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Sovereign Hill Hotel

Sovereign Hill Hotel

39 Magpie Street, Ballarat, 3350, Australia

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Free parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Picnic area

Garden

Sovereign Hill Hotel

Sovereign Hill Hotel is a 3-star retreat in Ballarat, Victoria, Australia, located at 39 Magpie Street and just 1.2mi from the city center. Free parking and free WiFi set the stage for an easy arrival, while air conditioning keeps the rooms comfy year-round. Inside, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, and a garden invite relaxed moments, and kitchenware and a kitchenette are handy for light meals; meeting and banquet facilities are available for an extra charge.

With 948 reviews to its name, this Ballarat property has plenty of traveler opinions to share.

A cheerful stop at 39 Magpie Street in Ballarat, Victoria, Australia, where easy access to free parking, free WiFi, and a terrace or garden makes downtime feel like a mini vacation.

Variety is the spice of travel, and Sovereign Hill Hotel in Ballarat delivers a broad mix of rooms to suit couples, families, and groups. The Colonial Family covers 484 square feet and sleeps 2 adults and 1 child, featuring a bunk bed and a queen bed. The Cottage, 4 Bed, at 356 square feet, fits 2 adults and 1 child, while the Family room can accommodate up to 8 adults and 4 children with a combination of bunk beds and a queen bed.

Other options include the Governors, King at 377 square feet with a king bed plus two twin beds, a versatile setup for different group sizes; the Superior offers 270 square feet for 2 adults and 1 child, and the Standard Room provides 162 square feet of space for 2 adults and 1 child. The Family Junior Suite spans 355 square feet and accommodates 2 adults and 1 child, adding a touch of extra space for a small family.

Lighting up the stay with practical perks, kitchenware and a kitchenette are handy for light meals, while a terrace and garden invite downtime. Meeting and banquet facilities are available for an extra charge, and payment options include cash and major cards: American Express, Mastercard, Visa, and Eftpos. Free parking and free WiFi help keep the journey smooth.

Closest airports

Avalon Airport

46.1mi

Melbourne Airport

54.1mi

Essendon Airport

57.8mi

Most popular amenities

Free parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Picnic area

Garden

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Free toiletries

Rooms

Colonial Family Room in Sovereign Hill Hotel

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Colonial Family

1 Bunk Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

485 sqft

Private Bathroom

Terrace

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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This refurbished, air-conditioned room includes a king size bed, 1 set of bunks, flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Please note the room price is based on 4 guests. Maximum occupancy is 6 (see Hotel Policies).

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Cottage, 4 Bed

355 sqft

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Free wifi

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Guests can make meals in the fully equipped kitchenette that has a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. This bungalow features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, a flat-screen TV and a terrace. The unit offers 4 beds.

Governors King Room in Sovereign Hill Hotel

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Governors, King Size

1 King Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

375 sqft

Private Bathroom

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Family Room in Sovereign Hill Hotel

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Family

2 Bunk Beds

1 Queen Size Bed

485 sqft

Private Bathroom

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Air conditioning

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Family Junior Suite in Sovereign Hill Hotel

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Family Junior Suite

1 Bunk Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

355 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Family, King Size

1 King Size Bed

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Colonial

Kitchenette

Balcony

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

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Standard Room

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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Cottage

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Free wifi

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House

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House Standard

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Superior

270 sqft

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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Standard, King Size

1 King Size Bed

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Guest reviews

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948 reviews

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Esyrahlyn

10

March 2025

Sovereign Hill Hotel is a charming accommodation option located within the famous Sovereign Hill historical park in Ballarat, Victoria. It provides visitors with a unique opportunity to stay immersed in the gold rush era, featuring a mix of modern comfort and period-style décor. The hotel offers a variety of room types, including family rooms, budget-friendly options, and premium suites, catering to different travelers. Staying at the hotel allows guests easy access to Sovereign Hill’s attractions, including underground mine tours, gold panning, live theatre performances, and costumed characters reenacting 1850s life. The hotel is also close to Ballarat’s other attractions, such as the Gold Museum, Lake Wendouree, and the Eureka Centre. It’s a great choice for families, history lovers, and tourists looking for a relaxing yet immersive experience in one of Australia’s most famous heritage sites.

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Ariel

8.2

March 2025

Great location if visiting Sovereign Hill. Historical building well maintained. Friendly team doing their best to assist. Though the room is bit tired, it was overall clean.

Only two sets of cups/glasses even though 3 guests registered staying. Pillows too flat and soft. Very poor Wi-Fi signal. Suggest to place a king size bed topper if not used as two singles to minimise the feeling of the gap. The heritage building is not sound proof so could hear clearly people entering the main door as well as every step up/down the stairs - this didn’t bother us as we expected it.

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Tina

8.2

December 2024

I liked that it was close to shopping and right next door to Sovereign Hill. The staff were very pleasant. It was very clean.

Trying to watch TV at night,we kept getting just a blue screen and nearly gave up but we found one channel with a picture and ended up watching a horror movie. The showers are way too small and my husband had to stand outside and just have a good wash. One small milk for 3 people. The door kept banging right next to us as people went out and came in and to top it off the people in the next room had small children who decided to have a very loud tantrum. Our grandson who has Autism was getting frustrated with the noise and watching TV helps but he couldn't do that so I sat on his bed holding a phone for him to watch as he can't watch horror.

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Mahjabeen

9.1

September 2024

The accomodation was great value for money. The bathrooms and bedrooms all clean. The heating cooling worked well The blind was broken but it wasn’t a major issue. It just either had to be rolled up the whole way or it would drop down. The adult bed was comfortable. The kids didn’t like the bunkers though said it wasn’t comfortable. There were also profanities written underneath the first bunker so my youngest read them and decided not to sleep there anymore. Despite all this it was a comfortable stay. It’s close to sovereign Hill. I think it’s worth the money that you’re paying. It’s very cost-effective especially for families.

The swear words and profanity that were written under the bunkbed the top bunk bed so the person sleeping on the lower bunker could actually read it. The children also said that they didn’t find the bunkers quite comfortable but that’s okay. It wasn’t a big deal but, some of the wordings that were written under that bunker probably need to be painted out or blackened out.

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Maxine

10

February 2025

Set in idyllic surroundings, along the edge of Sovereign Hill. These rooms have a beautiful scenic view of the mining village. A pleasant evening stroll around the facility, which includes a lookout for miles around. A really lovely place to stay with that feeling of antiquity. We enjoyed our stay so much, we came back for a second night.

The cost of breakfast in the main building is very pricey. There are however, some lovely cafe's around the local area.

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Adam

8.2

July 2025

Property was easy to find, parking was ample and free and the check in staff were helpful and friendly. It's located on the Sovereign Hill site and if you have tickets you can use your room key to get into the back entrance of Sovereign Hill. The location was sensational for the winter lights experience at Sovereign Hill

The breakfast was very expensive ($35 per adult and $15 per child) for a basic buffet.

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Laura

9.1

January 2024

The room was clean and comfortable, styled in the older colonial style, which is a lovely touch. The room was quiet, and you could not hear the other guests coming or going. The toiletries that are supplied are nice and smelt wonderful. Breakfast is a good option in the morning, it's kind of a buffet you can get your own toast, pastries and friut, but they ask if you want a hot meal which you get a choice of scrabbled or fried eggs. Entry to sovereign Hill is not included in your stay, but you can purchase entry at the hotel and enter the park via the hotel, which is handy.

The shower is very pokie.

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Sharon

8.2

January 2024

Lovely room, good, clean facilities and reasonable price. Great location for accessing Sovereign Hill. Staff were friendly, helpful and attentive. Check in and out was simple. Staff recommended the Red Lion for tea and this was a great choice really enjoyed the meal!

Bunk bed not so comfy for older child. Breakfast quite pricy, so we ate elsewhere. Some decorations or furniture to make it feel more nostalgic - like part of Sovereign Hill would be better. It just felt a bit too modern for a "Sovereign Hill" hotel.

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Jared

8.2

August 2024

Easy check in, the room was warm on our arrival (June , so very cold outside), the bed was very comfortable and the free parking was great. It was quiet , no noise from the tourist activities at Sovereign Hill was heard from our rooms. It had a beautiful view too, we were in the Governor Room.

The heating in the bathroom should be better , and the door lock to the room was broken and needed attention by night staff.

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Alina

8.2

August 2023

The hotel is located next to Sovereign Hill park. It has a separate entrance and provides separate entry cards for all its visitors. The hotel complements the park. So, all the buildings are made in the same style as colonial Australia. The hotel is located near the bus stop. Therefore travellers without a car can easily get to it from the station to the hotel and from the hotel to the city.

The room, unfortunately, was not clean. There were some brown spots on the bedding, and every time someone in the hotel drained the water, we heard the water flowing through the pipes along the entire room.

Points of Interest Around Sovereign Hill Hotel

Attractions

Sovereign Hill

0.2mi

Gold Museum

0.2mi

Ballarat Wildlife Park

1.6mi

Kryal Castle

6.1mi

Creswick Woollen Mills

11.5mi

Daylesford

22.1mi

Amenities of Sovereign Hill Hotel

Free parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Picnic area

Garden

View

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Sovereign Hill Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property