Aquarius Backpackers Resort | Hostel in Byron Bay

8.5 (874 Reviews) |   144 Bedrooms  9 Bathrooms  22 Guests
Byron Bay Hostel | Aquarius Backpackers Resort

144 Bedroom Hostel in Byron Bay

Located in Byron Bay, a 6-minute walk from Main Beach, Aquarius Backpackers Resort has accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property provides karaoke and an ATM. Rooms have air conditioning, and certain accommodations at the hostel have a balcony. You can play table tennis at Aquarius Backpackers Resort, and the area is popular for hiking and fishing. Cape Byron Lighthouse is 1.9 miles from the accommodation, while Byron Bay Golf Course is 2.5 miles from the property. Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is 15 miles away.

Aquarius Backpackers Resort is located in Byron Bay.

This 144 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Guest Services, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 874 reviews with the average score of 8.5 . Coming to Byron Bay and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 144 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this place in Byron Bay. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Bar
  • Coffee house on site
  • Restaurant
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Private Parking
  • Parking
  • Accessible parking
Activities
  • Pool table
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Hiking
  • Windsurfing
  • Fitness
  • Canoeing
  • Karaoke
  • Horseback riding
  • Fishing
  • Movie nights
  • Cycling
  • Game room
  • Fitness center
  • Beach
  • Tennis court
  • Snorkeling
  • Walking tours
  • Diving
  • Evening entertainment
  • Yoga classes
  • Happy hour
  • Ping-pong
  • Entertainment staff
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Designated smoking area
  • Adults only
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Air conditioning
Guest Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Car rental
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Laundry
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Sun deck
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Security alarm
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • First aid kits available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Cashless payment available
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.06
Location:
9.61
Staff:
8.86
Facilities:
8.32
Comfort:
7.84
Cleanliness:
8.01
Elizabeth
Jan 5, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
Australia
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Split Level Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet

General

Smoke Alarm, Heating, Lockers, Fan, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Bed in 10-Bed Female Dormitory Room (age 18 - 35 years only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet

General

Smoke Alarm, Heating, Lockers, Fan, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Terrace (age 18 - 35 years only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet

General

Smoke Alarm, Heating, Lockers, Fan, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Outdoors

Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Balcony

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Double Room with Balcony
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Double Room with Balcony

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet paper, Private bathroom, Towels, Shower, Shampoo, Toilet

General

Smoke Alarm, Heating, Fan, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Balcony

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Streaming service (like Netflix)

View

Pool view, View

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Queen Room with Spa Bath
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 25 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet paper, Body soap, Private bathroom, Hairdryer, Towels, Shower, Bathtub, Shampoo, Toilet

General

Smoke Alarm, Heating, Fan, Trash cans, Key access, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Kitchenware, Microwave, Wine glasses, Refrigerator, Toaster, Kitchenette

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Balcony

Living Area

Sitting area

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Streaming service (like Netflix)

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Queen Room with Balcony
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 25 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet paper, Body soap, Private bathroom, Hairdryer, Towels, Shower, Bathtub, Shampoo, Toilet

General

Smoke Alarm, Heating, Fan, Trash cans, Key access, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Kitchenware, Microwave, Wine glasses, Refrigerator, Toaster, Kitchenette

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Balcony

Living Area

Sitting area

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Streaming service (like Netflix)

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 18 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Towels, Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

General

Smoke Alarm, Heating, Fan, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Outdoors

Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Balcony

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Streaming service (like Netflix)

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Twin Room with Shared Toilet
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Twin Room with Shared Toilet

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Towels, Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

General

Smoke Alarm, Heating, Fan, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Streaming service (like Netflix)

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Towels, Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet

General

Smoke Alarm, Heating, Fan, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Balcony

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Streaming service (like Netflix)

View

Pool view, View

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room (age 18 - 35 years only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room (age 18 - 35 years only)

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet

General

Smoke Alarm, Heating, Lockers, Fan, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Balcony

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (age 18 - 35 years only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 35 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (age 18 - 35 years only)

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Toilet paper, Shower, Toilet

General

Smoke Alarm, Heating, Lockers, Fan, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room (age 18 - 35 years only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room (age 18 - 35 years only)

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet paper, Body soap, Private bathroom, Shower, Shampoo, Toilet

General

Smoke Alarm, Heating, Lockers, Fan, Trash cans, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
Budget (noisy) private room with shared bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 9 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Budget (noisy) private room with shared bathroom

Bathroom

Conditioner, Toilet paper, Body soap, Towels, Shower, Shared bathroom, Shampoo, Toilet

General

Smoke Alarm, Heating, Air conditioning, Trash cans

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Balcony

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Streaming service (like Netflix)

View

Pool view, View

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed
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