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A dining area with a large window, a chandelier, and a wooden cabinet with a picture.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a large island with stools.

A living room with a brick fireplace, a leather sofa, a coffee table with decorative items, and a television displaying a news program.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a variety of food items and kitchenware.

1. Helen's Homestead

14.7 km from Federation University Australia

Shelley

SAR 197

SAR 275 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large TV screen.

A modern hotel with a spacious entrance, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a laptop, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of greenery and a building.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a desk with a laptop, a chair, and a small table with a lamp.

2. Quest Ballarat Station

Soldiers Hill, 8.2 km from Federation University Australia

Anthony

SAR 462

SAR 508 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A reception door with a sign indicating reception hours, a key return box, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A room with a desk, chair, television, and a door leading outside.

A residential area with a house, a driveway, and a garden with blooming flowers.

A two-story building with a brick exterior and a covered porch.

3. Victoriana Motor Inn

Ballarat East, 7.5 km from Federation University Australia

Matthew

SAR 275

SAR 344 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with two pillows, two bedside tables with lamps, and a small rug.

A swimming pool with a brick patio, a covered seating area, and a fenced garden.

A pathway lined with white and purple flowers, leading to a building with a beige roof and columns.

A reception area with a counter, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

4. Begonia City Motor Inn

Sebastopol, 5.2 km from Federation University Australia

Warwick

SAR 282

SAR 310 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A restaurant with brick walls, wooden tables, and bar stools.

A red brick building with a sign reading "Motel Reception & Entry Apartments."

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a picture on the wall.

A narrow kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

5. Lake Inn Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 8.9 km from Federation University Australia

michelle

SAR 492

SAR 544 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A kitchen with a brick wall, a potted plant, a laptop, and a display case with pastries.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a blue patterned backsplash, and a round wooden dining table with chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a blue herringbone backsplash, and a wooden countertop. There is a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a hallway leading to another room.

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a small table with a vase, a cabinet, and a window with curtains.

6. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

Ballarat Central, 8.1 km from Federation University Australia

Frances

SAR 390

SAR 431 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A lobby with a leather sofa, a wooden table with fruit, and a chandelier.

A grand lobby with ornate chandeliers, a patterned carpet, and a staircase.

A bar area with a wooden bar counter, bar stools, and a large mirror. There are bottles and glasses on the counter, and a potted plant is visible.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings and skylights, featuring checkered flooring and multiple dining tables and chairs.

7. Craig's Royal Hotel

Ballarat Central, 7.7 km from Federation University Australia

Marissa

SAR 362

SAR 400 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A modern living room with a large L-shaped sofa, a flat-screen TV on a stand, wooden flooring, and a ceiling fan.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, stainless steel appliances, and wooden flooring.

8. Ballarat Suites

Golden Point (Ballarat), 5.8 km from Federation University Australia

Robert

SAR 445

SAR 490 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and large windows.

A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a chandelier.

A grey building with a black front door, a balcony, and a sign reading "Ballarat Premier Apartments."

A hallway with a table featuring a lamp, a vase with flowers, and a fruit bowl.

9. Ballarat Premier Apartments

Ballarat Central, 8 km from Federation University Australia

natalka

SAR 570

SAR 627 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A large indoor swimming pool with blue tiles, lounge chairs, and a brick wall with a welcome sign.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, toaster, sink, and a small refrigerator.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a wine display.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a kitchenette.

10. Sovereign Park Motor Inn

Golden Point (Ballarat), 6.6 km from Federation University Australia

Alireza

SAR 536

SAR 589 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a white fence and large windows.

A neatly made bed with a white and light blue quilt, a grey upholstered headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a counter with flowers, and a view of the outside through a window.

A building with a sign reading "OSCAR'S" on the front.

11. Oscar's Hotel

Ballarat Central, 7.8 km from Federation University Australia

Kane

SAR 425

SAR 468 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A brick building with a reception area, columns, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a small workspace with a laptop and a lamp.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a kitchen in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a chair, a TV, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

12. Quest Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 8.1 km from Federation University Australia

Leanne

SAR 481

SAR 531 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A neatly made bed with white bedding and striped pillows, a bedside lamp, and a chair in a hotel room.

A waterfront property with a dock, a boat, and a building with a white roof.

A Motor Inn building with a balcony, a sign indicating a vacancy, and a pool area.

A bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white sink, and a mirror above the sink.

13. Central City Motor Inn

Bakery Hill, 7.4 km from Federation University Australia

Annatta

SAR 350

SAR 388 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

An outdoor café with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a brick building in the background.

A brick building with a red roof, surrounded by a garden with various flowering plants and shrubs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a small table with a lamp.

A hotel room with a bed, a microwave, a kettle, a coffee maker, a telephone, and a table with chairs.

14. Ambassador Motor Inn Ballarat

Alfredton, 11.3 km from Federation University Australia

Kay

SAR 300

SAR 330 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A two-story building with a gabled roof and a covered porch.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large window, and a view of the outdoor area.

A brick barbecue grill, picnic table, and a house in the background.

15. Sovereign Hill Hotel

Golden Point (Ballarat), 5.9 km from Federation University Australia

Catherine

SAR 402

SAR 442 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern cafe with a glass front display case, outdoor seating, and a visible street view.

A grand hallway with a tiled floor, a chandelier, and a staircase with a wooden railing.

A covered terrace with wicker furniture, ornate railings, and a view of historic buildings.

A bar area with stools, a counter, and a brick wall.

16. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

Ballarat Central, 7.8 km from Federation University Australia

Matthew

SAR 508

SAR 558 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A single-story building with a covered porch and a patio area.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a brick pathway.

A room with a bed, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a window with blinds.

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop and bar stools, a dining table, and a large window overlooking a forested area.

17. NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

Golden Point (Ballarat), 6.3 km from Federation University Australia

Richard

SAR 398

SAR 438 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A wooden deck with a patio umbrella, a white fence, and a view of greenery through large windows.

A bathroom with a wooden vanity, a potted plant, and a mirror with a light.

A woman walking on a curved pathway surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A building with a brick facade, a sign for 'Billy's Distilled Bar', and a 'Mercure' sign.

18. Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

Golden Point (Ballarat), 5.6 km from Federation University Australia

Patricia

SAR 442

SAR 486 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a small table, and a mirror. There is a door leading to another room and a window with curtains.

A reception desk with a framed artwork, a bulletin board, and a welcome sign.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden desk, a grey sofa, and a small kitchen area with a microwave and refrigerator.

19. Alfred Motor Inn

Alfredton, 12.1 km from Federation University Australia

Ra'ed

SAR 280

SAR 308 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area, and a bench outside.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A Comfort Inn & Suites sign, a street with cars, and a clear blue sky.

A brick building with a sign for Comfort Inn & Suites, featuring a blue awning and a clear blue sky.

20. City Views Ballarat

Bakery Hill, 7.5 km from Federation University Australia

Kate

SAR 280

SAR 308 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Federation University Australia

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Helen's Homestead	9.8 Exceptional 159 reviews	View
Quest Ballarat Station	9.6 Exceptional 606 reviews	View
Victoriana Motor Inn	9.4 Exceptional 731 reviews	View
Begonia City Motor Inn	9.0 Wonderful 350 reviews	View
Lake Inn Ballarat	9.4 Exceptional 859 reviews	View

Top Federation University Australia Hotel Reviews

The Provincial Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were fantastic, the room was great for our needs and it was close to everything."

Mid City Ballarat

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean and a nice big size. Staff were very nice and helpful. Not many choices at the buffet breakfast. Plenty of on site parking. Nice central location for Ballarat CBD"

Sovereign Hill Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"So clean and such a pretty accommodation place."

Victoriana Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"I had a wonderful stay in the motel. The staff were incredibly helpful, especially as I lock myself out late at night and fortunately got some help to get back in. Many thanks."

Quest Ballarat

10/10 Excellent

"Great apartment and great location!"

Ballarat Suites

8/10 Good

"Good hotel, comfy beds, quiet, well placed"

The Menzies Ballarat

8/10 Good

"Reception business focused took name issued key and instruction where to locate room, didnt explain parking which filled quickly. Excellent for price, convenient to shops. Meet our needs well."

Club Wyndham Ballarat, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic place to stay great amenities and close to everything"

NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

8/10 Good

"It was clean and tidy. The staff were good."

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A historical town with wooden buildings, a fenced mining area, and a clear blue sky.

Sovereign Hill

9.2/10 (820 reviews)

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Ballarat Bird World

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Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

9.4/10 (33 reviews)

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Lake Esmond

10.0/10 (1 review)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Federation University Australia?

Federation University Australia is located in Ballarat. You'll find 113 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Federation University Australia?

Sovereign Hill Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and conference space. It's located 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Federation University Australia. Other good options within a few miles include Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre and Mid City Ballarat.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Federation University Australia?

Expedia has 113 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Federation University Australia.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Federation University Australia, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Federation University Australia.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Federation University Australia?

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What can I see and do near Federation University Australia?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Sovereign Hill and Eureka Centre. Her Majesty's Theatre, Eureka Hall, and St Patrick's Cathedral are landmarks that you won't want to miss. Spend some time wandering around Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve, Buninyong H21 Bushland Reserve, and Lake Esmond Botanical Garden.

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Our top choices for Federation University Australia hotels

1. Helen's Homestead

2. Quest Ballarat Station

3. Victoriana Motor Inn

4. Begonia City Motor Inn

5. Lake Inn Ballarat

6. The Provincial Boutique Hotel

7. Craig's Royal Hotel

8. Ballarat Suites

9. Ballarat Premier Apartments

10. Sovereign Park Motor Inn

11. Oscar's Hotel

12. Quest Ballarat

13. Central City Motor Inn

14. Ambassador Motor Inn Ballarat

15. Sovereign Hill Hotel

16. Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

17. NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

18. Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

19. Alfred Motor Inn

20. City Views Ballarat

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Top Federation University Australia Hotel Reviews

The Provincial Boutique Hotel

Mid City Ballarat

Sovereign Hill Hotel

Victoriana Motor Inn

Quest Ballarat

Ballarat Suites

The Menzies Ballarat

Club Wyndham Ballarat, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park

Other attractions near Federation University Australia

Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve

Sovereign Hill

Ballarat Bird World

Union Jack Education Area

Buninyong H18 Bushland Reserve

Buninyong H21 Bushland Reserve

Lake Esmond Botanical Garden

Lake Esmond

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