About
Nestled on 4 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, Bell Tower Inn offers a tranquil retreat just minutes from Ballarat's top attractions. Located only a 2-minute drive from Lake Wendouree and 15 minutes from Sovereign Hill and the Eureka Center, our motel provides the perfect base for both leisure and business travelers. Our spacious, air-conditioned rooms are designed for comfort and functionality, featuring flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, mini-fridges, microwaves, toasters, and tea/coffee-making facilities. Select rooms offer spa baths for added luxury. We also offer pet-friendly accommodations and accessible rooms with ground-floor access and mobility-friendly layouts. Guests can unwind in our indoor heated saltwater pool and spa, open daily, or enjoy outdoor amenities like the BBQ area and shared courtyard. Continental breakfast trays are available upon request, and our on-site Fat Chef restaurant serves delicious dinners with room service options. Additional facilities include guest laundry services, ample free parking, and conference rooms equipped with modern amenities for meetings and events. Our friendly staff are always ready to assist, ensuring a comfortable and memorable stay. Whether you're exploring Ballarat's rich history or seeking a peaceful getaway, Bell Tower Inn combines comfort, convenience, and exceptional service to make your stay unforgettable.
990 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 8.4
- Staff
- 8.9
- Location
- 8.5
What Guests Say
- “Large and comfortable room, great value for money, bathrooms were large and very clean.”
- “Lovely reception staff, convenient location, pet friendly setup”
Top Amenities
- Swimming Pool
- Restaurant
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Spa
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Pets Allowed
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
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1/4Queen Room
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Carpeting
1/4King Spa Room
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Carpeting
1/4Large Family Room
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Carpeting
1/4Family Room
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Carpeting
1/4Twin Room
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Carpeting
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What Guests Loved
Based on 990 reviews
Pros +
- Large and comfortable room, great value for money, bathrooms were large and very clean.
- Lovely reception staff, convenient location, pet friendly setup
- The staff were super friendly and helpful. When trying to arrange a late check-in the staff member went above and beyond to help us and give us some local knowledge of the area. When checking out, the staff member at the desk was really nice and friendly also.The room was much larger than I had expected.Tea, coffee and a little sweet treat were supplied :)
Cons -
- Pillows weren't the comfiest and room looked a bit tired
- The blinds would not close fully so the light from directly outside the window was annoying. The bed was extremely hard.There was a small amount of mould/gunk on the grout in the bathroom. The noise from the housekeepers pushing their carts along the brickwork and talking first thing in the morning was sooo loud!
- It is a bit remote from the main city.
Large and comfortable room, great value for money, bathrooms were large and very clean.
Pillows weren't the comfiest and room looked a bit tired
Lovely reception staff, convenient location, pet friendly setup
The staff were super friendly and helpful. When trying to arrange a late check-in the staff member went above and beyond to help us and give us some local knowledge of the area. When checking out, the staff member at the desk was really nice and friendly also.The room was much larger than I had expected.Tea, coffee and a little sweet treat were supplied :)
The blinds would not close fully so the light from directly outside the window was annoying. The bed was extremely hard.There was a small amount of mould/gunk on the grout in the bathroom. The noise from the housekeepers pushing their carts along the brickwork and talking first thing in the morning was sooo loud!
Room was a good size and clean, the beds were comfortable. would stay again if the need arises.
It is a bit remote from the main city.
It was a large sized room which was great. Looked out onto a courtyard - nice but caused noise problems later in the evening.
The shower curtain needed replacing. There was blood on it, mid height so it looked as though someone had grabbed it with a cut hand. The bottom of the curtain was very dirty or perhaps just stained. Whatever it was it needed attention.The people in the room next to us had met up with some friends and sat outside close to our windows talking until midnight which was annoying. I don't know why they just didn't go in the room it was freezing outside. If it hadn't been for that it would have been an ok place to stay. That was only one night of the two fortunately.
The motel itself has a bit of age on it and it shows - but having said that it's clean, the beds are comfortable and the staff were lovely. The rooms have plenty of room to spread out. Overall, value for the price.
Friendly staff, clean, quiet. Next door restaurant was convenient
We liked the location of our room, right across from the pool. Kids had a great time in the pool. It was a very quiet location. Also a nice little walk next door to Lazy Moes for breakfast. Friendly staff!
Beds were clean but not very comfortable. For two nights it was hard to get a good sleep.
Room and bathroom was spacious. Check in/out process was easy and quick.
Car parking outside room was difficult, and no exhaust in bathroom.
Spacious room, dog-friendly, kitchenette handy, good location close to shops.
Because it was dog-friendly it meant the cleaning agent smell was very prominent. It unfortunately was like a vet smell. It’s very overpowering and should be swapped for something that cleans just as well but doesn’t smell so clinical.
Spacious clean roomsHeated pool was a bonus!
The room was large and roomy. The bed was very comfortable. The location was good and it was quiet. The towels were very good. Pillows were soft.
The room was very tired and dated. The shower was very loud and deafening when under it. It also leaked and the shower head was not really functional. The heater struggled to heat such a large room. For the price of this room, I would have expected a better room.
The shower was hot, the bed was comfy. The blankets in the wardrobe were warm which was helpful. Overall it was a good room that suited our needs very well.
There was nothing I didn't like, I either liked everything or. wasn't fussed. Some of the fixtures looked old or dated but they worked so I wasn't fussed.
Plenty of room, staff were lovely and good to have restaurants in walking distance
The tv isn’t up to scratch, need tv that have kayo/Netflix, couldn’t even watch the footy. I wouldn’t stay here with kids just for that reason
Staff were extremely friendly Rooms were comfortable Location was perfect
we liked the size of the room, and the staff were helpful, and we enjoyed the pool.
there were no bowls and spoons for cereal
Very close to Ballarat Main Street and also close to restaurants
Loud neighbours in ajoinning rooms
Pool, size of room, reception staff were very friendly
Bathroom was dirty, lots of cob webs and dust, shower was pretty mouldy too.
An excellent motel.Give the restaurant, which is not part of the Motel a miss and eat at the Cafe adjoining.
Quiet
The hot water wasn’t too good having a shower The room wasn’t serviced very good
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Swimming & Soaking
- Swimming Pool
- Heated pool
- Indoor pool
Fitness & Spa
- Spa
Food & Drinks
- Restaurant
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Free Parking
Health & Safety
- Health Services
- Daily disinfection
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Accessible toilet
- Facilities for disabled guests available
- Wheelchair accessible
Kid Friendly
- Family Friendly
General
- Pets Allowed
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 2:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 10:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Parking | Free parking is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 and above can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges. |
| Pets | Pets are allowed upon request. Charges may apply. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
Please note that a 1.5% surcharge applies for payments made with American Express credit cards. When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of AUD 25 per pet, per stay applies.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Location
1845 Sturt St, Ballarat
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