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Bay Beach Motel

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star hotel perfect for exploring Byron Bay

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Photo gallery for Bay Beach Motel

A beach path leading to the shore with a view of the ocean and a hill in the background.
A pool area with white lounge chairs, a sign for Bay Beach Motel, and a palm tree.
A motel named Bay Beach with a 'No Vacancy' sign, a covered parking area, and a sign indicating pool hours.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in microwave, a toaster, and a stainless steel sink.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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32 Lawson Street, Byron Bay, NSW, 2481
  • Place, Main Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Arakwal National Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Belongil Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Queen

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, and a window with curtains.

Standard Queen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Large family apartment - full kitchen (king, queen, single)

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a sofa, and a wooden floor.

Large family apartment - full kitchen (king, queen, single)

  • City view
  • 1292 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Queen, single bunks)

A compact kitchen with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a blue-tiled backsplash.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Queen, single bunks)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Queen Balcony 1st Floor

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a desk, and a lamp.

Superior Queen Balcony 1st Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Ground Floor Balcony Triple

A neatly made bed with white linens and patterned pillows, a wooden headboard, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Ground Floor Balcony Triple

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Byron Bay

Oceanside stay.Your stay at this Byron Bay hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Main Beach and Club Byron. Byron Tourist Information Centre and Byron Community Market are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Byron Community Market - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Arakwal National Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Belongil Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Clarkes Beach - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Mullumbimby Station - 21 min drive
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Balcony - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Great Northern Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Combi - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bang Bang Byron Bay - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Roca - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Bay Beach Motel

3.5-star hotel perfect for exploring Byron Bay
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Bay Beach Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Bay Beach Motel also features a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Byron Bay hotel.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Bay Beach Motel offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Televisions come with premium digital channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Byron Bay hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 0-inch TV with premium digital channels
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.95 percent for credit card payments

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7:00 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 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

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 200 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 30.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.95 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit 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.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Bay Beach Motel

Bay Beach Motel Byron Bay

Bay Beach Byron Bay

Bay Beach Motel Hotel

Bay Beach Motel Byron Bay

Bay Beach Motel Hotel Byron Bay

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bay Beach Motel to the airport?

Bay Beach Motel is 21.8 mi (29-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 Bay Beach Motel?

As of Sep 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bay Beach Motel on Sep 20, 2026 start from $188, including 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 Bay Beach Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bay Beach Motel.

How close is Bay Beach Motel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Main Beach and 0.6 mi (4-min drive) from Belongil Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bay Beach Motel offer free breakfast?

Bay Beach Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bay Beach Motel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Bay Beach Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bay Beach Motel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Bay Beach Motel have a pool?

Bay Beach Motel features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Bay Beach Motel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Bay Beach Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Bay Beach Motel to downtown Byron Bay?

Bay Beach Motel is 0.2 mi away from Byron Bay.

Bay Beach Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 390 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 390 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 390 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 390 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 390 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great easy place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and parking. Room was very clean, staff were helpful. Great location everything was walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size rooms, comfy bed, helpful reception, close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Garth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and staff were helpful and super pleasant. Location works well being close to the beach and a block off the busy street.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
No beach view , good helpful staff , good parking near the main shopping area , walking distance to Main Street ,
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location with easy access to beach, stores and restaraunts.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashlea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abbey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful receptionist, greeted us so friendly and knowledgeable. Great spot, easy to navigate parking and secure parking lot. Clean and tidy room!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great spot to stay in Byron Bay
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Proximity to beach and town and restaurants is excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teraze

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff,very comfortable room
Verified review

8/10 Good

gregers

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice motel in center of city. Hostess very service minded, beach 5 minutes away and shops and restaurants around the corner.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great position, clean, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service, very clean, great central location and free extended parking so you can explore Byron without the hassle of finding and paying for parking
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good clean accommodation in a very central location. The hotel staff were lovely too. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasent staff and lovely place to stay. Close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Satpreet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Close to the beach and restaurants but quiet enough
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect motel in a convenient yet quiet spot in Byron. Friendly and helpful staff. Very clear and well stocked room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wilma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful services and a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the bed was comfortable and the shower was hot, what more do you need?
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very convenient to restaurants and cafes.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Minette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Our room was clean and property was was close to everything.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all very friendly and helpful. Super clean & great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

Excellent location

A very comfortable stay in a great location. Close enough to town without being right in it. Also had a delicious meal at The Mez Club less than 10 minute from Bay Beach Motel. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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