St John of God Hospital Ballarat - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Ballarat Base Hospital - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Lake Wendouree - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
Sovereign Hill - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Getting around
Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 78 min drive
Ballarat Station - 9 min walk
Elaine Station - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Curry Star Indian Restaurant - 4 min walk
Gloria Jean's Coffees - 1 min walk
Cobb's Coffee - 4 min walk
Golden City Hotel - 2 min walk
Schnitz - 2 min walk
About this property
Oscar's Hotel
Located near a train station, Oscar's Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Ballarat. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Oscars, which serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this Art Deco hotel include a bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
13 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property has two event spaces. Guests should expect a high level of noise until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 9:30 AM–11 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children's menu
What to do
Use of nearby fitness centre
Working away
2 meeting rooms
Conference space
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Garden
Terrace
Banquet hall
Art Deco architecture
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Oscars – This restaurant specialises in Regional cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 8 to 22 for adults and AUD 8 to 22 for children
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.5 per cent
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for AUD 30.0 per stay
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Oscars Ballarat
Oscars Hotel
Oscars Hotel Ballarat
Oscar's Hotel Ballarat
Oscar's Ballarat
Oscar's Hotel & Cafe Bar Ballarat, Victoria
Oscar's Hotel Ballarat Central
Oscar's Ballarat Central
Oscar's Hotel Hotel
Oscar's Hotel Ballarat
Oscar's Hotel Hotel Ballarat
Frequently asked questions
Does Oscar's Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Oscar's Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Oscar's Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Oscar's Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Oscar's Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Oscar's Hotel and nearby?
Oscar's Hotel has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Oscar's Hotel?
Yes, Oscars offers Regional cuisine.
What's the area around Oscar's Hotel like?
Oscar's Hotel is in the heart of Ballarat, a short 9-minute walk from Ballarat Station and 3 minutes' walk from Ballarat Town Hall.
Oscar's Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
26 December 2024
One night for Christmas
Christmas night stay so knew that there would be restrictions.
The hotel advised us well beforehand that there would be no reception or restaurant facilities. Communication was excellent.
Small problem with the tv remote that was easily fixed.
Very comfortable sleep.
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 December 2024
Never disappoints!
Love Oscars. Staff very attentive, friendly and helpful. Rooms always spotless and comfortable. Dined in and the food was high quality and service once again very good. Always the place to stay when I’m in Ballarat
David
David, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
16 November 2024
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 August 2024
Nanette
Nanette, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
11 August 2024
Nice room ,good room service, very nice food
Hans
Hans, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
3 August 2024
It was exactly what I needed but for the price, I feel there could have been more. It would have been nice if I could’ve gotten a table for dinner instead of eating in my room.
Katrina
Katrina, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 July 2024
Having eaten at Oscars before, and knowing the beautiful food and service it provides it was a good opportunity to try out their accommodation. No surprises the service and quality was equally great. There is a difference between providing a service and providing hospitality and the team at Oscars have the second one nailed.
Jane
Jane, 1-night business trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
25 July 2024
Tahnee
Tahnee, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
19 July 2024
christopher
christopher, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
15 June 2024
Friendly staff
Convenient location
Lovely dinner
Pamela
Pamela, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 April 2024
Elegantly classic comfort
Such an amazing classic country town hotel with beautiful decor, high ceilings and conveniently close to everything. The food in the restaurant on site is top class and very good value! Will stay again!!
Simon
Simon, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 April 2024
The stay at Oscar's was amazing. You get to experience the heritage value of Ballarat while also enjoying luxury and comfort. I travelled solo and stayed for 2 nights - felt absolutely safe in this hotel. The restaurant also serves great food and drink options.
Aishwarya
Aishwarya, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
17 March 2024
Great weekend stay
Scott
Scott, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
11 March 2024
Greta stay. Rooms were spacious and well appointed. Good location in centre of town. Team were very helpful. Dinner was good
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 March 2024
Very enjoyable stay. Spacious room. Wonderful restaurant..
Central location. Would definitely stay again.
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 February 2024
Even if i didn't stay at Oscar's I would have went for dinner or lunch. Table service by the staff is 5 * and a beautiful ambience without paying exorbitant price's. Do yourself a favour and stay a couple of nights.
allan
allan, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 February 2024
Enjoyed our stay at Oscars
Beautiful meal as well
Meredith
Meredith, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
25 January 2024
The bed was very comfortable beautiful sheets, needed a smaller pillow to sleep they were too high. The room location in the building was very noisy above venue room and the st noise on both nights not enjoyable
Jen
Jen, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
26 December 2023
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 December 2023
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 December 2023
The only negative is the reserved parking at rear is usually taken up by non guest dining in the bistro area.
Peter
Peter, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
26 November 2023
alexia
alexia, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 November 2023
Leslie
Leslie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 November 2023
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 October 2023
Beautiful venue, well appointed room with excellent bathroom facilities. Many dining options available. Walking distance to town centre.