery Hill Motel
An indoor swimming pool with a high ceiling and brick walls, surrounded by windows and seating areas.

20. Main Lead Ballarat Motel

Main Lead Ballarat Motel
3.5 star property
Golden Point (Ballarat), 0.5 km from Lake Esmond
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (462 reviews)
"Great staff clesn quite room"
Australia
Darren
The price is AEDĀ 254
AEDĀ 279 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Esmond

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and large windows.
Ballarat Premier Apartments
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
476 reviews
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A reception door with a sign indicating reception hours, a key return box, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
Victoriana Motor Inn
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
737 reviews
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A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.
Quest Ballarat Station
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
618 reviews
View
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.
Ballarat Suites
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View
A large indoor swimming pool with blue tiles, lounge chairs, and a brick wall with a welcome sign.
Sovereign Park Motor Inn
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
804 reviews
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Other attractions near Lake Esmond

A historical town with wooden buildings, a fenced mining area, and a clear blue sky.

Sovereign Hill

9.2/10 (820 reviews)
You can study the exhibits at Sovereign Hill, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Ballarat. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.
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Top Lake Esmond Hotel Reviews

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and large windows.
Ballarat Premier Apartments

Ballarat Premier Apartments

Ballarat Premier Apartments
Ballarat Central

10/10 Excellent

Very clean, reasonable price, cozy lay out, overall great experience.
United States
Jessi
Reviewed March 28, 2026
Ballarat Premier Apartments

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Lake Esmond?

Lake Esmond is located in Ballarat. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 47 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Lake Esmond?

Adjacent to Lake Esmond, NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good choices close by include Sovereign Hill Hotel and Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre.

How many hotels are there near Lake Esmond?

Expedia has 47 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Lake Esmond.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Esmond, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Lake Esmond.

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What can I see and do near Lake Esmond?

Sovereign Hill, Eureka Centre, and Ballarat Tramway Museum feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Her Majesty's Theatre, Kryal Castle, and Eureka Hall are must-sees while exploring the area. Enjoy the outdoors at Lake Esmond Botanical Garden, Howitt Street Trig Station Natural Features Reserve, or Ballarat North Bushland Reserve.