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Waves Byron Bay

4.5 star property
4.5-star beach motel with free WiFi

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Penthouse | Dining room
Lobby lounge
Penthouse | Living area | LCD TV, DVD player
Front of property
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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35 Lawson Street, Byron Bay, NSW, 2481
  • Place, Main Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Byron Community Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Arakwal National Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Deluxe Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Boutique Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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State Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, soundproofing

State Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 505 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Waves Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Waves Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 441 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Penthouse | Dining room

Penthouse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 645 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

About the neighborhood

Byron Bay

Walk to the beach.Your stay at this Byron Bay motel places you within a 10-minute walk of Main Beach and Byron Tourist Information Centre. Club Byron and Byron Community Market are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Main Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Byron Community Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Arakwal National Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Clarkes Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Wategos Beach - 6 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Mullumbimby Station - 20 min drive
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beach Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Balcony - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Basiloco Sardinian Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bali Bagus Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Il Buco Cafe & Pizzeria - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Waves Byron Bay

4.5-star beach motel with free WiFi
A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Waves Byron Bay also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This 4.5-star Byron Bay motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Waves Byron Bay offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include safes and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 30.0 per stay.

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 30.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 20 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 20 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Byron Bay Waves
Waves Byron Bay
Waves Hotel Byron Bay
Waves Byron Bay Hotel Byron Bay
Waves Byron Bay Motel
Waves Byron Bay Motel
Waves Byron Bay Byron Bay
Waves Byron Bay Motel Byron Bay

Frequently asked questions

How close is Waves Byron Bay to the airport?

Waves Byron Bay is 21.7 mi (30-min drive) away from the Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Waves Byron Bay have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Waves Byron Bay.

How close is Waves Byron Bay to the beach?

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

Does Waves Byron Bay offer free breakfast?

Waves Byron Bay does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waves Byron Bay?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Waves Byron Bay?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM.

Is there free parking at Waves Byron Bay?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Waves Byron Bay have a pool?

Waves Byron Bay does not have a pool.

Does Waves Byron Bay have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Waves Byron Bay to downtown Byron Bay?

Waves Byron Bay is 0.4 mi away from Sunrise Beach.

Waves Byron Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 541 out of 929 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 296 out of 929 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 929 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 929 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 929 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service and the daily servicing of our room was impeccable. Thank you Waves!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location right next to Main Beach (they give free beach towels too) and 2 -5 minute walk to a wide range of food and drink options. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the rooms are very spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne, Breda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ruime kamer met 3 bedden en groot balkon, badkamer met bad en douche. Beetje oudbollig maar schoon en ruim.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really helpful staff, nothing was too much!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Miae

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly, but there was a lot of dust in the room, and the air conditioner did not work properly during our stay, which made it uncomfortable. However, the location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Chuanyan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious family room, the staff is friendly, shops, restaurants, cafes and beach are all within walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

PETER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No overlooked next building
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Staff, extras like umbrellas and coffee machine and extras daily. daily house keeping and friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Annette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The position is fantastic, the room was vast, comfortable and clean, and the staff were wonderful. The bathroom is great and the living! Bedroom is good, but it really needs maintenance in the courtyard. Overall it is a bit tired, but the space amd.position make.ip for that, and I would definitely stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and cozy room, close to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Manuel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

DONNA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Rouhollah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Terrible wifi. Couldn’t use the TV.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel a block away from main busy CBD but within easy walk to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

alexandra, Lusaka

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and well appointed rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nerissa

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

Great spot

Great location. Nice rooms, very spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025