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Santa Fe Motel & Holiday Units

3.0 star property
Aparthotel in Ballina with free parking

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Relax on the covered patio with a tiled floor, surrounded by lush greenery and comfortable seating.
Relax by the pool surrounded by lush greenery and comfortable lounge chairs.
Enjoy serene lakeside views and relax in a tranquil outdoor space.
Relax in this cozy retreat with a single bed, flat-screen TV, and dining area.
Relax in this stylish room with a large bed, desk, and television.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July

Room options

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Unit) | Living area

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Unit)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 48 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Unit) | Living area

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Unit)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room (Standard Motel Unit)

Deluxe Room (Standard Motel Unit)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 29 sq m
  • Studio
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room (Wheelchair Access)

Deluxe Twin Room (Wheelchair Access)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 29 sq m
  • Studio
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room (Motel Plus)

Deluxe Twin Room (Motel Plus)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 29 sq m
  • Studio
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Map
8 Byron Street, Lennox Head, NSW, 2478

What's nearby

  • Lennox Head Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Seven Mile Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Pat Morton Lookout - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Ballina Golf Club - 12 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Mullumbimby Station - 28 min drive
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seven Mile Brewing Co - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Northern Rivers Seafoods - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Belle General - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Old Quarter Coffee Merchants - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Santa Fe Motel & Holiday Units

Aparthotel in Ballina with free parking
An outdoor pool, laundry facilities and a garden are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include barbecues and a picnic area. Each apartment provides a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, plus free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with digital channels. Added amenities include a balcony, premium bedding and free tea bags/instant coffee. Limited housekeeping is available.
Santa Fe Motel & Holiday Units offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on weekdays only.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Sandy beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (weekdays only)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Location highlights

  • In a business district
  • In a village
  • Near the airport
  • Near the ocean

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 building
  • 13 units
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1988
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Property Registration Number 2478

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Santa Fe Motel Holiday Units Lennox Head
Santa Fe Motel Holiday Units
Santa Fe Holiday Units Lennox Head
Santa Fe Holiday Units
Santa Fe & Units Lennox Head
Santa Fe Motel & Holiday Units Aparthotel
Santa Fe Motel & Holiday Units Lennox Head
Santa Fe Motel & Holiday Units Aparthotel Lennox Head

Frequently asked questions

Does Santa Fe Motel & Holiday Units have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Santa Fe Motel & Holiday Units?

As of 13 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Santa Fe Motel & Holiday Units on 15 Jul 2025 start from NZ$176.82, 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 Santa Fe Motel & Holiday Units pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Santa Fe Motel & Holiday Units?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Santa Fe Motel & Holiday Units?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Santa Fe Motel & Holiday Units?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Santa Fe Motel & Holiday Units located?

Located in Lennox Head, this aparthotel is within a 5-minute walk of Lennox Head Beach and Seven Mile Beach. Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre and Pat Morton Lookout are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Santa Fe Motel & Holiday Units Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 241 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 241 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 241 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 241 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 241 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Perfect location . Only 2 minute walk to the beach .local pub and shops
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Seamless stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Excellent location
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Super clean rooms, close to everything in Lennox. Great owner
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Excellent stay that perfectly met our needs as two old friends on a east coast road trip 🙂
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

We had a great stay at Santa Fe. Its proximity to the beach, restaurant/cafes and some shops is perfect. The staff were easy to communicate with and very accommodating, we would absolutely recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Clean and functional great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Beautifully presented and fantastic location. Comfy bed and Dave was great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Everything required and close to dining areas and beach
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10

Great location unit was a bit dated but very clean and everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10

Santa Fe is awesome and well positioned to the beach and its quiet and staff very pleasant

10/10

The man that checked us in lovely and friendly. He made us feel welcomed and valued ✅
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

Room dark and damp
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Pleasant for a 1 night stay. Easy walk to eatery, other shops and beach. We were to go upstairs - when we asked about a ground floor - it was no trouble.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Nice big room .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10

Dave made himself available upon book in, and was very helpful with parking arrangements and the location of great places to eat, and shared his member discount card for the bowls club nearby. 😀
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Love I it was lovely and clean well done fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Smooth booking & service. Very simple and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10

Great location and clean and tidy property. We’ll be back
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10

Although the property was older, it was clean and the beds were super comfortable. Close to the beachfront and local shops. Rooms had microwave and dishes supplied along with the usual coffee facilities. Overall, a nice motel with lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10

Daves welcoming reception upon arrival, the closeness of all amenities and the beach. Its all there, you cant ask for more really.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10

Beautifully maintained property. Pleasant host. Covered parking. Comfortable beds and quiet motel (except for simeone who decided to talk outside on his cell phone early in the morning). Nice sized shower.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Whilst the unit was not ultra modern it was clean, tidy & very comfortable. It’s in a great spot with only a short walk to the beach & the main strip of Lennox Head. From booking to checkin the staff were both friendly & helpful. I wouldn’t hesitate to return
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10

Love this place. A giant happy bunch rocked up, were friendly but partied until 3:30 am. I suppose it can happen anywhere but makes for a bad sleep.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

4/10

The property was outdated, lacked amenities not worth the price
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024