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Ballina Heritage Inn

Property class: 4

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A covered outdoor area with a view of a busy street and a body of water.
A living room with a wooden dining table, chairs, a gray sofa, and a bookshelf.
A two-story hotel with a balcony, a covered entrance, and a parking area.
A spacious living room with a wooden staircase, a bookshelf, and a dining area.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a dresser, a dining table with chairs, a painting, and a view of the outside.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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229 River St, Ballina, NSW, 2478
  • Place, Saunders Oval
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballina Fair Shopping Centre
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a mirror.

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a dining table, and a chair.

Deluxe Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A room with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, a bed, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Grand Suite, 3 Bedrooms, River View

A living room with a wooden dining table, chairs, a gray sofa, and a bookshelf.

Grand Suite, 3 Bedrooms, River View

  • River view
  • 3229 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a dresser, a dining table with chairs, a painting, and a view of the outside.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1076 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Room, 1 Bedroom

A hotel room with a sofa, two single beds, a dining table with chairs, and a desk with a lamp.

Family Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Corner

A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and green floral bedspreads. There are two bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, and a small wooden nightstand with a drawer.

Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a table with chairs, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, four pillows, two bedside tables, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

Apartment with Balcony

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5

APARTMENT WITH BALCONY

  • Sleeps 10

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a lamp.

Deluxe Queen Room with Bath

  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Ballina

Located in Ballina Central, Ballina Heritage Inn is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Saunders Oval and Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum. This 27-room, 4-star motel has an outdoor pool along with free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Saunders Oval - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Ballina Visitor Information Centre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Missingham Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Lismore Station - 31 min drive
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell Ballina - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Australian Hotel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Charcoal Bay - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Boker - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Ballina Heritage Inn

Guests of Ballina Heritage Inn enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and express check-in. Free parking is included with your stay. Staff members are on hand to provide dry cleaning/laundry services, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include express check-out, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 43-inch LCD TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

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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
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (9 AM - 6 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9 AM - 5 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 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

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 40.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 25.0 per day

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 25.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 40.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-5 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

Ballina Heritage Inn
Ballina Heritage
Ballina Heritage Inn Motel
Ballina Heritage Inn Ballina
Ballina Heritage Inn Motel Ballina

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Ballina Heritage Inn?

Ballina Heritage Inn provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Ballina Heritage Inn?

As of Sep 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ballina Heritage Inn on Sep 28, 2026 start from $140, 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's there to do within easy reach of Ballina Heritage Inn?

This motel is situated in Ballina Central within a short 15-minute walk of Ballina Fair Shopping Centre and also 10 minutes on foot from Saunders Oval. You'll also find Shelly Beach and Ballina Racecourse within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Ballina Heritage Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Wheelchair-accessible parking and RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Ballina Heritage Inn feature a casino at the property?

No, Ballina Heritage Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Ballina Heritage Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Ballina Heritage Inn?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include a private hot tub and river views.

Does Ballina Heritage Inn have a hot tub?

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

Does Ballina Heritage Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Ballina Heritage Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Ballina Heritage Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Ballina Heritage Inn though service animals are welcome.

Does Ballina Heritage Inn have connecting rooms available?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Ballina Heritage Inn?

The closest major airport to Ballina Heritage Inn is Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway), which is 3 mi away (9 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lismore, NSW (LSY), which is located 22.2 mi away (36-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Ballina Heritage Inn?

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

Ballina Heritage Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 409 out of 650 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 650 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 650 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 650 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 650 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good central location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, great location and friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was great even got a upgrade lovely staff close to all amenities stay there when ever in town
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfy.... perfect for what I needed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right across the road from RSL club, & close to restaurants. Quiet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great reception, very accommodating. Tidy and clean room. A little dated but comfortable. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great Ballina Hotel

Great hotel in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Have stayed here 4 times always really nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place. Extremely well looked after.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great Rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly welcome on our arrival. The rooms were clean, tidy and comfortable. The motel is centrally located providing easy access to clubs cafes etc.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and property was well maintained. Only negative was they used a heavily rose scented cleaner in the room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to restaurants and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay superb accommodation and super friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean and covenient, great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only had an overnight stay but the room was quite large very comfy bed staff were very polite great location, overall I would recommend staying at the Heritage inn.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay, love that !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favourite in Ballina
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location central to town, dining
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent property as a base for visiting Ballina, opposite the RSL & a short walk to good restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were/are wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds, convenient location, walking distance to shops and beach, vintage charm, clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities
Wonderful location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023