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Aquarius Backpacker Resort

2.5 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this adults-only Byron Bay hotel

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Restaurant
Outdoor pool
Double Bed With Ensuite (F4) | Iron/ironing board
Cafe
The Spa Suite | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels
Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

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Map
16 Lawson Street, Byron Bay, NSW, 2481
  • Popular LocationMain Beach2 min walk
  • Popular LocationWategos Beach4 min drive
  • Popular LocationCape Byron Lighthouse5 min drive
  • AirportBallina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)27 min drive

Room options

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Double Bed With Ensuite (F4) | Iron/ironing board

Double Bed With Ensuite (F4)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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The Spa Suite | Iron/ironing board

The Spa Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room with Shared Bathroom (F1) | Iron/ironing board

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom (F1)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Bed with Shared Bathroom (F5) | Iron/ironing board

Twin Bed with Shared Bathroom (F5)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Bed and Single Bed with Shared Bathroom (F2) | Iron/ironing board

Double Bed and Single Bed with Shared Bathroom (F2)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Motel Room | Iron/ironing board

Deluxe Motel Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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4.2 out of 5, Very Good, (47)
The price is $87
per night
$95 total
includes taxes & fees
May 16 - May 17
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About the neighborhood

Byron Bay

Close to the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Main Beach and Byron Tourist Information Centre. Club Byron and Byron Community Market are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Main Beach - 2 min walk
  • Clarkes Beach - 18 min walk
  • The Pass - 3 min drive
  • Wategos Beach - 4 min drive
  • Cape Byron Lighthouse - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Mullumbimby Station - 18 min drive
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bang Bang Byron Bay - 3 min walk
  • Bali Bagus Cafe - 4 min walk
  • Combi - 3 min walk
  • No Bones - 3 min walk
  • Twisted Sista Cafe - 4 min walk

About this property

Aquarius Backpacker Resort

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this adults-only Byron Bay hotel
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Aquarius Backpacker Resort. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Byron Bay hotel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Karaoke
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Aquarius Backpacker Resort offers 20 accommodations. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: AUD 7 to 23 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Karaoke
  • Outdoor pool

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch Smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 25

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:30 AM
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 7–23 per person
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 25 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

Aquarius Backpacker Resort Byron Bay
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Aquarius Backpacker Resort to the airport?

Aquarius Backpacker Resort is 21.8 mi (28-min drive) away from the Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Aquarius Backpacker Resort?

As of May 2, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aquarius Backpacker Resort on May 12, 2024 start from $76.45, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Aquarius Backpacker Resort have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Aquarius Backpacker Resort.

How close is Aquarius Backpacker Resort to the beach?

This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Main Beach and 0.6 mi (1-min drive) from Belongil Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Aquarius Backpacker Resort offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Aquarius Backpacker Resort, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 7 and 23 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at Aquarius Backpacker Resort?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Aquarius Backpacker Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Aquarius Backpacker Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Aquarius Backpacker Resort have a pool?

Aquarius Backpacker Resort features an outdoor pool.

Does Aquarius Backpacker Resort have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Aquarius Backpacker Resort have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Aquarius Backpacker Resort to downtown Byron Bay?

Aquarius Backpacker Resort is 0.1 mi away from Byron Bay.

Aquarius Backpacker Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 50 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great environment for traveling solo!
I had a great stay at Aquarius. I upgraded to the studio room which was a loft style private room which was very nice. Both staff and the other lodgers were incredibly social. I participated in the 4:45am lighthouse tour and the ping pong tournament both of which were really well attended (and free!) Traveling solo it was awesome to meet some new people at the hostel!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
The reception/front desk was amazing so lovely and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyxx, Brisbane

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a no fuss experience and one that was quite a surprise that we had a great time
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately a lot of the parking area was closed for the one night I was there, so had to park on the street and feed a meter until 6pm as it was only one hour parking. The info on the place stated no noise after 11.00pm, but I heard yelling and screaming regularly throughout the night, mostly from the girls who were probably "over refreshed" from the bar or coming back from a night out! Granted, I'm in my 60s and probably don't cope with that too well nowadays. It was deathly silent in the morning at 7am when I got up, and no wonder! Still, a nice enough place with lovely staff and facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fun hostel with a social vibe
Great location, friendly staff, very social hostel. I stayed in a private room which was clean. Very social atmosphere. They hosted game nights and other events which was fun. Only downside is that the walls were a bit thin so you could head noise from people partying.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean rooms and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying in a backpackers. Hope all backpackers are like this! We had a suite room with own bathroom and bed area but the staff were friendly and room was clean, tidy and good amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Roberto

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good size room clean and well located close to beach and nice part of town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022