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Oscar's Hotel & Cafe Bar

18 Doveton Street South, Ballarat, Victoria 3350, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW via mobile

Lovely room! Don't think the photos did it justice! Bed and pillows perfect! Cosy and warm in a cold place! Staff friendly and helpful! Close to wonderful cafe's and beautiful historic buildings! Oh and the shops

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Melbourne, Australia
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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

This is an Art Deco hotel that has been refurbish, the room was excellent, subtle colours, lovely soft bed, we had a front room and didn't hear any road noise. The location is great, so central to everything. I would recommend this hotel to all.

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Melbourne, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2013

We stayed for two nights over Easter, and although the hotel and restaurant was closed on Good Friday (I agree with a previous review, it was a little weird at first having NO staff at all), we had a lovely time! The room was clean and well presented, the bathroom amazing - giant walk in shower, brilliant spa bath with... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2013

We spent Good Friday at Oscars this year. A few days before I received a text message from a staff member telling me that reception would be closed that day and informed me of the after hours procedure. We arrived and had no trouble getting to our room. It was a bit eerie not having anyone around but it was... More

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Newcastle, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 24, 2013

Our first trip to Ballarat for the Ballarat Beat Festival Feb 2013 , we could not have been happier with our accommodation, Such Friendly and helpful staff ,great food, immaculately clean and comfy rooms and such a beautiful old hotel .And the location well , could not have asked for better .Thanks to all the great staff who made our... More

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Elderslie, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2013

My wife and & I recently stayed at this hotel and coould not praise it highly enough. From the moment we arrived and the reception offered to carry our luggage up stairs for us to the moment that we left, we found the staff to be courteous, respectful and always cheerful. The room was absolutely beautiful. It was serviced daily... More

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Nicky Q, Owner at Oscar's Hotel & Cafe Bar, responded to this review
February 26, 2013

Thank you for taking the time to review Oscars Hotel. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and we look forward to seeing you on your next visit to Ballarat and ensuring your visit is as an enjoyable as this time. Regards, Nicky. More

Melbourne, Australia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 24, 2013

cently attended a friends engagement at Oscars and we stayed upstairs in a spa room. The room was fantastic with a tv over the spa bath, and when we checked in the staff were friendly and helpful. The great staff attitude continued throughout the weekend at both the fun ction and at breakfast the following morning. Nothing was too much... More

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Nicky Q, Owner at Oscar's Hotel & Cafe Bar, responded to this review
March 5, 2013

Thank you for your great review of Oscars. It is very much appreciated.We look forward to seeing you on your next visit and ensuring your stay is perfect . Regards nicky More

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6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 20, 2012

I have stayed at this hotel several times but this was "The Best" I was upgraded and enjoyed a very spacious spa room for two nights. The staff are wonderful and go the extra mile, the food is great and breakfast was up to the usual standard.. I am looking forward to returning in 2013.

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8 reviews 8 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed November 24, 2012 via mobile

My partner and I went in on a Saturday afternoon for originally cake and coffee. We changed our minds and decided on wedges and drinks. After waiting 10 mins for our order to be taken my partner went up and ordered himself. Another 20mins later Ge wedges appeared but no drinks. We were expecting a bowl we couldn't finish for... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed November 17, 2012

My family stayed there recently for a wedding. We had two rooms. We had stayed there a number of years ago when it was first renovated and it was much better. The rooms look tired and the bathrooms more so. No soap holders in the shower, no shower curtain and the vanity units are showing signs of age. Blind in... More

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Additional Information about Oscar's Hotel & Cafe Bar

Also Known As:
Oscar's Hotel & Cafe Bar Ballarat, Victoria
Address: 18 Doveton Street South, Ballarat, Victoria 3350, Australia
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Region: Australia > Victoria > Ballarat
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Free Parking Restaurant
Hotel Style:
#4 Business Hotels in Ballarat
Price Range: $$
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Boutique accommodation in the heart of Ballarat CBD. Great food, friendly staff and sunny courtyard in summer and gas log heaters in winter.The perfect place to stay for shopping, the theatre, soveriegn hill or attending functions in the city. ... more   less 

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