East Ballina Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Ballina
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 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 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 District Hospital
If Ballina District Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Ballina.
Activities
Byron Bay: Brunswick River Scenic Kayak Tour
AU$60
per adult
Byron Bay: Behind The Bay Waterfalls & Hidden Gems Day Tour
AU$129
per adult
From Byron Bay: Learn to Surf Half-Day Tour
AU$89
per adult
Byron Bay: Group 2.5 Hour Stand-Up Paddle Board Tour
AU$85
per adult
Our pick of the best East Ballina Hotel Deals
Ballina Beach Resort
Compton Drive (Corner Cedar Crescent) East Ballina NSW
The price is AU$212 per night from 18 Dec to 19 Dec
AU$212
18 Dec - 19 Dec
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (573 reviews)
Clean room, great location
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Discovery Parks - Ballina
25 Fenwick Drive East Ballina NSW
The price is AU$184 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
AU$184
14 Dec - 15 Dec
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (678 reviews)
Cabin was excellent, comfy bed. Everything we needed. Did very much appreciate the aircon being on for our arrival, was an extremely hot day. Will visit again .
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Grandview Apartments Ballina
3-7 Grand View Street East Ballina NSW
The price is AU$284 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
AU$284
7 Dec - 8 Dec
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (121 reviews)
Felt very privileged to be upgraded to the penthouse. Spacious, clean, well equipped with a great view!
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Reflections Shaws Bay - Holiday Park
1 Brighton Street East Ballina NSW
Stay at this beach holiday park in Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Missingham Park and Lighthouse Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (67 reviews)
Cabin was clean and tidy. BBQ on the deck was great. Maybe have some oil, salt and pepper available. That would be great.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Ballina Beach Nature Resort
440 South Ballina Beach Road South Ballina NSW
The price is AU$131 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
AU$131
15 Dec - 16 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in South Ballina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Richmond River Nature Reserve and Ballina Naval ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (276 reviews)
Good location, fantastic amenities, the pool and water park are too notch, the beach and national park are stunning. The staff were friendly and hospitable. The glamping tents are a fantastic thing. I will be back, hopefully for longer next time.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Elements of Byron
144 Bayshore Drive Byron Bay NSW
The price is AU$535 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$535
8 Dec - 9 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Byron Bay. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Belongil Beach and Cumbebin Swamp Nature Reserve ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (212 reviews)
Do not book the Studio room! Upgrade to the Villa or don’t stay here. The Studio rooms are barely bigger than a prison cell and are nowhere near 5 star hotel quality. The property is neat and the staff are so nice. Just don’t book the Studio rooms.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
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.
Other neighbourhoods around East Ballina
Ballina Central
While visiting Ballina Central, you might make a stop by sights like Ballina Racecourse and Ballina Fair Shopping Centre.
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.
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.
East Ballina Travel Guide
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