Ballina Central Travel Guide
Ballina
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Popular places to visit
Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre
You can take time to visit Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre during your travels to Ballina. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Pat Morton Lookout
You can find out about the history of Ballina with a trip to Pat Morton Lookout. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Ballina Racecourse
You can take time to visit Ballina Racecourse during your travels to Ballina. Wander through the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area.
Ballina Fair Shopping Centre
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Ballina Fair Shopping Centre during your trip to Ballina. Wander through the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area.
Ballina District Hospital
If Ballina District Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Ballina.
Ballina Jockey Club
Catch an event at Ballina Jockey Club during your trip to Ballina. Wander through the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Top hotels in Ballina Central
Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron
Love river view, kind staffs, nice and comfy while I was staying.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
The Cubana Ballina
We stayed one night on the way home from Sydney and it was clean and comfortable with the best shower pressure I’ve had in a long time. Need to drive for food and coffee but an easy stay.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
River Street Motel
Very clean room with everything that we needed. Friendly and helpful reception.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Ballina Manor Boutique Hotel
Easiest check in experience, friendly staff, very clean room and bathroom. The room was so comfortable, even the carpet felt good under our feet. Will definitely return.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Ballina Palms Boutique Motel
Whenever I travel to Northern NSW I always stay at Ballina Palms even if I spend my time in other parts of Northern NSW. Andre & his family were having a well earned break and the two stand-in hosts made my time feel very welcome & helped me with my basic requests such as topping up my coffee, tea, ...
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Ballina Heritage Inn
Great Rooms
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ballina Central
East Ballina
East Ballina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shelly Beach and Lighthouse Beach.
West Ballina
Bars and shopping are notable features of West Ballina. You might consider stopping by Big Prawn while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Skennars Head
If you're spending some time in Skennars Head, Sharpe's Beach and Angels Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Lennox Head
Travellers come to Lennox Head for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Lennox Head Beach and Seven Mile Beach while you're in town.
North Creek
North Creek is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Lennox Head Beach and Seven Mile Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Ballina.
