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Reid's Guest House

128 Lydiard Street North, Ballarat, Victoria 3350, Australia
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Reid's Guest House
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Melbourne, Australia
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

I spent two nights at Reid's Guest House and found it perfectly fine. As a single traveller it was the most economical option in Ballarat for an ensuite room at $60. I had tv, a fridge and electric kettle. The bed was comfortable with crisp linen and the shower was hot. There was a secure carpark at the back. I... More

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Reids_Management, Manager at Reid's Guest House, responded to this review
9 April 2013

Thank you for your review. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to seeing you next time. More

morwell
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2013

We recently stayed at the Reid's Guest House and found it to very affordable, comfortable and clean. thankyou for the staff for a nice priced accomadation. We only stayed one night as we were in Ballarat for a family illness, so we didnt want to pay a fortune as it was a unexpected trip. At the Reid's they made us... More

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Reids_Management, Manager at Reid's Guest House, responded to this review
9 April 2013

Dear Mandy T, Thank you for your reivew. I am sorry to hear about the family illness, however we are glad that you felt welcome and that we could assist with your accommodation. All the Best Reid's Guest House Management and Staff. More

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30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2013

We can cope with tired and old, but we do like things to be a bit clean. The linen was stained (dirty? eek.. I hate to think). There were false nails in the bathroom on the floor... It felt a bit like being in an episode of Criminal Minds.

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Reids_Management, Manager at Reid's Guest House, responded to this review
14 February 2013

Thank you for your feedback. I am very sorry your experience at Reid’s was not up to our desired standard. Regarding the linen we have had an issue with a washing machine that was leaving scuff marks from the rubber seal around the door. This has now been sorted out and we are sorry that you appear to have received... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2013

What an adventure! Like stepping into the wild west of Australia, little has changed in this grand old building, its easy to imagine those old days of the grandure of yesteryear. The room was ample in size and clean. The bed was very comfortable with crisp snowy white sheets, and the tea and coffe making supplies were generous to say... More

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Reids_Management, Manager at Reid's Guest House, responded to this review
14 February 2013

Dear Paula, Thank you for your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you back some time soon. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 November 2012

We stayed here for two weeks at the end of October/start of November 2012. I find it interesting reading other reviews and seeing how people have a different perspective on the same place. The "unsavoury characters" mentioned in other reviews were nothing but pleasant and polite whenever our paths crossed during our stay and I certainly wouldn't be deterred from... More

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Reids_Management, Manager at Reid's Guest House, responded to this review
14 February 2013

Thank you for your feedback. I am glad you enjoyed your stay. We are very proud of the heritage nature of our building and several works are planned for 2013 to further restore it to its former glory. We look forward to seeing you again. More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 November 2012

This motel is right next to Ballarat railway station where trains run throughout the night and annoucements over the loud speaker start at 3pm which can be heard clearly and loudly from the motel. In addition, the windows rattled in the wind and other guests were coming and going until quite late. Unsavoury characters loiter outside of the motel which... More

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Reids_Management, Manager at Reid's Guest House, responded to this review
14 February 2013

Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. In response to your complaint about the volume of the noise from the train station we have installed a thicker grade of glass in the rooms closest to the station and we have also checked all the window frames and made adjustments to stop any rattling. Unfortunately a lift is... More

Bairnsdale, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 August 2012

No frills, low budget cost effective accommodation. All I could ask for is a warm bed and hot shower and I got both. I booked a bed in a room that accommodates 4 but I was lucky enough to be the only one in the room. Even if full it would not have worried me. Staff member was excellent with... More

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Reids_Management, Manager at Reid's Guest House, responded to this review
14 February 2013

We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Reid’s. I agree that the backpacker dorm (4 beds) could get quite noisy if it was full however we do have single ensuite rooms or single guest house rooms if a bit more peace and quiet is required. Hope to see you again next time. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2012 via mobile

I totally agree with the review on febuary. its an original period house turned into accommodation. great old feeling with original ceiling painting and amazing lead lighting windows. I didn't expect much for $75 but we got room with seperate beds, tv, heating, coffee and tea, cutlery, clean bathroom and as a surprise i found out that the beds have... More

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Reids_Management, Manager at Reid's Guest House, responded to this review
14 February 2013

Thank you for your review. Amazingly the building has actually provided budget accommodation since it was built in 1886 as a Coffee Palace. If you google Reid’s Coffee Palace Ballarat there is a great short history on the building. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to seeing you again. More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 via mobile

In over twenty years of travel all over the world this easily rates as the worst place I have ever stayed at. First, I arrived at 9pm and they had locked the front door. I had to ring them to let me in. This place hasn't seen any renovation or maintenance moat likely in the last 50 years. In case... More

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Reids_Management, Manager at Reid's Guest House, responded to this review
14 February 2013

Thank you for your feedback and the opportunity to address the issues you raised. We do close the doors at 9pm for security reasons however our night managers are on site and would usually call anyone who has not checked in by this time. I am sorry if this did not occur on this occasion. Having people sleep in the... More

melbourne
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 February 2012

As soon as you view the guesthouse from the street you can recognise a heritage building. The entrance floor has a beautiful original tiled tessilated pattern. The ceilings are high and there is a grand wooden staircase leading upstairs. If you look up you will see an original painted fresco on the domed ceiling. There are many original leadlight windows... More

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Reids_Management, Manager at Reid's Guest House, responded to this review
14 February 2013

Thank you for your review. I’m glad you enjoyed the old bakery and photos. We hope to see you again soon. More

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Additional Information about Reid's Guest House

Address: 128 Lydiard Street North, Ballarat, Victoria 3350, Australia
Region: Australia > Victoria > Ballarat
Amenities:
Free Parking
Hotel Style:
Ranked #11 of 19 B&Bs / Inns in Ballarat
Price Range: $
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Located on the historic Lydiard Street in the heart of Ballarat and right next to public transport Reid’s Guest House is the ideal choice for the budget conscious traveller wanting to explore the historical town of Ballarat. Reid’s Guest House (formally Reid’s Coffee Palace) was built in 1886 towards the end the gold rush era and is an intriguing piece of Ballarat history. Reid’s foyer still features the original magnificent hand painted ceiling murals, carved timber stairway and colourful Art Nouveau leadlight windows. Reid’s is adjacent to Ballarat Railway Station, and only a short walk to Her Majesty’s Theatre, Cafes, Restaurants, Entertainment Venues and Shopping Centres. Ballarat’s renowned tourist attractions, such as Sovereign Hill, Ballarat Wildlife Park and Ballarat Botanical Gardens are just a short drive or quick bus ride away with public transport available right outside the front door. Whether you’re staying for the night or for a week, travellers will enjoy the history, convenience and affordable of Reid’s Guest House.Please note: Reid’s Guest House has no ground floor accommodation and as Reid’s is a heritage listed building we do not have a lift. If you find stairs difficult please request a room on the first floor. ... more   less 

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