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Arts Factory By Nomads

2.0 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this adults-only Byron Bay lodge

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Aerial view
Cafe
10 Share Space | In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets
8 Share Female Pentagon | In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Skinners Shoot Road, Byron Bay, NSW, 2481
  • Place, Byron Community Market
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Main Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Belongil Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Cube Double (Shared Bathroom) | In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets

Cube Double (Shared Bathroom)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets

Cube Twin (Shared Bathroom)

  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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10 Share Female Lakeside Cottage | In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets

10 Share Female Lakeside Cottage

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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10 Share Space | In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets

10 Share Space

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets

6 Share Space

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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6 Share Female Space | In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets

6 Share Female Space

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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10 Share Teepee | In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets

10 Share Teepee

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets

8 Share Female Pentagon

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Tent, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Island Retreat Twin (Shared Bathroom) | In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets

Island Retreat Twin (Shared Bathroom)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Double Room | In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Cube Twin

  • Sleeps 2

Bed in 6 Beds Sanctuary Wing Share Female Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

Island Twin

  • Sleeps 1

One Bed of Sanctuary (Girls Only) Wing - Lakeside Cottage

  • Sleeps 1

Bed in 10 Beds Share Space

  • Sleeps 1

Bed in 10 Beds Share Wagon

  • Sleeps 1

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In-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets

Cube Double

  • Sleeps 2

Basic Tent, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 1

About the neighborhood

Byron Bay

Close to the beach.Within a 15-minute walk of the lodge, you'll find Cumbebin Swamp Nature Reserve and Byron Community Market. Also, Byron Tourist Information Centre is within half a mile (1 km) and Main Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cumbebin Swamp Nature Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Byron Community Market - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Main Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Belongil Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Arakwal National Park - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Mullumbimby Station - 18 min drive
  • Coolangatta Airport (OOL) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Great Northern Hotel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Ember - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Railway Friendly Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Mez Club - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Kinoko - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Arts Factory By Nomads

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this adults-only Byron Bay lodge
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and an arcade/game room are also featured at Arts Factory By Nomads. Self parking is free.

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

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Arts Factory By Nomads offers 50 accommodations with safes. In-room wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (AUD 4 per hour)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (AUD 4 per hour)

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: AUD 6 to 28 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • Volleyball

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 6 to 28 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: AUD 4 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: AUD 4 per hour (rates may vary)

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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Arts Factory Byron Bay
Arts Factory Lodge
Arts Factory Lodge Byron Bay
The Arts Factory Backpackers Hotel Byron Bay
Arts Factory
Arts Factory Lodge
Arts Factory By Nomads Lodge
Arts Factory By Nomads Byron Bay
Arts Factory By Nomads Lodge Byron Bay

Frequently asked questions

How close is Arts Factory By Nomads to the airport?

Arts Factory By Nomads is 22.2 mi (31-min drive) away from the Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Arts Factory By Nomads have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Arts Factory By Nomads.

How close is Arts Factory By Nomads to the beach?

This lodge is 0.9 mi (3-min drive) from Main Beach and 0.9 mi (2-min drive) from Belongil Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Arts Factory By Nomads offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Arts Factory By Nomads, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 6 and 28 per person.

Is there a casino at Arts Factory By Nomads?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Arts Factory By Nomads?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at Arts Factory By Nomads?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Arts Factory By Nomads have a pool?

Arts Factory By Nomads features an outdoor pool.

Does Arts Factory By Nomads have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Arts Factory By Nomads have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Arts Factory By Nomads to downtown Byron Bay?

Arts Factory By Nomads is 0.6 mi away from Byron Bay.

Arts Factory By Nomads Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 262 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 93 out of 262 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 262 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 262 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 262 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Cube double rooms are a great budget alternative to the dormitories to have your own space, security and privacy. Fridge and tea making facilities included in the room. Convenience of a shared kitchen for food preparation. Plenty of communal areas and activities to enjoy. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thisnplace is awesome for a chilled stay or if your looking to meet people, this place has you covered, can't recommend this place enough
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Cesar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great quick place to stop if you are in Byron Bay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Nice accommodation but sadly rude people staying there over crowded the two person cabin next door and was rudely loud til 4:30am
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Haven't been to the Arts Factory for quite a few years now. Love the place, its uniqueness in the vanilla of the modern Byron Bay, as well as its proximity to beaches, town etc. The staff were a mixed bunch, the lady that checked me was awesome, friendly, competent and welcoming.Other staff were a mixed bunch with some having little interest and others being somewhat rude. The joint is also looking a bit run down compared to what it was years ago. Would I stay again?, possibly, I hardly spent any time there as I was working at the Mullum Music festival, so if was living the backpacker ( as opposed to traveller) dream perhaps I would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hyeonsoo

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Eduardo

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Rosa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
A really cool hostel but unfortunately a few areas letting them down. The staff are great, welcoming and helpful. The hostel itself is a super fun space. Super cheap and affordable. And a near spot to Byron. However it does not attract the best guests. We found people did not respect the space or other guests. The kitchen area was disgustingly dirty. The 10pm noise curfew was ignored and the pod next to us raved with loud speakers until 2am when we had to personally tell them to turn their music off, after they had been told off by staff several times previously with no consequences enforced. The travellers were generally unfriendly and hostile, which is a shame as could be a brilliant vibe like other hostels if they could implement some new rules or stand up for the place and enforce them.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ozric

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Laurie

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Si

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Far cheaper than other accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Truly a unique, enjoyable experience.

We enjoyed out short stay at the Arts Factory. Friendly staff and the vibe in the property was surreal. Definitely a great place to stay for young folks and young at heart.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

McKinley

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Everything was great for a hostel. Only complain is some of the workers were rude.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Saam

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

joe

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sebastian

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Go for it

Absolutely amazing. Can't recommend enough.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isla

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a beautiful community feel, I arrived late and the service was outstandingly good and welcoming at Reception, Very Grateful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Zoe

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2024