[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Miner's Retreat Motel Motel with free parking, near Sovereign Hill ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19250000/19240500/19240497/58142c76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19250000/19240500/19240497/075ae585.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19250000/19240500/19240497/9dbe2120.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2-Bedroom Cabin | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19250000/19240500/19240497/5e9cc532.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Twin Room (Hidden bunk bed available on request)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19250000/19240500/19240497/df3f2a95.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Miner's Retreat Motel in Ballarat East offers a serene getaway where guests enjoy free in-room WiFi and practical laundry facilities. The garden provides a genuine connection to the outdoors, while the cooked-to-order breakfast gives visitors energy for exploring the area. 7.8 Good ## Popular amenities - Room service - Breakfast available - Laundry - Air conditioning - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 15 - Oct. 16](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=19240497&PinnedHotelID=19240497&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=19240497&PinnedHotelID=19240497&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 16 - Oct. 17](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=19240497&PinnedHotelID=19240497&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=19240497&PinnedHotelID=19240497&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=19240497&PinnedHotelID=19240497&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=19240497&PinnedHotelID=19240497&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=19240497&PinnedHotelID=19240497&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=19240497&PinnedHotelID=19240497&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![2-Bedroom Cabin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19250000/19240500/19240497/ad033ccd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 2-Bedroom Cabin 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Kitchen Refrigerator - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds ![Pillowtop beds, desk, soundproofing, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19250000/19240500/19240497/6fa8b405.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Room (Hidden bunk bed available on request) ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Pillowtop bed Hair dryer Private bathroom - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ![Pillowtop beds, desk, soundproofing, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19250000/19240500/19240497/e7aca8d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Twin Room (Hidden bunk bed available on request) ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Pillowtop bed Hair dryer Private bathroom - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Twin Beds ![Superior Family Room ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19250000/19240500/19240497/bc371ce7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Family Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Pillowtop bed Hair dryer Private bathroom - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBallarat-Hotels-Miners-Retreat-Motel.h19240497.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBallarat-Hotels-Miners-Retreat-Motel.h19240497.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Ballarat East, a neighborhood in Ballarat, is home to Miner's Retreat Motel. Sovereign Hill and Eureka Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Eureka Hall and Her Majesty's Theatre. Eureka Aquatic Center and Ballarat Bird World are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. [Visit our Ballarat travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballarat.dx5914) [View more Motels in Ballarat](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballarat-Motels.d5914-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-37.56576%2C143.88728&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Mfw_5dHwPyQwBFldGeH-ShY5Wn8=) 604-610 Eureka Street, Ballarat East, VIC, 3350 ### What's nearby - Ballarat Wildlife Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Sovereign Hill - 3 min drive - 2.3 km - Art Gallery of Ballarat - 3 min drive - 3.1 km - Ballarat Town Hall - 4 min drive - 3.1 km - Ballarat Base Hospital - 5 min drive - 4.2 km ### Getting around - Ballarat Station - 7 min drive - Avalon Airport (AVV) - 78 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Hideaway - ‬3 min drive - ‪Little Square Garage - ‬3 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Brown Hill Pub - ‬3 min drive ## About this property ### Miner's Retreat Motel Motel near Sovereign Hill Miner's Retreat Motel provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) Room features All guestrooms at Miner's Retreat Motel boast thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Pillowtop mattresses and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) - Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with cable channels - Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and on-request microwaves ## Similar properties ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/119600/119536/44c9dd8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Barkly Motorlodge Bakery Hill - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Business services 8.0 Very good 701 reviews CA $106 CA $116 total includes taxes & fees Oct 19 - Oct 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=119536&PinnedHotelID=119536&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/423700/423681/e207cd04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Main Lead Ballarat Motel Golden Point (Ballarat) - Pool - Parking included - 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In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities - Microwave on request - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities ### Outdoors - Garden - Picnic area ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - 1 floor - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Pillowtop mattress - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Limited room service - Microwave on request - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Heating - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions The property charges 2.6 percent for credit card payments The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (8 AM - 11:00 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (8 AM - 11:00 PM) Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 15.0 per day Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 15.0 per day ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 6 to 30 for adults, and AUD 6 to 30 for children - Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15.0 per day - Rollaway bed fee: AUD 15.0 per day - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.6 percent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Miner's Retreat Motel Ballarat East Miner's Retreat Ballarat East Miner's Retreat Ballarat Miner's Retreat Motel Motel Miner's Retreat Motel Ballarat East Miner's Retreat Motel Motel Ballarat East ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Miner's Retreat Motel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Miner's Retreat Motel? > As of Oct 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Miner's Retreat Motel on Oct 17, 2025 start from CA $123.47, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Ballarat-Hotels-Miners-Retreat-Motel.h19240497.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Miner's Retreat Motel? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Miner's Retreat Motel? > Check-in begins at 2 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Miner's Retreat Motel? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Where is Miner's Retreat Motel located? > Located in Ballarat East, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Eureka Hall, Eureka Aquatic Center, and Eureka Centre. Ballarat Wildlife Park and Lake Esmond Botanical Garden are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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