A Golden Opportunity to Experience Ballarat

Rich in culture, with access to airport shuttle and the historic Victorian Goldfields

Set on 55 acres of manicured lawns, gardens, and a tree-lined lake, our Ramada Resort Ballarat hotel is a heritage-listed mansion built in 1878. Travel back in time and experience the Gold Rush city of Ballarat, where you’re just minutes from the famous goldfields of Sovereign Hill. Take in the magnificent mansion scenery from our relaxing outdoor barbecue area or onsite lake. Our historic hotel is only a short drive from Federation University Australia, with easy metro access and shuttles available to Melbourne Airport for a nominal fee.

Travel at Ease

Loosen up in our fitness center, spa, or heated indoor pool

With onsite paddle boating, lake fishing, tennis courts, and bikes, enjoy a Ballarat vacation that will go down in history. Indulge in comforts like a spa, sauna, garden, and heated indoor pool. Work up a sweat in our fitness center, or hit the game rooms for billiards and table tennis. Our hotel gives you access to onsite laundry facilities, making us a perfect spot for extended stays. We have free parking for guests during their stay, with RV and trailer parking available. You can also reserve Melbourne Airport shuttles in advance for a nominal fee.

Your Local Ambassador

Visit historic gold mines and nature reserves

Surrounded by Gold Rush history and culture, our hotel provides easy access to public transportation—so you can discover what’s around. Take an “eerie tour” of the area, or explore the famed gold mines at Sovereign Hill. Learn something at the Art Gallery or the Eureka Centre, or experience the thrills of go-karting at Ballarat Indoor Go-Karts. Enjoy the great outdoors at Ballarat Wildlife Park or the Lake Wendouree Reserve, or shop at the Central Square Shopping Centre. You can also venture out to Melbourne, which is just 1.5 hours away.