West Ballina Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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Big Prawn

4/5(1 review)

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
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Ballina Golf Club

4/5(1 review)

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
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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
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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

Activities

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Surfing Lesson in Lennox Head

AU$65
Per adult
Surfing Lesson in Lennox Head
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Byron Bay: Cruise with Dolphins Tour

AU$95
Per adult
Byron Bay: Cruise with Dolphins Tour
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Cruise with Dolphins in Byron Bay

AU$95
Per adult
Cruise with Dolphins in Byron Bay
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Our pick of the best West Ballina Hotel Deals

Discovery Parks - Byron Bay
Discovery Parks - Byron Bay
3.5 out of 5
399 Ewingsdale Road, Byron Bay, NSW
The price is AU$136 per night from 6 May to 7 May
AU$136
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly holiday park in Byron Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Cabin was terrific - perfect for my 2 kids and I. There was a mess up with booking - a 2 sleeper had been booked, despite specifying 3 on my booking. Reception resolved this at no cost to me."

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2024

Discovery Parks - Byron Bay
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 AU$175 per night from 1 May to 2 May
AU$175
per night
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Ballina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (462 reviews)
"The staff was really welcoming, friendly and helpful. Disappointed about the spa, thought it would be warm to relax and soak but it was as cold as the pool 😞"

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2024

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 AU$166 per night from 21 May to 22 May
AU$166
per night
21 May - 22 May
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Ballina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Big Prawn and Saunders Oval are located nearby. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (477 reviews)
"The property is old, but kept clean. It can be noisy with traffic and the walls are thin. But the location is good with Dan Murphy next door and a great Tavern 5 minutes away on foot. It was a comfortable stay."

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2024

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 AU$200 per night from 9 May to 10 May
AU$200
per night
9 May - 10 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ballina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a marina. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Great staff"

Reviewed on 26 Apr. 2024

Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron
Vali Byron
Vali Byron
3 out of 5
1 Lateen Ln, Byron Bay, NSW
The price is AU$180 per night from 16 May to 17 May
AU$180
per night
16 May - 17 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Byron Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (113 reviews)
We will now stay here whenever we come to Byron!
"The staff were friendly and the room was immaculately clean. Such a comfortable bed and the functions available on the massive television for casting was a so useful! As for the location - perfection!"

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2024

Vali 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 AU$190 per night from 8 May to 9 May
AU$190
per night
8 May - 9 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Byron Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (847 reviews)
"Helpful staff & great location"

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2024

Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments
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Other neighbourhoods around West Ballina

Ballina which includes a beach

East Ballina

East Ballina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ballina Golf Club and Shelly Beach.

East Ballina
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Skennars Head

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

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