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Set alongside the sparkling waters of beautiful Shaw's Bay lake, Discovery Parks - Ballina offers a range of accommodation to suit all budgets including bungalows, cabins and powered caravan and camping sites, all with waterfront options. Park facilities include a swimming pool, waterpark, modern camp kitchen, jumping pillow, mini golf course, indoor games room, kids nook, TV room and gymnasium. Nearby activity options include cycling, paddleboarding, fishing, golfing or just relaxing by the pool. Discovery Parks - Ballina is a tranquil retreat where simple pleasures offer their own reward.
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Deluxe 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom cabins are well appointed and contain everything you need (except an oven). Clean and staff were friendly. Enjoyed the games room, jumping pillow and free mini golf. The BBQ areas are also close to these cabins. An excellent choice of accommodation for families.
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
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One night stop over so didn’t get to use the facilities are activities but everything looks clean, neat and well maintained. We had an economy cabin. Water pressure great, everything works, hanger in shower to put shampoo etc in (sounds like a small thing but it’s really important but rare). They provide soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash and body lotion, dish detergent etc. everything was clean and well maintained.
After hours key collection was easy and all the info about the park was included. Staff were great.
If you can afford it go for the queen bed cabin - it’s worth it.
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Date of stay: July 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Teagan White, Owner at Discovery Parks - Ballina
Responded 14 July 2021
G’day, thanks for taking 5 to provide your review. We’re pleased to know you had a great stay with us at Discovery Parks - Ballina and are especially glad everything was sparkling clean in your cabin. We do try and think of things that can make a guest feel at home and by doing the small things, such as hanger in the shower. We always aim to provide a beautiful environment inside and out for our guests and we’re really happy to read we nailed it in your eyes! We look forward to having you stay again. Kind Regards, the Discovery Parks team.
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The park was in a great location. Accomodation was tidy. The owner of the park was walking around the grounds and was happy to stop for a chat. Very friendly. They have a really cool putt putt set up that you can play any time for free. Heaps of nice places to walk to
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Date of stay: October 2024Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Small but comfortable cabin. Beautiful walk along the bay. Can either kayak or drive to the pub across the bay.
Stayed in a room with a double and 2 sets of bunks, that can still sleep 6 if there are small children
Bathroom a bit small, but did the job
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Given the lack of accommodation in the area due to floods, the price was reasonable. However the cabin listed as 6 berth would only be suited to a married couple with two teenagers and two toddlers.
Luckily I was just sharing with a cricket mate. Everything worked and we enjoyed our stay. Would have been nice to have secure parking for extra vehicle.
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Date of stay: December 2022
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I asked for a dog friendly site and was given one the furtherest from all amenities. When I saw where I was I asked the young lady at reception could I please be closer to toilets. She made no attempt to find any other spot or she could have offered me an ensuite which I would have paid for - she just said “ you’ll be right it’s not that far !” It was way too far . I explained my very small RV doesn’t have a toilet. At the back of my site was no fence and it lead onto the walking path on the river which anyone could access. I travel alone . The toilets and showers are old and neat but not many of them. Glad I’m here one night only
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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The park staff at reception were welcoming and helpful. The 3br waterfront cabin was a great location and we were really happy with our choice. The cabin is basic and could do with improvements. For example the remote was missing for the bedroom TV, privacy screen between cabins verandahs would be nice and more towels/blankets would be helpful.
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Date of stay: June 2024
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Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:3 BR waterfront cabins are delightful, close proximity to most things in the park. Bring extra...
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I stayed here with my partner and son for two nights, the park is in a great location and is a smaller size compared to others which I like. Unfortunately our fridge was not working but we rang reception and in no time one of the staff had arrived with a key to a vacant cabin to use the fridge until ours could be replaced in the morning which it was. Our cabin was clean and the bed was comfy. The jumping pillow was a bit with our son as was the playground, due to COVID we couldn't use the games room but it did look good. We would stay again.
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Date of stay: July 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Discovery Parks Marketing, Owner at Discovery Parks - Ballina
Responded 21 July 2020
Hi there, thanks for staying with us at Discovery Parks - Ballina and taking 5 to leave your feedback. We're so glad you loved your stay with us and that your son had an awesome time! We can't wait to welcome you back again soon. Kind Regards, the Discovery Parks team.
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We had a family reunion at Discovery Parks- Ballina in February 2023. Our group consisted of 65 people (including children). The staff at the park were incredible, very accommodating, booked us all as close as possible and were very helpful with any request to make our gathering fantastic. Most of us stayed in the waterfront cabins, which were all beautifully presented and very comfortable. The location and facilities were excellent for a large group of people. We all absolutely loved our stay and would highly recommend! Thank you Jesse, Irene, Kris and team :)
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Room Tip:Waterfront cabins excellently placed in position to the water, able to easily walk down or sit...
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We stayed on Thu 16 May 2024, 1 night, Cabin. This Park location is great stop-over while cruising up the East Coast. (In our opinion, Ballina is nicer option than busy Byron). Location is close to the beach, and a car drive to the town. Well run, clean, efficient, great and helpful staff. Recommended.
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Date of stay: May 2024
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Hi Melanie,
Please visit our website or phone 02 6686 3953 to check availability and pricing. Our staff can provide you with a quote for your preferred dates.
There are more places to choose from in the Ballina area.
PRICE RANGE
AU$141 - AU$190 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Ballina Lakeside Holiday Park
LOCATION
AustraliaNew South WalesBallina ShireBallina
NUMBER OF ROOMS
53
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