Aged care homes in Ararat, VIC
Compare 3 residential aged care homes in Ararat, part of the Grampians planning region. Average overall Star Rating is 4.3★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are from the official February 2026 Department of Health Star Ratings release.
Located in the Grampians Aged Care Planning Region, Ararat offers three residential aged care facilities for older Australians. The suburb maintains a strong standard of care with an average Star Rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars. Among these local providers, Garden View Court Hostel, operated by East Grampians Health Service, stands out as a leading facility, holding a prestigious 5-star rating for its commitment to quality and service.
Rating distribution
avg 4.3★ · 3 homesProvider mix in Ararat
2 organisations operate homes in this suburb.
What to look for in Ararat
- All homes in Ararat score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
- 2 of 3 homes meet a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
- 1 home holds the top 5★ overall rating — a useful shortlist starting point.
- 0 of 3 homes sit below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Ararat
| Garden View Court Hostel East Grampians Health Service · Small · Government | 5.0 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Gorrinn House Hostel Ararat Retirement Village Inc · Medium · Not for Profit | 4.0 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 5 |
| 70 Lowe Street East Grampians Health Service · Small · Government | 4.0 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 |
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Each home is scored 1–5★ across compliance, residents' experience, staffing, and quality measures, then combined into an overall rating.