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

Ballina Golf Club

8.2/10 (44 reviews)
Enjoy a round of golf in Ballina at Ballina Golf Club. Wander through the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area.
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Activities

Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day

Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day

NZ$59
per adult
Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day
Byron Bay Wildlife Sanctuary: Park Entry Ticket

Byron Bay Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket

NZ$36
per adult
Byron Bay Wildlife Sanctuary Entry Ticket
Ballina Surf School

Private Surf Coaching Session in New South Wales

NZ$217
per adult
Private Surf Coaching Session in New South Wales
Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day

Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day

NZ$60
per adult
Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day
Byron Bay: Waterfalls and Hidden Gems Day Tour

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

NZ$157
per adult
Byron Bay: Behind The Bay Waterfalls & Hidden Gems Day Tour
Byron Bay: Brunswick River Scenic Kayak Tour

Byron Bay: Brunswick River Scenic Kayak Tour

NZ$73
per adult
Byron Bay: Brunswick River Scenic Kayak Tour
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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$161 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$161
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (705 reviews)
"Great property"

Reviewed on 16 July 2026

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$207 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
NZ$207
7 Aug - 8 Aug
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 ...
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$190 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$190
18 Aug - 19 Aug
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! (92 reviews)
"Staff were amazing. Room was a little old but still more than adequate and comfortable."

Reviewed on 30 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$478 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
NZ$478
5 Aug - 6 Aug
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! (137 reviews)
"Clean great view will definitely stay again"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

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.
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Quality Hotel Ballina
Waves Byron Bay

Waves Byron Bay

4.5 out of 5
35 Lawson Street Byron Bay NSW
The price is NZ$274 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
NZ$274
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Byron Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (969 reviews)
"Great location and free parking! WiFi was a bit slow but usable."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Waves Byron Bay
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Our guide on where to stay in East Ballina

Find the best East Ballina areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A sandy beach with waves, a wooden fence, and greenery.

Lennox Head

Travellers come to Lennox Head for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Lennox Head Beach and Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre while you're in town.

A large shrimp sculpture in an outdoor setting.

Ballina Central

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

A palm tree by the beach with waves in the background.

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.

A coastal landscape with green hills, a beach, and the ocean.

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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