7.7 · Good1,704 reviews
- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.4 out of 10, at 43-57 Main Rd.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Modern Rooms with Convenient Amenities Barkly Motorlodge offers contemporary rooms with free WiFi, cable TV, and a minibar. Each room comes with a work desk, tea/coffee facilities, and a private bathroom for your comfort.
Prime Location for Exploration Conveniently situated near Bridge St Mall, Lake Esmond, and Ballarat Railway Station, Barkly Motorlodge is the perfect base for your adventures. Explore the nearby Sovereign Hill Historical Park and immerse yourself in history.
Dining and Event Options Indulge in delicious meals at Barkly's Restaurant, open daily for your convenience. With two function rooms available, plan your corporate meetings or family events with ease. Experience comfort, convenience, and great hospitality at Barkly Motorlodge.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Business center
- Family rooms
Rooms
7.7
Good
Rated 7.7 out of 10 by 1,704 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.0
- Service8.4
- Location8.4
- Rooms7.0
- Amenities7.5
- Value8.0
- Food & drink8.0
Guests mention
Friendly staffGood locationComfortable beds
MelindaAustraliaGreat place to stay. Very comfortable and convenient
Large comfortable room
We heard lots of sirens
MichaelAustraliaExcellent staff and great location
No kitchenette
LachlanAustraliaIt was alright
staff. location.
Bedding had brown stains on it
MurrayAustraliaEasy vehicle parking and good location
Convenient central location and easy
To find. Plenty of food eateries within a 2km radius
Room is small but very
Comfortable
AngieAustraliaJing and staff are so lovely and very helpful 😊
I have nothing negative to say.
RaymondAustraliaEasy access
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
43-57 Main Rd, Ballarat, Australia
Guests rate the location 8.4 out of 10 — very good.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 08:30 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
No children
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No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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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. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Barkly Motorlodge
What time is check-in and check-out at Barkly Motorlodge?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Barkly Motorlodge allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Barkly Motorlodge?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Is breakfast included at Barkly Motorlodge?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Barkly Motorlodge have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Barkly Motorlodge?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Barkly Motorlodge have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Barkly Motorlodge?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Barkly Motorlodge?
43-57 Main Rd, Ballarat.
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