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River Street Motel

3.0 star property
Motel in Ballina with free parking

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Triple Room with Terrace | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property entrance
Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Apartment, Ground Floor | In-room dining
River Street Motel, in a shopping district, offers an outdoor pool and spa services like deep-tissue massages. Free in-room WiFi keeps guests connected, and luggage storage adds convenience. Visitors consistently praise the helpful staff who enhance the stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room dining

Quadruple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room with Terrace | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room with Terrace

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, Ground Floor | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, Ground Floor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
285-287 River Street, Satnavmay require 285 Pac Hwy West, Ballina, NSW, 2478

What's nearby

  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Ballina District Hospital - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ballina Golf Club - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Shelly Beach - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Lighthouse Beach - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Lismore Station - 31 min drive
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Swish - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Henry Rous - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Dove - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chicken Mania - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wharf Bar & Restaurant Ballina - ‬9 min walk

About this property

River Street Motel

Motel located in Ballina Central
River Street Motel provides a terrace and more. Treat yourself to a deep-tissue massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at River Street Motel have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch HDTVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, 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 self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages

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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • Built in 1987
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 5:00 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 lockbox 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
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 15.0

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

River Street Motel Ballina
Ballina Centrepoint
River Street Motel Motel
River Street Motel Ballina
River Street Motel Motel Ballina

Frequently asked questions

Does River Street Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is River Street Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at River Street Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at River Street Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Street Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is River Street Motel located?

Located in Ballina Central, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Saunders Oval, Ballina Fair Shopping Centre, and Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum. Ballina Visitor Information Centre and Ballina District Hospital are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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River Street Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 186 out of 379 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 379 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 379 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 379 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 379 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older style property but clean and mostly renovated. Staff friendly on arrival. Only stayed overnight, would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Amenities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
it was a pleasant overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A bit of noise from road traffic in room 1 but still a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable stay, friendly and obliging staff. Very clean with convenient parking and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyndall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, accommodating and very friendly, we will be back, thanks again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean well maintained and had a nice retro vibe to them
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room. Covered well lit parking. Close to everything
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed a couple of nights, but it was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manager was excellent he went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable. Very convenient to shops and a chinese restaurant right next door for some comfort food.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We really appreciate our stay. The owners are very friendly. It was a pleasure to meet them. Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and convenient for passing through on our drive down the coast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great little homely motel with exceptional staff.

We stayed here for 3 nights as we were going to the Bluesfest. Our room with a queen bed & 2 single beds had everything we needed. We arrived early & the lovely staff at reception got our room ready immediately so we could get in to get ready for the festival. All of the staff were so friendly & professional. We will definitely stay here again next time In Ballina. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Navneet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff members are very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are really friendly. The rooms were stocked nicely, and even big enough to fit a portable crib for a baby. We really enjoyed our stay there!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are nice and big, comfy bed, clean and updated. Checking in was quick and I highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel was convenient to city centre and also to other amenities. It was clean and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Handy,clean and Owner very personable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had three rooms booked and all were excellent. The managers at the Motel were extremely good. I had an issue with a lock on my trailer and they found me a grinder to break the lock and put on a new one. Motel was within walking distance of the major clubs and town center. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

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