Ballina Travellers Lodge

2.5 star property

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 Premium Queen  | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers
 Premium Queen  | Bathroom | Free toiletries, towels
 Premium Queen  | Free WiFi, bed sheets
1 Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Shared fridge, microwave

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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36 Tamar Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478
  • Place, Ballina Visitor Information Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballina Fair Shopping Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ballina

Located in Ballina Central, Ballina Travellers Lodge is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Ballina Visitor Information Centre and Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum. This 16-room motel has an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Ballina Visitor Information Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Missingham Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Saunders Oval - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Australian Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Charcoal Bay - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cherry Street Sports Club - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Wharf Bar & Restaurant Ballina - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Boker - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Ballina Travellers Lodge

Ballina Travellers Lodge offers an outdoor pool, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. There's free parking if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby. Additional amenities include a library, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 21-inch flat-screen TVs. Free toiletries are also available. Limited housekeeping is available.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 5-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekdays only)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch flat-screen TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; 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
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after noon 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.
Property Registration Number 2478

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The motel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is served at Ballina Travellers Lodge.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 5-device limit.

Property is also known as

Ballina Travellers Lodge
Ballina Travellers
Ballina Travellers Lodge Motel
Ballina Travellers Lodge Ballina
Ballina Travellers Lodge Motel Ballina

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of Ballina Travellers Lodge?

This motel is situated in Ballina Central, just steps from Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum. You'll also find Missingham Park and Saunders Oval less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Ballina Travellers Lodge?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the motel. An electric car charging station is also available for guests.

Does Ballina Travellers Lodge feature a casino?

No, Ballina Travellers Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Ballina Travellers Lodge?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM.

Is Ballina Travellers Lodge good for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include a pool view and a kitchenette.

Does Ballina Travellers Lodge have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Ballina Travellers Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Ballina Travellers Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Ballina Travellers Lodge allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Ballina Travellers Lodge.

Does Ballina Travellers Lodge have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How far is the airport from Ballina Travellers Lodge?

The closest major airport to Ballina Travellers Lodge 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 22.7 mi away (35-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Ballina Travellers Lodge?

Yes, some guestrooms at this motel offer a patio where guests can enjoy pool and courtyard views.

Ballina Travellers Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 227 out of 393 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 393 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 393 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 393 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 393 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was well/pleasantly furnished and clean. After hours check-in was well handled.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shane

Clean and well laid out
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient stop off for further travel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, location was great, nice rooms
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check in lady was very pleasant and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to the main street but quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel in a quiet area, but still easy to walk to shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always enjoy my stay at this Motel...great sized rooms, friendly team and super location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great stay would highly recommend
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Happy with our stay , clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place in a great location - an easy walk into the town centre. Would definable stay again.
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10/10 Excellent

Valma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place, clean and well appointed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Fay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, walking distance to restaurant and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Staff are very welcoming and helpful. Rooms are very good and clean. Very good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for 1 night and were very impressed. The room was very clean and comfortable and the staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect helped me with everything i needed the pool is fresh and the lady at the reception deserves an oscar i locked my keys inside and i called her and itwas late but she came and helped me
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shobha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Travellers lodge was a quite, and clean little place close to shops and river walks. The staff was really friendly and helpful which made it a pleasant stay at Ballina
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and walking distance to town centre and most food outlets.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent stop with modern rooms, well fitted out and sparkling clean. The checkin was easy and we had everything required for a pleasant and comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at the Ballina Travellers Lodge twice now and will continue to stay here. It is clean, central, quiet, very nice and the staff are always very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were there during the Cyclone so it was very wet but the staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10/10 for cleanliness, location and price. Always my first choice if staying at Ballina.
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable.
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10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always enjoy my stay and the very friendly team. Good sized rooms are a feature.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023