West Ballina 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

Big Prawn

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

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

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 West Ballina

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 ฿3,318 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿3,318
฿3,650 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (607 reviews)
"Room was warm and comfortable. Nothing I really didn't like."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

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 ฿3,241 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿3,241
฿3,565 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Big Prawn and Saunders Oval are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (494 reviews)
"Clean and helpful stakk"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

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 ฿3,756 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
฿3,756
฿4,132 total
2 Oct - 3 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 13 Oct to 14 Oct
฿10,068
฿11,075 total
13 Oct - 14 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 ฿5,060 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
฿5,060
฿5,566 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
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Other neighbourhoods around West Ballina

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
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
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Skennars Head

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

West Ballina Travel Guide