In the heart of Bakery Hill, Barkly Motorlodge offers a welcoming atmosphere with a bar, restaurant and helpful staff. Enjoy full breakfast options, stay connected with in-room WiFi or explore nearby Sovereign Hill.
Barkly Motorlodge puts you just a 5-minute drive from Sovereign Hill. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Barkly's Restaurant, which serves lunch and dinner. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
25 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–9 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Conference space
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 1996
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Raised toilet seat
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Home comfort
Heating
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Special features
Dining
Barkly's Restaurant - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 12 to 20 per person
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
Full-service spa
Hot tub
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 10.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for AUD 17.0 per night
Policies
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Barkly Motorlodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Barkly Motorlodge?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Barkly Motorlodge.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Barkly Motorlodge?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Are there restaurants at or near Barkly Motorlodge?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Barkly's Restaurant.
What's the area around Barkly Motorlodge like?
Barkly Motorlodge is a short 18-minute walk from Sovereign Hill and 12 minutes' walk from Her Majesty's Theatre.
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Reviews
Barkly Motorlodge Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
8.4
Staff & service
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2026
clean rooms, very help full staff
peter
peter, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 1, 2026
The price is reasonable and the location is convenient for traveling to Ballarat. If you’re going to Sovereign Hill, it’s only a 5-minute drive. The staff is nice.
Jenny
Jenny, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 15, 2025
Great place good price can walk to few food options
Peter
Peter, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2025
Clean and very comfortable
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 19, 2025
Staff were very obliging, food was good
Greg
Greg, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 18, 2025
Rooms were very neat, clean and tidy and The staff were very friendly and polite
Sandra
Sandra, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 30, 2025
Clean room and comfortable bed. Nothing special. Would’ve been great if there was a toaster in the room which is a staple of all motor inns these days especially when you’re self-catering on a Sunday morning for brekky. There were limited breakfast options on Sundays in a town like Ballarat.
Benjamin
Benjamin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2024
A great place to stay very friendly and helpful.
Restaurant was excellent lovely food
Edith M
Edith M, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2024
Beautiful people so helpful room was clean and comfortable would recommend a stay here to family and friends
Rozalyn
Rozalyn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Warm and Cosy
Greeted by a lovely lady at reception. Room was warm and cosy. Have stayed before and will go back again. It had everything we needed.
Bernadette
Bernadette, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 17, 2024
Friendly and affordable
Shaun
Shaun, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2024
Lovely overnight stay
Perfect for our overnight stay. Well equipped with everything we needed and spotlessly clean. Great location, handy to city centre etc. We would definitely stay here again.
Jodie
Jodie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 12, 2024
Great dining and food. A bit of TLC around the carpark and gardens would make the appearance nicer
Terry
Terry, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 18, 2024
Check in service was great.
Friendly staff
Shaun
Shaun, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
Short stay
A very comfortable room except for couch that was too low to floor. Bed was great and the heating in the room was excellent. Spacious room. Been here before and the freshen up of room was nice to see.
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 18, 2024
Great location, easy walking distance to everything we needed. Free onsite parking. Clean a tidy property and staff were friendly and helpful and gave us a free upgrade.
Great sleep comfortable bed, room was quiet lovely hot shower in the morning.
Staff were very friendly and very accommodating as we arrived late
Luise
Luise, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2024
Old large room, clean, tidy and with all the features you’d expect. Added bonus of on-site Asian restaurant with lovely meals.
Steve
Steve, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 4, 2025
its central position
ROY
ROY, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 10, 2024
Room was adequate for a one night stay but very cold and aircon did not work, very cold draft came under front door making room very cold.
Good bed and hot shower
Dianne
Dianne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2023
I enjoyed my stay
I enjoyed my stay in the standard queen room and will stay again. It was quiet. Appeared really clean and only spotted a couple of minor cobwebs. Bathroom very clean but no bath plug.
Bed was super comfy and linen fresh and clean.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 17, 2024
Unfortunate invasion of our room by crickets. Very difficult to sleep with them flying around and landing in our luggage.
Staff very helpful.
Carmel
Carmel, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Apr 17, 2024
Spa’s in rooms had no plugs.
Communication difficulties with staff
Some electric blankets had no power
Bed was comfortable & clean
Good shower
Overall easy to find plenty of parking, good location in Ballarat.