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Ballina Beach Nature Resort Overview

Leave the city behind and embark on a journey to your own secluded sanctuary—hidden within nine hectares of wild coastal bushland, just a short and scenic car ferry ride across the Richmond River to South Ballina. Ballina Beach Nature Resort isn’t just a campground, glamping retreat, caravan park, or hotel; it’s a welcoming community. Here, adventurers from near and far can immerse themselves in the natural beauty of NSW’s Ballina and Byron Bay region, surrounded by diverse coastal wildlife. Whether you're a grey nomad, a van-life enthusiast, a nature lover, a couple seeking a romantic escape, or simply stopping by for coffee or takeaway, our beachside accommodation and Turtles Café have everything you need. Our variety of lodging options cater to every budget and style, making it easy to unplug, unwind, and feel at home. Our resort is packed with amenities for all ages, including a refreshing pool, a fun-filled waterpark, a kids’ playground, and an inviting café and bar – perfect for relaxation and enjoyment for everyone!

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Latest Reviews

7/10
Great to have the water play, pedal...
Positive: Great to have the water play, pedal carts and pool area as well as a restaurant serving lunch and dinner.
Ruth
31 Jan, 2026
5/10
One night was enough.
Positive: Looks like a fun place for kids. Negative: Cafe closed on Monday and Tuesday's and no food within miles. Make sure you take your own.
Barbara
28 Jan, 2026
7/10
Location....
Positive: Location.
Eranga
18 Jan, 2026
7/10
Lovely spot and so clean
Positive: Clean structured tent and amenities. Negative: AI response to after hours call is disconcerting and wasted time. So happy to see the a/h human who...
Martina
13 Jan, 2026
5/10
The nice walk to the beach....
Positive: The nice walk to the beach.
Stephan
13 Jan, 2026
7/10
Adventure
Positive: I didn’t know it was across a ferry lots of mosquitoes. No shop around. No milk for tea. Negative: I liked it was a new experience. Everything was...
Beth
08 Jan, 2026
7/10
The water park. The air con. The beds....
Positive: The water park. The air con. The beds. Negative: The long commute to the shops.
Casey
29 Dec, 2025
5/10
Average
Positive: Location near the beach, pool and cabin was nice. Negative: No hot water at all and the stove didn’t work.
Noelle
28 Dec, 2025
8/10
This is a nice set up here in south...
This is a nice set up here in south Ballina. I stayed in one of the cabins, nice isolated beach close by.
Glendon Aitchison
17 Dec, 2025
10/10
Had a caravan site huge sites great...
Had a caravan site huge sites great clean facilities & staff are very friendly and helpful. The car ferry just down the road for $8 to cross the river...
Carol Breeze
16 Dec, 2025

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