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Riversleigh Guesthouse

3.5 star property
3.5-star Georgian guest house with 2 outdoor pools

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Deluxe Double Room (London) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
5 River Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478
  • Ballina District Hospital
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Ballina Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room (New York)

  • 215 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room (London) | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room (London)

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe House, River View

  • 1615 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 12
  • 2 King Beds and 3 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Ballina

Close to the beach.With a stay at this Ballina guesthouse, you'll be steps from Ballina Visitor Information Centre and Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum. Ballina District Hospital and Saunders Oval are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ballina District Hospital - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Ballina Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Shelly Beach - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Lighthouse Beach - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Lismore Station - 33 min drive
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cherry Street Sports Ballina - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Ballina RSL Club - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ballina Gallery Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Henry Rous - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Riversleigh Guesthouse

3.5-star Georgian guest house with 2 outdoor pools
Riversleigh Guesthouse offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Riversleigh Guesthouse. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Riversleigh Guesthouse was completed in August 2021.

This Georgian Ballina guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1880
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Riversleigh Guesthouse offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with outdoor private hot tubs and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and coffee/tea makers.

Bathrooms include showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers. Televisions come with digital channels.

Languages

English

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Front of property - evening/night

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • DVD player
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 14-inch TV with digital channels
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per day.

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
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, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Riversleigh Guesthouse to the airport?

Riversleigh Guesthouse is 3.3 mi (7-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 Riversleigh Guesthouse?

As of May 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riversleigh Guesthouse on May 28, 2025 start from $154.95, 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 Riversleigh Guesthouse have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Riversleigh Guesthouse.

How close is Riversleigh Guesthouse to the beach?

This guesthouse is 2.2 mi (5-min drive) from Shelly Beach and 2.3 mi (4-min drive) from Lighthouse Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Riversleigh Guesthouse offer free breakfast?

Riversleigh Guesthouse does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Riversleigh Guesthouse?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Riversleigh Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

Is there free parking at Riversleigh Guesthouse?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Riversleigh Guesthouse have a pool?

Riversleigh Guesthouse features 2 outdoor pools.

Does Riversleigh Guesthouse have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Riversleigh Guesthouse to downtown Ballina?

Riversleigh Guesthouse is 0.4 mi away from Ballina.

Riversleigh Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 79 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 79 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 79 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 79 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our host was most helpful. Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute property with loads of charm in very central area. The staff is not onsite so codes are sent to guests. Was not able to reach staff with some questions but it was fine as it wasnt a drama. Just make sure all your questions are answered before you check in as its a self-serve property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sean Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Would not recommend

We booked and paid for a king room and ended up with a queen room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old property. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Riversleigh was lovely the old historic building was wonderful and outfitted beautifully however there was a lunatic across the road in Norton street who played loud music late at night and very early morning around 4am this ruined our stay unfortunately.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was old school charming & Erica was a gracious host. Great location. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Marie, Milton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Access to a kitchen space was a bonus, as was a large lounge room area
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property and amazing decor. Close to all amenities and the small welcome pack is a nice touch
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Noise from road after 7am Otherwise excellent property, close to amenities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Would Gladly Stay There Again...

Upgraded to the New York room we were very happy with the comfort... spoil yourself & stay here to enjoy the 1880s way of life... great bed, lovely bathroom, a verandah from which you can breath in the sea air...
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A real 'Hidden Treasure'! Wonderful ambience, and restored to a very high standard of authenticity and cleanliness. Convenientlyclose to the river, shopping centre etc.Highly recommended. Our recommendation to a neighbour has them planning a stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, basic but very clean. It very much self serve but if you had to call the staff they were extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was wonderful, the bed so comfy. However, I would have liked to have spare blankets available
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole place is awesome, rooms very clean and well presented. Will be booking again very soon.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the balcony off our room. Loved meeting Alfie the dog. The property had a very warm and welcoming feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was very clean, organized and very nice decorated.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very organized with everything SO clean A lovely girl greeted us.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Günther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a nice guesthouse and family! Absolutely recommendable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The ambiance of an older building but with modern amenities makes it special. However, as can be expected sound travels between rooms which can be a little disconcerting. Wifi strentgh was weak.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Bill, Bribie Island, Qld

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Plenty of character and most comfortable and close to restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Victoria

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

Love to return to stay longer.

I travel a lot. This accommodation stands out from the crowd. One word is quality and comfort. See website photos. An old building tastefully restored. May not have good sound proofing (room to room) if all rooms are full or have noisy guests. Very good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, New York NY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely beautiful property and the London room was spectacular.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018