The Best Hotels Closest to Federation University Australia in Ballarat - 2026 Updated Prices

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight

Tomorrow

This weekend

Next weekend

Our top choices for Federation University Australia hotels

A dining area with a large window, a chandelier, and a wooden cabinet with a picture.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a large island with stools.

A living room with a brick fireplace, a leather sofa, a coffee table with decorative items, and a television displaying a news program.

A patio with wicker furniture, including a chair and a table.

1. Helen's Homestead

14.7 km from Federation University Australia

Shelley

1.463.431 ₫

2.005.442 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A lobby with a leather sofa, a wooden table with fruit, and a chandelier.

A bar area with a wooden bar counter, bar stools, and a large mirror. There are bottles and glasses on the counter, and a potted plant is visible.

A grand lobby with ornate chandeliers, a patterned carpet, and a staircase.

A grand staircase with ornate wooden balusters, a stained glass window above, and a red curtain at the bottom.

2. Craig's Royal Hotel

Ballarat Central, 7.7 km from Federation University Australia

Marissa

2.660.782 ₫

2.926.860 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.

A modern hotel with a spacious entrance, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a desk with a laptop, a chair, and a small table with a lamp.

3. Quest Ballarat Station

Soldiers Hill, 8.2 km from Federation University Australia

Anthony

3.188.099 ₫

3.506.909 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and bar stools.

A reception desk with a sign indicating reception hours from 7 AM to 9 PM.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a picture on the wall.

A red brick building with a sign reading "Motel Reception & Entry Apartments."

4. Lake Inn Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 8.9 km from Federation University Australia

michelle

3.274.979 ₫

3.602.477 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with two pillows, two bedside tables with lamps, and a small rug.

A swimming pool with a brick patio, a covered seating area, and a fenced garden.

A reception area with a counter, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

A patio area with a barbecue, outdoor seating, and a brick house.

5. Begonia City Motor Inn

Sebastopol, 5.2 km from Federation University Australia

Emily

1.946.117 ₫

2.140.729 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

A hallway with a table featuring a lamp, a vase with flowers, and a fruit bowl.

A wooden staircase with a handrail, a framed picture on the wall, and a stained glass window.

A grey building with a black front door, a balcony, and a sign reading "Ballarat Premier Apartments."

6. Ballarat Premier Apartments

Ballarat Central, 8 km from Federation University Australia

natalka

3.284.949 ₫

3.613.408 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A kitchen with a brick wall, a potted plant, a laptop, and a display case with pastries.

A historic building with a prominent dome and arched windows, labeled as the Provincial Hotel.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a blue patterned backsplash, and a round wooden dining table with chairs.

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a small table with a vase, a cabinet, and a window with curtains.

7. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

Ballarat Central, 8.1 km from Federation University Australia

Frances

2.867.600 ₫

3.154.324 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A brick building with a sign for 'Ballerat Suites' and 'Motor Inn.'

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, stainless steel appliances, and wooden flooring.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

8. Ballarat Suites

Golden Point (Ballarat), 5.8 km from Federation University Australia

Robert

3.081.087 ₫

3.389.196 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A large indoor swimming pool with blue tiles, lounge chairs, and a brick wall with a welcome sign.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, toaster, sink, and a small refrigerator.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a wine display.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a kitchenette.

9. Sovereign Park Motor Inn

Golden Point (Ballarat), 6.6 km from Federation University Australia

Alireza

3.706.459 ₫

4.077.105 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An outdoor café with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a brick building in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a microwave, a kettle, a coffee maker, a telephone, and a table with chairs.

A brick building with a red roof, surrounded by a garden with various flowering plants and shrubs.

A building with a red roof and large windows, a fountain, and various flowers in the foreground.

10. Ambassador Motor Inn Ballarat

Alfredton, 11.3 km from Federation University Australia

Kay

2.075.541 ₫

2.283.131 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A wooden deck with a patio umbrella, a white fence, and a view of greenery through large windows.

A woman walking on a curved pathway surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A bathroom with a wooden vanity, a potted plant, and a mirror with a light.

A building with a brick facade, a sign for 'Billy's Distilled Bar', and a 'Mercure' sign.

11. Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

Golden Point (Ballarat), 5.6 km from Federation University Australia

Patricia

3.260.936 ₫

3.587.030 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a small table, and a mirror. There is a door leading to another room and a window with curtains.

A swimming pool with a fenced area, a covered seating area, and a building in the background.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden desk, a grey sofa, and a small kitchen area with a microwave and refrigerator.

12. Alfred Motor Inn

Alfredton, 12.1 km from Federation University Australia

Ra'ed

1.951.530 ₫

2.146.719 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A brick building with a reception area, columns, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a small workspace with a laptop and a lamp.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a chair, a TV, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and an oven. There is a dining table with two chairs and a vase with flowers.

13. Quest Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 8.1 km from Federation University Australia

Leanne

3.432.737 ₫

3.776.011 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a white fence and large windows.

A neatly made bed with a white and light blue quilt, a grey upholstered headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a green lawn.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a counter with flowers, and a view of the outside through a window.

14. Oscar's Hotel

Ballarat Central, 7.8 km from Federation University Australia

Kane

2.710.056 ₫

2.981.062 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern entrance with a potted tree, a wooden door, and a clear view of the street outside.

A modern building with a flat roof, a balcony, and a car parked in front.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, two framed pictures on the wall, a door with a sign, and a window with curtains.

A wooden staircase with a handrail leading to a second floor. There is a small table and a blue sofa on the lower level.

15. The Menzies Ballarat

Bakery Hill, 7.5 km from Federation University Australia

Justin

2.266.592 ₫

2.493.251 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern cafe with a glass front display case, outdoor seating, and a visible street view.

A covered terrace with wicker furniture, ornate railings, and a view of historic buildings.

A lobby with a reception desk, a potted plant, a patterned rug, and a staircase.

A bar area with stools, a counter, and a brick wall.

16. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 7.8 km from Federation University Australia

Matthew

3.510.754 ₫

3.861.829 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A neatly made bed with white bedding and striped pillows, a bedside lamp, and a chair in a hotel room.

A Motor Inn building with a balcony, a sign indicating a vacancy, and a pool area.

A swimming pool with a glass enclosure, a patio area with chairs, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor space.

A waterfront property with a dock, a boat, and a building with a white roof.

17. Central City Motor Inn

Bakery Hill, 7.4 km from Federation University Australia

Annatta

2.299.441 ₫

2.529.385 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A two-story building with a gabled roof and a covered porch.

A cozy living room with a brick fireplace, a comfortable sofa, a patterned rug, and a large window with blinds.

A brick barbecue grill, picnic table, and a house in the background.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

18. Sovereign Hill Hotel

Golden Point (Ballarat), 5.9 km from Federation University Australia

Tania

2.581.419 ₫

2.839.597 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and brick walls.

A hotel room with a bathroom, a large mirror, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outside.

A courtyard with a pergola, a central table, and chairs. There are brick buildings with arched windows in the background.

A garden with a variety of flowers and a central fountain.

19. Bell Tower Inn

Alfredton, 12.2 km from Federation University Australia

Kelly

2.299.392 ₫

2.529.385 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a brick wall, a painting, a mirror, and a kitchenette.

A clear swimming pool with a tiled edge and a wooden deck surrounding it.

A building with a covered outdoor seating area, featuring tables and chairs.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a coffee machine.

20. Peppinella Motel

Delacombe, 7.8 km from Federation University Australia

Jonathan

2.414.479 ₫

2.655.855 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

View all properties

Compare popular hotels close to Federation University Australia

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Helen's Homestead	9.8 Exceptional 160 reviews	View
Craig's Royal Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 796 reviews	View
Quest Ballarat Station	9.6 Exceptional 608 reviews	View
Lake Inn Ballarat	9.4 Exceptional 860 reviews	View
Begonia City Motor Inn	9.0 Wonderful 353 reviews	View

Top Federation University Australia Hotel Reviews

The Provincial Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"."

Barkly Motorlodge

8/10 Good

"easy accessibility, clean and well presented. Friendly welcome"

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic 😍"

Craig's Royal Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay with friendy staff in a great location."

Begonia City Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, clean and friendly staff would highly recommend."

Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Fairly noisy on the highway. Pool was closed by the time we arrived. No nearby food outlets"

The Menzies Ballarat

8/10 Good

"The staff were great to deal with and able to extend our stay the day before we arrived. The location was good with easy access and safe parking The room was spacious with a comfortable clean bed and large fridge freezer. The bathroom was also spacious with a roomy shower with abundant hot water and pressure. The fittings in the bathroom were shonky with the roll holder falling off along with a towel rail, these could be easily fixed. We would stay again."

Mid City Ballarat

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean and a nice big size. Staff were very nice and helpful. Not many choices at the buffet breakfast. Plenty of on site parking. Nice central location for Ballarat CBD"

City Views Ballarat

10/10 Excellent

"Spacious. Easy with a family. Very close to everything (most is walking distance)."

Other attractions near Federation University Australia

A rural landscape with rolling hills, scattered trees, and a few buildings.

Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve, a lovely green space in Ballarat.

See properties

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 travels to Ballarat. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

See properties

Ballarat Bird World

Enjoy an outing to Ballarat Bird World during your stay in Ballarat. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

See properties

Union Jack Education Area

Explore the great outdoors at Union Jack Education Area, a lovely green space in Ballarat.

See properties

Buninyong H18 Bushland Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Buninyong H18 Bushland Reserve, a lovely green space in Ballarat.

See properties

Buninyong H21 Bushland Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Buninyong H21 Bushland Reserve, a lovely green space in Ballarat.

See properties

Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

9.4/10 (33 reviews)

After visiting Lake Esmond Botanical Garden, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ballarat. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

See properties

Lake Esmond

10.0/10 (1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Esmond during your travels in Ballarat. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

See properties

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Federation University Australia?

Federation University Australia is located in Ballarat. You'll find 113 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Federation University Australia?

Expedia has 113 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Federation University Australia.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Federation University Australia, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Federation University Australia.

What can I see and do near Federation University Australia?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Sovereign Hill and Eureka Centre. Her Majesty's Theatre, Eureka Hall and St Patrick's Cathedral are landmarks that you won't want to miss. Spend some time wandering around Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve, Buninyong H21 Bushland Reserve and Lake Esmond Botanical Garden.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

Cars

Search Hotels Near Federation University Australia, Ballarat

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Star rating

Guest rating

Our top choices for Federation University Australia hotels

1. Helen's Homestead

2. Craig's Royal Hotel

3. Quest Ballarat Station

4. Lake Inn Ballarat

5. Begonia City Motor Inn

6. Ballarat Premier Apartments

7. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

8. Ballarat Suites

9. Sovereign Park Motor Inn

10. Ambassador Motor Inn Ballarat

11. Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

12. Alfred Motor Inn

13. Quest Ballarat

14. Oscar's Hotel

15. The Menzies Ballarat

16. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

17. Central City Motor Inn

18. Sovereign Hill Hotel

19. Bell Tower Inn

20. Peppinella Motel

Compare popular hotels close to Federation University Australia

Top Federation University Australia Hotel Reviews

The Provincial Boutique Hotel

Barkly Motorlodge

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

Craig's Royal Hotel

Begonia City Motor Inn

Ballarat Colonial Motor Inn & Apartments

The Menzies Ballarat

Mid City Ballarat

City Views Ballarat

Other attractions near Federation University Australia

Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve

Sovereign Hill

Ballarat Bird World

Union Jack Education Area

Buninyong H18 Bushland Reserve

Buninyong H21 Bushland Reserve

Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Lake Esmond

Frequently asked questions

Explore a world of travel with Expedia