Slipway Hotel Motel

The staff is friendly, creating a welcoming atmosphere. The central location provides convenience. Spacious, well-maintained rooms ensure comfort. Affordable, delicious meals in the bistro and pub are a plus.

It all started when we walked in and the cook referred to us as “walking ATM’s”. Didn’t get any better. Beer was off, replaced with an on tap beer. Sitting at a table with small children, had to listen to the vulgarity from the kitchen staff. Witnessed kitchen staff wiping their nose then touching food. Needless to say, the “walking ATM” and party of 9 walked away. Really disappointing for tourists with family in the area to be treated with such disdain. Sad news for this establishment is we spent 100’s of dollars elsewhere over the next 2 nights. Good thing this “walking ATM” has legs.

I dont know how this place rated more than a 2 star. I know Ballina is under accommodation pressure due to many workmen repairing after the flooding, but this is about a $70 room with a $140 price tag. On arrival noted the smallest pillow I have ever had. Had to get more. They talk about free parking, but all the pub patrons seem to park there, so the motel has very little if any. Rooms badly need a renovation. It would seem that they got some small flooding and just cleaned up and kept going. Needs painting badly and renovating. No microwave or toaster. One good thing is that it is centrally located. Shower hot water took at least 5-10 minutes to get hot. At one stage I was going to ask if we could shower somewhere else and then it came good. Room was clean and bed comfortable, so if you are happy with that then forget the rest I guess. Plenty of other accommodation around, but be prepared to pay a lot more.