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Richmond Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Hotel in Ballina with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
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Executive Spa Room | Minibar, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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227 River street, Ballina, NSW, 2478
  • Place, Ballina Visitor Information Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballina District Hospital
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballina Fair Shopping Centre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Spa Room | Minibar, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Executive Spa Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms | Minibar, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 710 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom | Minibar, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom | Minibar, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

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

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Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, River View | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Ballina

Located in Ballina Central, Richmond Motor Inn is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Saunders Oval and Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum. This 13-room, 3.5-star hotel has conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Saunders Oval - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ballina Visitor Information Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ballina District Hospital - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Charcoal Bay - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wharf Bar & Restaurant Ballina - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dory's Takeaway - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Henry Rous - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Swish - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Richmond Motor Inn

Hotel in Ballina with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool
Guests of Richmond Motor Inn enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and express check-in. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Additional amenities include express check-out, a garden, and a picnic area.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and minibars are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel 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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
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 (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Ballina Heritage Inn, 229 River Street, Ballina]
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 40.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 25.0 per night

Property payment types

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 night
  • 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Richmond Motor Inn Ballina
Richmond Motor Ballina
Richmond Motor Inn Hotel
Richmond Motor Inn Ballina
Richmond Motor Inn Hotel Ballina

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Richmond Motor Inn?

Richmond Motor Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of Richmond Motor Inn?

This hotel is situated in Ballina Central within a short 16-minute walk of Ballina Fair Shopping Centre and also 10 minutes on foot from Saunders Oval. You'll also find Shelly Beach and Lighthouse Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Richmond Motor Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Richmond Motor Inn feature a casino on the premises?

No, Richmond Motor Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Richmond Motor Inn?

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

Is Richmond Motor Inn good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a minibar as well as an outdoor pool and a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Richmond Motor Inn?

No, but some guestrooms at this hotel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does Richmond Motor Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Richmond Motor Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Richmond Motor Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Richmond Motor Inn though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Richmond Motor Inn?

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

What is the closest airport to Richmond Motor Inn?

The closest major airport to Richmond Motor Inn is Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway), which is 3 mi away (6 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lismore, NSW (LSY), which is located 22.2 mi away (34-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Richmond Motor Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Richmond Motor Inn.

Richmond Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 267 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 267 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 267 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 267 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 267 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From check in to check out our experience was excellent. Convenient location within a short walk to cafes and dining options for all budgets. Our room was spacious and clean with all of the amenities you need for a short stay or longer if needed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Great convenient location and pretty quiet. Friendly and helpful owner/manager
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Value for money
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great except the soft bed and hard high pillow. Most uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johannes

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simply, a wonderful overall experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kelvin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We booked late and the staff could not have made things easier for Sunday night at 7pm. Very clean and spacious room. Lovely bed and close to dining.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property, and we were grateful for having such a spacious three bedroom apartment for our family to stay in. The location is excellent, directly opposite the RSL which does fantastic meals overlooking the river (and has a kids club during dinner time!) The room was spotlessly clean, the service was friendly, and parking and check-in was simple.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and tidy , had all of the amenities you would expect
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything great but could hear people in the room next door.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy of booking and location close to a lot of eating places. Staff friendly and helpful with information about the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and good value for such a spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sheneen

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
stay in general was good close to all amenities one minor problem the bed was way too soft
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Barry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great although I didn't particularly like the mattress. I would have liked it to be a little firmer.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Probably has the most comfortable of beds I’ve ever slept on in all of my travels around Australia. Defo would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Not sure if they’re is a brothel being run out of this place but constant cars coming and going all night. Car’s idling in the carpark with music and headlights on revving and then leaving. Did not have a good rest/sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was happy with my room for the night, clean, comfortable and spacious. Walked across the road to dine at the RSL.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Dave

Liked: Staff & service
Broken light in Room, which mad ethe room extremely dark
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Close to town and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

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

Ballina stop

Spacious room for 3 with big table and chairs for breakfast sitting. Good shower and amenities. Close to RSL Club Ballina for dinner!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025