West Ballina Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre

4/5(19 reviews)

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
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Pat Morton Lookout

4/5(1 review)

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
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Big Prawn

4/5(1 review)

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
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Ballina Golf Club

4/5(1 review)

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
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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
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Ballina Fair Shopping Centre

4/5(152 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.

Ballina Fair Shopping Centre

Activities

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Surfing Lesson in Lennox Head

NZ$70
Per adult
Surfing Lesson in Lennox Head
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Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day

NZ$53
Per adult
Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day
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Private Surf Lessons Kool Katz 1 Day

NZ$138
Per adult
Private Surf Lessons Kool Katz 1 Day
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Cruise with Dolphins in Byron Bay

NZ$102
Per adult
Cruise with Dolphins in Byron Bay
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Byron Bay Hinterland: National Park and Waterfalls Tour

NZ$181
Per adult
Byron Bay Hinterland: National Park and Waterfalls Tour
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3-Hour Small-Group Byron Bay Tour

NZ$106
Per adult
3-Hour Small-Group Byron Bay Tour
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Our pick of the best West Ballina Hotel Deals

Discovery Parks - Byron Bay
Discovery Parks - Byron Bay
3.5 out of 5
399 Ewingsdale Road, Byron Bay, NSW
The price is NZ$146 per night from 21 May to 22 May
NZ$146
per night
21 May - 22 May
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly holiday park in Byron Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Great affordable option, highly recommend"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Discovery Parks - Byron Bay
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 NZ$189 per night from 18 May to 19 May
NZ$189
per night
18 May - 19 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Ballina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (463 reviews)
"The staff was really welcoming, friendly and helpful. Disappointed about the spa, thought it would be warm to relax and soak but it was as cold as the pool 😞"

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2024

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 NZ$173 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
NZ$173
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Ballina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Big Prawn and Saunders Oval are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (477 reviews)
"The property is old, but kept clean. It can be noisy with traffic and the walls are thin. But the location is good with Dan Murphy next door and a great Tavern 5 minutes away on foot. It was a comfortable stay."

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2024

Econo Lodge Chaparral Motel Ballina
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 NZ$203 per night from 19 May to 20 May
NZ$203
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ballina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Great propert right on the Richmond River."

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron
Vali Byron
Vali Byron
3 out of 5
1 Lateen Ln, Byron Bay, NSW
The price is NZ$198 per night from 16 May to 17 May
NZ$198
per night
16 May - 17 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Byron Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (118 reviews)
Button Bay roadtrip
"Bryon Bay was amazing- location was central and easy to walk. Parking was offered and easy. Staff was friendly and helpful. Nice clean hotel."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Vali 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 NZ$201 per night from 29 May to 30 May
NZ$201
per night
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Byron Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (852 reviews)
"This review is based on a king room, not apartment. The room is a small and dark, but very clean. Great location about 3 blocks from beach and near many restaurants. Free covered parking was very convenient."

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments
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Other neighbourhoods around West Ballina

Ballina which includes a beach

East Ballina

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

East Ballina
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Skennars Head

If you're spending some time in Skennars Head, Sharpe's Beach and Angels 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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