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Riversleigh house offers free WiFi. This charming historic building is a 5-minute walk from Richmond River Waterfront.

We are 4 mins walk to the main shopping strip, and restaurants.

We are a boutique hotel offering the entire house for our guests use.

The staff were absolutely amazing!

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9.1
Wonderful
108 reviews
Price from
$143
per night

Boasting spectacular views of Shelly Beach and Lighthouse Beach, Grandview Apartments is located in Ballina, 200 metres walk from surf beaches and cafes.

The property offers guests the choice between 1, 2 or 3-bedroom self-catering apartments with a private courtyard or balcony. Our 3 bedroom penthouses feature open plan layouts, lounge and dining areas leading onto large terraces. They each have three bedrooms, two bathrooms with spa bath, full kitchens with separate dining areas and full laundry with washer and dryer. We have a River View and an Ocean View Penthouse.

First the staff were very friendly and approachable. The apartment was clean and the ocean view was just what we wanted. I appreciated the fact that it was secure, we all felt safe and appreciated that there was secure parking on site. Would recommend to friends and would certainly stay again.

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9
Wonderful
415 reviews
Price from
$156
per night

Situated on the historic Norton Street, the Ballina Manor is a stylish small luxury hotel that once you stay, will become your new home away from home. Located a short distance from the Ballina Byron Gateway Airport and centrally located on Ballina island, you can enjoy a scenic stroll to the town centre or wander down the road to some of the most pristine beaches and waterways. Whatever the reason for your stay, the Ballina Manor is the perfect base from which you can explore the Ballina/Byron Hinterland and beyond.

Everything was perfect, we can highly recommend that place, thank you for all.

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9.3
Wonderful
642 reviews
Price from
$157
per night

The air-conditioned holiday home is composed of 3 separate bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven, and 2 bathrooms. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

The house is beautifully renovated, light and airy feel, is air-conditioned, and is close to the beach and restaurants.

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9.6
Exceptional
10 reviews
Price from
$333
per night

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Stingray is set in Ballina. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.9 km from Lighthouse Beach.

Every thing needed was at hand! This was great and much appreciated. So clean and fresh too. Loved the garden and a big thrill was the water dragon, so beautifully made.

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9
Wonderful
5 reviews
Price from
$105
per night

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a saltwater pool, Villa Riviera on River Front is situated in Ballina. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 2 km from Big Prawn.

pet friendly , Right on the water , quiet, great location and beautiful well thought out villa with everything you could need

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9.4
Wonderful
72 reviews
Price from
$136
per night

All accommodation includes air-conditioning and modern furnishings. They have a lounge area with a satellite flat-screen TV and DVD player. There is also a dining table. The bathroom has complimentary toiletries. During your stay both bathrobes and pool towels are available. Rooms with desks are available on request.

Very easy access to Ballina main St Lovely riverside walks Plenty seats to sit and take in the views

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8.7
Excellent
1,016 reviews
Price from
$117
per night

Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Ballina Byron offers rooms with spa baths and suites with a kitchenette. All air-conditioned accommodation has modern furnishings, flat screen TV with Chrome Casting and laundry facilities.

Extremely spacious suite. Very helpful receptionist.

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8.5
Very Good
1,038 reviews
Price from
$120
per night

Located in Ballina, 500 metres from South Ballina, Ballina Beach Nature Resort provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Featuring a bar, this 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is situated 38 km from Evans Head Boat Harbour.

Everything! The guy in the cafe made us dinner on Sunday evening even though he was just about to close. Watched the sunrise at the beach which was amazing.

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8.7
Excellent
575 reviews
Price from
$97
per night

Situated in Ballina, The Cubana Ballina features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with pool views.

Very clean and comfy, easy check-in process after reception hours, good air con. Would come back!

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8.7
Excellent
663 reviews
Price from
$121
per night

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  • Ballina Manor Boutique Hotel
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 642 reviews

    Located on the historic Norton Street, the Ballina Manor is a stylish small luxury hotel that once you stay, will become your new home away from home.

    Gorgeous place! It's like stepping back in time.

  • Grandview Apartments
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 416 reviews

    Boasting spectacular views of Shelly Beach and Lighthouse Beach, Grandview Apartments is located in Ballina, 656 feet walk from surf beaches and cafes.

    Rooms were clean and stylish. Beds were comfortable

  • Entre Palmas Ballina
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 10 reviews

    Just a 14-minute walk from Kingsford-Smith Park and 0.9 miles from Saunders Oval, Entre Palmas Ballina features accommodations in Ballina with a garden.

    Stunning property, lots of beautiful touches to make your feel welcome.

  • Stingray
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 5 reviews

    Just a 8-minute walk from Kingsford-Smith Park and one mile from Saunders Oval, Stingray features accommodations in Ballina with a garden.

  • Villa Riviera on River Front
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 72 reviews

    Just 1.2 miles from Big Prawn and a 16-minute walk from Saunders Oval, Villa Riviera on River Front features accommodations in Ballina, with a garden and barbecue facilities.

    Spacious with an exceptional view Wonderfully comfortable

  • Seamist-Seascape
    Breakfast options
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 46 reviews

    Just a 19-minute walk from Ballina Golf Course and 1.1 miles from Kingsford-Smith Park, Seamist-Seascape features accommodations in Ballina, with a terrace and barbecue facilities.

    Close to everything pub across the road shop s close by

  • Kenway Lodge
    Breakfast options
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 9 reviews

    Kenway Lodge offers accommodations in Ballina, 17 miles from Byron Bay Golf Course and 24 miles from Cape Byron Lighthouse.

  • Reflections Shaws Bay - Holiday Park
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 99 reviews

    Reflections Shaws Bay - Holiday Park offers beachfront accommodations and free on-site parking. The property features a children’s playground, a games room, and free BBQ facilities.

    The interconnected cabin’s fantastic for our group

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  • Ballina Beach Nature Resort
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 575 reviews

    Located in Ballina, a 6-minute walk from South Ballina, Ballina Beach Nature Resort provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    The staff, the clamping tent, the surrounding nature.

  • Almare Tourist Motel
    Budget options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 552 reviews

    Featuring a BBQ area, Almare Tourist Motel offers comfortable rooms with private bathroom, air conditioning and flat-screen TV. Ballina town center is only a 10-minute walk away.

    Very tidy and clean. Close to the RSL and restaurants.

  • Discovery Parks - Ballina
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 707 reviews

    Discovery Parks - Ballina features an outdoor swimming pool, games room, mini golf and fully equipped fitness center. It is located on Shaws Bay Lake, less than 2297 feet from the beach.

    The location and cleanliness of the park and room.

  • Coast Inn Motel
    Budget options available
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 326 reviews

    Just a 3-minute walk from the Richmond River, Coast Inn Motel offers free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor terrace with a children's play area. All rooms feature a 32-inch flat-screen TV.

    Great staff very friendly. Lovely room very comfortable

  • Slipway Hotel Motel
    Budget options available
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 792 reviews

    Located in the heart of the Ballina town center, next to the Richmond River, this motel is attached to a lively bar with regular live entertainment.

    The location. The pub was great. Close to everything

  • Reflections Ballina - Holiday Park
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 91 reviews

    Offering free WiFi and free onsite parking, Reflections Ballina - Holiday Park is located in 5 minutes' drive from Shelly Beach.

    Location was perfect for me. Across from the pool.

  • Australian Hotel
    Budget options available
    6.2
    Scored 6.2
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 863 reviews

    Just 492 feet from the banks of the Richmond River, the Australian Hotel features free WiFi, an award winning restaurant, beergarden and 2 bars.

    Low price.. all clean . Comfortable bed and clean.

  • Family friendly apartment with a stunning view
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Featuring a terrace, Family friendly apartment with a stunning view offers accommodations in Ballina. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

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  • Riversleigh House
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 108 reviews

    Riversleigh house offers free WiFi. This charming historic building is a 5-minute walk from Richmond River Waterfront. We are 4 mins walk to the main shopping strip, and restaurants.

    Has a lot of character and bed was very comfortable

  • The Cubana Ballina
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 663 reviews

    Located in Ballina, The Cubana Ballina features accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities.

    A very funky and unique motel, very vibrant and relaxing

  • Ballina Palms Boutique Motel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,016 reviews

    Just a 3-minute drive from the heart of Ballina, guests can enjoy swimming in the seasonal outdoor pool at Ballina Palms Boutique Motel. All rooms feature complimentary WiFi and car parking.

    It was more than I expected and close to the beach.

  • Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Ballina Byron
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,038 reviews

    Located on the riverfront, Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Ballina Byron is surrounded by beautiful beaches and rainforest.

    Nice rooms great customer service centrally located

  • Ballina Heritage Inn
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 807 reviews

    Just 492 feet from the Richmond River, Ballina Heritage Inn features a saltwater swimming pool and free WiFi. It offers air-conditioned rooms with a flat-screen TV.

    Loved how the kitchen/vanity worked comfortable bed

  • Avlon Gardens Motel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 321 reviews

    Located in a quiet location surrounded by landscaped gardens, Avlon Gardens Motel offers spacious accommodations in Ballina town center.

    Easy as to park with my boat (13m long including Ute)

  • Ballina Colonial Motel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 568 reviews

    Centrally located in Ballina’s town center, the Ballina Colonial Motel is 1.1 mi from Richmond River and 3.1 mi from the Ballina Byron Gateway Airport.

    Great clean motel handy to the bowls club for meals

  • Richmond Motor Inn
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 404 reviews

    Located opposite the beautiful Richmond River, this motel offers an outdoor pool for guests to take a dip in on a hot day. Free WiFi is provided.

    clean and comfortable with very close proximity to town

  • Ballina Homestead Motel
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 820 reviews

    Featuring a tropical courtyard with swimming pool and outdoor entertaining area with BBQ facilities, Ballina Homestead Motel is centrally located within walking distance to the local sports club,...

    Great value for todays market, clean and tidy Motel

  • Ballina Travellers Lodge
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 246 reviews

    On a quiet leafy street in the center of Ballina, the Ballina Travellers Lodge features an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi. It is a 5-minute walk from the beaches on the Richmond River.

    Good quality bed, sheets, towels. Very comfortable.

  • Ballina Beach Resort
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 548 reviews

    Ballina Beach Resort is located adjacent to Lighthouse Beach in East Ballina and just to the south of Byrom Bay. The property features free WiFi and free private parking on site.

    Clean,bright, fantastic location. Definitely stay again.

  • Riverside Holiday Apartments
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 649 reviews

    Located on the banks of the Richmond River, Riverside offers luxurious accommodations with private balconies and flat-screen satellite TV. Guests have access to a swimming pool.

    Excellent 2 bedroom apartment with great furnishings

  • Comfort Inn All Seasons
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 406 reviews

    Located 150-yards from Richmond River, Comfort Inn All Season offers well-furnished rooms just 1640 feet from Ballina RSL Club.

    Great staff Great location Clean and value for money

  • Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 955 reviews

    Offering free WiFi and cable channels, Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference center features a lagoon-style, salt water swimming pool and spa pool.

    Staff friendly Clean rooms Very quiet. Great location

  • River Street Motel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 607 reviews

    Located in Ballina, 1.6 miles from Big Prawn, River Street Motel has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

    The motel was Very clean and the staff were friendly

  • Econo Lodge Chaparral Motel Ballina
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 413 reviews

    Chaparral Motel features an outdoor swimming pool, and a sunny terrace. It offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and flat-screen satellite TV.

    it was really clean and the bed was so comfortable

  • Cosy unit with park & water view

    Cosy unit with park & water view is located in Ballina, just 1.2 miles from Big Prawn and 18 miles from Byron Bay Golf Course. This apartment features air-conditioned accommodations with a balcony.

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  • Avg. price/night: $105.29
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 707 reviews
    Even though I wasn’t travelling with kids I know that they would absolutely love it here! So many free things to do. Huge pool/water play. Jumping pillow and mini golf. Public playground nearby also. The accommodation was very clean with everything we needed for our stay and the price was very good. I couldn’t fault anything.
    Jan
    Young couple
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 99 reviews
    Stayed in the tiny home and the place was so clean and comfortable. Location was amazing. Being able to bring our dog to this accommodation was such a good experience too. We're definitely coming back!
    J
    Jaymie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $113.74
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 955 reviews
    Clean & neat. Great there was a pool! Laundry and microwave came in handy. Close to town centre; as on site restaurant was closed on the public holiday we stayed, but several other option close buy, including an IGA supermarket for drinks/snacks.
    Anthea
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $157.29
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 642 reviews
    Great service and great accomodation. We stayed in for dinner and the breakfast was great. Thanks. Really enjoyed the stay.
    Quincey
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $137.79
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 548 reviews
    Ballina Beach Resort has a special place in our memories as this is where we stayed on our first trip together back in 2004. The location right on the beach is perfect and the facilities at the resort are perfect for a relaxing holiday.
    Phillip
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $116.99
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,016 reviews
    This was my third time staying at Ballina Palms and I hope it won’t be the last. The rooms are sensational with little features added to them. Andre and the team are great with attention to detail. Whenever I needed something either Andre or Sebastian were so quick to help. Wifi worked well. It’s close walk to the river and the ideal location. I was here for both work and holiday and it worked a treat for me. There’s a pool and seating area if people want to lounge around the motel. There’s a washer and dryer for a very small fee.
    Matthew
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $103.67
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 575 reviews
    Amazing place to stay! Great views, private beach access, well located, friendly staff, definitely a perfect environment to rest and chill. I stayed in luxury glamping accommodation! Next time will come for longer days!
    Sofia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $103.67
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 575 reviews
    Our stay was incredible. From amazing, friendly staff to gorgeous glamping style accommodation. As a small family with young children, this place was THE place for us! The accommodation was spacious, clean and so comfortable. It has a lovely pool for all ages and such a nice short walk to the beach.
    Vee5
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $96.84
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 792 reviews
    I have stayed at the hotel four or five times now and found the food, position, plus the accommodation very good plus I love Guinness,,,, I will in time be moving to Ballina from the Riverina of NSW ...and will be a nightly vist or two for the meals which I found very good.....
    r
    roger
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $105.29
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 707 reviews
    The cleanliness was outstanding, I am generally quite picky and being a holiday park did not expect anything exceptional, however this was the most immaculately clean accommodation I have stayed in. Beds were comfy, facilities greart, staff excellent and very quick to address any issues. There was a big storm and a large branch fell down outside our cabin. This was promptly taken away. A black out also occured and entry/exit barriers were removed so people could still access the driveway. Very attentive staff and caretakers. Very clean.
    M
    Melissa
    Family with young children

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