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Ballina Beach Nature Resort

3.5 star property
Beachside hotel to enjoy outdoor pool and white sand beach

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi
Beach/ocean view
Luxury Glamping Family Tent (No Pets) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi
1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi
3 Bedroom Holiday Pool Villa (No Pets) | View from room
Ballina Beach Nature Resort offers a laid-back atmosphere just steps from Lighthouse Beach. Guests can unwind in the garden or spend time on the sunny terrace while enjoying coffee from the on-site cafe.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Couples Glamping Tent Pet Friendly

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Family Room Pet Friendly | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Standard Family Room Pet Friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Studio Cabin Pet Friendly

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Couples Glamping Tent (No Pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

2 Bedroom Lux Tent, Pet Friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

3 Bedroom Holiday Villa Pet Friendly

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds

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Studio (No Pets) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Studio (No Pets)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Luxury Glamping Lodge (No Pets)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Renovated in 2023
  • 49 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Luxury Swag | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Luxury Swag

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Luxury Glamping Family Tent - Pet Friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 49 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Luxury Glamping Family Tent (No Pets) | Terrace/patio

Luxury Glamping Family Tent (No Pets)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 49 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Villa | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Villa

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Superior Cabin 4 Pet Friendly | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Superior Cabin 4 Pet Friendly

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Renovated in 2023
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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3 Bedroom Holiday Pool Villa (No Pets) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

3 Bedroom Holiday Pool Villa (No Pets)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Large Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
440 South Ballina Beach Road, South Ballina, NSW, 2478

What's nearby

  • Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - 15 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Ballina Golf Club - 19 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Shelly Beach - 20 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Lighthouse Beach - 21 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Lennox Head Beach - 26 min drive - 13.5 miles

Getting around

  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Swish - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Chicken Mania - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Henry Rous - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Dove - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cafe 29 Riverside - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Ballina Beach Nature Resort

Hotel remodeled in 2023 and located near Lighthouse Beach
Located close to Shelly Beach and Ballina Golf Club, Ballina Beach Nature Resort provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, a fish cleaning table, and smoke-free premises
  • A vending machine, luggage storage, and barbecue grills
Room features
All 60 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Furnished balconies or patios, eco-friendly cleaning products, and toasters

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
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 - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of AUD 40 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: AUD 40 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Ballina Beach Nature Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Ballina Beach Nature Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of AUD 40 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Ballina Beach Nature Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ballina Beach Nature Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ballina Beach Nature Resort?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ballina Beach Nature Resort located?

Nestled on the beach, this South Ballina hotel is in a national park and within 25 mi (40 km) of Seven Mile Beach, Lennox Head Beach, and Shelly Beach. Ballina Golf Club and Lighthouse Beach are also within 25 mi (40 km).

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Ballina Beach Nature Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 250 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 250 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 250 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 250 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 250 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The fact it’s there for the whole family and the dog
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful little hideaway! So close to town but far enough away you feel you could be anywhere!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The glamping tent was very comfortable. Enjoyed our stay once we got over the disappointment of the tent not being on or near the beach,as appeared in advert, but facing a big shed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay with kids
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

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

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The tent feel didn't compromise comfort.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Amenities
The property would be good as a destination park ie a week or so stay. For our purpose it turned out to be a long way from Ballina. The bathroom shower was in desperate need of a good clean or regrout as it was very mouldy. Overall though, the cabin was good and we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kacee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet and lovely park
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAMIEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and quite friendly environment
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great for families
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Located at the end of the road in a quiet location across from the beach. The key box setup is fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivienne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Flaming tent was fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a fun location! The glamping was such a special experience!!! The whole tent was so well equipped!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bertold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the welcome and how the team bent over backwards to ensure we were looked after well... Recommend the place AND the people...
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay despite rainy weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sin Man Miu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to beach,nice environment for kids
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The glamping tents were fabulous. Great experience recommend the resort.

8/10 Good

Dilze

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy and safe. The problem was the night noise from neighbors’s cabin. They put an open air cinema with high volume. It was impossible even to talk or watch TV on my place. My small grandson couldn’t sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, Glamping tent was excellent. Highlight was the helpful team who went out of their way to accommodate every request.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place. Lots of birds. We loved it there!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet location with friendly staff. Luxury tents were beyond our expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty much enjoyed everything about the property. Would love to come back and spend more time there !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a very quiet place with new cabins and facilities a ferry service takes you from Ballina to South Ballina and it runs until 12.15am which made it an enjoyable trip back into Ballina for dinner
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

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