West Ballina Travel Guide
Ballina


Visit West 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.
Big Prawn
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.
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 Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Ballina at Ballina Golf Club. Wander through the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area.
Top hotels in West Ballina

Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre
Staff were very helpful and friendly, the room was very clean. There is a Restaurant attached, which serves lovely food at very affordable prices and I received a free continental breakfast as part of my booking which was really nice.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Econo Lodge Chaparral Motel Ballina
Large room with king bed. Friendly staff. Several restaurants nearby although we used The Station next door to buy takeaway for a night in to watch the tennis. Bathroom was dated but would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Ballina Beach Nature Resort
Clean Room, awesome water park and pool.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments
Very helpful staff and super comfortable beds
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Discovery Parks - Byron Bay
Great stay in the safari tent. Clean, comfortable, and a really easy way to enjoy camping without the hassle. The campsite was well kept with a nice, relaxed vibe. Would happily stay again.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Glen Villa Resort
Good amenities and friendly staff.Convenient location too
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Ballina

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

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

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

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.
