Accommodation in Ballina

Many visitors start their Northern Rivers Holiday by arriving at the Ballina – Byron Bay Airport. Flights are available for reasonable cost from most Australian Cities.

There is more to Ballina than an Airport! Ballina is the largest of the coastal towns with a resident population of 40,000. Ballina offers a diverse range of affordable accommodation and plenty to do with an Olympic pool and waterslide, golf, tennis, lawn bowls, walking, cycling, ten pin bowling, skate park, cinema complex, shopping centres.

Ballina has beautiful surf beaches and the Richmond River provides a network of waterways for boating, fishing and sailing. Recently redeveloped, the River Street area has numerous restaurants and cafés to sit back in and relax.

Ballina Shire encompasses a large area of the North Coast ranging from the ocean to the charming hinterland village of Alstonville, north to Lennox Head. The natural beauty of the area makes it a favourite holiday destination that is often overlooked as people rush to Byron Bay. More and more people are discovering Ballina has it’s own hidden treasures.

 

Byron Hinterland

The Byron Bay Hinterland is made up of a large area of rolling hills, forest, country lanes and panoramic vistas – all withing 30 minutes of Byron Bay. Here visitors can come home to enjoy quiet and peaceful settings after a energetic day at the cosmopolitan ‘Bay’.

The ‘Hinterland’ starts at Bangalow and is best known for villages of Federal, Newrybar, Rosebank, The Channon, Clunes and Mullumbimby. For many, the Hinterland extends as far as Lismore and Nimbin.

In the Hinterland, you can be as busy as you like with day trips to magnificent National Parks and Nature Reserves where you can try horse riding, bush walking or cycling. You’ll find pristine rainforest, secluded waterfalls, and abundant nature. You’ll also find village cafes and quaint country pubs, artist workshops, colourful markets and perhaps that perfect picnic spot.

 

Byron Bay Accommodation

Byron Bay is Australia’s most Easterly Point as well as one of Australia’s most famous holiday destinations. Visitors come to Byron Bay from around the world seeking seeking an alternative lifestyle holiday. In Byron Bay, you’ll find lots to do. Great beaches, great restaurants, fantastic night life as well as art, natural therapies, yoga and meditation and much more.

Byron Bay is known for it’s a vibrant cafe scene where locals and travellers gather to discuss politics, art and culture. Don’t be surprised if you meet someone famous as everyone seems to pass through Byron Bay.  There is so much to discover in this unique town. Byron Bay’s  accommodation ranges from five star luxury resorts and villas to backpacker hostels. Whatever your taste, you will always find the perfect place to enjoy your stay.

From pristine beaches to sub-tropical rainforest, there is a lot to see and do. There is a full calendar of festivals, concerts and events, weekly craft and produce markets, live music and theatre, and daily tours and activities available.