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The Cubana Ballina

3.0 star property
3-star Art Deco hotel near Ballina Fair Shopping Centre

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Outdoor pool, open 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers
Beach shuttle
Family Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar
Interior entrance
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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329 River St, Ballina, NSW, 2478
  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Ballina Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Lighthouse Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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King Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

King Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Family Room

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

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Queen Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Queen Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Pool View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 32 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Ballina

Ballina Central stay.Your stay at this Ballina Central hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Ballina Fair Shopping Centre and Ballina Racecourse. Shelly Beach and Ballina Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ballina Golf Club - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Shelly Beach - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Lighthouse Beach - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Lennox Head Beach - 13 min drive - 8.6 miles

Getting around

  • Lismore Station - 32 min drive
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Swish - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chicken Mania - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Dove - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cherry Street Sports Club - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Cubana Ballina

3-star Art Deco hotel near Ballina Fair Shopping Centre
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the pool bar. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Cubana Ballina. The hotel can provide wedding services and tour/ticket assistance. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Art Deco Ballina hotel.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1980
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
The Cubana Ballina offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers with hydromassage showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: AUD 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
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 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 44219547

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Cubana Ballina Hotel
The Cubana Ballina Ballina
The Cubana Ballina Hotel Ballina

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Cubana Ballina to the airport?

The Cubana Ballina is 3.1 mi (6-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 The Cubana Ballina?

As of Sep 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cubana Ballina on Sep 15, 2025 start from $98.49, 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 The Cubana Ballina have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Cubana Ballina.

How close is The Cubana Ballina to the beach?

This hotel is 3.5 mi (7-min drive) from Shelly Beach and 3.6 mi (7-min drive) from Lighthouse Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Cubana Ballina offer free breakfast?

The Cubana Ballina does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Cubana Ballina?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Cubana Ballina?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Cubana Ballina?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Cubana Ballina have a pool?

The Cubana Ballina features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does The Cubana Ballina have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Cubana Ballina to downtown Ballina?

The Cubana Ballina is 0.7 mi away from Ballina.

The Cubana Ballina Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 225 out of 330 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 330 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 330 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 330 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 330 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Management were lovely & friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chaminda

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Suky

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room had everything I needed for one night. The bedroom and bathroom were clean and cheerful. I particularly liked the bright orange tiles.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

frank

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location

This is a good place to stay in Ballina with easy access to shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nayomi

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really a nice place to stay, very clean and well maintained. Suits the budget too.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A funky makeover for what was probably an old motel. I liked the colours!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Marea

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

Quaint Motel

The room was exceptionally clean. King size bed comfortable. Only complain the chairs at the dining table very uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very smooth after hours check in. Lovely room - wonderful decor. Good shower. Good amenities. Very helpful service when I locked myself out in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Songwon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

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

A great place to stay.

Renovated art deco(ish) motel. Clean, modern room and bathroom. Nice pool. Friendly staff. A great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Jaryd

Liked: Staff & service
Some rubbish left in room from previous guest. Overall typical of an old hotel with a bit of effort to modernise it
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Olivia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, pool gate wasn't opened at 7:30am as stated so a bit disappointing we didn't get to use the pool services.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a very comfortable stay for us
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Julieann

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I like the mini pop up cafe and the pool lounge area
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean & Comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Callum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 3 nights in a family room. Clean, comfortable and conveniently located accommodation base to explore the Ballina region. The beds were very comfortable and the bathroom was large, modern and clean. The caravan out the front serving barrista coffee and bacon and egg rolls was a welcome bonus - definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, thoughtfully set up place. Staff were just lovely, so helpful. A great little coffee caravan for breakfast, right onsite near the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025