Ballina Central Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Ballina which includes a bay or harbour
Ballina which includes an administrative building and street scenes
Ballina featuring a bay or harbour and outdoor art
Ballina featuring street scenes and an administrative building
Ballina showing street scenes and an administrative building

Popular places to visit

Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre

Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre

4/5(19 reviews)

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

4/5(1 review)

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

4/5(152 reviews)

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 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

Ballina Racecourse

You can take time to visit Ballina Racecourse during your travels to Ballina. Wander through the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area.

Ballina Racecourse

Activities

Bangalow Native Bush Food Tour

Bangalow Native Bush Food Tour

AU$75
per adult
Bangalow Native Bush Food Tour
Byron Bay: 2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson

Byron Bay: 2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson

AU$89
per adult
Byron Bay: 2-Hour Small Group Surf Lesson
Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour

Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour

AU$89
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour
Byron Bay: Brunswick River Scenic Kayak Tour

Byron Bay: Brunswick River Scenic Kayak Tour

AU$60
per adult
Byron Bay: Brunswick River Scenic Kayak Tour
Byron Bay: Waterfalls and Hidden Gems Day Tour

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

AU$129
per adult
Byron Bay: Behind The Bay Waterfalls & Hidden Gems Day Tour
From Byron: Half Day Learn to Surf Tour

From Byron Bay: Learn to Surf Half-Day Tour

AU$89
per adult
From Byron Bay: Learn to Surf Half-Day Tour
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Our pick of the best Ballina Central Hotel Deals

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 AU$250 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$250
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ballina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Always stay here on our way to Brisbane. Very welcoming staff. Had a great view of the river from our balcony. Bed was very comfortable. Easy walk to RSL for dinner along the boardwalk and lovely breakfast nextdoor at Leheme😊"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron
The Cubana Ballina

The Cubana Ballina

3 out of 5
329 River St, Ballina, NSW
The price is AU$167 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$167
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Ballina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (349 reviews)
"Second time visit and the high standards have been maintained."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

The Cubana Ballina
Comfort Inn All Seasons

Comfort Inn All Seasons

3 out of 5
301 River Street, Ballina, NSW
The price is AU$173 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$173
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Ballina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (383 reviews)
"We stayed in one of the recently renovated rooms it was done very well and very comfortable the bathroom was spacious and the room was spotless. The reception lady was welcoming and helpful . We had an overnight stay and could walk to nearby restaurants for dinner. Overall very pleased with the ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Comfort Inn All Seasons
Ballina Homestead Motel

Ballina Homestead Motel

4 out of 5
Cnr Cherry Street & Fox Street, Ballina, NSW
The price is AU$160 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$160
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Ballina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (831 reviews)
"pleasant stay"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Ballina Homestead Motel
Ballina Palms Boutique Motel

Ballina Palms Boutique Motel

4 out of 5
Cnr Owen Street & Bentinck Street, Ballina, NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$165 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$165
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Ballina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (811 reviews)
"Immaculately clean and well equipped motel with everything plus more. Lovely pool setting, walkable distance to town with a variety of eating options. Highly recommend"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Ballina Palms Boutique Motel
River Street Motel

River Street Motel

3 out of 5
285-287 River Street, Satnavmay require 285 Pac Hwy West, Ballina, NSW
The price is AU$153 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$153
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Ballina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (373 reviews)
"It suited our needs. Stayed before in the past. Close to everything."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

River Street Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around 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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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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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 featuring rocky coastline, a bay or harbour and surf

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 featuring 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

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