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The Cubana Ballina

3.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with a coffee shop and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, open 8:30 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers
Beach shuttle
Ecotours
Beach shuttle
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is AED 416
AED 458 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar

Room options

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

King Room

Highlights

Yard
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

Highlights

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

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

Queen Room

Highlights

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

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

Twin Room

Highlights

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

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

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

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Map
329 River St, Ballina, NSW, 2478

What's nearby

  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Ballina Racecourse - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Ballina Golf Club - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Shelly Beach - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Lennox Head Beach - 13 min drive - 13.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Ballina RSL Club - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell Ballina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Thai on High - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Donut King - ‬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 travelers 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 with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Wedding services, a TV in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean 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 yards, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

Languages

English, German

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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 transportation

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

Food and drink

  • 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 poolside bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool sun loungers

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Heating
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort bed

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

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

Outdoor space

  • Yard

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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
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–8:00 PM.

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

As of 17 March 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cubana Ballina on 26 March 2025 start from $124.59, 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 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?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Cubana Ballina located?

Situated near the airport, 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. 205 out of 303 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 303 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 303 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 303 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 303 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

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

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam

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

8/10 Good

Susie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great little place to stay, would totally recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great over night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

10/10 Excellent

Babu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great spot , easy access
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel had a very comfortable bed, excellent bathroom Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean & Comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

RAYMOND

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice place to stay,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, pool gate wasn't opened at 7:30am as stated so a bit disappointing we didn't get to use the pool services.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ajit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice layout and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern clean good facilities and good parking would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great little easy access motel. Great pool and grounds. Friendly reception. Easy for a night or two. Dated but comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clarence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and comfortable facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely 1950s motel feel to this property. Location is a little away from the main shops but walkable, and permanent coffee van for coffee and limited breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Cubana was perfect for what we needed for a weekend of sport trials in Ballina. Very clean, refreshed and comfortable rooms. Cleaned daily with lovely linen
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Room is newly renovated and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jaryd

Liked: Staff & service
Some rubbish left in room from previous guest. Overall typical of an old hotel with a bit of effort to modernise it
Stayed 1 night 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

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really cute boutique hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 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

8/10 Good

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms done up brilliantly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024