Ballarat Accommodation Family: Hotels with Pools and Play Areas

Find 10 family-friendly hotels in Ballarat with pools, free parking, and cooking facilities. Compare rates and book your family getaway now!

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8.1
Great
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9.0 km from City Centre100 m from Kryal Castle
Archery RangeJousting ArenaThemed Dinner
  • Medieval-themed jousting and archery
  • Free access to Kryal Castle
  • Pet-friendly castle holiday park
FromAU$ 203 /nightSelect
8.3
Great
Tennis CourtOutdoor PoolKids Playground
  • Tennis court on-site
  • Children's playground on-site
  • Outdoor pool with spa
FromAU$ 176 /nightSelect
8.6
Great
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500 m from City Centre200 m from Ballarat Train Station
Lola RestaurantFitness CentrePrivate Dining
  • Heritage architecture with modern luxury
  • Lola restaurant with local produce
  • Exclusive-use for private events
FromAU$ 198 /nightSelect
7.7
Very good
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2.3 km from City Centre900 m from The Gold Museum
Day SpaOutdoor PoolAzzuri Restaurant
  • Fairy-lit chapel wedding venue
  • Award-winning Mediterranean restaurant
  • Three-hectare gardens with lake
FromAU$ 175 /nightSelect
8.5
Great
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300 m from City Centre200 m from Her Majesty's Ballarat
Bridal SuitesGallery RestaurantEV Charging
  • Ballarat's first licensed pub
  • Individually designed boutique rooms
  • High Tea every second Sunday
FromAU$ 151 /nightSelect
Quest BallaratAparthotel
8.9
Great
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200 m from City Centre300 m from St Patrick s Cathedral
Fitness CentreBusiness CentreBarbecue Facilities
  • Heritage architecture from Loreto College
  • Grocery delivery to your apartment
  • Interconnected apartments for families
FromAU$ 241 /nightSelect
8.9
Great
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700 m from City Centre300 m from Ballarat Train Station
Fitness CentreBusiness CentreGarden
  • Select rooms with full kitchens
  • Daily to-go breakfast
  • Quiet street views from rooms
FromAU$ 371 /nightSelect
8.3
Great
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2.7 km from City Centre500 m from Eureka
Heated PoolMini GolfSplash Zone
  • Adjacent to Eureka Stockade site
  • Largest outdoor heated pool in city
  • Free outdoor mini golf course
FromAU$ 209 /nightSelect
7.3
Very good
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6.0 km from City Centre2.8 km from Ballarat Wildlife Park
Children's PlaygroundCamp KitchenBBQ Facilities
  • Two-bedroom rooms for up to six
  • Pet-friendly designated rooms for small dogs
  • Children's playground and BBQ facilities
FromAU$ 111 /nightSelect
9.2
Perfect
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1.6 km from City Centre900 m from The Gold Museum
Indoor PoolAward-Winning RestaurantGames Room
  • Award-winning Red Lion restaurant
  • Heated indoor pool year-round
  • Indoor pickleball and games room
FromAU$ 232 /nightSelect
9.1
Perfect
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5.4 km from City Centre3.0 km from Morshead Park
Indoor PoolTennis CourtSauna
  • Heritage-listed mansion built 1878
  • Self-contained apartments with kitchens
  • On-site tennis court
FromAU$ 219 /nightSelect
8.3
Great
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5.4 km from City Centre700 m from Ballarat Golf Club
Indoor PoolFat ChefConference Rooms
  • Indoor heated saltwater pool
  • Four-acre landscaped gardens
  • On-site Fat Chef restaurant
FromAU$ 146 /nightSelect
8.0
Great
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1.2 km from City Centre900 m from Regent Cinemas Ballarat
Spa BathsFunction RoomsDisabled Access
  • In-room spa baths
  • Two function rooms for events
  • Accessibility for disabled guests
FromAU$ 137 /nightSelect
9.1
Perfect
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300 m from City Centre100 m from St Patrick s Cathedral
Free ParkingConference RoomGolf Course
  • Historic building from 1901
  • Victorian-era decor and architecture
  • Self-contained apartments with kitchens
FromAU$ 325 /nightSelect
8.8
Great
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3.0 km from City Centre1.0 km from Eureka
Jet SPAKitchenetteGuest Laundry
  • Jet SPA in select suites
  • Kitchenette in each room
  • Free meals for children
FromAU$ 108 /nightSelect
8.7
Great
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300 m from City Centre100 m from Her Majesty's Ballarat
Plunge PoolRooftop TerraceFitness Centre
  • Heated plunge pool & terrace
  • Boutique heritage design
  • Rooftop terrace views
FromAU$ 189 /nightSelect
8.9
Great
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1.4 km from City Centre1.1 km from St Patrick s Cathedral
EV ChargingSpa BathKitchenette
  • International Excellence award winner
  • Extra spacious rooms from 40sqm
  • Adjacent City Oval Restaurant
FromAU$ 185 /nightSelect
8.9
Great
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2.2 km from City Centre800 m from The Gold Museum
Japanese SpaInterconnecting SuitesConference Space
  • Japanese plunge spa baths
  • Opposite Sovereign Hill
  • Top-rated on Trip Advisor
FromAU$ 176 /nightSelect
9.0
Perfect
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1.7 km from City Centre1.4 km from Morshead Park
RestaurantPrivate ParkingFull Kitchen
  • On-site regional produce restaurant
  • Open-planned studio apartments
  • Full kitchen in apartments
FromAU$ 198 /nightSelect
8.7
Great
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1.5 km from City Centre1.2 km from St Patrick s Cathedral
Smart TVKitchenetteGarden Terrace
  • Spacious studios with garden views
  • Private entrance and soundproofing
  • 500 meters from Lake Wendouree
FromAU$ 125 /nightSelect
9.5
Perfect
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4.5 km from City Centre2.4 km from Levy
KitchenetteFireplaceGarden Patio
  • Private entrance & full kitchenette
  • Garden patio with outdoor dining
  • Cozy fireplace for cooler nights
FromAU$ 149 /nightSelect
8.9
Great
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1.4 km from City Centre1.2 km from St Patrick s Cathedral
Fully Equipped KitchenFree Private ParkingGarden Terrace
  • Fully equipped kitchen for guest use
  • Free private parking on-site
  • Quiet neighborhood near town center
FromAU$ 216 /nightSelect

Ballarat offers a range of family-friendly accommodation options, from motels and holiday parks to aparthotels and boutique hotels. Top-rated properties like Sovereign Park Motor Inn (score 9.2) feature a large heated indoor lap pool, spa, sauna, and an award-winning onsite restaurant, plus free parking and guest laundry. For self-catering, Quest Ballarat (score 8.9) provides fully equipped kitchens in city-centre apartments. Families seeking history can stay at the medieval-themed Kryal Castle Holiday Park or the heritage-listed Quality Inn The George Hotel on Lydiard Street.

Most family hotels in Ballarat include free Wi-Fi, secure off-street parking, and cooking facilities (microwave, kettle, fridge). Budget-minded travelers can choose Woodmans Hill Motel or Eureka Stockade Holiday Park with outdoor pool and BBQ areas. For families who prefer space, Sovereign Park also offers self-contained houses. Book early during school holidays and check for kids' activity rooms or playgrounds-many properties like NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park have a tennis court and games room. Budget range is typically $120-$200 per night for a family room.