Title: Visit Ballina Central: Best of Ballina Central, Ballina Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Ballina Central](https://expedia.ca/Ballina-Central-Hotels.d959393835159744512.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Ballina](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Ballina.d643.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Ballina](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Ballina.d643.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Ballina Central Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Ballina-Central.d959393835159744512.Car-Rental-Guide)[Ballina Central Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Ballina-Central.d959393835159744512.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Ballina Central ## Ballina ![Ballina which includes a bay or harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/192000/192223-Byron-Bay.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ballina which includes street scenes and an administrative building](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/192000/192232-Byron-Bay.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ballina showing a bay or harbour and outdoor art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/192000/192229-Byron-Bay.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ballina showing an administrative building and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/192000/192235-Byron-Bay.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ballina which includes street scenes and an administrative building](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/192000/192233-Byron-Bay.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Ballina Central Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Ballina travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Ballina.dx643) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ecada06ddcc32adbe215f8fdee29854e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Ainsworth-Sport-And-Recreation-Centre-Lennox-Head.d553248621587242509.Vacation-Attraction) ![Pat Morton Lookout](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0aa824323218d5848c4db892258c32af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pat Morton Lookout You can find out about the history of Ballina when you stop by Pat Morton Lookout. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Pat-Morton-Lookout-Lennox-Head.d553248621592189650.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ballina Fair Shopping Centre 4/5(1 review) You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Ballina Fair Shopping Centre during your visit to Ballina. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Ballina-Fair-Shopping-Centre-Byron-Bay.d6179396.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ballina Racecourse You can take time to visit Ballina Racecourse during your travels to Ballina. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Ballina-Racecourse-Byron-Bay.d553248621563223375.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ballina District Hospital Though Ballina District Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Ballina while you are here. [](https://expedia.ca/Ballina-District-Hospital-Byron-Bay.d553248621563223373.Vacation-Attraction) #### Saunders Oval Catch an event at Saunders Oval during your trip to Ballina. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Saunders-Oval-Byron-Bay.d553248621563223372.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Byron Bay: Scenic Sunset River Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4561120/120550ae-0064-41ac-8931-06d17c5e0983.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Byron Bay: Scenic Sunset River Cruise CA $51 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/byron-bay-scenic-sunset-river-cruise.a4561120.activity-details) ![Sunset River Cruise near Byron Bay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2047055/8f2b1ec7-4776-4aca-a2be-98d7d42d7332.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sunset River Cruise near Byron Bay CA $51 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sunset-river-cruise-near-byron-bay.a2047055.activity-details) ![Broken Head Aboriginal Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48370615/4f151afe-1592-4b8c-bd16-0437f7ea54c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Broken Head Aboriginal Tour CA $69 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/broken-head-aboriginal-tour.a48370615.activity-details) ![Bangalow Native Bush Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49905392/f554c265-5251-4a94-9746-cea0c8909c94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bangalow Native Bush Food Tour CA $69 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/bangalow-native-bush-food-tour.a49905392.activity-details) ![Broken Head Aboriginal Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4779207/d3a9aa83-79c2-468c-81f7-bcec9c5d5716.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Broken Head Aboriginal Tour CA $69 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/broken-head-aboriginal-tour.a4779207.activity-details) ![Byron Bay: Waterfalls and Hidden Gems Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48330260/f1c78469-1a0c-41d0-bdb4-6914cd7d80ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Byron Bay: Behind The Bay Waterfalls & Hidden Gems Day Tour CA $119 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/byron-bay-behind-the-bay-waterfalls-hidden-gems-day-tour.a48330260.activity-details) [See all activities in Ballina](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Ballina.d643.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Ballina Central Hotel Deals ![Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/990900/990853/36cdd8b7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron 2 Martin Street Ballina NSW CA $162 CA $178 total Dec 22 - Dec 23 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this 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! (1,005 reviews) Convenient Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F12%2F2025&endDate=23%2F12%2F2025&selected=990853&PinnedHotelID=990853&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=959393835159744512) ![The Cubana Ballina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44220000/44219600/44219547/eb61e6b1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Cubana Ballina 329 River St Ballina NSW CA $148 CA $164 total Dec 20 - Dec 21 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this 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! (378 reviews) Clean room, and fast work fixing bedside lamp. Helpful staff with good local recommendations Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F12%2F2025&endDate=21%2F12%2F2025&selected=44219547&PinnedHotelID=44219547&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=959393835159744512) ![Comfort Inn All Seasons](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/178900/178835/4e43a9d0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Comfort Inn All Seasons 301 River Street Ballina NSW CA $149 CA $164 total Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this 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! (387 reviews) The receptionist was exceptional. The cleaners were kind and courteous. Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F01%2F2026&endDate=12%2F01%2F2026&selected=178835&PinnedHotelID=178835&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=959393835159744512) ![Ballina Homestead Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6900000/6894300/6894265/2bfa5822_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ballina Homestead Motel Cnr Cherry Street & Fox Street Ballina NSW CA $135 CA $151 total Dec 20 - Dec 21 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 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! (841 reviews) Cheap, cheerful, clean, tidy and friendly. Great Cafe! 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[](https://expedia.ca/Ballina-Skennars-Head.dx3000413602) ![Lennox Head showing a bay or harbour, rocky coastline and waves](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/192000/192077-Northern-Rivers.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### North Creek North Creek is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Lennox Head Beach and Seven Mile Beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Byron-Bay-North-Creek.dx553248634415684984) ![Lennox Head which includes a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/192000/192441-Lennox-Head.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lennox Head Lennox Head is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Lennox Head Beach and Seven Mile Beach while in the area. 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