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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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The Cubana Ballina, near Ballina Fair Shopping Centre, offers a welcoming retreat. Guests can rent bikes, lounge in the garden, or sip drinks by the pool while using in-room WiFi. Attentive staff ensure travelers make the most of their stay.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is 2.526.522 ₫
2.779.174 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

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
(14 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 | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

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

Queen Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 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 | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 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 | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

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
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About the area

Map
329 River St, Ballina, NSW, 2478

What's nearby

  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ballina Golf Club - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Shelly Beach - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Lighthouse Beach - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Lennox Head Beach - 13 min drive - 13.7 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 - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬20 min walk

About this property

The Cubana Ballina

Hotel near Ballina Fair Shopping Centre
Located close to Ballina Racecourse and Ballina Golf Club, The Cubana Ballina provides a poolside bar, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Active travellers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. In addition to an outdoor entertainment area, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, express check-out and express check-in
  • A front desk safe, a TV in reception and barbecues
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and Select Comfort beds
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and free toiletries
  • Private gardens, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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includes taxes & fees
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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

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: AUD 100 per stay

We have included 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
Property Registration Number 44219547

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Cubana Ballina have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM.

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

As of 7 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cubana Ballina on 13 Nov 2025 start from 2.526.522 ₫, excluding 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 The Cubana Ballina pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Cubana Ballina?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Cubana Ballina?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cubana Ballina?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Cubana Ballina located?

Located in Ballina Central, this hotel is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Ballina Fair Shopping Centre and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Ballina Racecourse. Shelly Beach and Ballina Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Cubana Ballina Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 242 out of 358 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 358 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 358 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 358 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 358 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Narelle

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly room clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time visit and the high standards have been maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fresh decor, clean room, friendly reception. Walls aren’t very sound proof though, can hear neighbours talking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Bevan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

SIMON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very consistent quality and cleanliness. It’s the third time I’ve stayed there as part of a stop on a trip north. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, clean and comfy rooms, will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

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

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really lovely little motel. Hot shower, comfy bed. Great spot to recharge for a long drive the next day
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay in Ballina
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great bed, best night sleep we have had so far, loved central location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Management were lovely & friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little room for the price, very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Toby

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

Good vibe, friendly staff

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent choice for a budget accommodation for day trips to Byron
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthias

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms and excellent money for value ratio!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff , clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As far as motels go, this place is FABULOUS! The designer-owner has thought of everything. The hairdryer, kettle, toaster, pillow, everything, was really high quality. She's a smart lady. I'm a fan. Thanks to Jack, Cindy and Sharn, it's a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a stopover. Amenities were all modern and worked well. Staff were very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For budget accommodation this property is great. Has a pool great rec area and on site coffee van. Highly recommend for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facilities, clean and modern, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Davina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the atmosphere and convenience as we booked whilst on the road. Easy to access and staff were lovely too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly welcome, the room was clean and modern, comfy beds.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, thoughtfully set up place. Staff were just lovely, so helpful. A great little coffee caravan for breakfast, right onsite near the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for one night, 2 adults 2 kids. Place was perfect for us. Newly refurbished, it was clean and safe. Happy to stay here again next time we're in town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024