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Craig's Royal Hotel

10 Lydiard Street South | PO Box 485, Ballarat, Victoria 3350, Australia
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Craig's Royal Hotel
Ranked #4 of 18 Ballarat B&B and Inns
4.0 of 5 stars 32 Reviews
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Melbourne
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

Pro - great location in the centre of town, opposite the theatre. - Very elegant bar with a great selection of cocktails. - Friendly, thoughtful and receptive staff - Cool old world atmosphere and charm - Valet parking is very handy - Restaurant in the hotel is very good and the service is fuss free yet agreeable. Cons - The... More

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Australia
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

I stayed in this hotel a few weeks ago and it was positively delightful. The hotel is beautifully decorated with gorgeous period furniture and trimmings. My room was a deluxe room with a balcony. The bed was the main feature of the room being a magnificent four-poster that was extremely comfortable. There was also great tea and coffee facilities in... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012
1
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This hotel is a lovely surprise, located in central Ballarat. The twin room was tastefully decorated in old world style. Room was quite spacious, and we had a nice big bathroom, with a wet shower. However, there was no bath. The only drawback to our room was, that there was only one window, which was located in the bathroom. On... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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74 reviews 74 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

Craig's reeks of nostalgia. Elegant stairway, beautiful ambience, pleasant and efficient staff. My car was valet parked before I'd completed check-in. I was escorted personally to my room. I couldn't stay for dinner because of a business meeting, but when I returned at 9.15pm my request for a cheese platter and glass of wine in the elegant restaurant was enacted... More

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Newtown Vic Australia
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62 reviews 62 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2012
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I reserved a 2 night package with one dinner and continental breakfast each day included in a superior room that was supposed to overlook a courtyard. The room allocated on arrival was at the very back of the hotel and overlooked an untidy yard where guests cars are parked. The room was pleasantly decorated with quality fittings, toiletries and linen.... More

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Sunshine Coast
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012
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What a grand old lady this hotel is! She has been beautifully restored. From the moment you walked in you feel welcome from the decor to the peaceful friendly atmosphere. The coffee shop is ideal for a special gift just your own quiet time to enjoy a step back in time. The bistro has a certain Whow factor. Again it's... More

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Victoria australia
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012
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The Hotel takes you back to a time of old world elegance .The accommodation and dinner package was wonderful value. We had a glass of wine in the downstairs lounge before dinner, which consisted of a bottle of wine and two courses. They were helpful with some difficult dietary requirements. The staff attitudes ranged from cool (becoming warm and ultimately... More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 December 2011
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Like all other reviews, this hotel is not short on elegance. We've stayed at quite a few heritage hotels around Victoria and I must say, this is one of the best. All the pros we read were true. Our superior room, # 212, wasn't very spacious but was comfortable and very clean. However, the bed was a bit too soft,... More

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Geelong, Australia
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 December 2011
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our stay here recently was everything you see here and more..look it up if your in Ballarat breakfast./lunch or even dinner is a must simply divine French inspired menu.. we will be back for sure... More

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Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 December 2011
2
people found this review helpful

The hotel presents very nicely and the renovation is not without style and taste. However the reception area is a tiny desk beyond which you can see a hideous bank of poker machines. Why don't they hide them away somewhere if the must have them. The service is friendly but incredibly amateurish, almost Fawlty Towers like. The staff in the... More

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10 Lydiard Street South | PO Box 485, Ballarat, Victoria 3350, Australia
Price range (per night):* RM628 - 1,727

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