Title: Visit West Ballina: Best of West Ballina, Ballina Travel 2025 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in West Ballina](https://expedia.ca/West-Ballina-Ballina-Hotels.0-n6143538-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-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)[West Ballina Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-West-Ballina.d6143538.Car-Rental-Guide)[West Ballina Vacations](https://expedia.ca/West-Ballina.d6143538.Destination-Travel-Guides) # West Ballina ## Ballina ## Visit West Ballina 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) #### Big Prawn Learn about the local history of Ballina when you spend time at Big Prawn. Wander the riverfront and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Big-Prawn-West-Ballina.d553248621563223371.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 Golf Club Enjoy a round of golf in Ballina at Ballina Golf Club. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Ballina-Golf-Club-East-Ballina.d6179394.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) ### Things to do ![Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1400380/bd02ded1-87c1-4945-af4e-e149b3418885.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kayaking with Dolphins in Byron Bay Guided Tour CA $82 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/kayaking-with-dolphins-in-byron-bay-guided-tour.a1400380.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) ![Byron Bay: Brunswick River Scenic Kayak Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4516527/9e4e1e47-f03e-4265-83be-ef5449365ab6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Byron Bay: Brunswick River Scenic Kayak Tour CA $55 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/byron-bay-brunswick-river-scenic-kayak-tour.a4516527.activity-details) ![From Byron: Half Day Learn to Surf Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47262553/ee9af139-e74c-4ec3-93fd-ba280cfec1cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Byron Bay: Learn to Surf Half-Day Tour CA $82 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-byron-bay-learn-to-surf-half-day-tour.a47262553.activity-details) ![Experience The Thrill](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1401642/5a186bca-1ea5-40e3-8846-b264049f4154.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Experience The Thrill Half Day Surf School in Byron Bay CA $78 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/experience-the-thrill-half-day-surf-school-in-byron-bay.a1401642.activity-details) ![Cape Byron Aboriginal Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3090209/61a0c8d9-37e1-4a58-b455-2a30c90e16c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cape Byron Aboriginal Tour CA $69 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cape-byron-aboriginal-tour.a3090209.activity-details) [See all activities in Ballina](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Ballina.d643.Travel-Guide-Activities) * * * ## West Ballina Hotel Deals ![Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1371400/1371354/2122606b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre 1 Ronan Place, West Ballina, NSW CA $131 CA $145 total Oct 26 - Oct 27 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Ballina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (618 reviews) Was a little disappointed with the all you can eat buffet. We dined at 6.45 and the food on offer was very minimal and not restocked. Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F10%2F2025&endDate=27%2F10%2F2025&selected=1371354&PinnedHotelID=1371354&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6143538) ![Econo Lodge Chaparral Motel Ballina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629800/9629795/177150fa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Econo Lodge Chaparral Motel Ballina 486 River Street, West Ballina, NSW CA $140 CA $154 total Oct 26 - Oct 27 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Ballina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Big Prawn and Saunders Oval are located nearby. 8.8/10 Excellent! (495 reviews) Clean and helpful stakk Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F10%2F2025&endDate=27%2F10%2F2025&selected=9629795&PinnedHotelID=9629795&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6143538) ![Discovery Parks - Byron Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3090000/3081200/3081121/dfd58d2a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Discovery Parks - Byron Bay 399 Ewingsdale Road, Byron Bay, NSW Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay CA $134 CA $134 total Nov 13 - Nov 14 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly holiday park in Byron Bay. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and free water park access. Our guests praise the helpful ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) The cabin and general facilities at Discovery Park Byron Bay was excellent and exceeded expectations. Staff were super friendly and helpful, the cabin itself had everything I needed and the park was super chill. 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