The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads

3.5 star property
3.5-star golf motel near Nambucca Heads Island Golf Club

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Beach nearby, white sand
King Pet Friendly Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Pet Friendly Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Corner Pacific Hwy & Riverside Drive, Nambucca Heads, NSW, 2448
  • Place, Nambucca Valley Visitor Information Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Nambucca Heads Island Golf Club
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Nambucca Heads Bowling & Recreation Club
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Coffs Harbour, NSW (CFS)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

Queen Terrace Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Terrace Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Twin Terrace Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

King Pet Friendly Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Pet Friendly Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Nambucca Heads

On boardwalk/promenade.A stay at this motel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Nambucca Heads Island Golf Club and 3 miles (5 km) of Shelly Beach. Bonville Golf Resort and Solitary Islands Marine Park are also within 32 miles (52 km).

What's nearby

  • Nambucca Valley Visitor Information Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Nambucca Heads Island Golf Club - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bellwood Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nambucca Heads Bowling & Recreation Club - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Headland Historical Museum - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Nambucca Heads Station - 6 min drive
  • Macksville Station - 13 min drive
  • Coffs Harbour, NSW (CFS) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Star Hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Nourish Cafe & Grocer - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Beach House Providore - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪V-Wall Tavern - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads

3.5-star golf motel near Nambucca Heads Island Golf Club
The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Nambucca Heads motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1988
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads offers 37 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 10 to 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Gym
  • 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 (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 50

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.1 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 10 to 15 per person
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.1 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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the motel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply. To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your 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

Best Western Destiny Motor
Best Western Destiny Motor Inn
Best Western Destiny Motor Inn Nambucca Heads
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Destiny Motor Inn
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Nambucca Heads Best Western
The Cubana Nambucca Heads
Destiny Motor Inn Nambucca Heads
The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads Motel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads to the airport?

The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads is 29.3 mi (32-min drive) away from the Coffs Harbour, NSW (CFS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads?

As of Mar 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads on Mar 16, 2026 start from $124, 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 The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads.

How close is The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads to the beach?

This motel is 2.3 mi (5-min drive) from Shelly Beach and 0.8 mi (3-min drive) from Forster Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 10 and 15 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads?

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

Is there free parking at The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads have a pool?

The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads features an outdoor pool.

Does The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads have a restaurant?

The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads is home to Cubana Cantina, which features garden views, a poolside location, and al fresco dining.

Does The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads to downtown Nambucca Heads?

The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads is 0.8 mi away from Nambucca Heads.

The Cubana Resort Nambucca Heads Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 150 out of 335 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 118 out of 335 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 335 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 335 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 335 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter, Sydney

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lower section of the door jamb for the bathroom in room 5 was disintegrated, so a bit of carpentry maintenance wouldn’t go astray and was not impressed with the restaurant food. The chopped Mexican salad would be better if the ingredients weren’t mostly from a can. Otherwise, staff were all friendly and the room was really nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Isela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very large, spotless room. Nice bathroom, very comfortable bed (except for pillows). Very welcoming to our little four legged family member. Accidentally left my rings, staff contacted me to arrange return. Overall very impressed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine, Ashgrove

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good visit, comfortable rooms, very dog friendly and easy to access.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Carmen

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELEANOR

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facilities and restaurant is really great. The grounds are beautiful. The room is very basic but clean and it's great to have complimentary guest laundry on site. Its very kid friendly and nice and close to the river. The staff were all very friendly and accommodating. My family had a nice stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Geoff

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
yes, the room is pleasant and also the backyard etc. thanks a lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a brilliant experience, great drinks and food, very relaxing, pool spa, breakfast, what more could you ask for, we will be back
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. Friendly staff. Clean and comfortable rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Miles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room clean enough although a little dated. Unfortunately for the 2 nights that I stayed the restaurant was not open, and with no microwave/crockery/cuttlery in the room I needed to go elsewhere to eat.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A very nice, clean, well maintained unit. The resort is very dog friendly. Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff excellent friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

adam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the room seemed big with the tall walls and high ceiling - spacey and white. i liked the balcony area that looked onto a lake with lotus flowers in bloom (in the afternoon). we were given an early check in - Justeena called and sent a text while we bided our time at the nearby shopping centre. i enjoyed our stay there in general.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

A good dog-friendly stay

We’re always looking for a good dog-friendly spot on our drive between Sydney and Brisbane and had a great stay at Cubana. The staff were very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable stay in a large, clean and quiet room. We had some small plate food in the restaurant which was very nice. Only negative is that you need to drive to main restaurants or clubs.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay. Staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Gardens and surrounds need a good clean up, could be a great resort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025