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Ballina Colonial Motel

3.0 star property

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Beach nearby
Deluxe Room | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception
Indoor/outdoor pool
Shower, rainfall showerhead, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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9 Bangalow Road, Ballina, NSW, 2478
  • Place, Ballina Fair Shopping Centre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballina Visitor Information Centre
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard, One Queen and One Single Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room | Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

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

About the neighborhood

Ballina

Located in Ballina Central within a 5-minute walk of Ballina District Hospital, Ballina Colonial Motel is within a 15-minute stroll of Ballina Fair Shopping Centre. This 12-room, 3-star motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
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What's nearby

  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Saunders Oval - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ballina Visitor Information Centre - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Missingham Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Australian Hotel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Charcoal Bay - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell Ballina - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cherry Street Sports Club - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Ballina Colonial Motel

Guests of Ballina Colonial Motel enjoy features like a children's pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a banquet hall, and a garden.
26-inch LCD TVs come with digital channels and DVD players, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the motel include a children's pool.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Things to do

  • Children's pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

More

  • 1 building
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 6:00 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 smart lock details; 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
At check-in, guests must provide a negative PCR COVID-19 test result
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.
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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • At check-in, guests must provide a negative PCR COVID-19 test result.
  • The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up, and the test must have been administered no more than 48 hours prior to check-in.

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.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is served at Ballina Colonial Motel.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of Ballina Colonial Motel?

This motel is situated in Ballina Central within a short 10-minute walk of Ballina Fair Shopping Centre and also 18 minutes on foot from Saunders Oval. You'll also find Lighthouse Beach and Ballina Golf Club within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Ballina Colonial Motel?

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

Does Ballina Colonial Motel include a casino?

No, Ballina Colonial Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Ballina Colonial Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Ballina Colonial Motel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will value amenities like a rainfall showerhead, a garden view in some guestrooms, as well as a terrace.

Does Ballina Colonial Motel have a hot tub?

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

Does Ballina Colonial Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Ballina Colonial Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Ballina Colonial Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Ballina Colonial Motel.

Does Ballina Colonial Motel have connecting rooms available?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Ballina Colonial Motel?

The closest major airport to Ballina Colonial Motel is Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway), which is 2.3 mi away (6 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lismore, NSW (LSY), which is located 23.3 mi away (41-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Ballina Colonial Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Ballina Colonial Motel that offer a balcony.

Ballina Colonial Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 237 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 237 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 237 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 237 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 237 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, we checked in late and no issues at all. Place was great, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ursula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great spot - like a hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay, highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very personable and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very lovely stay, clean and spacious
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Clean, good sized room, comfy bed and great swimming pool.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel was easy to locate, our room was clean, quiet, close to shops with plenty of room for easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Well priced, clean and comfortable. Perfect for an overnight stop.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was lovely close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

DEREK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice room and very helpful owners.Just the sort of place we liked to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Geraldene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
staff very friendly. nice and quiet. also nice and clean. would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Managers, Brendon & Renee are great people, very welcoming and easy to get on with.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room Comfy bed Clean bathroom Easy check in and out
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap, clean, easy check in. Exactly what we wanted coming in late for a place to sleep
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay was great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Checkin and out was easy Everything was clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a last minute decision to stay somewhere on the way up to QLD and we are very glad we did as the motel was in a quite location with helpful friendly owners and walking distance to everything you need
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely quiet comfortable motel. New owners had just taken over and were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and fresh feeling. Nice rooms. Great pool. Friendly family run premises.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient and modern. Impressed by the carport cover for the car. Overal an excellent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great stay

We really enjoyed our stay. The pool was well maintained and a welcome rest after a long drive. The room was large, clean and comfortable. An added bonus was the proximity to the Bowlo for a meal. Our son loved the playground. Our room key gave us a member discount which was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great position to attractions and dining. Easy check-in. Can get a little noisy with gravel driveway but great convenience of having car at the door. Loved having real milk and biscuits.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Wolfgang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner was very accommodating and friendly when it came to a phone query.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024