Business Details
The Lake View Hotel - Ballarat's Premier Lakeside Venue
Since 1875, The Lake View Hotel has stood as a historic landmark in Ballarat, offering a unique blend of heritage charm and modern hospitality. Nestled on the shores of Lake Wendouree, we are the last of 13 original lakeside hotels, recently revitalised to combine contemporary style with deep-rooted tradition. Our venue features a 100-seat restaurant, private dining spaces, and versatile function areas for weddings, conferences, and celebrations.Guests can enjoy diverse dining options across our Main Restaurant, Champagne Lounge, and alfresco areas, complemented by a loyalty program offering exclusive discounts. With a focus on quality food, exceptional service, and a commitment to preserving local history, we aim to create unforgettable experiences for both visitors and locals seeking a refined escape in Ballarat.
Services
Restaurant
Takeaway
Event Spaces
Loyalty Program
Hotel Accommodation
Function Venue
Alfresco Dining
Champagne Lounge
Private Dining Room
Vouchers
Highlights and features
- We offer over 145 years of hospitality heritage in Ballarat
- Our venue combines contemporary design with preserved historical elements
- We provide diverse dining options across five distinct areas
- Our loyalty program delivers exclusive weekly discounts to locals
- We host events from intimate gatherings to large conferences
Services
Restaurant
Our restaurant offers all-day dining with breakfast, lunch, and dinner options across multiple menus. Guests can enjoy contemporary Australian cuisine made with seasonal produce in our Main Restaurant, Cafe, or alfresco areas. The menu features diverse options to cater to all tastes, with daily specials showcasing fresh local ingredients.
Takeaway
Order from our extensive takeaway menu available for pickup or delivery through Uber Eats and Skip. We offer a wide range of dishes perfect for enjoying at home, with convenient online ordering options. Our takeaway service maintains the same quality and portion sizes as our dine-in offerings.
Event Spaces
Host weddings, conferences, or private events in our versatile spaces including the Private Dining Room, Champagne Lounge, and Marble Lounge & Balcony. We offer tailored packages and conference facilities with seating for up to 150 guests. Our experienced team assists with planning and execution for any occasion.
Loyalty Program
Join our free Lake View Locals Club for exclusive discounts and birthday treats. Members receive 20% off all purchases on Mondays and Tuesdays, 10% on Wednesdays and Thursdays, and 20% off beverages in the Public Bar during Friday happy hour. The program offers ongoing value for regular patrons.
Hotel Accommodation
Experience our historic hotel rooms combining modern comforts with heritage features. Located directly on Lake Wendouree, our accommodation offers scenic views and convenient access to Ballarat attractions. Each room provides a comfortable base for both short stays and extended visits to the region.
People
Nathan Tracy
Functions Coordinator
Nathan Tracy manages event bookings and venue inspections at The Lake View Hotel. With extensive experience in hospitality coordination, he helps clients plan weddings, conferences, and special events. Nathan ensures each function receives personalized attention to create memorable experiences for all guests.
Questions
What dining options are available at The Lake View Hotel?
We offer all-day dining across our Main Restaurant, Cafe, Champagne Lounge, and alfresco areas. Menus include breakfast, lunch, dinner, and daily specials using seasonal produce.
Can I host a private event at The Lake View Hotel?
Yes, we have multiple function spaces including the Private Dining Room, Champagne Lounge, and Marble Lounge & Balcony. Our team can accommodate events from intimate gatherings to large conferences.
Is there a loyalty program for regular customers?
Yes, our free Lake View Locals Club offers discounts on purchases, including 20% off Mondays/Tuesdays and special Friday happy hour rates in the Public Bar.
How can I order takeaway from The Lake View Hotel?
Order through Uber Eats for delivery or use Skip for pickup. Our takeaway menu is also available by calling 03 5331 4592 to place orders directly.
What makes The Lake View Hotel unique?
As Ballarat's last remaining 1875 lakeside hotel, we combine historic charm with modern amenities. Our location on Lake Wendouree and diverse event spaces create distinctive experiences for guests.
Reviews (6)
Mick Mangan
Jan 09, 2022
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Very Disappointed food was very average but price was for above average. It was a 30 degree day and they had no air con in the main dining room and it was sweltering. Have been here several times in the past and we loved it wont be back.
Nathan
Jan 05, 2022
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Food was great, the service was very mediocre. First the food, I ordered the Atlantic salmon, the fish itself was a little on the small side but the dish was hardly empty, my salad and quinoa filled the bowl and it was filling. $32 for this, a touch on the expensive side. All of the dishes for our group (14 people) came at the same time which was good. The service however wasn't so hot. 3 drinks went missing and we had to ask, and an extra drink no one ordered arrived. They were also a long time coming. The food took 45 minutes to arrive after we ordered
Paul Woodington
Dec 23, 2021
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Great location and good beer. Can get very busy. But, if you want to have dinner here, the food menu is extensive for a pub, but the quality is average to poor. The Beef Tai Salad, for instance, does not have a Tai flavours. Its just spicy hot.
Lenny Andyana
Dec 09, 2021
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Worst & Arrogant owner! First experienced go there, will never come back. Food was good. Service is terrible, not all the staff. Only 1 service staff & the owner that ruin everything. Was busy day, can see that they are under staff. Some advice: close some section if you cant manage the whole venue. Please dont let the owner talk to customers, worst respond ever! I & my friends work in hospitality industry and we knew how it operate. We didnt complaint for the time we have to wait for our food & drinks to arrive. But the respond from the service staff & owner were ridiculous. Just asking
Tarna Watson
Dec 07, 2021
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We ate lunch here tuesday 28th jan it was extremely busy our meals took a while to come, thats ok. We eat here quite regularly but were extremely disappointed with this experience, my husbands steak sandwich stone cold and it got worse my thai beef salad was nothing thai it did contain beef no dressing as im gluten free. It was meant to have cashews i searched i reckon a total of one cashew in tiny chips the tomato looked and tasted like it was cut up days ago basically a big bowl of lettuce with a hair in a random piece of iceberg lettuce
Eddie Turker
Jun 23, 2021
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The food was great and the service excellent. Warm lovely atmosphere and lots of staff to help. Prices very reasonable and the chicken parmigiana was ample, thick and perfectly cooked. Thank you and will definitely be back. A big thank you to our waitress Molly.
