Right from the moment we stepped off the plane, Paul the owner/manager made us feel special by picking us up. The room was very clean and well cared for as were the grounds. We were treated like VIP's the entire six day stay, and will definitely be returning next year. It is a delight to be made so welcome and... More

We came off our campside during the cyclone and these guys were so helpfull and accommodating you would not believe. They even let us dry out our gear in their garage. Forget camping, stay with these guys! At the end of the day, they have comfortable, clean rooms, all ground floor rooms, with the added advantage of a large pool... More

Tried to book the motel on the way to Ballina, based on recommendation of a local friend. I tried to check the price up first in the website, then called the owner/manager to book. First, he hung up on me because of asking questions about room types. Second ring, he rudely claimed that I am to vague. Thirdly,I am being... More

The Colonial is a quiet, clean, and comfortable motel with easy access to the highway and to the Ballina CBD. While the furniture was older, the room had obviously received some updating with a coat of paint and some other updating as the room is much more current than some of the furniture indicates. The owners obviously put a lot... More

We have stayed at this motel many times. It is quiet, being away from the Pacific Highway. Also in walking distance to Ballina Fair shopping centre and another shopping centre opposite Ballina Fair. There is undercover car parking and the proprietors are friendly and helpful. When we were last there some rooms were still in the process of being refurbished,... More