Hotels in Ballarat

Ballarat (formerly spelt "Ballaarat") is a city in Victoria, Australia, and Victoria's largest inland city. It is well-known for its history and heritage and is a major regional centre in the Goldfields region of Victoria. It is approximately 105 kilometres (65 mi) north-west of the state capital Melbourne , with an urban population of 88,437 people. The city lies at 441 metres (1,450 ft) AHD and consists of an area of approximately 740 square kilometres (290 sq mi), with the city occupying a built up area of approximately 75 square kilometres (29 sq mi). Ballarat has endured as a major inland regional centre and tourist destination, having retained much of its Victorian era heritage, a unique culture, and is highly regarded for its grand heritage listed public and private buildings, monuments, statues and expansive gardens.