| set in the town centre, a 5-minute walk from the coach station, this relaxed pub with rooms is 5 km from angels beach and 5 km from ballina byron airport. minimum stay rules may apply. upgraded rooms add sliding glass doors. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. the simple rooms provide free wi-fi, en suite bathrooms and flat-screen tvs. all also offer tea and coffeemaking facilities, wet bars and minifridges. other amenities include a restaurant, an outdoor dining area, a bar with live music and a beer garden. free parking is available
Gold Coast Airport 1 hr 8
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