Skennars Head
Ballina
Visit Skennars Head
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.
Boulder Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Boulder Beach during your trip to Ballina? Wander the beautiful beaches 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 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.
Things to do
Chill Out at Byron Bay from Gold Coast (Transfer Only)
Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour
Byron Bay: Behind The Bay Waterfalls & Hidden Gems Day Tour
Top hotels in Skennars Head
Tasman Holiday Parks - Ballina
Highly recommend! Especially for travelling with kids. The cabin was clean and beautiful, staff was incredible, and the amenities are amazing- swimming pool and big playground for kids!
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Glen Villa Resort
Staff were friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Ballina Beach Nature Resort
Ballina Beach Nature resort didn’t tell us the truth as we booked a cabin with a king bed and this was not supplied and said to contact Expedia as you had our money so they couldn’t give a refund We stayed only one night instead of 4, as we didn’t have the correct room Also they are certainly not ...
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments
The location was great, the room was clean however, the bed was very soft and not great for my back.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron
Clean room and good location.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Elements of Byron
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
Other neighbourhoods around Skennars Head
East Ballina
East Ballina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shelly Beach and Lighthouse Beach.
Ballina Central
While visiting Ballina Central, you might make a stop by sights like Ballina Racecourse and Ballina Fair Shopping Centre.
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.
West Ballina
Bars and shopping are notable features of West Ballina. You might consider stopping by Big Prawn while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
