Lennox Head Holiday Rentals & Accommodation

A laid-back seaside village in New South Wales, Lennox Head is a popular destination for holidaymakers looking to swim, surf, or simply enjoy the sun. The scenic beauty of the quaint community also adds to its charm. It goes without saying that the Lennox Head area boasts several spectacular beaches where you can spend precious moments – book a beachfront holiday rental to stay close to the action.

Getting to your Lennox Head accommodation

The closest airport to Lennox Head is Ballina, which is a mere 15km drive away. A shuttle service run by Airlink Byron Bay Airbus is available from the airport to Lennox Head. There are also frequent domestic flights to Lismore Airport, situated 45km to the west of Lennox Head.

Trains run directly to Byron Bay (20km away) and Lismore; NSW Trainlink trains run frequently from Sydney and Brisbane to Grafton and Casino, from where you can get a connecting bus service to Lennox Head. Multiple coach services, including Greyhound and Premier Motor Service, run to Ballina and Byron Bay, and ByronEasybus runs directly to Lennox Head from Brisbane Roma St Bus Stop. From there you can catch a taxi or take the local bus service to your destination.

Getting to your holiday rental in Lennox Head by car is even easier. Simply get onto the Pacific Highway, a route known for its incredible coastal views, and follow the signposts.

Where to eat on your Lennox Head holiday

Lennox Head Pizza & Pasta serves up delicious traditional meals along with salads with gourmet toppings. Alternatively, you could book a seat at the Quattro Classic Lennox Head for wood-oven pizza and grilled fish on the terrace.

Che Bon Restaurant Tintenbar gives diners the perfect opportunity to relish authentic French cuisine. In fact, you'd be forgiven for thinking that you're dining at a café in France, given the venue's ambience, decor and, of course, the food.

Fishy Fishy is just the eatery to satiate seafood cravings and gorge on a delicious spread of calamari and shrimp. For late-night grub, dive into a hearty meal at iWok Restaurant & Bar, which is also kid-friendly.

Family holidays in Lennox Head

Take the kids to the Macadamia Castle for a day of fun. The park is home to various animals, including rabbits that children can pet. The little ones can try their hand at mini golf or have a wonderful time watching the bird show. There's also a relaxed and bright café in a theme park where you can dig into delicious meals and desserts made with macadamia nuts.

Ballina Naval & Maritime Museum exhibits a vast collection of memorabilia that will surely pique children's interest. There are fun displays covering the adventures of modern seafarers as well as the lives of pirates. Shaws Bay's pretty beach is just right for spending idyllic moments with your children, either picnicking, camping, or boating.

Sunshine and surfing in Lennox Head

For travellers looking for a surfing paradise on the Gold Coast, Seven Mile Beach in Lennox Head is the perfect destination. As the name suggests, this is a long and exposed beach. With reliable light west winds and a decent amount of swell, this beach is ideal for all surfers.

Named the National Surf Reef 2007, Lennox Head is famous amongst Australian surf spots and is currently the third largest Aussie surfing hotspot. The adrenaline-inducing breakers found at Lennox Point are world-renowned and perfect for anyone really looking to carve up a wave on holiday. If you're lucky, you may even spot a dolphin!

Surfing isn't the only activity on offer. Try kayaking, turtle snorkelling tours, or head to Pat Morton Lookout for a spot of whale-watching in cooler months, then visit one of the excellent cafes along the shoreline for a delicious lunch.

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