2 Lyons Street South, 3350 Ballarat, Australia
#12 of 85 hotels in Ballarat
Guests' ChoiceBased on 690 hotel reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.1
Staff
8.4
Value for money
8.8
Free WiFi
8.1
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End of dialog contentReviewed: September 21, 2023
Steve
New ZealandNothing
Stunning property a short walk from the bars and restaurants. The interior is absolutely beautiful. We stayed in Grand Room 1 and it was definitely grand... a huge room with high ornate ceilings, an impressive chandelier, big super comfy bed and a big TV. The bathroom had dual sinks and a really nice shower.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 20, 2023
Anthony
AustraliaNothing
Well located and very comfortable large rooms with all necessary facilities
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 19, 2023
Eleanor
AustraliaNo proper table to eat at. Layout of bathroom could be improved with more surfaces for toiletries etc and more towel rails, Some fittings needed maintenance (toilet seat and shelf in shower.
Character of the building. Great restoration. Quietness. Location.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 11, 2023
Ben
AustraliaNothing
Amazing
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 11, 2023
Brittany
AustraliaThe skylight in the second bedroom leaves the room a little bright for midday naps. We did have a minor challenge closing the skylight window completely but it created no issues.
It was very clean. The king size bed in the main bedroom was so comfortable - like sleeping on a cloud. The room was separate to the main property which was great as we have a toddler. Check in was seamless and check out too. Heating in all rooms worked well. The house keeping staff were lovely and helpful. The lay out of the rooms within the apartment works well for sound proofing too. The location of the apartment is very good, if the weather was a little better we could have walked to a lot of eating places.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 11, 2023
Larry
AustraliaNo option to open windows.
The room was comfortable and clean.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 4, 2023
Alison
AustraliaThere was nothing to not like about the property. Only feedback is that a broom could be handy and perhaps some washing powder for washing machine (happy to pay or include as a chargeable item). Most properties are now offering 11am check out which you may want to consider.
Decor, location, spaciousness, comfortable (particularly beds), amenities. The buildings character and grandness was amazing.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: August 27, 2023
Melanie
AustraliaMy suite was lovely. Bed was very comfortable and great location. Chocolates were divine. My only thought would be better lighting in the bathroom and didn’t like the coffees but apart from that fantastic
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 26, 2023
Dawn
AustraliaBeautiful, very roomy, great kitchen & quiet location.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 25, 2023
Melissa
AustraliaThe beds and pillows were uncomfortable
Was a lovely house and room and fabulous location
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 25, 2023
Mark
AustraliaNo shower door, bathroom door also didnt close at all and things from mini bar were missing that i got charged for also on arrival when i booked through here the pin number you sent me did not work lucky for me the staff on after hours went above and beyond to get me a room for the night after being stuck in the cold with my daughter for nearly an hour
Bed was awsome some of the things were missing from the mini bar that i did not use but got charged for and the shower has no door so was very cold also the bathroom door did not close and i was staying there with my daughter so this is not ideal
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 23, 2023
Daina
AustraliaI didn't receive an email prior to arrival, so when I arrived, I couldn't get in. I had to ring about 4 numbers until I got to speak to someone to give me the code to get me room key. That was a small inconvenience only.
Lovely room. Heater was on when we arrived so the apartment was lovely and warm. Very comfortable bed. Great value for money.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 21, 2023
Julie
Australiastreet lights in driveway coming through window is bright
clean and comfy
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 16, 2023
Sue
AustraliaParking. We couldn’t park out the back of the property (very little parking room and none available) and there was no parking available out the front of the property until late in the afternoon. Had to park up the Main Street and walk our bags around.
The room was large and well appointed.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 15, 2023
Jennie
AustraliaI had advised that my sister used a wheelchair and walker when confirming the booking. Access was confirmed as being possible from the rear of the property. She arrived an hour earlier than me, and was unable to access the key, as it was located in a lock box at the front of the property, up a flight of about 8 or so stairs. Understandable that the lock box would be in only one location, however It would have been helpful to know this in advance, so she could have planned to arrive after me.
Lovely period accommodation with modern comforts. Beds super comfortable, fire was on when we arrived, which was very welcoming. Location excellent, as walking distance to several eateries.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 15, 2023
Josette
AustraliaWould have loved early check in as I needed somewhere to work from. Communication regarding whether that was available on the day would have been good.
Gorgeous old building, love the rooms, the balcony, chandeliers and the bath. Easy check in and check out with key drop. Great location. Easy parking.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: August 12, 2023
Clare
AustraliaThe room was very cold.
Decoration was good. Location was great. Bed was comfy.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: August 5, 2023
Cindy
AustraliaQuality and size of apartment
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 27, 2023
Cameron
AustraliaThe shower screen was broken but other than that it was great
It’s a beautiful old building with an amazing history in a great location.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 23, 2023
David
New ZealandEvery aspect of the stay was excellent
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 18, 2023
Katherine
AustraliaGreat location, gorgeous room, comfortable bed.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 16, 2023
Tia
AustraliaCentral heating was a little too warm and wasn’t happy with the parking situation. But that’s just being picky.
Beautiful property!
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 12, 2023
Ahm
AustraliaA passcode was texted to us to get our keys from a lockbox. But the code was wrong. We contacted the hotel number & waited for 10-15 minutes to get the key. However, we guessed the code and were able to get the key from the key box after 10-15 minutes.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 11, 2023
Linda
AustraliaWe didn't stay longer! But there is limited off street parking.
The heritage building is just beautiful. And our apartment was more than comfortable. Also appreciated that it close to many amenities, cafes etc.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: June 29, 2023
Craig
AustraliaGorgeous Building and Great Location
Stayed in June 2023
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