The Cubana Ballina

Hotels
8.9 (1236 reviews)
329 River Street , Ballina , au

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and well-maintained
Friendly staff
Cons:
Noise from traffic
Small room size for some

Categories

Cleanliness
9.05
Many reviews highlighted the high cleanliness of the rooms and facilities.
Service
9.25
Consistently mentioned friendly and helpful staff.
Location
8.95
Location was described as convenient, near dining areas.
Room Quality
8.85
Rooms were generally considered modern, vibrant, and comfortable.
Amenities
8.65
Amenities like the communal kitchen and pool received positive notes.
Value for Money
8.75
Reviews had mixed feelings about pricing against room quality.
Food and Beverage
8.55
No specific mentions about food but general utility of kitchen was noted.
Overall Experience
9.15
Overall satisfaction reflected in multiple reviews indicating return visits.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 09:30

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Family-Friendly Amenities

The Cubana Ballina offers a relaxing stay with an outdoor swimming pool, free parking, and picturesque garden views. Families can enjoy spacious rooms with modern amenities such as air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms. The communal indoor area features a fully equipped kitchen and a cozy lounge area for socializing.

Cubana Cafe for Delicious Breakfast Options

Start your day right with Cubana Cafe's delicious offerings, from coffee and juices to toasties and croissants. Open on-site, it's the perfect spot to fuel up before exploring Ballina's hiking trails, snorkeling spots, and cycling paths.

Unwind and Explore in Ballina

Conveniently located near the airport, The Cubana Ballina is the ideal choice for travelers seeking comfort and convenience. Book now to experience a memorable stay in Ballina!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    People 1 year old and over stay for AUD 30 per person per stay when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 1236 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.05
Service: 9.25
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 8.85
Amenities: 8.65
Value for Money: 8.75
Food and Beverage: 8.55
Overall Experience: 9.15
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Vanessa • couple • au
7
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Danielle • extended_group • au
10
Great overnight stay
Pros:

Great location and loved the fit out

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Jill • couple • au
8
Pros:

Colourful

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Amelia Day • solo_traveller • au
10
Cool Motel 😎
Pros:

Loved the extra thought put into the decorations and the information book in the room. Such a cool vibe!

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Jason • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Judy • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Clayton • couple • au
8
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Jaswinder • couple • au
5
Didn’t like room
Pros:

Property was good

Cons:

Room location . Not any view and very close suffocation

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Mel • couple • au
8
Good clean room just a bit small but for the price was very good
Pros:

Clean good shower

Cons:

A little small

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Roy • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Aneta • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Karyn Maree • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

Rooms were recently renovated. Nice lay out. Central location.

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

Friendly staff and clean well kept room.

2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Juanita • couple • au
7
Pros:

Easy to find & park

Cons:

Noise of road & other neighbours

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Phil • couple • au
8
Pros:

Friendly reception, well presented room.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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N • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • au
9
Great place to break your journey.
Pros:

Spotlessly clean and presented room. Great price and would definitely stay again if in town.

Cons:

Further away from town than where I usually like to stay, but still walking distance to eateries etc.

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Helen • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • au
9
Very good
Pros:

Very Clean and spacious

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee