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 District Hospital
If Ballina District Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Ballina.
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.
Activities
Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour
AU$89
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
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
Experience The Thrill Half Day Surf School in Byron Bay
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$206 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$206
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ballina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (566 reviews)
"Friendly staff, was quiet, excellent outdoor facilities"
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Discovery Parks - Ballina
25 Fenwick Drive, East Ballina, NSW
The price is AU$150 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$150
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury holiday park in Ballina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (671 reviews)
"Loved the location, walking paths, easy walk to the pub, beach, coffee shops, takeaway. The camp kitchen was great and also the general facilities. Our cabin was fairly clean, only a couple of bugs found but we were missing a clothes airer that all other cabins appeared to have and would have been ..."
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
Grandview Apartments Ballina
3-7 Grand View Street, East Ballina, NSW
The price is AU$400 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$400
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach apartment in Ballina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Shelly Beach and Lighthouse Beach are ...
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
The price is AU$189 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$189
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach holiday park in Ballina. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Missingham Park and Lighthouse Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (62 reviews)
We’ll be back
"Very spacious, well-appointed cabin; in a great location. And the fluffy bath towels were a lovely surprise."
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025
Discovery Parks - Byron Bay
399 Ewingsdale Road, Byron Bay, NSW
The price is AU$121 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$121
10 Nov - 11 Nov
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! (1,007 reviews)
"A very relaxed place with many amenities available. Clean. Ideal for holidays."
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron
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
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 Fair Shopping Centre and Ballina Jockey Club.
Skennars Head
If you're spending some time in Skennars Head, Angels Beach and Sharpe's 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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- Visit Alstonvale
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- Visit Pearces Creek
- Visit Pimlico Island
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