★★★★ 4-Star Luxury Hotel

Craigs Royal Hotel

Ballarat  ·  Australia  ·  10 Lydiard Street South

4.2 1027 guest reviews

About Craigs Royal Hotel — Luxury Boutique Hotel in Ballarat

Craigs Royal Hotel is an exceptional 4-star hotel in Ballarat, Australia. Guests enjoy a distinctive experience combining world-class facilities including bar, parking, restaurant, and more with the personalised warmth that defines great boutique hospitality.

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Guest Reviews 4.2 / 5

Joshua Connors
★★★★★ Jul 2025

We had our wedding reception here and couldn't be happier with how it went. The price included a night's stay in one of the bridal suites, the use of three beautiful function rooms, canapes, three courses, and an open bar with a very generous selection of drinks. The staff were incredibly helpful in the lead up and on the night. Nothing was too difficult. The food was fantastic, and the beautiful and historical rooms/building added so much to the night. The Craig's worked directly with our suppliers to pull everything off seamlessly. They were more than happy for us to pop in frequently in the lead up to check the space again and work over floor plans. The original features, with period decor, high ceilings, fire places, tiled floors, grand stair case, and tapestries provided an elegance and sophistication that really couldn't get anywhere else at the price they offer. Thanks to everyone at the Craig's for making our night so special.

V Conway
★★★★★ May 2025

We loved our stay—service was outstanding and nothing was ever too much trouble. We arrived early and our room was ready, and even when we had to move rooms, it was handled seamlessly. The rooms are beautiful, with every detail reflecting the rich history of Craig's. An old-world lift takes you to your floor, where you're led through a charming maze of ornate halls. The entrance and foyer immediately draw you in, and the grand staircase adds to the timeless character of the hotel. We’ll definitely be back—Craig’s is now our go-to in town. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

Jade Wilson
★★★★★ May 2025

Craig’s Royal Hotel was the most stunning backdrop for our wedding, absolutely timeless and elegant. But what truly made our experience unforgettable was the incredible staff, especially our events coordinator, Heidi. From start to finish, Heidi was a dream to work with. She made everything run so smoothly on the day, handling every little detail (even the ones we were stressing about, like lighting candles!) before we even had to ask. Her communication was fantastic and gave us so much peace of mind. The food was also delicious, our guests are still raving about it. We’re so grateful we chose Craig’s Royal Hotel for our special day, it was perfect in every way