Title: Ballina Central Travel Guide: Best of Ballina Central, Ballina Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Ballina Central](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballina-Central-Hotels.d959393835159744512.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Ballina](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Ballina.d643.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Ballina](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Ballina.d643.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Ballina Central Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Ballina-Central.d959393835159744512.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ballina Central Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballina-Central.d959393835159744512.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Ballina Central Travel Guide ## Ballina ![Ballina Central](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6354505/8ff620fb-58d9-40d7-a93f-7f87cd33aae6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ballina Central](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/643/39fc8dcf-1778-4cb3-b133-cd6047c0532d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ballina Central](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/643/0dae69d6-2a6e-420d-8e0b-f8bae03c2b02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ballina Central](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/643/d1d7707b-82ec-4a38-9a3b-8dee7039c3ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ballina Central](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/643/151980ea-614f-41a8-862a-332b0ac73c48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Ballina Central Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Ballina travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballina.dx643) --- ### Popular places to visit #### Ballina District Hospital If Ballina District Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Ballina. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballina-District-Hospital-Ballina.d553248621563223373.Attraction) #### Ballina Fair Shopping Centre 3/5(5 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballina-Fair-Shopping-Centre-Ballina-Central.d6179396.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballina-Racecourse-Byron-Bay.d553248621563223375.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballina-Jockey-Club-Byron-Bay.d6179392.Attraction) #### Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum during your trip to Ballina. Wander through the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballina-Naval-And-Maritime-Museum-Byron-Bay.d6179398.Attraction) #### Ballina Visitor Information Centre After visiting Ballina Visitor Information Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Ballina. Wander through the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballina-Visitor-Information-Centre-Ballina.d553248621562249281.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2532786/83565e54-a7a2-4f6a-8db8-0115a6ca89db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day £26 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/group-surfing-lessons-kool-katz-1-day.a2532786.activity-details) ![Byron Bay Dolphin Tour - Ocean Safari](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45004741/ebc82758-cb4d-4017-adf1-a04218bf6c64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Byron Bay Dolphin Tour - Ocean Safari £48 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/byron-bay-dolphin-tour-ocean-safari.a45004741.activity-details) ![Cruise with Dolphins in Byron Bay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/935458/ec11a9ab-33cb-413d-84b6-b2e3cb530625.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cruise with Dolphins in Byron Bay £48 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cruise-with-dolphins-in-byron-bay.a935458.activity-details) ![Lennox Head: 2-Hour Beginners Surfing Lesson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4740061/5cae5cbd-77ba-4710-9d52-81543952641e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lennox Head: 2-Hour Beginners Surfing Lesson £36 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/lennox-head-2-hour-beginners-surfing-lesson.a4740061.activity-details) ![Private Surf Lessons Kool Katz 1 Day](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2555502/10439b61-0eb3-4567-8f0a-dcdfae6a0b9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Surf Lessons Kool Katz 1 Day £67 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-surf-lessons-kool-katz-1-day.a2555502.activity-details) ![Broken Head Aboriginal Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48370615/4f151afe-1592-4b8c-bd16-0437f7ea54c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Broken Head Aboriginal Tour £39 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/broken-head-aboriginal-tour.a48370615.activity-details) [See all activities in Ballina](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Ballina.d643.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Ballina Central ![Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/990900/990853/36cdd8b7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron 2 Martin Street Ballina NSW £101 1 Apr - 2 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews) Love the ramada, always pleasant to visit and stagg are all friendly Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=990853&PinnedHotelID=990853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=959393835159744512) ![The Cubana Ballina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44220000/44219600/44219547/93748edf_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Cubana Ballina 329 River St Ballina NSW £78 27 Apr - 28 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (415 reviews) Very clean, staff were very helpful and informative.. Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F04%2F2026&endDate=28%2F04%2F2026&selected=44219547&PinnedHotelID=44219547&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=959393835159744512) ![Comfort Inn All Seasons](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/178900/178835/0d185a0f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Comfort Inn All Seasons 301 River Street Ballina NSW £86 10 Apr - 11 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (398 reviews) Clean room, very friendly staff Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=178835&PinnedHotelID=178835&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=959393835159744512) ![Ballina Palms Boutique Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9730000/9721100/9721050/543802aa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ballina Palms Boutique Motel Cnr Owen Street & Bentinck Street Ballina NSW £88 30 Mar - 31 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (862 reviews) For us, it was a perfect overnight pit stop on the road home. Nice decor, good kitchenette and amenities. On the list for next time. Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=9721050&PinnedHotelID=9721050&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=959393835159744512) ![Coast Inn Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6270000/6262100/6262026/d68a31c2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Coast Inn Motel 311 River Street Ballina NSW £77 26 Apr - 27 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Saunders Oval and Ballina Fair Shopping Centre are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (658 reviews) Convenient location Comfortable room Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F04%2F2026&endDate=27%2F04%2F2026&selected=6262026&PinnedHotelID=6262026&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=959393835159744512) ![River Street Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4490000/4487900/4487842/62a9c41a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### River Street Motel 285-287 River Street Ballina NSW £78 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (401 reviews) Ni Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=4487842&PinnedHotelID=4487842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=959393835159744512) [See all 1,385 properties in Ballina Central](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=28%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026®ionId=959393835159744512) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballina-East-Ballina.dx6143547) ![Lennox Head, Far North Coast, New South Wales, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6143538/23a019bb-e84a-4129-a1e3-b031d17c14bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### West Ballina Bars and shopping are notable features of West Ballina. You might consider stopping by Big Prawn while you're exploring the neighbourhood. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Byron-Bay-West-Ballina.dx6143538) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Skennars Head If you're spending some time in Skennars Head, Sharpe's Beach and Angels Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballina-Skennars-Head.dx3000413602) ![Lennox Head](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125036/24e5f7f1-6d7c-4a68-8d30-0b0b6cad8ce3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballina-Lennox-Head.dx6125036) ![North Creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125036/ab3ba56a-dc24-44e4-8df2-d9633b725acc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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