East Ballina Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A lighthouse with a wooden door, surrounded by trees, against a sunset sky.
A sandy beach with waves crashing onto the shore and a rocky breakwater in the background.
A coastal beach with turquoise waters, sandy shore, and a forested hill in the background.
A sandy beach with waves, people, and some greenery.
A coastal path leading to a beach with palm trees and ocean waves.

Stay near popular East Ballina attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best East Ballina Hotel Deals

Reflections Shaws Bay - Holiday Park

Reflections Shaws Bay - Holiday Park

3 out of 5
1 Brighton Street East Ballina NSW
The price is NZ$222 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$222
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach holiday park in Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gawandii Beach and Serpentine Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (97 reviews)
"Very comfortable cabin with all amenities and dog friendly. Location is fantastic close to the Shaws Bay Hotel, Beaches and Ballina town center. Will definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Reflections Shaws Bay - Holiday Park
Ballina Beach Resort

Ballina Beach Resort

3 out of 5
Compton Drive (Corner Cedar Crescent) East Ballina NSW
The price is NZ$229 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$229
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Lighthouse ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (616 reviews)
"Good location, staff on front desk were helpful. Some parts of the resort look a bit tired, could do with a birthday. The pool area is being upgraded and will be great when complete."

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Ballina Beach Resort
Grandview Apartments Ballina

Grandview Apartments Ballina

4 out of 5
3-7 Grand View Street East Ballina NSW
The price is NZ$466 per night from 10 Dec to 11 Dec
NZ$466
10 Dec - 11 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach apartment in Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Shelly Beach and Lighthouse Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (147 reviews)
"3 bedroom apartment was spacious and beautifully furnished.kitchen well equipped, very comfortable beds and 2 bathrooms. The river view was wonderful. Easy walk to cafes and coffee. A great place to holiday. The only downside was the parking allocated. Our small suv couldn’t open the boot door fully ..."

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

Grandview Apartments 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$252 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$252
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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. ...
Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron
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$171 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$171
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (747 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful and friendly. We travelled with our dog and our room was very comfortable. Convenient location."

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2026

Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre
Glen Villa Resort

Glen Villa Resort

2.5 out of 5
80-86 Butler Street Byron Bay NSW
The price is NZ$181 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$181
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Byron Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
Glen Villa Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in East Ballina

Find the best East Ballina areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

Ballina Central

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

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.

Skennars Head

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

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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