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The Cubana Ballina

3.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with coffee shop/cafe and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, open 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers
Beach shuttle
Family Room
Exterior
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb

Explore the area

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329 River St, Ballina, NSW, 2478
  • Place, Saunders Oval
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballina Fair Shopping Centre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Ballina District Hospital
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Pool View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Pool View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Queen Room

Queen Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Room

King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Ballina

At The Cubana Ballina you'll be 1.7 km (1 mi) from Ballina Fair Shopping Centre and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Ballina Racecourse. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include an outdoor swimming pool, free self-parking and a poolside bar. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of a beach shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Ballina Central hotel include Ballina Golf Club and Shelly Beach.

What's nearby

  • Saunders Oval - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ballina District Hospital - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Ballina Visitor Information Centre - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Swish - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Dory's Takeaway - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Henry Rous - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wharf Bar & Restaurant Ballina - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cafe 29 Riverside - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The Cubana Ballina

Art Deco hotel with coffee shop/cafe and outdoor pool
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the pool bar. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly The Cubana Ballina. The hotel can provide wedding services and tour/ticket assistance. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Art Deco Ballina hotel.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1980
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
The Cubana Ballina offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower with a hydromassage showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 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

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

More

  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1980
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: AUD 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 44219547

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

The Cubana Ballina Hotel
The Cubana Ballina Ballina
The Cubana Ballina Hotel Ballina

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Cubana Ballina?

Yep, The Cubana Ballina has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cubana Ballina?

As of 5 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cubana Ballina on 1 Feb 2026 start from NZ$198.15, 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 The Cubana Ballina?

The closest beach to The Cubana Ballina is Shelly Beach (4.5 km).

Does The Cubana Ballina have a pool?

The Cubana Ballina has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Cubana Ballina?

No, The Cubana Ballina does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Cubana Ballina?

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

Are pets allowed at The Cubana Ballina?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Cubana Ballina Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 262 out of 387 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 387 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 387 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 387 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 387 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Celeste

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were spotless and well contained. Was quiet and staff we’re friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

joy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
All great fantastic service
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, and fast work fixing bedside lamp. Helpful staff with good local recommendations
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, Large room , great shower pressure, comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cubana is one of the better value for money stays in Ballina. It is clean and offers the extra facilities required. I will be back
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and modern plus friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bevan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property has been very well refurbished in "new retro". All fittings and fixtures in the room are excellent and work well. Its clean and I was very happy with my overnight stay. A few drinks around the retro furnished pool would have been nice, but no time for that.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and tidy and the staff couldn’t do enough for us. We enjoyed ourselves and would stay again, thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This motel doesn’t match the website description. I was expecting a lively, fun, retro experience but there was no coffee van and the place was dead. I tried to book online but it wasn’t working. I rang the number and got an OS call centre. He told me it was booked out. I looked again and was able to book a family room despite being only two people. The bathroom was tiny and the shower leaked onto the floor. Would definitely be challenging with kids. It was a reasonable motel overall but absolutely did not live up to expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was spotless great staff overall very pleasant stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Great parking very clean and good facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All ok
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, nice retro vibe, very clean and great pool area. Grassed area with Barbecue and landscaping really nice and tropical.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jannesa Elizabeth

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lalith

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room. Tap water is not good. Swimming pool need to be clean. Good value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
STUNNING! This is a sanctuary and a time warp done BEAUTIFULLY! Staff awesome, rooms awesome, pool smaller and more dated than the photo shows but PERFECTLY retro dated. It’s on the edge of town about a 5min drive so it means you get AWAY from people to relax, but easy to get straight back in there. Beds and pillows were SUPERB and the shared lounge and kitchen was AMAZING! I could live here! Daily routine: Wake up and dip in the pool. Shower and head to The Wharf Restaurant for breakfast (5mins away) then into the day! LOVED it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

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

10/10 Excellent

manuela

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at The Cubana. The rooms were extremely clean and well maintained and the shower was AMAZING! The staff were so helpful and courteous. Nothing was a bother and they sorted out an issue we had immediately (thank you Jinesh!!) We enjoyed walking into town too, so we could enjoy a drink without having to worry. I would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and easy to find. Great location; within walking distance to various dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramona

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

Solo get away

Request accomodated. Very clean, spacious and has the basic amenities for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Ross

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The motel was spotless and the bed and pillows were very comfy. Loved it was a bit quirky and had a great 60's vibe with the Barbie photos
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
15/10 I can’t recommend this place it highly enough ! Clean , funky , bright , happy space . Loved everything about it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025