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Ballina Homestead Motel

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A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio, a bed, a desk with a chair, and a dog lying on the patio.
A modern two-story building with a flat roof and a white facade, surrounded by palm trees and yellow flowers.
King Studio - Pet Friendly | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), individually decorated
2-Bedroom Suite - Pet Friendly | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), individually decorated
A reception area with a staircase, a potted plant, and a table with chairs.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $135
$123 nightly
$135 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11

Explore the area

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Cnr Cherry Street & Fox Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478
  • Place, Ballina Fair Shopping Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballina Visitor Information Centre
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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King Studio - Pet Friendly | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), individually decorated

King Studio - Pet Friendly

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Compact Queen Room | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), individually decorated

Compact Queen Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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2-Bedroom Suite - Pet Friendly | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), individually decorated

2-Bedroom Suite - Pet Friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), individually decorated

Standard Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Queen Room | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), individually decorated

Standard Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern kitchen with a microwave, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a grey sofa.

Executive Queen Suite

  • 506 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern kitchen with a dining area, a ceiling fan, and a built-in refrigerator.

1-Bedroom Suite - Pet Friendly

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a potted plant.

King Studio - Pet Friendly

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a window with curtains, and a wooden desk.

Compact Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, and a window.

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Compact Queen Room - Pet Friendly | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), individually decorated

Compact Queen Room - Pet Friendly

  • 205 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Queen Room - Pet Friendly | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), individually decorated

Superior Queen Room - Pet Friendly

  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Twin Room - Pet Friendly | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), individually decorated

Superior Twin Room - Pet Friendly

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Ballina

With a stay at Ballina Homestead Motel in Ballina (Ballina Central), you'll be steps from Ballina District Hospital and 11 minutes by foot from Ballina Fair Shopping Centre. .This motel is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Ballina Visitor Information Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Saunders Oval - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ballina Visitor Information Centre - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Missingham Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Lismore Station - 33 min drive
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell Ballina - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Australian Hotel - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Charcoal Bay - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cherry Street Sports Club - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Ballina Homestead Motel

Ballina Homestead Motel offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 27 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, gas grills, and bike parking.
Stop by the motel's restaurant, The Corner Cafe, for lunch or brunch, or grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe.
Featured amenities include express check-out, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
The Corner Cafe - This café serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch. Open select days.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • The Corner Cafe

Things to do

  • Books
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1980
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Guests should be aware that dogs reside at this property
This property enforces quiet hours from 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of AUD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: AUD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property class

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Ballina Homestead Motel
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Ballina Homestead Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 411 out of 864 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 327 out of 864 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 864 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 864 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 864 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steaven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always clean and great friendly staff. Always a joy to stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Ballina Homestead Motel has everything I needed, from the friendly service upon arrival to the large, neat and well-appointed room. Its also very well-located in the heart of town.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were lovely and room was super.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don

Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our unit was spotless, convenient location, staff were wonderfully welcoming and efficient. Onsite cafe serving excellent breakfast and great coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the bowls club
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff, clean room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed multiple times, it is my go to when I am in town for work!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steaven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a great place to stay, friendly, clean and always a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
nice place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was good, undercover parking , convenient to our needs ,staff friendly and helpful.cafe downstairs.. happy to recommend .
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cheap, cheerful, clean, tidy and friendly. Great Cafe!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We love staying at this Motel as a family the rooms are clean and comfortable will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff &’good location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean & comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Neville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

J-Tech Systems

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place to stay

Nice place to stay and will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel and cafe
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024