What is West Ballina like?

West Ballina is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its bars and shopping. Consider a visit to Big Prawn as part of your West Ballina travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in West Ballina?

For your stay in West Ballina, Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre is one of the top choices based on our traveller data. Another good option for your stay in the area is Econo Lodge Chaparral Motel Ballina .

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in West Ballina, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in West Ballina.

What is there to do around this Ballina neighbourhood?

Big Prawn is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in West Ballina. Saunders Oval and Ballina Fair Shopping Centre are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Ballina.

Top 10 West Ballina Hotels of 2026

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A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a modern design.

1. Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre

West Ballina

Michelle

RM428 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a painting of a sunset over water, and an air conditioning unit.

2. Econo Lodge Chaparral Motel Ballina

West Ballina

anne

RM489 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A multi-story hotel with balconies and outdoor seating, located near a body of water.

3. Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron

Ballina Central, 4.2 km from West Ballina

Kim

RM719 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A covered outdoor area with a view of a busy street and a body of water.

4. Ballina Heritage Inn

Ballina Central, 3.5 km from West Ballina

Tasi

RM572 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A beach with a rocky breakwater, clear skies, and a sandy shore.

5. The Cubana Ballina

Ballina Central, 2.7 km from West Ballina

Peter

RM464 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A modern dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a bar with a wine rack.

6. Comfort Inn All Seasons

Ballina Central, 3 km from West Ballina

Christopher

RM437 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A two-story building with a balcony, brick facade, and numbered address 227.

7. Richmond Motor Inn

Ballina Central, 3.6 km from West Ballina

Thomas

RM561 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a table, a microwave, a hanging light fixture, and a wardrobe.

8. River Street Motel

Ballina Central, 3.2 km from West Ballina

Andrea

RM446 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with lounge chairs and a gazebo.

9. Ballina Beach Resort

East Ballina, 6.4 km from West Ballina

Alison

RM621 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A neatly made bed with a patterned headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a wooden floor.

10. Ballina Palms Boutique Motel

Ballina Central, 4.8 km from West Ballina

Malgorzata

RM532 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A room with a brick wall, a grey sofa, and a small white table.

11. Coast Inn Motel

Ballina Central, 3 km from West Ballina

Claire

RM431 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.

12. Almare Tourist Motel

Ballina Central, 2.6 km from West Ballina

Michael

RM388 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

13. Ballina Beach Nature Resort

5.5 km from West Ballina

Katrina

RM376 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A room with a fireplace, a television, a chair, and a window with curtains.

14. Ballina Manor Boutique Hotel

Ballina Central, 4.5 km from West Ballina

Fuhai

RM727 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A balcony with a wooden deck, a table with chairs, and a view of the sea.

15. Reflections Shaws Bay - Holiday Park

East Ballina, 5.6 km from West Ballina

Andrew

RM758 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of a lake, and a dock.

16. Riverside Apartments & Hotel Ballina

Ballina Central, 3.9 km from West Ballina

Fay

RM649 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio, a bed, a desk with a chair, and a dog lying on the patio.

17. Ballina Homestead Motel

Ballina Central, 4.2 km from West Ballina

Cynthia

RM569 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A beach with clear skies, calm waves, and a sandy shore.

18. Ballina Colonial Motel

Ballina Central, 4.1 km from West Ballina

Michelle

RM467 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and potted plants.

19. Avlon Gardens Motel - Ballina

Ballina Central, 4 km from West Ballina

james

RM543 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen.

20. Grandview Apartments Ballina

East Ballina, 6.6 km from West Ballina

Belinda

RM1,092 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in West Ballina

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 742 reviews	View
Econo Lodge Chaparral Motel Ballina	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 510 reviews	View
The Cubana Ballina	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 451 reviews	View
Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron	4.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Ballina Heritage Inn	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 653 reviews	View

Where to stay in West Ballina

Find the best West Ballina areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A coastal landscape with a grassy cliff, ocean waves, and a glider in flight.

Lennox Head

Experience this seaside town’s famous right-hand surf break and watch seasoned surfers competing on the waves. Check out the pretty lake and shoreline park.

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A lighthouse with a wooden door, surrounded by trees, against a sunset sky.

East Ballina

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

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A large shrimp sculpture in an outdoor setting.

Ballina Central

While visiting Ballina Central, you might make a stop by sights like Ballina Racecourse and Ballina Fair Shopping Centre.

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A palm tree by the beach with waves in the background.

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.

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A white lighthouse with a wooden door, surrounded by grass and trees, overlooking a calm sea.

Skennars Head

If you're spending some time in Skennars Head, Sharpe's Beach and Angels Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Top West Ballina Hotel Reviews

Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron

8/10 Good

"The location of the hotel was great Close to shops and other cafes and restaurants"

The Sebel Byron Bay

10/10 Excellent

"This was our second stay at the Sebel. We booked a one bedroom unit to have a little more space. It was spacious and had everything a full unit would. Parking was free and ample. The location is as good as it gets for the price and you're spoilt for choice when it comes to venues for dining and drinking. It was wonderfully quiet for such a large unit complex. The weather was quite cool when we were there and it wasn't needed, but their was no aircon in the bedroom. Doors open wide and it may have been able to be felt, but if sharing with another person it may be an issue. Great choice of accommodation."

Ballina Palms Boutique Motel

10/10 Excellent

"We were so surprised by this lovely boutique motel. Attention and care has been placed on the rooms to make them an enjoyable place to be. The decor was lovely. The room was bright and had a proper little kitchen & dining table. All the staff we met were really friendly. We would just suggest taking Earplugs if you're noise sensitive due to nearby traffic noise. We highly recommend this motel and if we pass through Ballina again we'd definitely go back."

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Our top choices for West Ballina hotels

1. Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre

2. Econo Lodge Chaparral Motel Ballina

3. Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron

4. Ballina Heritage Inn

5. The Cubana Ballina

6. Comfort Inn All Seasons

7. Richmond Motor Inn

8. River Street Motel

9. Ballina Beach Resort

10. Ballina Palms Boutique Motel

11. Coast Inn Motel

12. Almare Tourist Motel

13. Ballina Beach Nature Resort

14. Ballina Manor Boutique Hotel

15. Reflections Shaws Bay - Holiday Park

16. Riverside Apartments & Hotel Ballina

17. Ballina Homestead Motel

18. Ballina Colonial Motel

19. Avlon Gardens Motel - Ballina

20. Grandview Apartments Ballina

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Where to stay in West Ballina

Lennox Head

East Ballina

Ballina Central

North Creek

Skennars Head

Top West Ballina Hotel Reviews

Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron

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