Skennars Head 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

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

Ballina Jockey Club

Catch an event at Ballina Jockey Club during your trip to Ballina. Wander through the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area.

Ballina Jockey Club

Things to do

Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour

Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour

฿1,870
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour
Byron Bay: 2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson

Byron Bay: 2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson

฿1,870
per adult
Byron Bay: 2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson
Whale Watching Safari Byron Bay

Whale Watching Safari Byron Bay

฿2,710
per adult
Whale Watching Safari Byron Bay
Byron Bay: Brunswick River Scenic Kayak Tour

Byron Bay: Brunswick River Scenic Kayak Tour

฿1,260
per adult
Byron Bay: Brunswick River Scenic Kayak Tour
Small-Group Surfing Lessons in Byron Bay

Small-Group Surfing Lessons in Byron Bay

฿1,786
per adult
Small-Group Surfing Lessons in Byron Bay
Experience The Thrill

Experience The Thrill Half Day Surf School in Byron Bay

฿1,786
per adult
Experience The Thrill Half Day Surf School in Byron Bay
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Top hotels in Skennars Head

Tasman Holiday Parks - Ballina

Tasman Holiday Parks - Ballina

3 out of 5
35 Skennars Head Rd, Skennars Head, NSW
The price is ฿3,474 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
฿3,474
฿3,474 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star holiday park in Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and housekeeping. Popular attractions Boulder Beach and Sharpe's Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (53 reviews)
"Comforting and adequate for our needs"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Tasman Holiday Parks - 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 ฿3,740 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿3,740
฿4,114 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Comfy bed. Clean and quiet"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron
Discovery Parks - Byron Bay

Discovery Parks - Byron Bay

3.5 out of 5
399 Ewingsdale Road, Byron Bay, NSW
The price is ฿2,848 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
฿2,848
฿2,848 total
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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! (1,006 reviews)
Family friendly
"Great spot with family, lots to do and many options. Clean and tidy and quiet at night which was nice. Perfect option for families staying in Byron bay"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Discovery Parks - Byron Bay
Elements of Byron

Elements of Byron

5 out of 5
144 Bayshore Drive, Byron Bay, NSW
The price is ฿10,068 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿10,068
฿11,075 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
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
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 ฿5,037 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
฿5,037
฿5,541 total
15 Oct - 16 Oct
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (991 reviews)
"Location was great. Rooms were tired and didn’t feel clean."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments
Wollongbar Motel

Wollongbar Motel

3.5 out of 5
19-21 Shirley Street, Byron Bay, NSW
The price is ฿4,584 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
฿4,584
฿5,042 total
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach motel in Byron Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (798 reviews)
Great location
"This hotel offers great location. 100m to great beach and a 2 minute walk in to Main Street all with the convenience of onsite parking. Room was a good size with all the normal appliances expected. On site pool was nice with bbq if required. I really liked the look of the outside of the hotel which ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Wollongbar Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Skennars Head

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 Lighthouse Beach.

East Ballina
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
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
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
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West Ballina

Bars and shopping are notable features of West Ballina. You might consider stopping by Big Prawn while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

West Ballina

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