The Cubana Ballina
329 River Street
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Why people book this hotel
“Rooms were recently renovated”
“A good size room with a very comfortable bed”
“Friendly staff and clean well kept room”
“Spotlessly clean and presented room”
“Friendly reception, well presented room”
“Very friendly and helpful staff”
“Central location”
“Reception upgraded us to a queen room from a double which was really nice one ar…”
“Great price and would definitely stay again if in town”
“Very good price”
“The room was really clean, the undercover parking was appreciated and being able…”
“We didn't have a car but there's plenty of parking spaces”
Overview
Situated in Ballina, The Cubana Ballina features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with pool views. The rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a fridge, a toaster, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. At the hotel rooms are fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. The property now has a communal indoor area, consisting of fully equipped kitchen (dishwasher, electric oven/stove top, microwave, crockery/cutlery/utensils/pots/pans, refrigerator/freezer. There are indoor tables & chairs provided and a communal lounge area with sofas & large TV. Cubana Cafe coffee van is open on-site Mon-Fri 6.30am - 10.30am. Serving coffee, hot chocolates, cold juices, smoothies & toasties, muffins, croissants, perfect for your breakfast/brunch needs. Guests at The Cubana Ballina will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ballina, like hiking, snorkelling and cycling. The nearest airport is Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, 5 km from The Cubana Ballina.
Traveller reviews
Robert
solo_traveller
June 16, 2026
Friendly staff and clean well kept room.
Karyn Maree
solo_traveller
June 16, 2026
Rooms were recently renovated. Nice lay out. Central location.
Juanita
couple
June 14, 2026
Easy to find & park
Phil
couple
June 13, 2026
Friendly reception, well presented room.
Peter
solo_traveller
June 7, 2026
“Great place to break your journey.”
Spotlessly clean and presented room. Great price and would definitely stay again if in town.
Shenfield
couple
June 1, 2026
“A very comfortable stay, with excellent staff and very clean facilities.”
Very friendly and helpful staff. A good size room with a very comfortable bed.
Michael
solo_traveller
May 30, 2026
“The manager was great, reserved another night just in case the rain continued and I wasn’t able to ride safely the next”
The room was really clean, the undercover parking was appreciated and being able to do a bit of washing was a bonus.
tess
couple
May 25, 2026
“Great staff, clean and comfortable, good value.”
Reception upgraded us to a queen room from a double which was really nice one arrival, very clean, quiet and good location.
John
solo_traveller
May 25, 2026
“Good location near RSL”
Well appointed apartment in motel two blocks away from central Ballina area. Very good price. We didn't have a car but there's plenty of parking spaces. The walk to the centre takes maybe 10 minutes. Friendly staff.
Mackenzie
couple
May 23, 2026
“Amazing staff and stay”
The manager on site was so lovely! she really went above and beyond, exceeded my expectations of just booking an affordable room for the night, and the bed was so comfy!
Laura
family_with_children
May 22, 2026
“Clean, comfortable budget stay with pool”
Clean updated property with the basics provided. Nice clean pool area. It’s on the main strip can walk to river pub and cafes but not the prettiest area of Ballina
Janet
solo_traveller
May 20, 2026
I have stayed at the cubana 5 times now the Managers are amazing and I was very happy there. I will definitely be coming back again I highly recommend it.
Linda
solo_traveller
May 18, 2026
Gorgeous room, well equipped
Crawford
solo_traveller
May 17, 2026
Room was very clean and good size, bed was very comfortable, staff were extremely polite and helpful.
Melissa
couple
May 16, 2026
Gorgeously renovated retro style motel . Super friendly staff , great rooms comfy bed . Parking at the door . All we could need
Martin
solo_traveller
May 11, 2026
It was peaceful
Guillaume
solo_traveller
May 7, 2026
Great spot. Nice rooms and nice staff
Maria
couple
April 29, 2026
“We would stay here again.”
The location was convenient as a stopover during our travels. The room was comfortable and well resourced with crockery and cutlery. The instant coffee provided was good quality. The room was really clean. The late check-in was easy.
Julie
couple
April 28, 2026
“Great overnighter”
The rooms are well Set up with what you need. Everything is fresh and inviting.
Kerri
couple
April 22, 2026
“Excellent”
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km), Fishing, Windsurfing, Canoeing, Hiking, Cycling, Diving, Snorkelling, Bike tours, Beach
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Wine/champagne, Coffee house on site
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Bicycle parking, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Safety deposit box, Heating, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Internet services, Free WiFi, WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Garden, BBQ facilities, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Accessible parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Swimming pool, Fence around pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas, Pool/beach towels, Shallow end
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, First aid kit available
Self check-in
Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Daily housekeeping, Private check-in/check-out, Luggage storage, Express check-in/check-out, Fax/photocopying, Tour desk
King Cabana
King bed, desk /chairs, air conditioner, toaster/kettle, crockery/cutlery.
Queen Cabana (1 queen and 1 sofa bed - extra costs apply for the use of the sofa bed)
The pool with a view is the standout feature of this double room. Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as garden views. The unit has 2 beds.
Solo Cabana
This single room with double bed is suitable for the solo traveller , private entrance, toaster, kettle, private bathroom , TV, small fridge & has garden views
Twin Cabana
Room features 2 single beds, bathroom, toaster kettle, desk area, table/chairs, aircon.
Family Cabana
Features 1 king or Queen bed plus 2 singles. Desk area, mini bar fridge, toaster/kettle.
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