Ballina Beach Nature Resort

3.5 star property

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Beach/ocean view
Luxury Family Glamping (No Pets)
Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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440 South Ballina Beach Road, South Ballina, NSW, 2478
  • Place, Richmond River Nature Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lennox Head Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Studio Cabin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Basic Family Cabin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Family Cabin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Lodge (No Pets)

  • Garden view
  • 49 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Family Glamping (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 49 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Family Glamping (No Pets)

  • Garden view
  • 49 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Glamping (No Pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Glamping (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Pool View Luxury Three Bedroom (No Pets)

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Large Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury 3 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Large Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Lodge (Pet Friendly)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Studio Suite (No Pets)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury Swag (No bathroom)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe One Bedroom (No Pets)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Ballina Beach Nature Resort

Guests at this beach hotel will appreciate convenient onsite amenities such as a playground and barbecue grills. Housekeeping is available on request.
Ballina Beach Nature Resort offers 60 accommodations with air conditioning. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This South Ballina hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Ballina Beach Nature Resort, you're just a quick walk from Richmond River Nature Reserve. Free self parking, an outdoor pool, and a bar are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Grab something to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include conference space, laundry facilities, and a car charging station
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 16 mi (25.8 km) from Seven Mile Beach and 16.1 mi (25.9 km) from Lennox Head Beach
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Along with a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Ballina Beach Nature Resort. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Ballina Beach Nature Resort was completed in June 2023.

This 3.5-star South Ballina hotel is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • 61 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2009
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Renovated entire property - June 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: AUD 40 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: AUD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses some solar energy; some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 5:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Ballina Beach Village Dolphin Bay Campground
Village Dolphin Bay Campground
Ballina Beach Village Dolphin Bay
Village Dolphin Bay
Ballina Beach Village Dolphin Bay Apartment
Ballina Beach Village
Ballina Nature South Ballina
Ballina Beach Nature Resort Hotel
Ballina Beach Village Dolphin Bay
Ballina Beach Nature Resort South Ballina
Ballina Beach Nature Resort Hotel South Ballina

Ballina Beach Nature Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 354 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 354 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 354 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 354 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 354 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As alway the cabin was clean staff friendly and helpful nice place to get away from it all but short ferry ride to Ballina shops and services
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The resort was easy to get to via the ferry. The staff were all very friendly and our cabin was clean, but could do with upgrading the stove. The beach walk was a pleasant stroll away and the resort pool was amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Willie

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean Room, awesome water park and pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were welcoming & very helpful, the amenities are amazing! Overall great place to stay, we will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were great and it has a relaxed feel opposed to some places where they micromanage everything.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff are very friendly and helpful. The park facilities are modern clean and well maintained. We really enjoyed our stay and will be back soon.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nelmari

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff really friendly, beautiful location and really nice glamping tent!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the facilities for families. The staff were all friendly and it was everything we needed for our east coast road trip
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An absolute hidden gem! Right on the beach, great pool and water park for the kids, great cafe, great tent!! We will be back!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yoko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good ! We enjoyed to stay there. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

terry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was clean and well equipped and the whole park has a nice ambience
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean quiet and nicely furnished.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Greta place to stay with kids. The glamping renta were awesome and nice and clean. Staff were great. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The aircon works well, bed is comfortable and is in a good location. The ferry trip over was not mentioned in the booking. There are extremely limited food options. Being self sufficient is required as limited cafe hours and no nearby food options. The location is worth it though.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and tidy. The park appeared to be well maintained and the amenities were spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to chill out.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

helen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful resort, excellent entertainment for children
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

RANDI

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The luxury villa was great and had lots of space. Pool and waterslides were clean and lots of fun. Beach a quick walk away was stunning. Cafe and bar were good for a quick easy dinner. Highly recommend. We will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our long weekend stay at the resort. The resort is good for family outings as it has waterpark and pool area for kids. The cabin where we stayed is clean and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Courtenay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and had what we needed. Pool amd waterpark area were great. Would have been good for info on booking to mention the ferry needed to access, but this was easy to do, just some extra time and $ each way.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Bokyung

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The cabin was a bit old, but the staff were friendly, and it was nice to have a beach within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for families
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Tidy room, great facilities, great staff. No notes! Waterslides were a huge hit...
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026