Ballina Cheap Motels

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Ballina, Australia, offers a variety of budget-friendly motels that perfectly cater to travelers looking for affordable yet comfortable accommodations. These cheap motels provide a range of amenities and a prime location to explore the stunning coast and local attractions. Whether you're visiting for a weekend getaway or a longer stay, these motels offer convenience without breaking the bank. Consider these options to ensure a pleasant and economical stay in this picturesque region.

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Our Top 10

(Sorted by rating & number of reviews)

1. Ballina Heritage Inn
2. Slipway Hotel Motel
3. Ballina Colonial Motel
4. River Street Motel
5. Australian Hotel
6. Almare Tourist Motel
7. Ballina Fun'N'Sun Motel
8. Ballina Palms Boutique Motel
9. Ballina Hi-Craft Motel
10. Richmond Motor Inn

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Ballina
Aug 02, 2025 - Aug 03, 2025

Ballina Heritage Inn

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Set within 3.2 km from Ballina Head Lookout, the 4-star Ballina Heritage Inn features Wi-Fi in the rooms as well as a car park on site. The property is situated 1 km from Ballina city centre and 10 km from Ballina Byron Gateway airport.

Shelly Beach is less than 3.3 km away. Attractions within walking distance include Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum and Ballina RSL.

Ballina Heritage Inn is a short ride from Missingham Park.

These units offer views of the patio. The rooms include tea and coffee making facilities, a fridge, and a toaster along with a separate toilet and a shower in the bathroom.

Address: 229-235 River Street

Slipway Hotel Motel

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Slipway Hotel Motel Ballina, located 3.1 km from Richmond River Light, features Wi-Fi in public areas. The venue is situated 1 km from Ballina city centre and 10 km from Ballina Byron Gateway airport.

Missingham Park is less than 1.6 km away. Attractions within walking distance include Fawcett Park and Northern Rivers Community Gallery.

This 3-star accommodation is also located next to a river. You can get to The Big Prawn in a few minutes by car.

An electric kettle and a refrigerator are provided and a separate toilet and a shower are included too.

Address: 56 River Street

Ballina Colonial Motel

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Ballina Colonial Motel is located in the heart of Ballina, about 2.3 km distance from Shelly Beach. Guests have access to an outdoor swimming pool, a pool area and Wi-Fi throughout the property.

The property is 15 minutes' walk from the centre of Ballina. Missingham Park is 1.7 km from the motel in Ballina.

Ballina Colonial Motel is a short ride from Ballina Botanical Gardens.

Rooms come with view of the courtyard. They also have a microwave, an electric kettle, and a fridge.

Address: 9 Bangalow Road

River Street Motel

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River Street Motel is situated in shopping district of Ballina, 3.2 km from Thursday Plantation Visitor Centre. Boasting location close to Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum, the venue includes 14 rooms and a swimming pool.

Ballina Botanical Gardens is less than 2.9 km away. It takes 10 minutes on foot to get to Ballina city centre.

River Street Motel is a short ride from Ballina Head Lookout.

For your comfort, you will find here a microwave, an electric kettle, and a refrigerator.

Address: 285-287 River Street

Australian Hotel

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Australian Hotel, set next to Woolworths Ballina, is 10 km from Ballina Byron Gateway airport. Guests will have access to parking on site for added convenience.

Ballina Botanical Gardens is 3 km from the venue and Ballina Racecourse is 2.3 km away. The accommodation is 1 km away from the centre of Ballina.

Australian Hotel is a short ride from Missingham Park.

The units also have coffee and tea making machines, and a fridge.

Address: 103 River Street

Almare Tourist Motel

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Situated 4.1 km from Richmond River Light Lighthouse, the comfortable Almare Tourist Motel Ballina offers barbecue and a garden. Saunders Oval can be found 400 metres from the motel.

The centre of Ballina can be reached within a 15-minute walk.

You can get to Pop Denison Park in a few minutes by car.

In the bathrooms, guests have an access to a separate toilet and a shower.

Address: 339 River Street

Ballina Fun'N'Sun Motel

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The 3-star Ballina Fun'N'Sun Motel is set 20 minutes on foot from Saunders Oval. Guests will have access to parking on site for added convenience.

The property is situated 3 km from Ballina city centre and 10 km from Ballina Byron Gateway airport. Missingham Park can be found 10 minutes by car from the motel.

Ballina Fun'N'Sun Motel is a short ride from The Big Prawn.

The rooms include a coffee maker, a fridge, and kitchenware along with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet in the bathroom.

Address: 471 River Street ( Formally Lot 3 Pacific Hwy)

Ballina Palms Boutique Motel

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Located within 10 minutes' drive of Lighthouse Beach, the 4-star Ballina Palms Boutique Motel features a shared lounge, a satellite flat-screen, and a garden. The venue is situated 1 km from Ballina city centre and 10 km from Ballina Byron Gateway airport.

Ballina Central Shopping Centre is less than 1.1 km away.

You can get to Fawcett Park in a few minutes by car.

In addition, the rooms offer a microwave, an electric kettle, and a refrigerator for self-catering as well as a separate toilet and a shower in the bathroom.

Address: Cnr Bentinck & Owen Streets, Ballina

Ballina Hi-Craft Motel

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Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, Ballina Hi-Craft Motel offers accommodation within 4.2 km from Ballina Head Lookout. Located 10 minutes' walk from the centre of Ballina, the venue is close to Saunders Oval.

The hotel is approximately a 10-minute drive from North Wall Ballina.

You can get to Richmond River Light Lighthouse in a few minutes by car.

The rooms have a separate toilet and a shower as well as coffee and tea makers, a refrigerator, and kitchenware.

Address: 295 River Street

Richmond Motor Inn

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The 3-star Richmond Motor Inn Ballina offers 12 rooms just 250 metres from Fawcett Park. The inn features Wi-Fi in public areas.

The venue is set within 5 minutes' walk of the centre of Ballina, not far from Ballina RSL. Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum is not far from the accommodation and Captain Cook Park is about 300 metres away.

Richmond Motor Inn is a short ride from Ballina Head Lookout.

The guestrooms look out on the pool.

Address: 227 River Street

Coast Inn Motel

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Coast Inn Motel Ballina is a 3-star venue placed 25 minutes' walk from Missingham Park. Guests will have access to covered parking on site for added convenience.

The property is located just off Saunders Oval, in the heart of Ballina. The inn is 3.7 km from North Wall Ballina.

Coast Inn Motel is a short ride from Richmond River Light.

These rooms also come with private bathrooms.

Address: 311 River Street