Yha Byron Bay Hostel, Byron Bay - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

7 Carlyle St, Byron Bay, Byron Bay, Australia, 2481

YHA Byron Bay, a 4-star backpacker property, sits just a few hundred meters from the beach in the heart of Byron, featuring lush private ensuite rooms and a tropical pool oasis.

Diverse Room Selection

YHA Byron Bay provides rooms ranging from mixed and gender-specific dormitories with shared or private bathrooms to private double and twin rooms with ensuite facilities. Each unit includes air conditioning, linen, and secure keycard access.

Kitchen and Garden

The property offers a fully equipped communal kitchen open from 7am to 10pm, with continental breakfast available daily. A vegetable garden provides free produce for guests.

Pool and Rentals

The swimming pool and BBQ area operate from 7am to 8pm. Guests can rent surfboards, bikes from YHA Cape Byron, and access free bike storage facilities.

Transport Hub Location

Located 21 miles from Ballina Airport and 41.5 miles from Coolangatta Airport, YHA Byron Bay connects to major cities via daily bus services. The property stands 0.1 miles from the bus stop and a 3-minute walk from Woolworths supermarket.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room

Max:

2 persons

23 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

24 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Balcony

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Double Room

Max:

2 persons

24 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Center

Byron Bay1000 ft

Airports

Ballina Byron Gateway (BNK) 22.0 mi

Lismore (LSY) 31.1 mi

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

AUD 19 per day

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Shared kitchen

Air conditioning

General

No smoking on site
Parking
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Baggage storage
Locker room
Elevator
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Diving
Snorkeling
Canoeing
Golf course

Guest Parking

Shared kitchen
Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Board games

Facilities for people with disabilities

Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Saltwater pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Dining table

Bathroom

Washing machine

Self-catering

Shared kitchen
Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Curtains

Location

7 Carlyle St, Byron Bay, Byron Bay, Australia, 2481

Map view

7 Carlyle St, Byron Bay, Byron Bay, Australia, 2481

City landmarks

Lighthouse

Cape Byron Lighthouse

1.4 mi

Parks

Arakwal National Park

3900 ft

Byron Bay NSW 2481

Cape Byron State Conservation Area

1.4 mi

Beach

Main Beach

3100 ft

Beach

Clarkes Beach

4100 ft

Byron Bay NSW 2481

Bushwalking

1.4 mi

Bay St

Byron Bay Surf Life Saving Club

2200 ft

Beach

Tallow Beach

1.1 mi

Market

Byron Community Market

2200 ft

Near Leander Point

Fisherman's Lookout

1.1 mi

2-10 Bay St

Apex Park

2700 ft

Byron Bay NSW 2481

Dening Park

2700 ft

Beach

Byron Beach

3100 ft

Nearby

Gallery

Lone Goat Gallery

1300 ft

Store

Sundive Byron Bay

1100 ft

5-7 Byron St

The Byron Bay Book Exchange

1000 ft

Gallery

Craig Parry Photography

1600 ft

Libraries

Byron Bay Library

300 ft

Store

Santos Organics

400 ft

Store

Woolworths Byron Bay

600 ft

20 Fletcher St

Hope & May

1400 ft

U 6 30 Middleton St

Pinot & Picasso Byron Bay

300 ft

3 Marvell St

Ahoy

600 ft

84 Jonson St

Byron Bay Transit Centre

800 ft

U 1A 75 Jonson St

All The Sales

700 ft

Market

Railway Park Arts Market

1200 ft

lot 2481

Byron Bay Skate Park

1200 ft

Tennyson St

Byron bay recreational grounds

1200 ft

suite 1

Byron Bay Gallery

1500 ft

Gallery

Gallery 7

1600 ft

Restaurants

Laneway

500 ft

U 2 1 Carlyle St

Red Ginger

600 ft

U 2 111 Jonson St

Success Thai Food

800 ft

U 3 31 Lawson St

Foxy Luu's

1500 ft

90 Jonson St Shop 4a North Byron Plaza

Legend Pizza

1000 ft

90-96 Jonson St Shop 1

Beloporto

900 ft

73-75 Jonson St Shop 3

Otto Kebabs

900 ft

108-114 Jonson St Mercato on Byron

The Avocado Hut

1000 ft

Byron Bay 2481 U 4 84 Jonson St

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

64%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

6.4/10

Nice

Rooms

9.0

Location

9.2

Service

9.0

Dining

7.0

Bernard

United States of America, March 2025

5.6/10

I had a fantastic time at YHA Byron Bay. it's more like a boutique hotel than a typical hostel. The check-in process was smooth, and I loved the cleanliness of the facilities. especially the huge kitchen and the pool area, which looked inviting. However, I did notice some noise disturbances during the night from other guests and garbage collection, which made it hard to get a restful sleep.

Rooms

9.0

The private room with ensuite was perfect for my stay. clean and modern with all the essentials. I loved the individual lights and plugs at each bed in the dorms too.

Service

8.0

The staff were friendly and helpful, particularly in arranging activities like the lighthouse walk and providing local information.

Location

10.0

The location is excellent, right across from Woolworths and just a short walk to the beach. I found everything I needed within easy reach.

Dining

7.0

I enjoyed the value of meals available throughout the week, especially the $1 toasties. they really hit the spot.

Facilities

9.0

The cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities surpassed my expectations. I particularly appreciated the well-equipped kitchen and the option for laundry.

Joe

United States of America, March 2025

7.2/10

I had an overall great stay at Yha Byron Bay, with friendly staff and a clean environment. The location was decent, being close to the Greyhound stop and a large supermarket, though a bit of a trek to the beach. My private room was a luxury for budget travelers, with a comfy layout and an amazing shower. However, I did notice some areas like shared bathrooms could use more attention.

Rooms

10.0

I booked a twin room with a private bathroom and was super happy with it—clean and newly renovated. The bed was comfy, and the shower was awesome!

Service

9.0

The staff were super helpful, giving great advice on activities. They really knew how to make me feel welcomed, especially when I needed a bit of care.

Location

7.0

The location is pretty good, close to the Greyhound stop and a big supermarket, though it's a bit of a walk to the beach and the main restaurants.

Dining

8.0

The $1 toasties and pancake deals throughout the week were really a highlight for budget meals, making it easy to grab a bite without breaking the bank.

Facilities

7.0

The kitchen was huge and well-stocked, plus the chill areas were lovely. However, I noticed some of the shared bathrooms weren't as clean as I would have liked.

Donald

United States of America, March 2025

6.2/10

I had a great stay at Yha Byron Bay, enjoying its excellent location and friendly staff. The rooms were clean and modern, though I found one of my accommodations a bit lacking in comfort. The atmosphere was communal, perfect for both socializing and relaxation, yet I felt the dining options could use a bit more variety.

Rooms

8.0

My double en-suite room was spacious, clean, and quiet. However, I did encounter a room that was quite dim and uncomfortable during my stay. Some areas could use more attention.

Service

9.0

The staff were incredibly friendly and super helpful throughout my visit. It was easy to ask questions and get assistance whenever needed.

Location

10.0

The location was fantastic, just a short walk to the beach and local amenities. Byron Bay is best explored on foot, making this the perfect spot.

Dining

7.0

I appreciated the affordable meal options offered, like $1 toasties. However, I would have liked to see more variety available for guests.

Facilities

7.0

The hostel had great communal areas like the kitchen and pool. Though I found that the internet connection wasn't up to par.

Barbara

United States of America, March 2025

6.2/10

I had a pleasant experience at YHA Byron Bay. the vibe was chill, and the staff were super friendly, especially when I had some trouble with the Wi-Fi. The location is great, just a short walk to both the town and the beach. However, some facilities left a bit to be desired, like the limited communal areas, which made it harder to socialize.

Rooms

8.0

The room was clean and modern, equipped with a kettle, hanging space, and a TV. I appreciated the added privacy of bed curtains. Some issues with odor in smaller rooms could be improved.

Service

10.0

The staff truly made a difference, always ready to help. Special shoutout to SB for being extremely kind during a Wi-Fi outage. their hospitality is commendable.

Location

9.0

The hostel's location is perfect. just a 3-5 minute walk to the beach and very close to the main street. It made getting around super convenient.

Dining

6.0

The kitchen area was well-equipped and clean, but I wish there were more dining options or planned events, as it didn't feel very sociable during my stay.

Facilities

7.0

The pool looked nice, but I didn't use it. I did appreciate the well-provisioned kitchen and laundry facilities. overall, the amenities were decent and met my needs.

Christine

United States of America, November 2024

7.4/10

My stay at YHA Byron Bay was quite enjoyable. The location was fantastic, just a short walk from the beach and close to the town's center, which made it easy to explore. I loved my private room; it felt like a boutique hotel with its cleanliness and newly renovated features. However, I did have some frustrating moments with the internet connection, which was quite weak and sometimes left me feeling uncomfortable in the heat without air conditioning in the common areas.

Rooms

10.0

I stayed in a beautiful private room that was clean and modern. It felt more like a hotel with a flat-screen TV and a lovely bathroom.

Service

9.0

The staff were friendly and helpful. I especially appreciated Daisy at the front desk, who helped me plan my sky dive.

Location

10.0

The hostel's location was perfect, only about a 10-minute walk from the beach and close to shops and cafes.

Dining

7.0

I enjoyed some of the hostel's dining deals, although the $5 BBQ could have been better with fresher meat options.

Facilities

6.0

The common areas were newly renovated and great for socializing, but I found the lack of air conditioning in the common room a bit uncomfortable during my stay.