West Ballina Travel Guide

Ballina

Popular places to visit

Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre

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.

Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre
Pat Morton Lookout

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.

Pat Morton Lookout

Big Prawn

Learn about the local history of Ballina when you take a trip to Big Prawn. Wander through the riverfront and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Big Prawn

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 Fair Shopping Centre

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.

Ballina Golf Club

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 District Hospital

Things to do

Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour

Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour

£43
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour
From Byron Bay to Crystal Castle 4.5 Hours Tour

From Byron Bay to Crystal Castle 4.5 Hours Tour

£91
per adult
From Byron Bay to Crystal Castle 4.5 Hours Tour
Byron Bay: Hinterland Magic & Glow-Worm Experience

Byron Bay: Glowworms, Waterfalls & Rainforest Experience

£62
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Byron Bay: Glowworms, Waterfalls & Rainforest Experience
Koala with joey

Byron Bay Wildlife Safari

£91
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Byron Bay Wildlife Safari
Byron Bay: Waterfalls and Hidden Gems Day Tour

Byron Bay: Behind The Bay Waterfalls & Hidden Gems Day Tour

£62
per adult
Byron Bay: Behind The Bay Waterfalls & Hidden Gems Day Tour
Bangalow Native Bush Food Tour

Bangalow Native Bush Food Tour

£36
per adult
Bangalow Native Bush Food Tour
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Top hotels in West Ballina

Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre

Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre

4 out of 5
1 Ronan Place, West Ballina, NSW
The price is £70 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£70
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (589 reviews)
"Great place to stay, spacious room, all amenities for a 1 night stay, clean, quiet, also great complimentary continetal breakfast"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre
Econo Lodge Chaparral Motel Ballina

Econo Lodge Chaparral Motel Ballina

3.5 out of 5
486 River Street, West Ballina, NSW
The price is £73 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
£73
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Big Prawn and Saunders Oval are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (492 reviews)
"Room was good ,Beds very clean an comfortable but we had 3 Towels placed in room one was clean the other 2 were soiled made our stay in Motel not very nice wont be back."

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2025

Econo Lodge Chaparral Motel Ballina
Discovery Parks - Byron Bay

Discovery Parks - Byron Bay

3.5 out of 5
399 Ewingsdale Road, Byron Bay, NSW
The price is £77 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
£77
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly holiday park in Byron Bay. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and free water park access. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Enjoyed the comfort and space..was given an upgrade from cabin to glamping tent and it was a very enjoyable experience..will be back again soon..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Discovery Parks - Byron Bay
Elements of Byron

Elements of Byron

5 out of 5
144 Bayshore Drive, Byron Bay, NSW
The price is £209 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
£209
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Byron Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Wategos Beach and Belongil Beach are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (211 reviews)
"Was so family friendly. Daughter loved pool. Restaurants book out days in advance. Best to book ahead before your stay. Lovely staff and great location as it’s close to town"

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2020

Elements of Byron
Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron

Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron

4.5 out of 5
2 Martin Street, Ballina, NSW
The price is £94 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£94
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Loved the Ramada! The staff were so friendly and helpful and upbeat! It was a great vibe. The room was beautifully appointed and clean and spacious. Easily the nicest place we have stayed at for some time on our travels!"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron
Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments

Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments

4 out of 5
20-22 Fletcher Street, Byron Bay, NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £110 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
£110
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (982 reviews)
"Upon arrival staff were friendly, and full of local information which was helpful. Check-in relatively easy. Location very convenient, parking easy. Room was lovely although we had street side apartment with balcony which was a bit noisy due to traffic and restaurant noise mainly music. Bed comfortable. ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments
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Other neighbourhoods around West Ballina

Ballina featuring a bay or harbour

Ballina Central

While visiting Ballina Central, you might make a stop by sights like Ballina Fair Shopping Centre and Ballina Jockey Club.

Ballina Central
Ballina which includes a beach

East Ballina

East Ballina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ballina Golf Club and Shelly Beach.

East Ballina
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Skennars Head

If you're spending some time in Skennars Head, Angels Beach and Sharpe's Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Skennars Head
Lennox Head which includes a bay or harbour, surf and rocky coastline

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.

North Creek
Lennox Head which includes a coastal town

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.

Lennox Head

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