Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre, nestled in West Ballina, offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy al fresco dining at The Terrace Restaurant or lounge by the poolside bar with sun-kissed loungers nearby. Guests praise the helpful staff and love staying connected with in-room WiFi.
Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Ballina District Hospital - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
Ballina Golf Club - 8 min drive - 6.9 km
Shelly Beach - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
Lighthouse Beach - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
Getting around
Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 7 min drive
Lismore, NSW (LSY) - 32 min drive
Lismore Station - 29 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Cafe Swish - 3 min drive
The Dove - 3 min drive
Old Quarter Coffee Merchants - 5 min drive
KFC - 4 min drive
About this property
Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre
Enjoy your visit to Ballina with a stay at Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at The Terrace Restaurant, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. A poolside bar, a terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
40 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 16
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (7 AM - 9 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (2:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 16
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children's menu
Pool gate
What to do
Whale watching nearby
Working away
Business centre
3 meeting rooms
Conference centre (1292 square feet of space)
Services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Pool loungers
Facilities
5 buildings/towers
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Television in common areas
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Low-height worktop and sink
Grab bar near toilet
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Premium digital channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Alarm clock
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Chef
Microwave
High chair
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Dining
The Terrace Restaurant – This poolside restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
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Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 5.50 to 40.00 for adults and AUD 5.50 to 40.00 for children
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 per cent
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
National rating
This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.
Also known as
Ballina Island
Ballina Island Motor Inn
Ballina Motor Inn
Ballina Byron Islander Resort
Byron Islander Resort
Ballina Byron Islander
Byron Islander
Best Western Ballina Island Motor Inn
Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre Motel
Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre West Ballina
Frequently asked questions
Does Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Is parking offered on site at Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre and nearby?
Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre has an outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre?
Yes, The Terrace Restaurant offers al fresco dining, local cuisine and garden views.
Does Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.
What's the area around Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre like?
Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre is in West Ballina, a short 7-minute drive from Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) and 7 minutes' walk from Big Prawn.
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Reviews
Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8
Cleanliness
7.4
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.2
Eco-friendliness
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast options were satisfying and reasonably priced with some substantial items available. (7 reviews)
Parking was convenient and easily accessible right outside the room. (3 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
10 Aug 2025
Great place to stay, spacious room, all amenities for a 1 night stay, clean, quiet, also great complimentary continetal breakfast
Kathleen
Kathleen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Jul 2025
Great venue Restaurant catered for all our dietary needs
Geoff
Geoff, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Jun 2025
Lovely staff making us feel very at home
Clean
Restaurant great after travelling
Comfortable bed
Blackouts
View of garden and pool
Norman
Norman, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Jun 2025
Good value, friendly staff.
Dennis
Dennis, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Jun 2025
Great place. Clean, comfy bed, spacious room with everything you need, quiet , handy position to town and included breakfast. Impressed.
Glenda
Glenda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 May 2025
Room was good size and tidy. Good for a quick 1 night stay
Keith
Keith, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Jun 2025
Lovely and clean nice location front office staff lovely bed was terrible! But overall great stay
Marjory
Marjory, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Jun 2025
Very friendly and helpful staff and people, clean accommodation. Thank you
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jan 2025
Lovely place for an overnight stop
Carolyn
Carolyn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Mar 2025
My nights stay at this hotel was perfect, Sunday check in was amazing, staff where very helpful.
Ross
Ross, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
3 Jan 2025
Nice place to stay for the night.
Sonja
Sonja, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 May 2025
I stayed at this hotel for 2 nights as its was convenient to get to my work. I really enjoyed my stay here the room was very spacious and clean, the staff were amazing and very friendly, my whole experience for the 2 days was 5 *
basera
basera, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Apr 2025
Older resort that has been beautifully renovated, comfortable king bed, roomy car parking easily open doors with cars parked beside you.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Feb 2025
Quiet rooms clean very friendly staff. And a lovely restaurant.
Veronica
Veronica, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Apr 2025
Staff are very friendly and helpful.
The continental breakfast was excellent.
The rooms are large and clean
Cheryl
Cheryl, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Feb 2025
One night stay
Enjoyed our nights stay close enough to Restaurants and Hotels,, as well as a Bar and restaurant onsite. Happy to recommend.
Leonard
Leonard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Jan 2025
Ballina
Clean, quaint, very helpful staff.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 May 2025
Lovely and clean. Well equipped. Lovely staff. Comfortable bed.
Annette
Annette, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Apr 2025
Ideal stay
Convenient location- a little road noise.Staff very friendly and obliging.
Continental breakfast satisfying with reasonably priced more substantial items.
Good value for money especially in a seaside town during school holidays
John
John, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Feb 2025
Good stay & would recommend.
The Resort has a lovely pool area to use. The continental breakfast was great & the room was clean & had everything required for the stay. We a had a great meal in the restaurant one night & would recommend a visit. Overall a very pleasant stay.
James
James, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Mar 2025
Such a friendly and warm welcome and assistance when I left something behind and came back to collect it, also room was spacious with couch, breakfast bench and quite a large room with parking straight outside our door. All in all a great stay thanks so much
Deb
Deb, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 Apr 2025
Made very welcome from the start at reception
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Feb 2025
The staff were so friendly and the properly was lovely a clean, the pool was a big bonus too. Highly recommend staying!
Sophie
Sophie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Jun 2025
I found the property to be clean & comfortable.
The lady in reception was very helpful. Hot water for a morning shower was luke warm only.