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• Wake Up! Byron Bay offers quality accommodation that stays true to Byron’s bohemian vibe. Wake up in a modern, bright and breezy shared or private room and then enjoy all the free stuff here, from surfboards and stand-up paddleboards to beachside yoga and sunrise lighthouse tours. Take the free shuttle to the beach then head back for a bite to eat at The Tree House. You’ll always get an incredible deal with Wotif’s Price Promise.
• A short walk from Main Beach, you’ll love the social atmosphere of Backpackers Holiday Village. This place offers clean and comfortable dorms and private rooms. When you’re ready to make a few new mates, head to the pool, play a game of volleyball or basketball and take advantage of the hostel’s famous BBQs. Explore Byron on one of the free bikes or borrow a surfboard or boogie board and conquer those famous waves.

• Nomads Byron Bay - Hostel offers a variety of accommodation options, from clean and simple dorms to stylish, deluxe rooms with king beds. Chill out on the patio in a hammock, sit in the hot tub, watch a movie in the cinema lounge or make some new friends around the BBQ grills. With a fantastic central location (Main Beach is moments away), this place is one of our local experts’ top picks.
• You’ll also be right near the beach at Byron Bay YHA Hostel/Backpackers. These modern, well-designed digs offer shared and private rooms and awesome common areas that overlook a pool and BBQ. When you’re not relaxing in the lounge room, using the fancy communal kitchen or chilling by the water, make use of the surfboards or body boards. Wotif offers free cancellation on select stays, because flexibility matters!

• Cape Byron YHA offers simple, comfy private rooms if you’re not keen on sharing a dorm. But you’ll still be able to easily make friends — this chilled retreat features inviting common areas, a large pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, a communal kitchen and a café. Bikes and boogie boards are available to rent from the front desk. Prefer your adventures to be underwater? The hostel has a dive centre too.
• If you need a break from dorm stays, book a neat and tidy private double or twin room at Byron Bay YHA Hostel/Backpackers. Wanna level up? Go for a stylish private room with an ensuite, air con and flatscreen TV with Netflix. As cosy as you are, you’ll want to leave your sanctuary to take a dip in the lush pool. Inviting communal areas also help make this boutique-style hostel a winner.

• There are fun activities every night at the Aquarius Backpacker Resort, like trivia, karaoke, jelly wrestling and live DJs. Or grab an icy beer at the poolside bar and soak up the rays on the lounge beds. The ping pong table, video games hire, WiFi and dinners are all free here. But you’ve gotta sleep sometime. This place has seriously impressive private rooms, from a neat twin option with a shared bathroom to a luxe spa suite.
• Once a hippie haven and an internationally recognised rock-and-roll venue, Arts Factory Lodge hasn’t lost its funky vibe. In the evening, enjoy DJs, bands, fire-twirling performances and even talent shows. The on-site Byron Bay Brewery is the place to go to catch up with fellow travellers over a beer. With the 24/7 front desk, you can enjoy the hip nightlife downtown and get back in at any time of night.

Just like a local knows where to catch the best breaks, we know our way around Byron Bay’s best hostels. Plus, with our Price Promise, you’ll always get an incredible price on your stay. Heard about our Mates Rates? Sign up to our newsletter and you’ll get access to exclusive discounts at participating properties. That means more money in your pocket for a surf lesson or two.