places to stay in and around creswick
There is a great selection of accommodation options in and around Creswick. Below are links to some wonderful places to stay during the festival.
If you cannot find anything suitable in the town, there is a wide range of accommodation in nearby Daylesford, and our close neighbour - Ballarat.
Whether you’re looking for a friendly campground, a cosy Airbnb or a classy hotel, Ballarat (our big sister) is only 15 minutes from Creswick and is a great place to stay during the festival.
And… you can now book a nearby camping or caravan site directly through the CresFest booking page. Don’t wait as spaces are filling fast!
Located 4 minutes drive from CresFest, RACV Goldfields Resort awaits discovery in the historic bushland around Creswick. Wake up to fairway or forest views and the sounds of the Australian bush. Dine on classic favourites and signature dishes featuring quality local produce and seasonal ingredients at Springs Bar & Terrace or Three Founders. Play a round of golf on the 18-hole golf course or enjoy the pool and fitness centre.
Accommodation & ticket package
We've teamed up with our Accommodation Partner RACV Goldfields Resort to offer you an exclusive ticket and accommodation package. Includes two-nights' accommodation on the weekend of CresFest, Festival Weekend tickets and delicious daily breakfast.
Discount
Already have your CresFest tickets? Enjoy 15% off accommodation only.
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DEAN RECREATIONAL RESERVE [Sold Out!]
🔴 CAMPING & CARAVAN SITES:
[ ***PLEASE NOTE THAT THE DEAN RESERVE IS NOW FULLY BOOKED FOR THIS YEAR ***]
Caravan and camp sites are available for Festival goers at the Dean Recreational Reserve.
The lovely folk at Dean township (10 minutes drive from Creswick) have opened their shady grassy recreation reserve for CresFest campers. Facilities include a good kitchen (shared), lots of undercover dining area with tables & chairs, 2 basic showers and 2 toilets (women) and same for men. No powered sites- BYO generator. Security lighting on toilets and around pavilion (Kitchen/dining/showers). Plenty of room, but no marked sites, so please be considerate when choosing your site.
$15 per day for campsites and $25 per day for caravans/motorhomes.
Bookings can be made through the CresFest ticketing page.
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CRESWICK HOLIDAY PARK
Want to bring your tent or your caravan? Creswick Holiday Park is a beautifully located and well-treed camping ground right beside the town swimming lake, and an easy walk to all our CresFest venues.
Book early, as this popular campground close to the Festival always fills up fast!
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KINGSTON SHOWGROUNDS
🔴 CAMPING & CARAVAN SITES: Caravan and camp sites are available for Festival goers at the Kingston Show Grounds. - an 8 minute drive from Creswick.
Kingston Show Grounds (www.kingstonagsociety.org.au) recently held their 153rd Annual Show, boasting a heritage listed grandstand with stunning views of the surrounding farmlands.
$15 per day for campsites and $25 per day for caravans/motorhomes.
Camping and Van sites are based on 2 person occupancy. For vans and caravans, extra adults are priced at $10 per adult per night and for tents at $5 per adult per night. Children are FREE.
Facilities include a clubroom with kitchen (shared), amenities block with mens, womens and accessible toilets plus an accessible shower.
No powered sites - BYO generator. Security lighting on toilets and around club-room. Plenty of room, but no marked sites, so please be considerate when choosing your site.
Bookings can be made through the CresFest ticketing page.
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LUXE IN HISTORIC BALLARAT- THE PROVINCIAL HOTEL
Just like staying at your exceptionally stylish best friend’s house, the team at The Provincial Hotel will cater to your every whim. Each uniquely curated room housed within Ballarat’s iconic heritage building, will ensure you leave us feeling inspired, relaxed and delighted. Directly over the road from our Shuttle Bus stop at Ballarat Station.
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QUEST AT BALLARAT STATION ⚡️SPECIAL DISCOUNT⚡️ .....10% OFF.....
QUEST AT BALLARAT STATION – FOR ALL THE FAMILY
ONLY 20 MINUTES AWAY – A HOME FOR THE WEEKEND!
Featuring 77 Studio, One, Two and Three Bedroom Apartments, Ballarat’s newest hotel, Quest Ballarat Station, offers a home away from home experience. Only a 5 minutes walk to the CresFest Shuttle Bus stop at Ballarat Station.
QUEST are offering a special ⚡️ 10% discount for stays at Quest Ballarat Station on the nights of Friday 31 March – Sunday 2 April 2023 inclusive:
The 10% Discount off the Best Flexible Rate of the day will apply to all room types.
► Bookings should be made directly via: questballaratstation.com.au
🔴Use Promo Code CRESFEST23
► QUEST have advised that the best value per person will be for those sharing a 2 bedroom apartment which allows for 4 x King Single beds, then you could also add a 5th person in the sofa bed for an extra $45 per night.
► Bookings will be subject to availability and, at times, minimum night stays (note, a 2 night minimum stay is currently in place at the moment for the Festival weekend).
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SEBEL FOREST RESORT
Situated in the heart of Victoria’s beautiful Hepburn Shire, The Sebel Creswick Forest Resort offers sophisticated two-bedroom self-catering apartments for a truly indulgent getaway. Nestled amongst 150 acres of forest and lagoons, the apartments boast surroundings incorporating indigenous plants and natural timbers.
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LOCAL HOTELS, B&Bs etc
There is a good range of local B&Bs, guest houses, hotels etc available over the Festival weekend. Click below for more details, but book early as spaces are filling fast!
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FREE CAMPING IN THE FOREST
Totally free camping is available at the SLATY CREEK CAMPGROUND near Creswick. Located in the Creswick State Forest and close to Slaty Creek, the 3 camping areas offer a wonderful experience of camping in the bush, while still being close to Creswick and the music festival. No bookings required - camping is on a FIRST IN, FIRST SERVED basis.
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STAY IN BALLARAT
Where else in Australia can you sleep like a king in a castle or stay in the heart of a gold rush settlement? Ballarat boasts a diverse range of accommodation options to suit every lifestyle and budget, from caravan parks to boutique hotels, self-contained apartments to bed & breakfasts.
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AIRBNB
There is a great variety of AIRBNB accommodation in the Creswick area. Click below to see what is available over the Festival weekend.
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HEPBURN SHIRE ACCOMMODATION
From 5-star hotels to cosy cottages, luxury villas to leafy caravan parks. Visit Hepburn Shire. It has it all.
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HOTELS.COM
Visit HOTELS.COM.AU for available accommodation close to the Festival
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BOOKING.COM
Visit BOOKING.COM for available accommodation close to the Festival
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WOTIF
Visit WOTIF.COM for available accommodation close to the Festival
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LASTMINUTE.COM
Visit LASTMINUTE.COM for available accommodation close to the Festival
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OTHER CAMPING OPTIONS
MOUNT FRANKLIN RESERVE
Drop toilet, fire areas.
30 minutes drive to CresFest. Free to camp
LAKE LEARMOUTH CARAVAN PARK
17 minutes drive to CresFest.
Small park with excellent reviews. Powered sites; Not camping.
Also click below for a list of free campgrounds nearby.
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STAYZ
Visit STAYZ.COM.AU for available accommodation close to the Festival
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DAYLESFORD CAMPING OPTIONS
JUBILEE LAKE HOLIDAY PARK
Daylesford. 03 5348 2186 info@jubileelake.com.au
25 minutes drive to CresFest
Natural bush setting by the lake. Powered and non-powered sites available. Shower blocks and communal kitchen, plus kiosk, canoe and paddle boat hire, and small playground.
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DAYLESFORD HOLIDAY PARK
2021 Ballan/Daylesford Rd. Daylesford 03 5348 3821