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Almare Tourist Motel

3.0 star property

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Garden view
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, WiFi (free), bed sheets
Standard Twin Room | Living area | Flat-screen TV
A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, and a ceiling fan.
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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339 River Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478
  • Place, Ballina Fair Shopping Centre
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballina Visitor Information Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum
    ‪2 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, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, a microwave, and a TV.

Standard Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a kettle, a microwave, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Queen Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, and a ceiling fan.

Deluxe Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Single/Couple Budget Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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 - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Big Prawn - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Ballina Visitor Information Centre - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell Ballina - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Australian Hotel - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Charcoal Bay - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Wharf Bar & Restaurant Ballina - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Almare Tourist Motel

Almare Tourist Motel features free WiFi in public areas and barbecue grills. 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 a garden.
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

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.

How much does it cost to stay at Almare Tourist Motel?

As of Jul 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Almare Tourist Motel on Jul 20, 2026 start from $85, 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.

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 parking available on site 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.

What do couples enjoy most about Almare Tourist Motel?

Couples staying at this motel will value amenities like premium bedding, a city view in some guestrooms, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Almare Tourist Motel?

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Almare Tourist Motel?

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

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 that I can book at Almare Tourist Motel?

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

Almare Tourist Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 257 out of 612 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 247 out of 612 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 612 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 612 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 612 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Oleksiy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, friendly staff, excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well positioned. Very clean and polite staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Prasoon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a clean property with pet-friendly accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauree

Liked: Amenities
Nice place for a night!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super happy to find a pet friendly hotel and lovely areas for walking my dog
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Leonie

Clean room. Staff friendly. Lovely outdoor area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

William

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kim

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

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotlessly clean, nicely appointed little motel rooms. They have an old school in-room breakfast in the morning, remember the ones where you fill in the paper form that you leave with reception. Nice touch!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lawson

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean, friendly staff and safe and secure parking. Thank you! 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic place to stay that’s quiet and convenient with very friendly and welcoming hosts!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sumeet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was good stay, staff was very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly owners, comfy beds and great outdoor BBQ area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly reception - spotlessly clean room - comfortable bed and pillows - nice fluffy towels - although the room was small, it was perfectly adequate for an overnight stay. The breakfast was large and reasonable value. Would I stay here again, yes, definitely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so relaxing that stay another day thank you
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bruce

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

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and seemed refurbished. Adequate space with proper table and chairs. Comfortable beds. Good amount of cutlery. Conveniently located. Would certainly stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and clean. Had everything required for a short stay. Very friendly greeting and handy location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean; sufficient kitchen utensils and bathroom needs. Bed comfortable; pleasant surroundings; ideal accommodation for a short stay of perhaps 3 days. I would certainly stay there again if passing through Ballina.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025