Ballina Central

Ballina

Ballina featuring a bay or harbor
Ballina showing street scenes and an administrative buidling
Ballina featuring outdoor art and a bay or harbor
Ballina featuring an administrative buidling and street scenes
Ballina featuring an administrative buidling and street scenes

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

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 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

Things to do

Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day

Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day

RM136
per adult
Group Surfing Lessons Kool Katz 1 day
Lennox Head: 2-Hour Beginners Surfing Lesson

Lennox Head: 2-Hour Beginners Surfing Lesson

RM191
per adult
Lennox Head: 2-Hour Beginners Surfing Lesson
Private Surf Lessons Kool Katz 1 Day

Private Surf Lessons Kool Katz 1 Day

RM357
per adult
Private Surf Lessons Kool Katz 1 Day
Ballina Surf School

Private Surf Coaching Session in New South Wales

RM499
per adult
Private Surf Coaching Session in New South Wales
Behind The Bay - Explore Like a Local

Behind The Bay - Explore Like a Local: Waterfalls/paddleboarding

RM357
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Behind The Bay - Explore Like a Local: Waterfalls/paddleboarding
Mullumbimby

Beyond Byron Hinterland Tour

RM607
per adult
Beyond Byron Hinterland Tour
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Top hotels in Ballina Central

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 RM568 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
RM568
RM624 total
10 Oct - 11 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! (1,001 reviews)
"nice to be near the water"

Reviewed on 3 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 RM447 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
RM447
RM492 total
13 Oct - 14 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! (339 reviews)
"Nice clean room. Tap water is not good. Swimming pool need to be clean. Good value for money"

Reviewed on 3 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 RM443 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
RM443
RM488 total
30 Oct - 31 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! (382 reviews)
"Room was clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 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 RM462 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
RM462
RM508 total
10 Oct - 11 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! (829 reviews)
"Staff made our planned late arrival a breeze. Comfy bed and quiet."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Ballina Homestead Motel
Ballina Palms Boutique Motel

Ballina Palms Boutique Motel

4 out of 5
Cnr Owen Street & Bentinck Street, Ballina, NSW
The price is RM442 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
RM442
RM486 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
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! (810 reviews)
"I had the best experience especially for my last minute booking. I’d definitely go again if I ever visit Byron or Ballina next !"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Ballina Palms Boutique Motel
Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina

Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina

4.5 out of 5
35 Fawcett Street, Ballina, NSW
The price is RM528 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
RM528
RM581 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Ballina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (331 reviews)
"Our 2 bedroom apartment on 1st floor was clean, well maintained and had a nice big spa bath. Nespresso coffee machine with plenty of capsules provided. Some noise at night, as this is in the centre of Ballina."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Riverside Holiday Apartments Ballina
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Other neighbourhoods around Ballina Central

Ballina showing a sandy 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, surf and a bay or harbor

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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