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Aquarius Backpacker Resort

Property class: 2.5

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Consider a stay at Aquarius Backpacker Resort and take advantage of free self-service breakfast, a poolside bar and a rooftop terrace. Adventurous travellers may like the beach volleyball at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is €61
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug

Room options

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View all photos for Deluxe Motel Room

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a dining area.

Deluxe Motel Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern living space with a wooden staircase, a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table with a plant, and an open door leading to a bathroom.

The Spa Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double Bed With Ensuite (F4)

A cozy room with a bed, a round window, a ceiling fan, and a small table with chairs.

Double Bed With Ensuite (F4)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside lamp, a TV, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

Double Bed with Shared Bathroom (F3)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Twin Room with Shared Bathroom (F1)

A room with two beds, a window, an air conditioner, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom (F1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double Bed With Lounge And Shared Bathroom (F2)

A room with a bed, a sofa, a small table with magazines, a mirror, and a balcony with a view of the outside.

Double Bed With Lounge And Shared Bathroom (F2)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Twin Bed with Shared Bathroom (F5)

A bedroom with two beds, a small table with a lamp, a round window, and a built-in heater.

Twin Bed with Shared Bathroom (F5)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Twin Room with Shared Bathroom (F1)

A compact room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a small table, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom (F1)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double Bed with Shared Bathroom (F3)

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a potted plant, a mirror, and a window with a view of a brick wall.

Double Bed with Shared Bathroom (F3)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Bed With Lounge And Shared Bathroom (F2)

A room with two bunk beds, a balcony, and a large window.

Double Bed With Lounge And Shared Bathroom (F2)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Bed in 6-bed Female Dorm with Aircon & Ensuite

A small, compact room with two single beds, a skylight, a mirror, and a central plant.

Bed in 6-bed Female Dorm with Aircon & Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a wooden staircase, and a sink.

Bed in 8-bed Girls Split-level Dorm with Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Bed in 12-bed Mixed Split-level Dorm with Ensuite

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a ceiling fan, and skylights.

Bed in 12-bed Mixed Split-level Dorm with Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a ceiling fan, and skylights.

Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Bed in 10-bed Mixed Split-level Dorm with Ensuite

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a wooden staircase, and a sink.

Bed in 10-bed Mixed Split-level Dorm with Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Bed in 10-bed Mixed Dorm with Terrace & Ensuite

A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden flooring, and a central table.

Bed in 10-bed Mixed Dorm with Terrace & Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
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About the area

Located in Byron Bay, Aquarius Backpacker Resort is in the city centre and near the beach. Cape Byron Lighthouse and Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cumbebin Swamp Nature Reserve and Cape Byron State Conservation Area. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby. Visit our Byron Bay travel guide
Map
16 Lawson Street, Byron Bay, NSW, 2481

What's nearby

  • A beach at sunset with waves, a flag, and mountains in the background.
    Main Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, ocean waves, and a forested hillside.
    Arakwal National Park
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A coastal landscape with a curved shoreline, dense greenery, and a sunset over the water.
    Clarkes Beach
    2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Club Byron
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Byron Community Market
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Beach Hotel
    5 min walk
  • Railway Friendly Bar
    6 min walk
  • Fishheads
    6 min walk
  • North Byron Hotel
    5 min drive
  • Bayleaf Café
    5 min walk

About this property

Aquarius Backpacker Resort

  • Hotel in the city centre
  • Consider a stay at Aquarius Backpacker Resort and take advantage of free self-service breakfast, a poolside bar and a rooftop terrace. Active travellers can enjoy beach volleyball at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Self-parking (surcharge), ATM/banking services and a billiards/pool table
    • Books, a table football and karaoke
    • Ping pong, a vending machine and a 24-hour front desk
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Cookware/dishes/utensils and irons/ironing boards
    • 40-inch Smart TVs with digital channels

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (AUD 15 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Roca

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Karaoke
  • Table tennis

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels

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: 5:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with 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

Pets not 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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: AUD 15 per day
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Frequently asked questions

Is Aquarius Backpacker Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 22 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aquarius Backpacker Resort on 23 Aug 2026 start from €61, 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.

How much is parking at Aquarius Backpacker Resort?

Self-parking is available for AUD 15 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Aquarius Backpacker Resort?

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

What time is check-out at Aquarius Backpacker Resort?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Aquarius Backpacker Resort located?

Located in the heart of Byron Bay, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Main Beach, Byron Tourist Information Centre and Club Byron. Byron Community Market and Cape Byron State Conservation Area are also within 15 minutes.

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