About this property
Located 200 metres from the Bridge St Mall, Barkly Motorlodge offers rooms with free WiFi and cable TV. Guests enjoy free on-site parking and a restaurant. Barkly Motorlodge is 15 minutes’ walk from Lake Esmond and Ballarat Railway Station. The famous Sovereign Hill Historical Park is a 10-minute walk away. All rooms feature contemporary décor, tea/coffee making facilities. Each room has a work desk and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and guest toiletries. Barkly's Restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner. There are also 2 function rooms available for corporate or family events.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Karly
Australia
“The restaurant (Maple Palace) was fabulous! Fast, fresh and delicious. The motel is fine. Would stay again if needed.” - Trantino
Australia
“The location is in the heart of Ballarat and it is clean and value for money” - Trantino
Australia
“It was in a fabulous location in the heart of Ballarat .The rooms are well equipped with all necessities and are very clean” - Carl
Australia
“Good value for a budget stay. Room was well presented. Bathroom a tad dated. Meal in the restaurant was excellent. Easy walk to everything.” - Yan
Australia
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 10/10! Loved every minute at Barkly Motorlodge .Spotless rooms, super comfy bed,and amazing service.Felt like a luxury stay – thanks for everything!Will definitely return next time!” - Cindy
Australia
“The host was lovely. The room big and great value for price” - Bradley
Australia
“The process of booking and checking in is so easy. The rooms and facilities are great and the owner is lovely.” - Jennifer
Australia
“Room was very clean. The heating and electric blankets were very welcome on a cold night. Staff were friendly snd very helpful. The Chinese restaurant was great” - Tijana
Australia
“Room was clean and spacious. Location was great for our weekend plans.” - Stacey
Australia
“2 min drive to sovereign hill. Perfect location for one night stay after Winter Wonderlight. Clean and easy to check in and out.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Barkly's Restaurant
- CuisineCantonese • Chinese • Malaysian • Asian
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceModern
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.


The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Barkly Motorlodge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
A damage deposit of AUD 200 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.