The George Hotel
Historic Ballarat's number one place to dine, stay, celebrate and connect.
Dine, Stay, Celebrate & Connect.
Since 1854, this corner of Lydiard Street has always been the place to gather.
The George Hotel has been part of Ballarat's story since the gold rush days — one of the city's oldest licensed hotels, and still one of its liveliest. Behind our heritage facade on Lydiard Street North, you'll find boutique accommodation, a handful of distinct bars and dining spots, and event spaces built for everything from a quiet catch-up to a full-blown celebration.
Ballarat's Historic Function Venue
Birthdays, Corporate Events, Milestones, Weddings, Work Break-ups and so much more.
Host your next function with us.
What's on at The George
Magic Men
The Magic Men are back in Ballarat for their famous show! Grab your friends and get your tickets! You don't want to miss this!
Friday 9th October
Devonshire Tea
A new special at The George Hotel Ballarat. Wednesday - Sunday anytime between 2pm-5pm.
Lucha Fantastica
Lucha Fantastica Mexican Wrestling is coming back to The George with their 'Day of the Dead' Show.
Saturday 17th October
School Holidays
Paint a Cake Canvas this school holidays! Fun for everyone! Offered in The Lane Cafe.
Dine at The George
The George Bistro
With a menu filled with contemporary dishes and your classic pub favourites, The George Hotel bistro is the perfect place to dine with friends and family.
Enjoy a delicious night out in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.
The Bistro is open for dinner Wednesday-Saturday from 5pm-8:30pm
The Lane
The Lane Cafe is a modern city style venue full of energy and passion.
This walk up street cafe offers locals and visitors the choice to either eat in or grab a coffee or lunch on the run.
Open 7 days from 8am serving all day breakfast & lunch from 11:30am as well as a delicious cabinet offering
Weekdays
Express Lunch
Your choice of;
- Vegetarian Curry
- Chicken Curry
- Soup of the day
Available for pre-order & ready in 15 minutes or less
$12
Winter Wednesdays
Roast of the Day
With a complimentary beer, wine, or Soft Drink.
$28
Wednesday & Thursday
$10 Guinness &
2 for 1 Cocktails
Enjoy a pint of Guinness for only $10 or choose from our 2 for 1 Cocktails every Wednesday & Thursday!
$10
Thursday Night
Scotch & Shiraz
Our premium $35 scotch fillet with a $5 glass of Shiraz upgrade.
Available
5:30pm - 8:30pm
$40
Wednesday & Saturday
Happy Hour
Wed, Thurs, & Fridays
3:00pm-6:00pm
Saturdays
9:00pm - 10:30pm
$7 wine, beer, or basic spirits
Friday & Saturday
Bottomless Drinks &
Wood-Fired Pizza
Enjoy our signature wood-fired pizzas and free flowing tap beer and wine between 5:00pm - 7:00pm every Friday and Saturday.
Bookings essential
90 MINUTE SEATING
$59 basic DRINKS
$89 premium DRINKS
Sunday Lunch Deal
Kids Eat Free
Kids meal free with any main meal purchase - 11:30am-2:30pm.
Available Sundays in The Lane.
free
Accommodation in Central Ballarat
Heritage character, modern comfort.
Our rooms sit above the bustle of Lydiard Street, offering a peaceful retreat after a day exploring Ballarat. Choose from Studio and Standard rooms or our self-contained One Bedroom Suites on the second storey, all with access to the hotel's iconic balconies — the perfect spot for a morning coffee or an evening wind-down overlooking one of Australia's finest heritage streetscapes.
Every room is designed with both leisure and business travellers in mind, featuring:
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Private Bathroom and Kitchenette
Comfortable, quality bedding
On-Site Parking for only $5 per night
You're also just a short stroll from Her Majesty's Theatre, Ballarat Train Station, the Art Gallery of Ballarat, the Town Hall and the city's best shopping and dining — so whatever brings you to town, you're perfectly placed to enjoy it.
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Contact us
Our front desk is attended from 8am to 4pm daily.
Address
27 Lydiard Street North,
Ballarat VIC 3350
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