Craig'S Royal Hotel, Ballarat
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
Craig's Royal Hotel offers 41 boutique rooms, each uniquely rebuilt and furnished, retaining features of their rich history. No two rooms are identical. Rooms include a personal safe, a work desk, and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. All rooms have dual spa baths and access to a shared balcony. The air-conditioned suites feature antique furniture, including a 600-year-old Chinese wedding bed. Royal Suites are individually themed with antique furnishings, an en suite bathroom with a spa bath, and a walk-in shower; most offer views of Lydiard Street. Some rooms offer king-size beds that can split into two single beds, subject to availability. Rooms include free toiletries, bathrobes, a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bath, a hairdryer, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe, an electric kettle, a carpeted floor, and heating. Some rooms are specifically designed for single travelers.
Dining at Craig's
The Gallery Restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and includes a bar. Guests can enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. For dinner inclusive rates, guests choose from 2 meal options on the menu.
Events and Weddings
Craig's Royal Hotel hosts meetings for 10 to presentations for 150 guests. Bentley's is available for dinners and conferences, featuring Victorian architectural details, in-house AV equipment, and restaurant-standard catering. The Grand Dining Room seats 110 guests and provides space for a dance floor. The Prince's Room suits wedding ceremonies, cocktail receptions, or intimate seated functions. The Reading Room, overlooking Her Majesty's Theatre, has an elegant balcony. The Cellar is a unique location for receptions or pre-dinner drinks. The hotel hosted confidential board meetings, boards of inquiry, state functions, and corporate announcements.
Location in Ballarat
Located in the heart of Ballarat, Craig'S Royal Hotel is a 10-minute walk from Ballarat. Landmarks nearby include St Patrick's Cathedral (1 km), Bakery Hill (0.5 km), Central Square Shopping Centre (0.3 km), Burke and Wills Fountain (0.3 km), Mount Warrenheip (0.3 km), Post Office Gallery (0.3 km), Lake Burrumbeet (0.3 km), The Gold Museum (2.5 km), and Eureka Stadium (0.3 km). Avalon is 100 km away.
Hotel Services
Craig's Royal Hotel offers free valet parking and free Wi-Fi access. Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Guests can make use of complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Electric Vehicle Charging and Secure Off Street Parking are available. The hotel provides responsible gambling in all of its venues, exceeding all gambling legislature requirements in the state of Victoria. The hotel maintains responsible service of alcohol, with staff trained in Responsible Service of Alcohol.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- ATM/Cash machine
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Children's menu
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor