Woodmanshill Motel & Caravan Park
- Dogs
- Welcome
- Size cap
- No cap
- Pet fee
- $10 per night
- Where
- Ballarat, VIC
- Policy checked
- 2026-06-11
What visitors mention
Pet policy
Woodmanshill Motel & Caravan Park sits on the Western Highway at Warrenheip, just outside Ballarat, and takes dogs in both its motel rooms and on its caravan and camping sites, with an on-site dog run for off-lead time between drives. A pet fee of around AU$10 a night applies.
Woodmanshill Motel & Caravan Park sits on the Western Highway at Warrenheip, just outside Ballarat, and takes dogs in both its motel rooms and on its caravan and camping sites, with an on-site dog run for off-lead time between drives. It is a straightforward, budget-friendly stopover rather than a destination stay, and that is exactly its appeal for road-trippers.
Dogs at the park
Dogs are welcome in designated pet-friendly motel rooms and on all caravan and camping sites, though pet-friendly rooms are limited and should be booked ahead specifically. A pet fee of around AU$10 a night applies. The practical detail is the dedicated off-lead dog run on site, so the dog gets proper exercise without leaving the property. The park has also advertised extras such as dog walking, cage hire and minding services; ask directly for current rates rather than assuming. Indoor rules for the pet rooms are not spelled out in every listing, so confirm specifics at booking.
The place
Facilities cover a camp kitchen, BBQ areas, hot showers and a kids' play area, with tidy rooms and easy check-in the recurring notes in guest feedback. It is a working motel-and-park combo rather than a resort, and the price reflects that.
Getting there and parking
The address is 9503 Western Hwy, Ballarat VIC 3352, with free off-street parking and access straight off the highway. Central Ballarat is about a 10-minute drive, so this is a base for the car, not for walking into town.
Close by with the dogs
CE Brown Reserve Fenced Dog Park in Wendouree is the bigger off-lead option in town, and Lake Wendouree has leash-free sections with walking tracks around the water. Sovereign Hill is close but dogs cannot enter. For dinner, Dalchini is right in Warrenheip. Compare with Shady Acres Caravan Park nearby, browse more dog friendly stays in Victoria, or check the Ballarat destination guide.
Max: Book the pet-friendly room specifically when you call. They are limited in number, and a normal room booking will not guarantee one.
Policy verified 11 June 2026 Always confirm with the venue before you travel.
