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

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

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

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.

1. Ballina Manor Boutique Hotel

1.2 km from Richmond River Nature Reserve

Fuhai

฿5,230

฿5,753 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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

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

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 hotel corridor with a row of rooms, a vehicle parked outside, and a person standing by the door.

2. The Cubana Ballina

2 km from Richmond River Nature Reserve

Ian

฿3,694

฿4,063 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

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

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

A round wooden table with four chairs, a vase with green plants, and a window with white blinds.

3. Ballina Palms Boutique Motel

1.7 km from Richmond River Nature Reserve

฿3,996

฿4,396 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

A covered outdoor area with a view of a busy street and a body of water.

A two-story hotel with a balcony, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a dresser, a dining table with chairs, a painting, and a view of the outside.

A living room with a wooden dining table, chairs, a gray sofa, and a bookshelf.

4. Ballina Heritage Inn

1.3 km from Richmond River Nature Reserve

Karen

฿4,299

฿4,729 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

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

A swimming pool with a curved edge, surrounded by plants and a wooden fence.

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.

5. Avlon Gardens Motel - Ballina

2.1 km from Richmond River Nature Reserve

james

฿4,083

฿4,491 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets and a large island.

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

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

6. Reflections Shaws Bay - Holiday Park

2.3 km from Richmond River Nature Reserve

Andrew

฿4,149

฿4,149 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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

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.

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.

7. Ballina Colonial Motel

2.1 km from Richmond River Nature Reserve

Gert

฿3,658

฿4,024 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

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

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

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

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

8. Econo Lodge Chaparral Motel Ballina

3.1 km from Richmond River Nature Reserve

Raina

฿3,468

฿3,815 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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

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

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

A coastal urban area with a prominent multi-story building featuring balconies and a waterfront promenade.

9. Riverside Apartments & Hotel Ballina

0.9 km from Richmond River Nature Reserve

Fay

฿4,847

฿5,332 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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

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

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a metal roof.

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

10. Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre

3 km from Richmond River Nature Reserve

Debbie

฿3,122

฿3,435 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

A tented accommodation with a kitchenette, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A rustic tent-style accommodation with a wooden deck, a dining area, and a visible bed inside.

A pool area with a water slide, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

11. Ballina Beach Nature Resort

1 km from Richmond River Nature Reserve

Victor

฿2,916

฿3,208 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

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

12. River Street Motel

1.5 km from Richmond River Nature Reserve

Craig

฿3,348

฿3,683 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A two-story building with a balcony, brick facade, and numbered address 227.

A two-story building with ornate balconies, brick walls, and potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a brick wall, a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

A swimming pool with a brick wall and a sign that reads "THE RICHMOND".

13. Richmond Motor Inn

1.2 km from Richmond River Nature Reserve

Sandra

฿4,212

฿4,634 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

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

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

A golf course with a putting green, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

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

14. Discovery Parks - Ballina

2.6 km from Richmond River Nature Reserve

Paul

฿4,348

฿4,348 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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 covered outdoor area, palm trees, and a clear sky.

15. Comfort Inn All Seasons

1.7 km from Richmond River Nature Reserve

Peter

฿3,013

฿3,315 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

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 single-story white mobile home with a covered porch and a small garden area with palm trees.

16. Reflections Ballina - Holiday Park

0.9 km from Richmond River Nature Reserve

Rosanne

฿4,427

฿4,427 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

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

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

A hotel room with a brick wall, a TV, a desk with chairs, a bed, and a painting of a sunset.

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

17. Coast Inn Motel

1.7 km from Richmond River Nature Reserve

Sovea

฿3,181

฿3,499 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

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

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.

18. Ballina Beach Resort

2.9 km from Richmond River Nature Reserve

Christine

฿4,297

฿4,726 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

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

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

19. Ballina Homestead Motel

1.9 km from Richmond River Nature Reserve

Jeffrey

฿3,888

฿4,277 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Sept - 5 Sept

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 bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, and a ceiling fan.

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

20. Almare Tourist Motel

2 km from Richmond River Nature Reserve

James

฿2,916

฿3,208 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Richmond River Nature Reserve

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ballina Manor Boutique Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 255 reviews	View
The Cubana Ballina	9.4 Exceptional 441 reviews	View
Ballina Palms Boutique Motel	9.4 Exceptional 899 reviews	View
Ballina Heritage Inn	9.2 Wonderful 648 reviews	View
Avlon Gardens Motel - Ballina	9.2 Wonderful 348 reviews	View

Top Richmond River Nature Reserve Hotel Reviews

Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron

8/10 Good

"Ideal place to stay and enjoy the river"

Ballina Palms Boutique Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely clean motel, room was excellent with all amenities required from the kitchen. Bathroom was spotless and bed was comfortable. Checkin was easy. Would recommend"

Reflections Shaws Bay - Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean, wonderful location and great place to stay near the ocean"

Ballina Beach Resort

8/10 Good

"Clean convenient location. Pool was closed fire renovation but spa was good."

Riverside Apartments & Hotel Ballina

10/10 Excellent

"The unit we had was beautifully furnished in an excellent location. The staff were extremely helpful when we left some luggage behind."

Grandview Apartments Ballina

10/10 Excellent

"The stay was quite enjoyable.. all amenities were clean and tidy.. staff were excellent.."

River Street Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and comfortable room. A little bit of mould in the bathroom but that is probably difficult to keep under control."

Comfort Inn All Seasons

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and tidy, close to river and shops. Friendly staff."

Ballina Heritage Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Room clean staff friendly and helpful, good location for eats"

Other attractions near Richmond River Nature Reserve

A beach with waves, a rocky breakwater, and people walking along the shore.

Lighthouse Beach

9.2/10 (251 reviews)

This beach on the southern side of Ballina Head is a popular place for the locals to cool off in summer or surf year round.

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A beach with waves, a wooden walkway, and greenery.

Shelly Beach

9.2/10 (139 reviews)

Come to this stretch of coast to find your quintessential Australian beach where summer crowds, fishermen and surfers gather and whales and dolphins swim by.

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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 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 through the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area.

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Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum

8.8/10 (15 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum during your trip to Ballina. Wander through 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 through the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area.

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Ballina Fair Shopping Centre

8.4/10 (373 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Ballina Fair Shopping Centre during your trip to Ballina. Wander through 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 through the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Richmond River Nature Reserve?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Richmond River Nature Reserve, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 20 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Richmond River Nature Reserve?

Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a marina and 2 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Richmond River Nature Reserve. Other good options close by include Ballina Beach Nature Resort and Riverside Apartments & Hotel Ballina.

How many hotels are there close to Richmond River Nature Reserve?

Expedia has 20 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Richmond River Nature Reserve.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Richmond River Nature Reserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Richmond River Nature Reserve.

What can I see and do near Richmond River Nature Reserve?

Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Shelly Beach, Lighthouse Beach and Boulder Beach. At Angels Beach, Sharpe's Beach and Ballina Nature Reserve, take some time to really appreciate nature. If you're looking for something to do, plan a visit to Ballina Racecourse, Ballina Golf Club and Saunders Oval while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for Richmond River Nature Reserve hotels

1. Ballina Manor Boutique Hotel

2. The Cubana Ballina

3. Ballina Palms Boutique Motel

4. Ballina Heritage Inn

5. Avlon Gardens Motel - Ballina

6. Reflections Shaws Bay - Holiday Park

7. Ballina Colonial Motel

8. Econo Lodge Chaparral Motel Ballina

9. Riverside Apartments & Hotel Ballina

10. Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre

11. Ballina Beach Nature Resort

12. River Street Motel

13. Richmond Motor Inn

14. Discovery Parks - Ballina

15. Comfort Inn All Seasons

16. Reflections Ballina - Holiday Park

17. Coast Inn Motel

18. Ballina Beach Resort

19. Ballina Homestead Motel

20. Almare Tourist Motel

Compare popular hotels close to Richmond River Nature Reserve

Top Richmond River Nature Reserve Hotel Reviews

Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron

Ballina Palms Boutique Motel

Reflections Shaws Bay - Holiday Park

Ballina Beach Resort

Riverside Apartments & Hotel Ballina

Grandview Apartments Ballina

River Street Motel

Comfort Inn All Seasons

Ballina Heritage Inn

Other attractions near Richmond River Nature Reserve

Lighthouse Beach

Shelly Beach

Missingham Park

Ballina Visitor Information Centre

Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum

Saunders Oval

Ballina Fair Shopping Centre

Ballina Golf Club

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