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Central City Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Travelers find respite at this welcoming motel with its indoor pool, while the renowned Art Gallery of Ballarat awaits just minutes away

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Central City Motor Inn in downtown Ballarat offers a comfortable stay with attentive staff. Amenities include an indoor pool, dry cleaning, luggage storage, free parking, and in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room

Room options

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Living area

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Deluxe Queen)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Standard Twin)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Located in Bakery Hill, a neighborhood in Ballarat, Central City Motor Inn is near a train station. Art Gallery of Ballarat and Sovereign Hill are cultural highlights of the area. Eureka Centre is another place to visit that comes recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Ballarat travel guide
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16 Victoria Street, Bakery Hill, VIC, 3350

What's nearby

  • A gallery with large landscape paintings, a statue, and wooden furniture.
    Art Gallery of Ballarat
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A historic building with ornate architecture, a clock tower, and a street with illuminated signs.
    Ballarat Town Hall
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A historical town with wooden buildings, a fenced mining area, and a clear blue sky.
    Sovereign Hill
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Her Majesty's Theatre
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Eureka Centre
    2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Ballarat Station
    13 min walk
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL)
    72 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hungry Jack's
    4 min walk
  • McDonald's
    2 min walk
  • Pizza Hut
    2 min walk
  • Irish Murphy's
    8 min walk
  • Okami
    8 min walk

About this property

Central City Motor Inn

  • Motel near Sovereign Hill
  • Located close to Art Gallery of Ballarat and Eureka Centre, Central City Motor Inn provides dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • An indoor pool
    • Free self-parking
    • English breakfast (surcharge), barbecues and luggage storage
    • Smoke-free property
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Central City Motor Inn offer perks, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Kitchenettes, fridges and on-request microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7 AM - 9:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8 AM - 8 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Frequently asked questions

Does Central City Motor Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Central City Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Central City Motor Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Central City Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Central City Motor Inn?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Central City Motor Inn located?

Located in Bakery Hill, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Art Gallery of Ballarat, Sovereign Hill and Eureka Centre. Ballarat Station is 13 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Central City Motor Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 310 out of 499 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 499 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 499 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 499 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 499 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and effective, offering us recommendations for places to eat at in the neighbourhood, lending us an iPhone charger, opening the swimming pool for us etc. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, close to all amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and helpful and knowledgeable about the area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was easy staying here, quick check in clean comfortable room with great inclusions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Pedro Claussen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Location and Welcoming staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for our one night stop. Warm, comfortable and had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Giacinta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, quiet, neat and pleasant room. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Could not fault cleanliness and amenities. Good sized room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joss

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic little motor inn, close to dining, shopping mall and easy parking (off street). Will not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location convenient and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good clean comfortable and quiet motor inn
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Definitely one of the better motels we've stayed in. Room was cleaned every day for out three night stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, nice room comfortable bed and pillows
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful and room was comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to shops and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

ARTHUR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room, nice and clean. Just disappointed with the indoor pool
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and close to the central city
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good price ,good location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

SUSANNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location close to City Centre
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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8/10 Good

Barb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay while visiting Ballarat. An easy walk into town for shopping and eating. Good sized room, comfy bed and big ensuite. The room also had a well stocked kitchenette.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024