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Riversleigh Guesthouse

3.5 star property
Comfortable guesthouse in Ballina with 2 outdoor swimming pools

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Deluxe Double Room (London)
Deluxe House, River View | Dining room
Deluxe Double Room (Rome) | Bathroom
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
5 River Street, Ballina, NSW, 2478
  • Popular LocationBallina District Hospital16 min walk
  • Popular LocationBallina Fair Shopping Centre3 min drive
  • Popular LocationBallina Golf Club5 min drive
  • AirportBallina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)6 min drive

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room (New York)

Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe Double Room (New York)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 20 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room (London)

Deluxe Double Room (London)

Deluxe Double Room (London)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe House, River View

Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Deluxe House, River View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
  • 150 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 13
  • 2 King Beds and 3 Queen Beds

About the area

Ballina

At Riversleigh Guesthouse you'll be within steps of Ballina Visitor Information Centre and Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum. Highlights at this Georgian guest house include 2 outdoor swimming pools and outdoor private hot tubs. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Ballina guest house include Ballina District Hospital and Saunders Oval.
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What's nearby

  • Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum - 4 min walk
  • Ballina District Hospital - 16 min walk
  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - 3 min drive
  • Shelly Beach - 5 min drive
  • Ballina Golf Club - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Lismore Station - 33 min drive
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ballina RSL Club - 12 min walk
  • Cherry Street Sports Ballina - 7 min walk
  • Hotel Henry Rous - 9 min walk
  • Wharf Bar & Restaurant Ballina - 8 min walk
  • Thai by Night - 9 min walk

About this property

Riversleigh Guesthouse

Comfortable guesthouse in Ballina with 2 outdoor swimming pools
Riversleigh Guesthouse offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Riversleigh Guesthouse. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Riversleigh Guesthouse was completed in August 2021.

This Georgian Ballina guest house is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1880
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Riversleigh Guesthouse offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with outdoor private hot tubs and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized fridge/freezers and coffee/tea makers.

Bathrooms include a shower, designer toiletries and hairdryers. Televisions come with digital channels.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 2 metres
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • DVD player
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1880
  • Communal living room
  • Georgian architecture
  • Renovated entire property - August 2021
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email with check-in instructions and an access code prior to arrival; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 100 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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 100 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
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, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Riversleigh Guesthouse?

Riversleigh Guesthouse offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Riversleigh Guesthouse?

As of 21 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riversleigh Guesthouse on 25 May 2024 start from AU$245.63, 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 Riversleigh Guesthouse?

Yep, Riversleigh Guesthouse has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Riversleigh Guesthouse?

The closest beach to Riversleigh Guesthouse is Lighthouse Beach (2.4 km).

Does Riversleigh Guesthouse have a pool?

Riversleigh Guesthouse has 2 outdoor swimming pools.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Riversleigh Guesthouse?

Yep, all rooms come with private hot tubs.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Riversleigh Guesthouse?

No, Riversleigh Guesthouse does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Riversleigh Guesthouse?

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

Are pets allowed at Riversleigh Guesthouse?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Riversleigh Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old property. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Riversleigh was lovely the old historic building was wonderful and outfitted beautifully however there was a lunatic across the road in Norton street who played loud music late at night and very early morning around 4am this ruined our stay unfortunately.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was old school charming & Erica was a gracious host. Great location. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Marie, Milton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Access to a kitchen space was a bonus, as was a large lounge room area
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property and amazing decor. Close to all amenities and the small welcome pack is a nice touch
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Noise from road after 7am Otherwise excellent property, close to amenities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would Gladly Stay There Again...
Upgraded to the New York room we were very happy with the comfort... spoil yourself & stay here to enjoy the 1880s way of life... great bed, lovely bathroom, a verandah from which you can breath in the sea air...
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A real 'Hidden Treasure'! Wonderful ambience, and restored to a very high standard of authenticity and cleanliness. Convenientlyclose to the river, shopping centre etc.Highly recommended. Our recommendation to a neighbour has them planning a stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019