Dining

Enjoy the ultimate convenience of The Red Lion, our interconnected, award-winning onsite venue. Offering all-day dining, they serve exceptional Australian cuisine with extensive vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. • Thoughtful Room Amenities: All rooms include free high-speed Wi-Fi, a microwave, toaster, kettle, and exceptionally comfortable bedding to ensure a restful nights sleep. • Free Guest Laundry: Perfect for long-term travellers and international guests looking to refresh their wardrobe during their trip • Cyclist & Sports Friendly: We offer secure bike storage, bike wash stations, and tailored packages for visiting sporting teams (including basketball, soccer, and calisthenics). • Convenient Parking & Transit: Enjoy free, secure off-street parking. For guests arriving from Melbourne Airport, the direct Airport Shuttle bus drops you off at Ballarat Station, just a quick 5-minute taxi ride from our front door. Our Curated Guest Experience: • Couples love our cozy weekend atmosphere and executive spa suites. • Families enjoy our dedicated children’s pool with fun water features and our indoor recreation/activity room. • Corporate Travelers benefit from express check-in, reliable Wi-Fi, and late checkout options. Please Note Our Travel-Focused Policies: To maintain a peaceful, secure environment, Sovereign Park enforces a strict No Pets and No Local Residents policy (defined as a residential address within a 25 km radius of Ballarat). Valid photo ID matching your booking address is required at check-in. Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with a Diners Club credit card, a 1% charge when you pay with Visa or Master Card, and a 2% charge when you pay with American Express or other cards. We regret to inform you that residents of the Ballarat area (defined as those with a home address within a 25 km radius of Ballarat) are not permitted to book or stay overnight at this hotel. Proof of Residence: Upon check-in, guests will be required to provide a valid photo ID that includes a current residential address. This is to confirm the guest’s eligibility to stay under this policy. Enforcement: If a guest is found to have misrepresented their address or eligibility, the hotel reserves the right to cancel the reservation without refund and to ask the guest to vacate the premises. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in creating a welcoming environment for all visitors. Should you have any questions about this policy, please feel free to contact our front desk team.Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. Disclaimer notification: Amenities are subject to availability and may be chargeable as per the hotel policy.