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Miner's Retreat Motel

★★★ 604 - 610 Eureka Street, Ballarat, AU

8.1 guest rating· 849 reviews

About this hotel

Tranquil Garden Views

Comfortable Rooms with Kitchenettes

Outdoor Activities Galore

Book your stay at Miner's Retreat Motel in Ballarat for a peaceful getaway surrounded by lush gardens. The air-conditioned rooms, equipped with modern amenities, offer a comfortable retreat. Some rooms even feature kitchenettes for added convenience. Explore the outdoors with hiking, fishing, and cycling options nearby. With attractions like Regent Cinemas Ballarat and Mars Stadium just a short distance away, there's something for everyone. Don't miss out on experiencing all that Ballarat has to offer - reserve your room at Miner's Retreat Motel today!

Rooms & rates

2-Bedroom Cabin

Sleeps 6 · Queen Bed, 2× Bunk bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Two-Bedroom Chalet

Sleeps 8 · 35 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen

King Room

Sleeps 2 · 25 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Superior Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 25 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Superior Family Room

Sleeps 4 · 25 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), Bunk bed, 2× Twin bed, Bunk bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Valet parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Bowling
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
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  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Garden
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Invoice provided
  • Key card access
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Location

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604 - 610 Eureka Street, Ballarat, AU

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say8.1849 reviews

+ Clean rooms+ Friendly staff+ Comfortable beddingHard bedsSome cleanliness issuesNeed for room upgrades
Cleanliness7.9
Service8.4
Location8.4
Room Quality7.8
Amenities8.1
Value for Money8.3

Friendly, cosy motel with everything we needed and great value for money.

10.0

Friendly staff, clean and comfortable, great location, quiet, ground floor rooms. Thoughtful special touches, like hairdryer and iron in little monogrammed bags. Comfy beds, great heating in mid-winter.

No complaints

KYLIE · AU · 2026-07-23

Guest review

10.0

The lady over at reception was great, we had the wrong key and it was fixed in minuets! She was very lovely, hotel was very cosy and comfortable.

Alesia · AU · 2026-07-23

Guest review

6.0

Room was clean. Pre-warmed for us when we got there. Check in/check out was easy. Good location. Large bed was very comfy. Parking access was easy. Not far from centre of town. Would stay again.

Top bunk mattress was sinking, daughter completely sunk into it and it moulded around her. Carpet dated and stained. Bathroom tap loose. No service or anywhere to wash/pick up used bowls/plates/cups.

Kimberley Hall · AU · 2026-07-15

Good to know

Please note that this property is strictly nonsmoking. If evidence of smoking is found in the rooms, an additional AUD 500 cleaning fee may apply.

Please note that there is a 2.6% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card.

Please note that there is a 3.5% charge when you pay with an American Express credit card.

Credit card surcharges are nonrefundable.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for AUD 5 per person per night when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 12 years old stay for AUD 15 per person per night when using an existing bed.

Children from 13 years old to 17 years old stay for AUD 20 per person per night when using an existing bed.

Children from 2 years old to 12 years old stay for AUD 15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

People 13 years old and over stay for AUD 20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.