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River Street Motel

3.0 star property
3-star motel perfect for exploring Ballina

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Triple Room with Terrace | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor pool
Family Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Apartment, Ground Floor | In-room dining
Property entrance

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
285-287 River Street, Satnavmay require 285 Pac Hwy West, Ballina, NSW, 2478
  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Ballina District Hospital
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Ballina Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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King Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Apartment, Ground Floor | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Apartment, Ground Floor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Triple Room with Terrace | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room with Terrace

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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In-room dining

Quadruple Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Ballina

Heart of Ballina.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Saunders Oval and 2 miles (3 km) of Ballina Fair Shopping Centre with a stay here. Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum and Ballina Visitor Information Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Ballina Visitor Information Centre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ballina District Hospital - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ballina Golf Club - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Shelly Beach - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Lismore Station - 31 min drive
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ballina RSL Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ballina Gallery Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Henry Rous - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Malibu Burgers - ‬11 min walk

About this property

River Street Motel

3-star motel perfect for exploring Ballina
River Street Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a terrace, and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Ballina motel.

  • 1 building
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1987
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Terrace
  • Smoking in designated areas
River Street Motel offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 15.0.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the motel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

River Street Motel Ballina
Ballina Centrepoint
River Street Motel Motel
River Street Motel Ballina
River Street Motel Motel Ballina

Frequently asked questions

How close is River Street Motel to the airport?

River Street Motel is 2.8 mi (5-min drive) away from the Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at River Street Motel?

As of Jun 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Street Motel on Jul 24, 2025 start from $95.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does River Street Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at River Street Motel.

How close is River Street Motel to the beach?

This motel is 3.2 mi (6-min drive) from Shelly Beach and 3.3 mi (6-min drive) from Lighthouse Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does River Street Motel offer free breakfast?

River Street Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at River Street Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at River Street Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at River Street Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does River Street Motel have a pool?

River Street Motel features an outdoor pool.

Does River Street Motel have a spa?

This motel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer deep-tissue massages.

How close is River Street Motel to downtown Ballina?

River Street Motel is 0.4 mi away from Ballina.

River Street Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 359 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 149 out of 359 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 359 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 359 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 359 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
it was a pleasant overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

A pleasant place for the night

We were checked in by a kind and welcoming gentleman. He allowed to pick our preference from 2 sers of keys when we requested for options. We loved our room with a little garden area and private terrace. Double walled doors so road noise was minimal. Very clean and had all the facilities promised. The Chinese restaurant next door is excellent by the way!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were only there night but room was clean and well set out. Comfortable and handy to what I needed to do. And great price normally when I stay in Ballina it's twice the price of here.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable stay, friendly and obliging staff. Very clean with convenient parking and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manager was excellent he went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable. Very convenient to shops and a chinese restaurant right next door for some comfort food.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to town, RSL, River. Chinese next door. Beautiful clean rooms. Small pool to cool off in. Staff super nice. Such a easy check in and out. Was a great cheap little place to stay while travelling down the coast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had three rooms booked and all were excellent. The managers at the Motel were extremely good. I had an issue with a lock on my trailer and they found me a grinder to break the lock and put on a new one. Motel was within walking distance of the major clubs and town center. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

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

Ok room for a night.

This was a last minute booking as we were driving down the coast and weren’t sure where we wanted to stay. This room was available so we took it. It appears that the office is unattended, so I called number, the manager answered, she was friendly and gave clear instructions on how to retrieve the key from the lock box… The room was clean and a decent size, we booked a room with a king bed which was comfortable, the sheets and towels were decent quality however the room had a damp smell and feel about. I ran the AC on dry mode all night to try and reduce the damp feel. It was an OK stay for the night..
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyndall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, accommodating and very friendly, we will be back, thanks again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Sandra-Lee, Tuncurry

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Gerald

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

Great location

Easy parking, great location, nice & helpful people running it
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Amenities
Great people
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just fantastic and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
GREAT THANKS
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly service, convenient location, the room was clean and tidy with all facilities I needed. I was even given a little bottle of fresh milk when I arrived, that was awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

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

Comfortable and Accommodating

Booked last minute and received my check-in instructions via text within 10 minutes. Room was clean and comfortable. Great shower head and water pressure. Plenty of parking spots and eateries within walking distance. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

cathey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we liked being there close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024