An Experience for all occasions
As one of the first Grand Hotels in the colony, Craig’s Royal Hotel was born from the wealth of the Australian Gold Rush Era. Established in 1853, Craig’s soon set the standards for unparalleled hospitality and service. Hosting poets, princes and prime ministers over its 150 year history, the hotel is a true icon of the Victorian period.
Now, after 5 years extensive restoration, the magnificent accommodation, dining, meeting and banquet facilities are re-establishing Craig’s as the finest boutique heritage hotel in Australia. Located on historic Lydiard Street in the heart of Ballarat, this Victorian landmark invites you to experience the legend that is Craig’s alone.
- Enjoy one of the 41 luxuriously appointed rooms or suites.
- Absorb the atmosphere around the legendary Craig’s bar with its antique carved Australian cedar detail;
- Entertain a private party in the original bluestone cellar;
- Dine informally in the magnificent courtyard conservatory or grandly in the intimate L’Orangerie restaurant;
- Celebrate a wedding in any of the 3 stunning banquet rooms;
- Host a corporate event at Craig’s to ensure success;
- Browse the local produce over a great coffee in Craig’s Larder comprising café & local produce store.
*17/04/08 - Our Gallery Bistro will be opening late May. Please check here weekly for updates.
Experience our unique "High Tea" at Craig's during Ballarat Heritage Weekend, the 10th & 11th of May 2008. Read more...
* 07/05/08 PLEASE NOTE....OUR SESSIONS OF HIGH TEA ARE BOOKED OUT. WE HAVE HAD AN AMAZING RESPONSE TO THE HIGH TEA SESSIONS, SO THANK YOU ! PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US FOR ANY OTHER INFORMATION