Bringing Ballarat together since 1875.
Located on Lake Wendouree, The Lake View Hotel has been bringing people together since 1875. From morning coffee to long lunches, relaxed dinners and everything in between, it's become a Ballarat favourite for generations.
Easy to drop into. Even easier to stay.
Eat + Drink
From morning coffee to relaxed dinners, The Lake View Hotel is made for easy catch-ups, great food and those moments that last a little longer than planned.
Functions
From small gatherings to milestone celebrations, we'll help bring your occasion together with a team that makes planning feel easy from the start.
FAQs
From where to park to how to book, we've gathered the answers to the questions we're asked most, so you can spend less time searching and more time enjoying your visit.
You’ll feel at home.
Some places need explaining. This isn’t one of them.
Pop in for a quick cuppa after a walk around the lake. Settle in for a long lunch with friends. Or come for one drink and decide dinner sounds like a pretty good idea too.
That’s what feeling at home is all about. There’s no rush, no expectations, just good food, good company and a place you’re always welcome.
That’s The Lake View Hotel – or “The Lakey” to locals.
Hours
Open 7 days from 6:30am for breakfast, lunch and dinner
Breakfast
7am – 11:30am
All Day Menu (inc Lunch)
7am – 5pm
Dinner Menu
12pm – Late
No overthinking required. Just turn up.
A natural place to meet – whether it’s a quick stop after a walk or a table full of people making an afternoon of it.
Easy to get to, easy to settle into, and set up so everyone feels comfortable from the moment they arrive.
It all just works.