Pet Friendly
Accommodation Rooms

Pet Friendly Accommodation in Ballina NSW

Travelling with your dog? We’ve got a spot for your furry family member too.
Looking for pet friendly accommodation in Ballina that truly welcomes your dog? At Ballina Byron Islander Resort, we understand pets are part of the family — that’s why we offer a limited number of dedicated pet friendly rooms for responsible dog owners.

These ground floor rooms are conveniently located, fitted with baby gates to ensure your dog stays within the designated tiled areas, and provide easy access to resort facilities and nearby dog-friendly parks and beaches.

Please Note:

  • Only 3 pet friendly rooms available – must be booked in advance.
  • Unavailable during peak/shoulder holiday periods (e.g. Christmas, Easter, School Holidays).
  • Pet fee: $25 per stay.
  • Refundable bond: $125 – returned if the room passes post-stay inspection.

Room Types

Standard Twin – Pet Friendly

A comfortable and practical room with a queen bed and a single bed, plus direct access to garden areas.
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Features

  • Suitable for up to 3 guests
  • Peaceful garden setting
  • Baby gate fitted to restrict access to tiled areas
  • Pet fee and bond apply

Executive Twin – Pet Friendly

Upgrade to a more spacious room with tropical garden views.
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bed-icon2 beds
Pet friendly

Features

  • Suitable for up to 3 guests
  • Peaceful garden setting
  • Baby gate fitted to restrict access to tiled areas
  • Pet fee and bond apply

Interconnecting Pet Friendly Option

Travelling with family and a pet? We offer interconnecting Twin Rooms (subject to availability) — one of which is pet friendly.
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Features

  • Sleeps up to 6
  • Includes a dedicated dog-friendly room + standard guest room
  • Only bookable by phone

What’s Included in Our Pet-Friendly Rooms?

  • Ground floor location with parking at your door
  • Tiled interior for cleanliness and allergy management
  • Baby gate to keep pets off furniture and carpeted areas
  • Direct access to resort grounds for easy pet walks

Important Pet Policy Details

To ensure a comfortable and safe stay for all guests, please adhere to the following:
  • Pets must not be on furniture, beds, carpet, or in the bathroom
  • Dogs must remain in the tiled area only
  • Dogs must be on a leash at all times in shared areas
  • Dogs must not be left unattended
  • You must clean up after your pet and use the designated bin near the portico
  • Pet owners are responsible for any damage to the room or grounds
  • A fee of $125 applies if a pet is taken into a non-pet-friendly room
If your dog cannot be comfortably confined to the tiled area, unfortunately, we cannot accommodate them.

Nearby Dog-Friendly Beaches

  • Sharpes Beach (Skennars Head) – leash required
  • Angels Beach (East Ballina) – leash required
  • Ballina Spit – leash required
  • Seven Mile Beach (north of Lake Ainsworth) – under effective control
  • Patches Beach (South Ballina, 500m north/south of access road) – under effective control
Dogs are prohibited on all other beaches in Ballina Shire.

Local Vet Services

  • Shaws Veterinary Hospital – 2km – 3/122 Tamar St, Ballina – shawsvetballina.com.au – (02) 6686 7416
  • Ballina Veterinary Hospital – 3km – 14 River St, Ballina – ballinavet.com.au – (02) 6681 5613
  • Racecourse Road Veterinary Hospital – 6km – 25a Racecourse Rd – racecoursevets.com.au – (02) 6681 1608

To Book a Pet Friendly Room:

Please call us directly on (02) 6686 8866 to check availability and secure your stay.