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Richmond Motor Inn

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

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1 bedroom, minibar, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds
Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, River View | Balcony view
Executive Spa Room
Front of property - evening/night
Exterior detail

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July

Room options

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Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Sofa bed - single
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Spa Room

Executive Spa Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
Microwave
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, River View | Living room

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Single Beds

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
227 River street, Ballina, NSW, 2478

What's nearby

  • Ballina Visitor Information Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ballina District Hospital - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ballina Golf Club - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Shelly Beach - 6 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Ballina RSL Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ballina Gallery Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Henry Rous - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Malibu Burgers - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Richmond Motor Inn

Hotel located in Ballina Central
Richmond Motor Inn provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and smoke-free property
  • A 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guest rooms at Richmond Motor Inn offer thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and minibars.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and cots/infant beds

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 40.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 25.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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 per cent

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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

Does Richmond Motor Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Richmond Motor Inn?

As of 17 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Richmond Motor Inn on 20 July 2025 start from AU$173.67, 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.

Is Richmond Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Richmond Motor Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Richmond Motor Inn?

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

What time is check-out at Richmond Motor Inn?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Richmond Motor Inn located?

Located in Ballina Central, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Saunders Oval, Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum and Ballina Visitor Information Centre. Ballina District Hospital and Ballina Fair Shopping Centre are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Richmond Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 252 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 252 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 252 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 252 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 252 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

stay in general was good close to all amenities one minor problem the bed was way too soft
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

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

Close to town and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Was a great room, We will stay there again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10

Great staff, easy walk to many shops and convenient access to parking and a nice quiet accommodation
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10

Was a overnight stay to attend function, suited requirements perfectly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Amazing people, very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

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

10/10

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

10/10

Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10

great hotel in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Will definitely stay again if in the area. Great location to food and shopping , close to the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Facility is clean and spacious. Staff is pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

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

10/10

At a very convenient location on the main street of Ballina. Very easy to find and park. Very clean. Good stay for the whole family!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Lovely place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10

I had a lovely stay here and the staff were really friendly and helpful. We will be back again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

Pleasantly surprised - super clean, comfortable, easy and safe at a good price.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Clean tidy, as described as advertised. Would recommend for a stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Clean place, nice rooms. It was an extremely pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

A very nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10

Very convenient location. A bit of update required ie curtains have holes. Overall staff lovely and very convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10

Staff excellent on check in Changed booking without any issues Staff very informative when I asked some questions about food available close to the motel I would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

The family room is stunning- spacious and clean and modern. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

Clean good position
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024