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Almare Tourist Motel

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Ballina Racecourse

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BBQ/picnic area
Reception
Front of property
Deluxe Queen Room
Standard Family Room

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar

Explore the area

Map
339 River Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478
  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Big Prawn
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Queen Room

Standard Queen Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Family Room

Standard Family Room

Standard Family Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Single/Couple Budget Room

Single/Couple Budget Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Queen Room

Deluxe Queen Room

Deluxe Queen Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Ballina

At Almare Tourist Motel, you'll be 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Ballina Racecourse and 5.6 km (3.5 mi) from Shelly Beach. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 9 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Ballina motel include Ballina Golf Club and Pat Morton Lookout.
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What's nearby

  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - 2 min drive
  • Ballina Racecourse - 5 min drive
  • Shelly Beach - 7 min drive
  • Ballina Golf Club - 7 min drive
  • Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Lismore Station - 31 min drive
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ballina RSL Club - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell Ballina - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Thai on High - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Donut King - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Almare Tourist Motel

Motel with free parking, near Ballina Racecourse
Almare Tourist Motel offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Ballina motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Almare Tourist Motel offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Ballina motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7 AM to 9 AM for a fee: AUD 12 to 16.50 per person

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: AUD 15.00 per pet, per day
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 15.0 per stay.

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 12.00 to 16.50 per person
  • Pet fee: AUD 15.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.2 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Almare Tourist Motel?

Almare Tourist Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Almare Tourist Motel?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Almare Tourist Motel on 23 Mar 2025 start from AU$123.95, 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 parking available at Almare Tourist Motel?

Yep, Almare Tourist Motel has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Are there any beaches close to Almare Tourist Motel?

The closest beach to Almare Tourist Motel is Shelly Beach (4.6 km).

Does Almare Tourist Motel serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily from 7 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Almare Tourist Motel?

No, Almare Tourist Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Almare Tourist Motel?

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

Almare Tourist Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 217 out of 536 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 536 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 536 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 536 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 536 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Yozo

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kanti

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and had parking space at the front of the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very well maintained property that is comfortable and spotlessly clean. Very conveniently located with road access in all directions to and from the property. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
The property offered good value.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Aaron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My accommodation had everything that I needed, which made my stay enjoyable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with our stay here. It was clean and comfortable. Very well maintained and much more than we were expecting for a budget stay. Will stay again next time we are in Ballina!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Aaron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our accommodation was good, it had everything that we needed to make it a comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lexie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant room. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was incredibly kind. Staying at the Almare was like being a guest at someone’s home.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Tamika

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was just fine
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good for an overnight on travels. Very clean and tidy. Bathroom a little cramped and on highway. Gets busy and difficult getting out in to traffic
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Leigh

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean with a comfortable bed, it was the standard queen room so no frills but overall really good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great and super friendly. Room was only needed for a quick stop overnight to sleep and it suited our needs perfectly

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating for pet travelers
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Neat older style motel without the dreaded brick walls. Staff were pleasant and helpful. Good for an overnight stay. Apparently it is in the process of renovations
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly owners, comfy beds and great outdoor BBQ area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Craig

Business traveller
Average motel nothing out standing 3 star overall
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely apartment. Always enjoy our stay here. Apartments really well done, clean and comfortable. Staff extremely accommodating with parking for car and trailer. Will always stop here on our trips up north.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024