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Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina

4.5 star property
Riverside hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and indoor pool

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Point of interest
Dinner served, Thai cuisine, al fresco dining
Children’s activities
Front of property

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is NZ$304
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan

Explore the area

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35 Fawcett Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478
  • Place, Ballina Visitor Information Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballina District Hospital
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballina Fair Shopping Centre
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, River View

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 160 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, River View

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, River View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 120 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
  • 60 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, River View

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, River View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment | Living area

Deluxe Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
  • 2 bedrooms
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Ballina

A luxury stay in Ballina awaits you at Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina. You'll be 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Ballina Fair Shopping Centre and 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Lighthouse Beach. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and in-room kitchens. .The restaurant, Red Wok Thai, serves Thai cuisine and is open for dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a 24-hour gym. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 4.5-property class Ballina Central hotel, you'll be 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Ballina Golf Club and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Shelly Beach.

What's nearby

  • Ballina Visitor Information Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Saunders Oval - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ballina District Hospital - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Lismore Station - 32 min drive
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Swish - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dory's Takeaway - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Henry Rous - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Wharf Bar & Restaurant Ballina - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe 29 Riverside - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina

Riverside hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and indoor pool
Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 0 square feet (0 square metres) and includes conference space. A library, a terrace, and a lift are also featured at the luxury Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Ballina hotel is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 0 sq ft of conference space
  • 0 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Accommodation at this 4.5-star hotel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Ballina hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with premium digital channels. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Red Wok Thai

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (90 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Room service
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM) and Saturday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 2:00 PM)
The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-in ends Monday-Friday, 5 PM; Saturdays, 4 PM; Sundays and public holidays, 2 PM. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 35 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night.

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 35 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Ballina Riverside Apartments
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina?

Yep, Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina?

As of 3 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina on 11 Jan 2026 start from NZ$303.69, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina?

The closest beach to Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina is Shelly Beach (3.6 km).

Does Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina have a pool?

Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina has an indoor pool.

What makes Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina?

No, Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Thai cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina?

No, pets are not allowed.

Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 335 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 335 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 335 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 335 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 335 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at reception excellent. Very professional, ed and helpful. Large apartment, very clean. Walking distance to everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Didrik

Travelled with family
Our 2 bedroom apartment on 1st floor was clean, well maintained and had a nice big spa bath. Nespresso coffee machine with plenty of capsules provided. Some noise at night, as this is in the centre of Ballina.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overlooking river. Large apartment.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great locaton, great dinong options. Shower needs fixing and shutters need blockout blinds as well, as there is a street light just outside the wondow
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our time at Riverside Apparrments. While maybe not 5 star at first glance we quickly felt at home and were reluctant to leave. Will certainly be looking at booking in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for my stay. I could also self cater and the supermarket was in the doorstep. Fresh towels daily. Friendly staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Property was excellent however the pool needed possibly to be a bit warmer for a heated pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Bryan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Garbage trucks and other commercial vehicles at 5 AM waking me up
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott, Cape Coral

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome staff very knowledgeable about area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Business traveller
Feels like someone’s little apartment. Blinds were so dusty. Room was fine. Location is great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Harrison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tahni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff. A very spacious apartment with views. Excellent dining options within easy walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the Sunset, Great service by the Manager he was a great help.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Shagun

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olcay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic position next to the river

Fantastic position next to the river . No gym on site but they give a pass to a fantastic full gym 100 mtrs away. Excellent reception staff . Older building but well maintained. Clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jia Li

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Piki

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024