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Arabella Garden Inn Motel

4.0 star property
Motel with free parking, in the vicinity of Killen Falls

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Family Room (rate for 4) | Living area | TV
Property grounds
Reception
TV
Nestled near Killen Falls, Arabella Garden Inn Motel offers a tranquil retreat with continental breakfast and a garden. Take advantage of the outdoor pool with sun loungers, BBQ grills for al fresco dining and free WiFi in public areas. Guests have praised the motel's lovely setting.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

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Family Room (rate for 4) | Living area | TV

Family Room (rate for 4)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Room (Spa) | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Executive Room (Spa)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Wollongbar is home to Arabella Garden Inn Motel. Shoppers can check out Bangalow Market, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Killen Falls and Minyon Falls. Check out an event or a game at Ballina Racecourse, and consider making time for Byron Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, a top attraction not to be missed.
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1 Smiths Lane, Cnr Smiths Lane & Bruxner Highway, Wollongbar, NSW, 2477

What's nearby

  • Teven Valley Golf Course - 10 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - 16 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Main Beach - 37 min drive - 27.0 miles
  • Cape Byron Lighthouse - 41 min drive - 27.5 miles
  • Wategos Beach - 41 min drive - 27.5 miles

Getting around

  • Lismore Station - 17 min drive
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buckley’ Chance - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Goonellabah Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Federal Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bonito Peruvian Eatery - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Arabella Garden Inn Motel

Upscale motel near Killen Falls
At Arabella Garden Inn Motel, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Barbecue grills, bicycle tour information, and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Arabella Garden Inn Motel have perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like desk chairs and minibars.
More amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bidets, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and microwaves

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • 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.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 1.25 percent for credit card payments
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 key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.25 percent

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number 2477

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Arabella Garden Inn Motel Wollongbar
Arabella Garden Inn Motel
Arabella Garden Wollongbar
Arabella Garden

Frequently asked questions

Does Arabella Garden Inn Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Arabella Garden Inn Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Arabella Garden Inn Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Arabella Garden Inn Motel?

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

What time is check-out at Arabella Garden Inn Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Arabella Garden Inn Motel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Arabella Garden Inn Motel located?

Situated in Wollongbar, this motel is within 12 mi (20 km) of Killen Falls, Ballina Racecourse, and Byron Bay Wildlife Sanctuary. Bangalow Market and Minyon Falls are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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Arabella Garden Inn Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 148 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Delia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a lovely little hotel, it has charm, was very clean. It had all the needs covered. Close to a pub if needed. We extended for another night, and it was no problem. Also, a really nice continental breakfast was unexpected. Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Kelly made me very welcome. Lovely and relaxed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I thoroughly felt welcomed and looked after. Lots of little details and kindnesses. Definitely I will book again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Fabio

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are comfortable and clean, the only drawback is that it says it includes breakfast but the reality is that it only has a cereal and bread, so it is better not to trust if you are going to stay here and look for a place to have breakfast nearby.

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

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

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Klaus-Dieter

Liked: Staff & service
Es gab nur ein internationales Frühstück.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Each cabin is kept nicely private from its neighbours though the walls are quite thin so noise travels through easily.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glenys

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

8/10 Good

col

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nothing "UNIQUE" just similar to other good motels we have used
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. Frances and the team were fantastic. Will be back next year
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay near alstonville. Incredibly helpful service by Frances at a time of high pressure due to the Lismore floods. Thanks for all your help. Very nice garden rooms for those travelling or for a few days.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Overnight stay

Motel is a bit tired and needs maintenance. Leaking taps, sofa seating has collapsed, Bathroom door catch got stuck in unlock and needed to be prodded to release, loose tap handle in shower.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely little boutique motel, walking distance to dinner options. Would have loved to have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

6/10 Okay

Ron

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The Unit itself was very clean and enjoyable BUT the bed seemed broken and very uncomfortable. When I pay to sleep somewhere, you want a nice bed. Maybe they need to invest on some new beds for peoples comfort.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

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