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A covered outdoor seating area with a white table and wicker chairs, a brick wall, and large vases.

A hallway with a large arched doorway leading to a room with a large window. The floor is wooden, and there is a rug in the hallway.

A room with a fireplace, a mirror, a television, and a window with curtains.

A neatly made bed with a white comforter and a dark patterned throw. There are two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

1. Ballina Manor Boutique Hotel

Ballina Central, 2.2 km from Ballina Racecourse

Fuhai

SAR 559

SAR 619 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A beach with a rocky breakwater, clear skies, and a sandy shore.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a blue accent wall, a wooden wardrobe, a small side table, and a framed picture above the bed.

A swimming pool with blue chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a white building.

A person riding a bicycle with a basket on a paved area with palm trees and a picnic table.

2. The Cubana Ballina

Ballina Central, 2.1 km from Ballina Racecourse

Peter

SAR 378

SAR 418 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A neatly made bed with a patterned headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a wooden floor.

A wooden bench with colorful cushions, a white lantern, and tropical plants.

A pool area with a lounge chair, a blue chair, and a covered seating area.

A room with a brick wall, a window with white blinds, and a wooden railing.

3. Ballina Palms Boutique Motel

Ballina Central, 2 km from Ballina Racecourse

Chester

SAR 409

SAR 452 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a bathroom visible through an open door, and a towel on the bed.

A modern living room with a television, sofa, and a plant.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV, a dining area with a bar, and a kitchen with a stove.

4. Grandview Apartments Ballina

East Ballina, 3.1 km from Ballina Racecourse

Belinda

SAR 994

SAR 994 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A multi-story hotel with balconies and outdoor seating, located near a body of water.

A hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a view of the sea.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a dining area, and a kitchenette.

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, multiple balconies, and palm trees.

5. Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron

Ballina Central, 2.4 km from Ballina Racecourse

Lence

SAR 558

SAR 614 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and potted plants.

A motel with a large sign, a covered picnic area, and lush greenery.

A two-story building with a balcony and a staircase leading to the upper floor.

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wall-mounted painting, and a brick wall.

6. Avlon Gardens Motel - Ballina

Ballina Central, 1.1 km from Ballina Racecourse

james

SAR 397

SAR 440 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A balcony with a wooden deck, a table with chairs, and a view of the sea.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with blinds, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A modern building with a wooden staircase leading to a covered entrance.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets and a large island.

7. Reflections Shaws Bay - Holiday Park

East Ballina, 2.4 km from Ballina Racecourse

Andrew

SAR 515

SAR 515 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A beach with clear skies, calm waves, and a sandy shore.

A hotel reception area with a glass door, a sign indicating the establishment is open, and a reception desk with a computer and a framed picture on the wall.

A well-maintained lawn with palm trees and a Colonial Motel sign.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a small table with a plant, a microwave, a refrigerator, a TV, and a window with curtains.

8. Ballina Colonial Motel

Ballina Central, 1.1 km from Ballina Racecourse

Michelle

SAR 378

SAR 418 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a painting of a sunset over water, and an air conditioning unit.

A compact kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker, a small table with chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A vending machine stocked with beverages and snacks, including cans, bottles, and boxed items.

A rectangular pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a low fence and potted plants.

9. Econo Lodge Chaparral Motel Ballina

West Ballina, 3 km from Ballina Racecourse

anne

SAR 374

SAR 412 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a sign indicating a special menu, and a view of the ocean.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a view to the outside.

A multi-story building with balconies, a dock, and a reflection in the water.

An aerial view of a water park with a swimming pool, water slides, and a lifeguard tower.

10. Riverside Apartments & Hotel Ballina

Ballina Central, 2.2 km from Ballina Racecourse

Fay

SAR 531

SAR 584 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A pool area with multiple water features and a building in the background.

A row of blue mobile homes with balconies, each featuring a small outdoor seating area.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a balcony with outdoor furniture.

A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of palm trees, an air conditioning unit, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

11. Discovery Parks - Ballina

East Ballina, 3 km from Ballina Racecourse

Marc

SAR 369

SAR 369 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a table, a microwave, a hanging light fixture, and a wardrobe.

A neatly made bed with a gray blanket, two bedside tables with lamps, and a wall-mounted picture of a lighthouse.

A compact hotel room with a wardrobe, a small kitchenette, a desk with a lamp, and a brick-patterned wall.

A motel with a sign indicating amenities like fax pool aircon, undercover parking, and free wifi.

12. River Street Motel

Ballina Central, 2 km from Ballina Racecourse

Craig

SAR 404

SAR 444 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a modern design.

A modern building with a covered patio area, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.

A modern cafe with wooden chairs and tables, a bar area, and large windows offering views of the street.

A covered walkway leading to a pool area with tropical plants and a Buddha statue.

13. Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre

West Ballina, 2.8 km from Ballina Racecourse

Michelle

SAR 323

SAR 358 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with lounge chairs and a gazebo.

A modern living room with a glass coffee table, white sofa, and a dining area with a glass table and chairs.

A wooden spa area with a hot tub, wooden walls, and a window overlooking palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a sitting area, a large bathtub, and a wardrobe.

14. Ballina Beach Resort

East Ballina, 3.2 km from Ballina Racecourse

Christine

SAR 528

SAR 583 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A wooden deck with a bridge, surrounded by lush greenery and a white umbrella structure.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a Comfort Inn sign.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in dishwasher, a white refrigerator, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a dining area with two white chairs.

A hotel with a parking lot, a white conical structure, and palm trees.

15. Comfort Inn All Seasons

Ballina Central, 2 km from Ballina Racecourse

Christopher

SAR 336

SAR 370 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A room with a brick wall, a grey sofa, and a small white table.

A bed with white bedding, a wall-mounted picture of a beach scene, a bedside table, and a wall socket.

A hotel entrance with a closed shutter, a neon 'OPEN' sign, and a 'PLEASE SLIDE' sign.

A modern living room with a white ceiling fan, grey sofas, a white coffee table, and a TV on a white stand.

16. Coast Inn Motel

Ballina Central, 2.1 km from Ballina Racecourse

Claire

SAR 380

SAR 418 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A compact room with a bed, a small table, and a chair. There is a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with a view of a house and greenery.

A single-story mobile home with a fenced front yard and small plants.

A compact room with a bunk bed, a sofa, a kitchenette, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

A mobile home with a covered porch, a fenced yard, and palm trees.

17. Reflections Ballina - Holiday Park

Ballina Central, 2.5 km from Ballina Racecourse

Rosanne

SAR 487

SAR 487 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio, a bed, a desk with a chair, and a dog lying on the patio.

A modern two-story building with a flat roof and a white facade, surrounded by palm trees and yellow flowers.

A reception area with a staircase, a potted plant, and a table with chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a view through a window.

18. Ballina Homestead Motel

Ballina Central, 1.3 km from Ballina Racecourse

Dell

SAR 442

SAR 489 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel named "Almarie Tourist Motel" with a sign indicating amenities like free Wi-Fi, AM-con, queen beds, and on-site parking.

A dining table set with white dishes and glasses, a glass pitcher, and a spoon.

A reception desk with a wooden counter, a glass fishbowl, a framed picture, a clock, and a statue.

19. Almare Tourist Motel

Ballina Central, 2.1 km from Ballina Racecourse

Michael

SAR 295

SAR 327 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A view from a room with a large window, a stone floor, and a view of a green landscape.

A modern room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, a fireplace, and a brick wall.

A spacious living area with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a scenic view.

A modern building with a covered patio area, a stone fireplace, and a grassy lawn.

20. The Brooklet

14 km from Ballina Racecourse

Michael

SAR 1,619

SAR 1,619 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Ballina Racecourse

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ballina Manor Boutique Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 257 reviews	View
The Cubana Ballina	9.4 Exceptional 449 reviews	View
Ballina Palms Boutique Motel	9.4 Exceptional 908 reviews	View
Grandview Apartments Ballina	9.4 Exceptional 140 reviews	View
Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View

Top Ballina Racecourse Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn All Seasons

10/10 Excellent

"Pool was great to swim in after journey on the road. Not heated but not cold."

Richmond Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Nicely appointed room and comfortable bed. Staff helpful and moved our friends next door to help with getting luggage from one car. Well located property straight across from Ex Services Club. Not far from shops in main drag."

Coast Inn Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great convenient location and a great family room for a family with kids. Check in was easy after-hours and everything clean and organised."

Almare Tourist Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Older property that has been revamped. Lovely and clean. Comfy beds."

The Cubana Ballina

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome place to stay."

Ballina Manor Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely stunning rooms, comfy beds and breakfast was amazing. Will 100% be back."

Riverside Apartments & Hotel Ballina

8/10 Good

"If you stay on the side away from the river, you will be waken up by dump trucks at 6 am. They need a plumber and a toilet cleaner. Otherwise a top spot."

Ballina Homestead Motel

8/10 Good

"For us, traveling on a long electric vehicle road trip, the availability of onsite, undercover charging was a big advantage. Very comfortable bed. Comfortable settee was good to enjoy for our two night stay. Good dining options nearby — for example, a sunset dinner at the Wharf Bay and Restaurant, a pleasant stroll away beside the Richmond River."

Ballina Colonial Motel

8/10 Good

"Newly renovated, beautifully done, excellent appliances, puts others @ the same price to shame."

Other attractions near Ballina Racecourse

Ballina Jockey Club

6.8/10 (26 reviews)

Catch an event at Ballina Jockey Club during your trip to Ballina. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area.

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Ballina Fair Shopping Centre

8.4/10 (373 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Ballina Fair Shopping Centre during your visit to Ballina. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area.

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Saunders Oval

5.4/10 (8 reviews)

Catch an event at Saunders Oval during your trip to Ballina. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area.

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Ballina Golf Club

8.2/10 (44 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Ballina at Ballina Golf Club. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area.

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Missingham Park

Missingham Park is just one of the places to see in Ballina, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum

8.8/10 (15 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum during your travels in Ballina. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area.

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Ballina Visitor Information Centre

8.8/10 (29 reviews)

After visiting Ballina Visitor Information Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ballina. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area.

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Big Prawn

6.0/10 (2 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Ballina when you spend time at Big Prawn. Wander the riverfront and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Ballina Racecourse?

Ballina Racecourse is located in a welcoming area of Ballina known for its beautiful beaches and surfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 7 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Ballina Racecourse?

Located a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Ballina Racecourse, Ballina Homestead Motel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. Another good choice is Avlon Gardens Motel - Ballina, located just 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Ballina Racecourse?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Ballina Racecourse.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Ballina Racecourse, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best options available near Ballina Racecourse.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Ballina Racecourse?

For additional details about updating your stay near Ballina Racecourse or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Ballina Racecourse?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Richmond River Nature Reserve and Ballina Nature Reserve. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Shelly Beach, Lennox Head Beach, and Lighthouse Beach. You can enjoy nature at Angels Beach, Sharpe's Beach, or Boulder Beach.

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Our top choices for Ballina Racecourse hotels

1. Ballina Manor Boutique Hotel

2. The Cubana Ballina

3. Ballina Palms Boutique Motel

4. Grandview Apartments Ballina

5. Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron

6. Avlon Gardens Motel - Ballina

7. Reflections Shaws Bay - Holiday Park

8. Ballina Colonial Motel

9. Econo Lodge Chaparral Motel Ballina

10. Riverside Apartments & Hotel Ballina

11. Discovery Parks - Ballina

12. River Street Motel

13. Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre

14. Ballina Beach Resort

15. Comfort Inn All Seasons

16. Coast Inn Motel

17. Reflections Ballina - Holiday Park

18. Ballina Homestead Motel

19. Almare Tourist Motel

20. The Brooklet

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Top Ballina Racecourse Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn All Seasons

Richmond Motor Inn

Coast Inn Motel

Almare Tourist Motel

The Cubana Ballina

Ballina Manor Boutique Hotel

Riverside Apartments & Hotel Ballina

Ballina Homestead Motel

Ballina Colonial Motel

Other attractions near Ballina Racecourse

Ballina Jockey Club

Ballina Fair Shopping Centre

Saunders Oval

Ballina Golf Club

Missingham Park

Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum

Ballina Visitor Information Centre

Big Prawn

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