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Fun 'N' Sun Motel
471 River St Next to Toyota, West Ballina, Ballina, New South Wales 2478 Australia
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#7 of 14 motels in Ballina
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The Ballina Fun n Sun Motel is the first motel coming off the Pacific Highway, right near The Big Prawn. We have 17 units in total, starting with single, queen and twin share motel units going right up to 2 bedroom semi S/C units. The motel is under new management with newly carpeted rooms, couches and bedding. So the next time you are in Ballina, whether its for a single night or longer, holidaying or working, give us a call and we are sure to have the right accommodation for your needs and budget. You will love our spacious grounds with free under cover parking. We also have room for your trailers or vans at no additional charge. A salt water pool, BBQ and laundry facilities make this the perfect place to stay!
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Breakfast in the room
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Airport transportation
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Parking
Wifi
Outdoor pool
Shuttle bus service
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Room features
Air conditioning
Room service
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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Charming
Location
471 River St Next to Toyota, West Ballina, Ballina, New South Wales 2478 Australia
Getting there
Car recommended
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Grade: 47 out of 100
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184 Restaurants
within 10 kilometers
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Great place for our stay in Ballina. Rooms were spotless and well set out. The wi-fi worked well and quick. Bed was comfortable. We received fresh towels every day and they also washed the dishes. Car parks are under cover and enough room to get luggage out. Good facilities BBQ, Pool, and table tennis, large grass area for kids to play. Would like to see double power points, so that lap-tops and phone chargers could be plugged in. We loved our stay here.
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Date of stay: May 2021
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This hotel was CLEAN, QUIET from road noise, had Cutlery, crockery, Hairdryer, kettle, micro wave, toaster, WIFI, TV, all you need and it was well priced. The lady in reception was lovely and we were so tired. Definately recommend this hotel to anyone.
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Date of stay: July 2020
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If you're looking for a good value, clean, quiet, well equipped place to sleep in ballina this place would be a good choice.
Our room was very clean and the front desk staff warm and welcoming. Rooms are well equipped although a toaster would be a great addition to room 7.
It's a good spot for a quiet beer...Dan murphy's is across the road. But it's not centrally located in ballina. The town is really a car drive away.
Our room was very clean and the front desk staff warm and welcoming. Rooms are well equipped although a toaster would be a great addition to room 7.
It's a good spot for a quiet beer...Dan murphy's is across the road. But it's not centrally located in ballina. The town is really a car drive away.
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Date of stay: December 2012
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Response from Michael B, Manager at Fun 'N' Sun Motel
Responded 3 May 2014
Thanks for your kind feedback, sorry about the lack of a toaster, an oversight by ourselves,since replaced.
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My family & I stayed at the hotel over the Christmas & I have to say I will never stay there again.
The owners were lovely but the cleanliness of the room was horrendous.
We stayed in Room 8 which is a 2 bedroom apartment & I was mortified at how filthy the room was.
The sign in the room states 'We have provided you with the necessary facilities in order that you might keep your cooking utensils nice & clean'. They certainly weren't left 'nice & clean' for us.
Unfortunately a very disappointing experience.
The owners were lovely but the cleanliness of the room was horrendous.
We stayed in Room 8 which is a 2 bedroom apartment & I was mortified at how filthy the room was.
The sign in the room states 'We have provided you with the necessary facilities in order that you might keep your cooking utensils nice & clean'. They certainly weren't left 'nice & clean' for us.
Unfortunately a very disappointing experience.
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Date of stay: December 2014Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from michael b, Manager at Fun 'N' Sun Motel
Responded 20 Jan 2015
Hi Sharon and thanks for your feedback, we have looked at the photos you took and we do agree...... We did not remove the cutlery tray to clean the draws and the dusting was not as thorougher as it should of been. The Christmas and new year periods are an extremely busy time for us and we often do not have time to give each unit a full deep clean, however this is NOT an excuse..... We constantly receive high ratings for cleanliness etc from the vast majority of other reviewers who on the whole appreciate the fact that we are a budget motel with reasonable tariffs, and not a 5 star city center hotel with all of there fixtures and fittings and prices to match, but with that said we can only apologise for the disappointment you felt during your stay. If only you had voiced your concerns at the start of your 4 night break, we could of attended to these matters straight away. We always ask our guests to let us know if they have any problems or issues upon arrival, but unfortunately its to late in this instance. So again we apologise for the unhappiness you experienced at our motel. Yours....The management.
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We booked on line and wasn't sure what to expect, but once we arrived and met the owners and saw the room and facility, and we booked another night! The owners were extremely nice and accommodating . The room was very clean and comfortable. It had everything we needed and more, small refrigerator , toaster, microwave and hotpot. We loved being able sit outside in the back of our room in the evening and have a glass of wine. We have been traveling for over a week so we were also delighted when the owner told us we could do some laundry. We stayed in room #16 , which was very nice. When we return , will hope to get #6, to have a longer stay. This room is bigger and has kitchenette.
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Date of stay: August 2014Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Michael B, Owner at Fun 'N' Sun Motel
Responded 3 Aug 2014
Thanks for your great review and kind words, its always nice when we tick all of your boxes, thanks again.
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Just had three nights at the Fun N Sun Motel in Ballina. It was clean, comfortable and the perfect spot to stay while enjoying the Byron BluesFest. The owners were welcoming and very helpful. It was a very relaxed and pleasant stay.
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Date of stay: March 2013Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Michael B, Manager at Fun 'N' Sun Motel
Responded 2 May 2014
Thanks.
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looking for a value-for-money overnight stay en route from Coff's harbour to Brisbane, we found
the Fun and Sun Motel on the outskirts of Ballina.
A really friendly welcome, choice of rooms and its location made us decide to stop there. our
room was clean with a view of the garden and patio area. There was even a mini-kitchen, so no need
to go out for breakfast.
We spent a relaxing evening and a quiet night, picked up a take-away for dinner.There are plenty
of restaurants and cafes in town too. We can warmly recommend it.
the Fun and Sun Motel on the outskirts of Ballina.
A really friendly welcome, choice of rooms and its location made us decide to stop there. our
room was clean with a view of the garden and patio area. There was even a mini-kitchen, so no need
to go out for breakfast.
We spent a relaxing evening and a quiet night, picked up a take-away for dinner.There are plenty
of restaurants and cafes in town too. We can warmly recommend it.
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Date of stay: March 2013Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Michael B, Manager at Fun 'N' Sun Motel
Responded 2 May 2014
Thanks for your review, we are glad you enjoyed your stay.
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This was a surprising find. It's not all that close to the main part of town but fine if you have a car. The staff were very friendly and helpful from the time I booked to the day we left. The rooms were extremely clean, it was a small 2 bed unit, but with everything you needed. The pool was good too, nice and clean. I would stay again.
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Date of stay: December 2012
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Response from Michael B, Manager at Fun 'N' Sun Motel
Responded 3 May 2014
Hi Clare and thanks for your review, its always nice when all the boxes are ticked.
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The place was clean and comfortable with friendly staff and well kept facilities. Rooms are looking a bit old, but more than adequate. Good water pressure in shower and covered free parking for the car. It has a nice pool and bbq area. Unfortunately the free wifi was pretty much unusable as the speed was pretty much non existent, below .5 mps. Tv was pretty small with very limited Foxtel channels. Air conditioning requires the insertion of a key to make it work but it did its job. Would have been happy with just a fan but the ceiling fan was a bit noisy, even on a medium setting. Would stay again. Good value for money.
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Date of stay: December 2018Trip type: Travelled solo
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Fantastic clean motel.
Kids loved the pool and the open areas to run around. Undercover parking directly next to room. Motel operators super friendly.
First motel off the highway.
Perfect to unwind before travelling on.
Best seafood across the road and great pub walking distance
Kids loved the pool and the open areas to run around. Undercover parking directly next to room. Motel operators super friendly.
First motel off the highway.
Perfect to unwind before travelling on.
Best seafood across the road and great pub walking distance
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Date of stay: August 2017Trip type: Travelled with family
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fun 'N' Sun Motel
Which popular attractions are close to Fun 'N' Sun Motel?
Nearby attractions include Ballina Naval & Maritime Museum (2.9 km), Pat Morton Lookout (7.3 km), and Lighthouse Beach (5.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Fun 'N' Sun Motel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Fun 'N' Sun Motel?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Fun 'N' Sun Motel?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Fun 'N' Sun Motel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Ché Bon Restaurant, The Belle General, and Ballina Gallery Cafe.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Fun 'N' Sun Motel?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Fun 'N' Sun Motel have airport transportation?
Yes, Fun 'N' Sun Motel offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Fun 'N' Sun Motel?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Is Fun 'N' Sun Motel accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.