Title: North Creek Travel Guide: Best of North Creek, Ballina Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in North Creek](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Creek-Ballina-Hotels.0-n553248634415684984-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-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)[North Creek Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-North-Creek.d553248634415684984.Car-Hire-Guide)[North Creek Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Creek.d553248634415684984.Holidays-City-Breaks) # North Creek Travel Guide ## Ballina ![Lennox Head showing a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125036/ab3ba56a-dc24-44e4-8df2-d9633b725acc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lennox Head showing a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125036/ab3ba56a-dc24-44e4-8df2-d9633b725acc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lennox Head which includes general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125036/756991b4-0765-4046-a1e0-a3838f6ff5a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lennox Head featuring parasailing and rugged coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125036/1c940f2b-3de9-43d8-83f2-008ecb9670ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lennox Head featuring rugged coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125036/12373046-53af-4696-951e-b781b4819f75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit North Creek Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Ballina travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballina.dx643) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Lake Ainsworth, Lennox Heads, also known as Tea-tree lake, gets its reddish colour from the tea-tree trees surrounding it. One dip left me with smooth hair and skin. #australia #lake ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125036/bffd1cce-5679-4919-9a93-37d5ec5b4506.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Ainsworth-Sport-And-Recreation-Centre-Lennox-Head.d553248621587242509.Attraction) ![The cliffs of Pat Morton Lookout, Lennox Head, NSW. This is my favourite place in the Northern Rivers, as the sweeping meadow, high cliffs, pebbly beach and vast expanse of sea makes me feel I'm far away on an adventure.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125036/312120da-84e6-422b-8c52-e202761ff7ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pat-Morton-Lookout-Lennox-Head.d553248621592189650.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 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 Golf Club Enjoy a round of golf in Ballina at Ballina Golf Club. Wander through the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballina-Golf-Club-East-Ballina.d6179394.Attraction) #### 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) ### Things to do ![Byron Bay: 2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4862651/31bf5e87-8d9b-4ecc-b174-8fa51ff47b5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Byron Bay: 2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson £44 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/byron-bay-2-hour-small-group-surf-lesson.a4862651.activity-details) ![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 £24 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/group-surfing-lessons-kool-katz-1-day.a2532786.activity-details) ![Byron Bay: Waterfalls and Hidden Gems Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48330260/f1c78469-1a0c-41d0-bdb4-6914cd7d80ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Byron Bay: Behind The Bay Waterfalls & Hidden Gems Day Tour £64 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/byron-bay-behind-the-bay-waterfalls-hidden-gems-day-tour.a48330260.activity-details) ![Byron Bay: Brunswick River Scenic Kayak Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4516527/9e4e1e47-f03e-4265-83be-ef5449365ab6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Byron Bay: Brunswick River Scenic Kayak Tour £31 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/byron-bay-brunswick-river-scenic-kayak-tour.a4516527.activity-details) ![From Byron: Half Day Learn to Surf Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47262553/ee9af139-e74c-4ec3-93fd-ba280cfec1cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Byron Bay: Learn to Surf Half-Day Tour £44 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-byron-bay-learn-to-surf-half-day-tour.a47262553.activity-details) ![Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1400380/bd02ded1-87c1-4945-af4e-e149b3418885.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour £46 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kayaking-with-dolphins-in-byron-bay-guided-tour.a1400380.activity-details) [See all activities in Ballina](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Ballina.d643.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in North Creek ![Dragon Tree House Lennox Head / Byron Coast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35740000/35739800/35739719/fbbf6498_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Dragon Tree House Lennox Head / Byron Coast Lennox Head NSW Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Lennox Head Beach and Lake Ainsworth ... 10/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews) Bronwyn was a fantastic host, promptly getting back to our queries, providing us with plenty of info on the area. The house was a serine tranqual place to relax for our family holiday, and was so well equipt with not only kitchen appliances and pantry staples, but also with pool toys and bikes which ... Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=35739719&PinnedHotelID=35739719&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634415684984) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=35739719&PinnedHotelID=35739719&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634415684984) ![Lennox Beach Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650200/2650136/75c7b8f8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lennox Beach Resort 7 Park Lane Lennox Head NSW £127 26 Feb - 27 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this aparthotel in Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Lennox Head Beach and Pat Morton Lookout are located ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (461 reviews) Beautiful place to stay. We got an upgrade to a 2 bedroom apartment. Lots of space big kitchen, dining and lounge area. Awesome pool. Our group had a great stay. Close to everything. Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=2650136&PinnedHotelID=2650136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634415684984) ![Reflections Lennox Head - Holiday park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7250000/7247500/7247445/c1077257_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Reflections Lennox Head - Holiday park Cnr Ross Street & Pacific Parade Lennox Head NSW £82 10 Feb - 11 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach holiday park in Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Lennox Head Beach and Seven Mile Beach are ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (103 reviews) We stayed in the glamping tent, and came for a weekend with extended family and we rented 5 in a row. Had the best time. Such an amazing location, stepping out to the lake and the beach. The staff are friendly, tent immaculate and will be back again! Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=7247445&PinnedHotelID=7247445&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634415684984) ![Santa Fe Motel & Holiday Units](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626900/9626868/301b3c4b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Santa Fe Motel & Holiday Units 8 Byron Street Lennox Head NSW £83 10 Feb - 11 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Lennox Head Beach and Seven Mile Beach ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (273 reviews) Dave on check was very friendly, the room was clean and comfortable. Great location Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=9626868&PinnedHotelID=9626868&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634415684984) ![Ballina Beach Nature Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629200/9629127/ba86fb5e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ballina Beach Nature Resort 440 South Ballina Beach Road South Ballina NSW £53 2 Mar - 3 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in South Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Richmond River Nature Reserve and Ballina Naval ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (303 reviews) Clean Room, awesome water park and pool. Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=9629127&PinnedHotelID=9629127&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634415684984) ![Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3550000/3544600/3544538/a835eaea_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments 20-22 Fletcher Street Byron Bay NSW £109 24 Feb - 25 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Byron Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an in-room coffee maker. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews) Very helpful staff and super comfortable beds Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=3544538&PinnedHotelID=3544538&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634415684984) [See all 1,288 properties in North Creek](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248634415684984) 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-Lennox-Head.dx6125036) ![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) ![The ultimate adrenalin rush! To do a tandem skydive with the guys at Skydive the Beach and Beyond Byron Bay is an unforgettable memory :) These take care of you and make the experience the best :) ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6354505/8ff620fb-58d9-40d7-a93f-7f87cd33aae6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ballina Central While visiting Ballina Central, you might make a stop by sights like Ballina Racecourse and Ballina Fair Shopping Centre. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballina-Ballina-Central.dx959393835159744512) ![Ballina which includes a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6178895/6f2be6ff-375c-4382-8477-11e13c6cf24c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### East Ballina East Ballina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shelly Beach and Lighthouse Beach. [](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. 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