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Aquarius Backpacker Resort

2.5 star property
Adults-only hotel with a fitness center and a rooftop terrace

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Double Bed With Ensuite (F4) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Deluxe Motel Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
The Spa Suite | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Travelers at Aquarius Backpacker Resort are steps from the boardwalk. The rooftop terrace is perfect for sunbathing, and the café serves refreshments all day. Guests can cool off in the pool, join evening karaoke, or relax in their rooms with Netflix on 40-inch Smart TVs.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pool

Room options

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Double Bed With Ensuite (F4) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Bed With Ensuite (F4)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Spa Suite | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

The Spa Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room with Shared Bathroom (F1) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom (F1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Bed with Shared Bathroom (F5) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Twin Bed with Shared Bathroom (F5)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Double Bed and Single Bed with Shared Bathroom (F2) | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Double Bed and Single Bed with Shared Bathroom (F2)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Motel Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Deluxe Motel Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Byron Bay, Aquarius Backpacker Resort is on the Strip 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 Wategos Beach and Cumbebin Swamp Nature Reserve. 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.
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16 Lawson Street, Byron Bay, NSW, 2481

What's nearby

  • Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Clarkes Beach - 18 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • The Pass - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Wategos Beach - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Cape Byron Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Byron Corner Store - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Rocks Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Espressohead - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Betty’s Burgers - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Combi - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Aquarius Backpacker Resort

Hotel near Wategos Beach
Consider a stay at Aquarius Backpacker Resort and take advantage of a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy beach volleyball at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a vending machine
  • A 24-hour front desk, table tennis, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage, karaoke, and a nature reserve
More amenities include:
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils and irons/ironing boards
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (AUD 10 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to noon for a fee: AUD 7 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Roca

Things to do

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

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
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

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: 5:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
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
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from July 4 2025 to October 15 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool
The property will be renovating from July 4 2025 to October 15 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Swimming pool

Guests will have access to the following alternate facilities during the renovation:

  • Recreational facilities

Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 7 to 30 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: AUD 10 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

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, 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

We should mention

Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property is also known as

Aquarius Backpacker Resort Byron Bay
Aquarius Backpacker Byron Bay
Aquarius Backpacker
Aquarius Backpacker Byron Bay
Aquarius Backpacker Resort Hotel
Aquarius Backpacker Resort Byron Bay
Aquarius Backpacker Resort Hotel Byron Bay

Frequently asked questions

Does Aquarius Backpacker Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. The pool will be unavailable from July 4 2025 to October 15 2025 (dates subject to change). The property will be renovating the pool from July 4 2025 to October 15 2025 (completion date subject to change).

Is Aquarius Backpacker Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Aquarius Backpacker Resort?

Self parking is available for AUD 10 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: 5:30 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Aquarius Backpacker Resort?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out 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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