Skennars Head
Ballina
Visit Skennars Head
Popular places to visit
Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre
You can take time to visit Lake Ainsworth Sport and Recreation Centre during your travels to Ballina. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Pat Morton Lookout
You can find out about the history of Ballina when you stop by Pat Morton Lookout. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Ballina Racecourse
You can take time to visit Ballina Racecourse during your travels to Ballina. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area.
Ballina Fair Shopping Centre
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Ballina Fair Shopping Centre during your visit to Ballina. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area.
Ballina Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Ballina at Ballina Golf Club. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this relaxing area.
Boulder Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Boulder Beach during your trip to Ballina? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Chill Out at Byron Bay from Gold Coast (Transfer Only)
Byron Bay: The Byron Bay Sea Kayak Tour
From Byron Bay: Learn to Surf Half-Day Tour
Byron Bay: Brunswick River Scenic Kayak Tour
Top hotels in Skennars Head
Tasman Holiday Parks - Ballina
Highly recommend! Especially for travelling with kids. The cabin was clean and beautiful, staff was incredible, and the amenities are amazing- swimming pool and big playground for kids!
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
Byron Bay Hotel & Apartments
everything expected of beach hotel, only grumble I had is the bed was two pushed together singles not a proper king, being tall and heavy made it a rough sleep
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
Ballina Beach Nature Resort
Location, helpful staff
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
Discovery Parks - Byron Bay
Room was of a good standard but needs refurbishment.
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
Glen Villa Resort
Easy Access, Good staff, room clean, super hot shower.
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026
Elements of Byron
Do not book the Studio room! Upgrade to the Villa or don’t stay here. The Studio rooms are barely bigger than a prison cell and are nowhere near 5 star hotel quality. The property is neat and the staff are so nice. Just don’t book the Studio rooms.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Skennars Head
East Ballina
East Ballina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shelly Beach and Lighthouse Beach.
Ballina Central
While visiting Ballina Central, you might make a stop by sights like Ballina Racecourse and Ballina Fair Shopping Centre.
Lennox Head
Lennox Head is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Lennox Head Beach and Seven Mile Beach while in the area.
North Creek
North Creek is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Lennox Head Beach and Seven Mile Beach.
West Ballina
Bars and shopping are notable features of West Ballina. You might consider a stop by Big Prawn while you're exploring the neighborhood.
