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Arabella Garden Inn Motel

4.0 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 4-star Wollongbar motel

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Reception
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Front of property

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1 Smiths Lane, Cnr Smiths Lane & Bruxner Highway, Wollongbar, NSW, 2477
  • Place, Holland Park Dog Play Area
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Teven Valley Golf Course
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Prawn
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View (Spa) | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View (Spa)

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Garden View | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Wollongbar

Wollongbar retreat .Stay at this Wollongbar motel and you'll be within 12 miles (20 km) of Killen Falls and Byron Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. Bangalow Market is within 20 miles (32 km) and Minyon Falls is within 32 miles (52 km).
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What's nearby

  • Holland Park Dog Play Area - 8 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Teven Valley Golf Course - 9 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Big Prawn - 10 min drive - 10.0 miles
  • Lismore Base Hospital - 13 min drive - 10.7 miles
  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - 13 min drive - 12.3 miles

Getting around

  • Lismore Station - 17 min drive
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wollongbar Tavern - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Federal Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Buckley’ Chance - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Arabella Garden Inn Motel

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 4-star Wollongbar motel
Arabella Garden Inn Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle during limited hours is available for a fee. The business-friendly Arabella Garden Inn Motel also features laundry facilities, express check-in, and express check-out. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Wollongbar motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Arabella Garden Inn Motel offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Televisions come with premium digital channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium digital channels

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
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
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 1.85 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: AUD 20 per pet, per day, plus a one-time cleaning fee of AUD 20
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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.

  • Pet fee: AUD 20 per pet, per day plus AUD 20 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.85 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, 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
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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 2477

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Arabella Garden Inn Motel Wollongbar
Arabella Garden Inn Motel
Arabella Garden Wollongbar
Arabella Garden

Frequently asked questions

How close is Arabella Garden Inn Motel to the airport?

Arabella Garden Inn Motel is 12.4 mi (20-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 Arabella Garden Inn Motel?

As of Apr 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arabella Garden Inn Motel on Apr 19, 2026 start from $147, including 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 Arabella Garden Inn Motel have an airport shuttle?

Arabella Garden Inn Motel offers an airport shuttle during limited hours for a charge.

How close is Arabella Garden Inn Motel to the beach?

This motel is 12.7 mi (21-min drive) from Shelly Beach and 12.8 mi (21-min drive) from Lighthouse Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Arabella Garden Inn Motel offer free breakfast?

Arabella Garden Inn Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Arabella Garden Inn Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Arabella Garden Inn Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Arabella Garden Inn Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Arabella Garden Inn Motel have a pool?

Arabella Garden Inn Motel features an outdoor pool.

Does Arabella Garden Inn Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Arabella Garden Inn Motel to downtown Wollongbar?

Arabella Garden Inn Motel is 1 mi away from Wollongbar.

Arabella Garden Inn Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 178 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 178 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 178 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 178 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 178 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stevie

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gianni

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stop over and relax.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuval

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and the patio area for our dogs was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heath

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean tidy friendly. All you could need and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ram Mohan, The Ponds

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were on the way to Sunshine Coast, had a comfortable overnight stay - very clam and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Courtenay

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoë

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

yuxin

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

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing accessible room in a beautiful property that we really enjoyed visiting and would gladly visit again in the future. Much better than anything in Ballina or Lismore
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely delightful - from the check-in / to the room / to the amenities. A fabulous find.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myles

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service, clean and a beautiful part of the world!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, complimentary continental breakfast and friendly staff. Easy walk to the pub for dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sue was lovely and amazing to deal with! The rooms and whole complex was of really nice standard and we will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room (family room) was well equipped with lovely toiletries, toaster, kettle, glassware, cutlery and crockery along with a microwave. Comfy bed. The continental breakfast was in a beautifully appointed dining area and good choices provided.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jayne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely big luxury rooms and accessible room. Very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a lovely little hotel, it has charm, was very clean. It had all the needs covered. Close to a pub if needed. We extended for another night, and it was no problem. Also, a really nice continental breakfast was unexpected. Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025