Ballina Central Travel Guide
Ballina
Visit Ballina Central
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.
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 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 District Hospital
If Ballina District Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Ballina.
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.
Things to do
Lennox Head: 2-Hour Beginners Surfing Lesson
Top hotels in Ballina Central
Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron
Great location, very good restaurant, spacious rooms and friendly staff
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
The Cubana Ballina
I had a lovely stay at the Cubana in Ballina. They are the friendliest staff I have ever met and always had a smile and a chat. The rooms were spotless and I just loved that I had a kitchen and laundry available anytime of the day. The pool was sparkling and the grounds well cared for. The rooms ...
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Comfort Inn All Seasons
Meals are excellent,staff very friendly,This is a cashless business,not so happy about that.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Ballina Manor Boutique Hotel
If we need to say in Ballina this is the place wonderful owners & staff. We have stayed here many times over the years and doesn't disappoint.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
River Street Motel
Very clean room with everything that we needed. Friendly and helpful reception.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Ballina Palms Boutique Motel
Spotless room, excellent friendly staff. Great location.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ballina Central
East Ballina
East Ballina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shelly Beach and Lighthouse Beach.
West Ballina
Bars and shopping are notable features of West Ballina. You might consider stopping by Big Prawn while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
