East Ballina Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A sandy beach with waves crashing onto the shore and a rocky breakwater in the background.
A beach with waves, a rocky breakwater, and people walking along the shore.
A beach with a paved path, greenery, and people on the sand.
A coastal beach with turquoise waters, sandy shore, and a forested hill in the background.
A sandy beach with waves, people, and some greenery.

Stay near popular East Ballina attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best East Ballina Hotel Deals

Discovery Parks - Ballina

Discovery Parks - Ballina

4.5 out of 5
25 Fenwick Drive East Ballina NSW
The price is NZ$167 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$167
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury holiday park in Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
Discovery Parks - Ballina
Ballina Beach Resort

Ballina Beach Resort

3 out of 5
Compton Drive (Corner Cedar Crescent) East Ballina NSW
The price is NZ$209 per night from 18 July to 19 July
NZ$209
18 July - 19 July
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! (606 reviews)
"we enjoyed how peaceful and quite it was"

Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Ballina Beach Resort
Reflections Shaws Bay - Holiday Park

Reflections Shaws Bay - Holiday Park

3 out of 5
1 Brighton Street East Ballina NSW
The price is NZ$195 per night from 15 July to 16 July
NZ$195
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach holiday park in Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Missingham Park and Lighthouse Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (86 reviews)
"very close to the water with a lovely view. The check in staff were very polite, friendly and helpful. The cabin we stayed in was clean and tidy, well equipped but a bit tired especially in the bathroom. Pet friendly with a secure balcony for the dog."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Reflections Shaws Bay - Holiday Park
Grandview Apartments Ballina

Grandview Apartments Ballina

4 out of 5
3-7 Grand View Street East Ballina NSW
The price is NZ$486 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$486
7 July - 8 July
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 ...
Grandview Apartments Ballina
Quality Hotel Ballina

Quality Hotel Ballina

2 out of 5
Corner Compton Drive and Cedar Crescent, 76 Ballina NSW
Stay at this resort in Ballina. Enjoy a sauna, a business centre and a garden. Popular attractions Lighthouse Beach and Shelly Beach are located nearby.
Quality Hotel Ballina
Drifter Byron Bay

Drifter Byron Bay

3 out of 5
1 Lateen Ln Byron Bay NSW
The price is NZ$167 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$167
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Byron Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (229 reviews)
"A friendly and stylish Hostel conveniently located to all amenities and services."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Drifter Byron Bay
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.

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.

Ballina Central

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

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.



East Ballina Travel Guide

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