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Coast Inn Motel

3.0 star property
Motel in Ballina with free parking

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Basic Apartment | Living area
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Basic Apartment | Living area
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$171
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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311 River Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478
  • Place, Saunders Oval
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballina Fair Shopping Centre
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballina District Hospital
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin/Family Room

Twin/Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Large Family Room

Large Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - unspecified
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Apartment | Living area

Basic Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
3 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

About the area

Ballina

Coast Inn Motel puts you in the heart of Ballina, within a 20-minute stroll of Ballina Fair Shopping Centre and Saunders Oval. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas, limo/town car service and express check-out. Additionally, you'll find free newspapers in the lobby and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Ballina Central motel include Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum and Ballina Visitor Information Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Saunders Oval - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ballina Visitor Information Centre - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Ballina District Hospital - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Lismore Station - 31 min drive
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Swish - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dory's Takeaway - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Henry Rous - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Wharf Bar & Restaurant Ballina - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cafe 29 Riverside - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Coast Inn Motel

Motel in Ballina with free parking
Coast Inn Motel offers its guests complimentary newspapers in the lobby, limo service, and room service (during limited hours). Public spaces have free WiFi. Coast Inn Motel also features express check-out and camper van/bus/lorry parking. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Ballina motel.

  • 1 building
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Car service
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Coast Inn Motel offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Ballina motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
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 until 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 15 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 15.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 15 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within the same region as the property will not be allowed to check in
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within the same region as the property will not be allowed to check in. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Coast Inn Motel Ballina
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Coast Inn Motel?

Coast Inn Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Coast Inn Motel?

As of 29 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Coast Inn Motel on 27 Jan 2026 start from NZ$170.74, 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 parking available at Coast Inn Motel?

Yep, Coast Inn Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Coast Inn Motel?

The closest beach to Coast Inn Motel is Lighthouse Beach (3.8 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Coast Inn Motel?

No, Coast Inn Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Coast Inn Motel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Coast Inn Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Coast Inn Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 283 out of 651 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 293 out of 651 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 651 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 651 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 651 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and clean and handy to facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable sleep. Very clean and enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

fredy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
yes
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Property was excellent with cleanliness and comfort being first class. The parking was safe and the accomodation was a flat safe walk to shops
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jewel Marie Resto

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle, Copacabana

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were amazing. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perfect hotel for a quick overnight
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Glenn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had my family stay for a funeral.. requested early check in and the staff/management were amazingly understanding and helpful, can't thank them enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room easy to access and communication was easy loved the position to shops and area had a great time
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rhodri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, roomy accommodation. Easy check in, nice to have sofa in the room too.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very reasonable tariff, seamless booking, excellent communications and ideal position. WIFI a bit sketchy,
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room staff were so helpful and could easily communicate with bookings
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stewart

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly, Tumorrama

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice tidy room. Easy walk to RSL. Parking was great for our trailer. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good base

Easy to park and good location, helpful having the lock box for checking in as we had a late flight. The bed was very wobbly and would have been nice to have fresh towels/toilet roll etc during our 4 days there but only had the main bin empty once.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

LES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely motel. My fault should have asked for room on the ground floor. Stairs with lot of bags is a challenge
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Falco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to town, quiet & onsite parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very neat & tidy liked the modern touches to the room. Plenty of power points highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It had everything needed for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Justice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Very homey
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Easy to access room. Old style motel but room was sparkling clean. With everything at hand for stay. In Main Street. Close to everything especially the fish market fora seafood feast Well serviced
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to book, convenience
Stayed 1 night in May 2025