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Almare Tourist Motel

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Ballina Racecourse

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Garden view
Standard Twin Room | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Deluxe Queen Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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339 River Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478
  • Place, Saunders Oval
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballina Fair Shopping Centre
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballina Visitor Information Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

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

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Standard Family Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Family Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Queen Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen Room

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

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Deluxe Queen Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Queen Room

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

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Single/Couple Budget Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single/Couple Budget Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Ballina

Located in Ballina Central, Almare Tourist Motel is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Ballina Racecourse and within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like Shelly Beach. The 13 rooms at this 3-star motel include dining areas, refrigerators, and microwaves.
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What's nearby

  • Saunders Oval - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ballina District Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Ballina Visitor Information Centre - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Lismore Station - 31 min drive
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charcoal Bay - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wharf Bar & Restaurant Ballina - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Dory's Takeaway - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Henry Rous - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Swish - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Almare Tourist Motel

Motel with free parking, near Ballina Racecourse
Almare Tourist Motel features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. A stay here includes free parking. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours. This motel also has barbecue grills.
32-inch flat-screen TVs are available for entertainment, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Other amenities include dining areas, refrigerators, and microwaves.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AUD 12 to 16.50 per person

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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

  • This property welcomes pets for AUD 15.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 15.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 12.00 to 16.50 per person
  • Pet fee: AUD 15.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.2 percent

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

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Almare Tourist Motel?

Almare Tourist Motel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see within easy reach of Almare Tourist Motel?

This motel is situated in Ballina Central within a short 15-minute walk of Saunders Oval. You'll also find Ballina Fair Shopping Centre and Shelly Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Almare Tourist Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Free RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does Almare Tourist Motel have a casino?

No, Almare Tourist Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Almare Tourist Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Almare Tourist Motel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will value amenities like a pillowtop mattress, kitchens in some guestrooms, as well as a garden.

Does Almare Tourist Motel have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Almare Tourist Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Almare Tourist Motel offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Almare Tourist Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Almare Tourist Motel for a fee of AUD 15.00 per pet, per day.

Does Almare Tourist Motel have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Almare Tourist Motel?

The closest major airport to Almare Tourist Motel is Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway), which is 3.1 mi away (6 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lismore, NSW (LSY), which is located 21.6 mi away (34-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Almare Tourist Motel?

Yes, some guestrooms at this motel offer either a balcony or a patio where guests can enjoy pool or city views.

Almare Tourist Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 243 out of 585 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 585 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 585 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 585 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 585 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Manoa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and had all the ammenities that we needed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good access to shops
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Motel room was v small but it was equiped with everything needed for quick onight stay incl microwave and toaster which most do not have these days.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room to small no hanging space
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

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

10/10 Excellent

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room. Very comfortable Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lawson

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for our purpose which was an overnight stay while on a long trip. Convenient to access shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

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

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean, warm and genuinely amazing for the price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very clean, easy to walk to dining options, bed was very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sheldon

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, comfy bed, great water pressure in the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely spot to stay, easily accessed on the way into town. Staff were friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean and well presented with a small fridge, microwave and kettle available. Modern tvs and recently updated bathrooms. Delicious convenient breakfast options. Air con units are a little older and noiser if you're a light sleeper.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Denis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
We were given room 10. Smallest motel room we have ever stayed in. The bathroom was tiny and the floor needed a good scrub. If large size people stayed in this room they would have trouble negotiating the bathroom. For the cost of $159 for the night, we were shocked at what it was.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service, great breakfast, good management
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always easy check in. Room clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. Very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Comfortable bed
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Almare was lovely, suited us perfect nicely renovated room and lovely renovated bathroom easy walk to everything beds were nice and comfortable thanks again 😊
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great value, clean, comfortable, spacious and friendly hosts with good, cooked breakfast. :)
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Affordable clean accommodation
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly staff, clean rooms. Close to dining and really nice place to stay on a budget.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lauren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very basic but clean and tidy with friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy. Very reasonably priced and great customer service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ability to accommodate larger family group.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025