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Bay Motel

3.0 star property
Find your perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. Step onto the garden terrace and let the soothing ocean breeze carry your worries away.

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Bay Motel invites you to unwind by the ocean with a range of amenities that make for a relaxing retreat. Enjoy the convenience of laundry facilities, free self parking, and tour/ticket assistance while staying connected with in-room WiFi or lounging on the tranquil garden terrace.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Room options

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room | 2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Suite 1 | 2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite 1

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Suite 2

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Pacific Penthouse | Living area | 42-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV

Pacific Penthouse

  • Partial ocean view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Townhome | 2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Townhome

  • Garden view
  • 300 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 3 King Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Byron Bay, Bay Motel is in the city center and on the waterfront. Club Byron and Byron Bay Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cumbebin Swamp Nature Reserve and Arakwal National Park. Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens and Byron Bay Wildlife Sanctuary are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and skydiving. Visit our Byron Bay travel guide
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12 Bay Street, Byron Bay, NSW, 2481

What's nearby

  • Main Beach
    Main Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Arakwal National Park
    Arakwal National Park
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Belongil Beach
    Belongil Beach
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Clarkes Beach
    Clarkes Beach
    3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Byron Community Market
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Beach Hotel
    1 min walk
  • Fishheads
    3 min walk
  • The Balcony
    3 min walk
  • Miss Margarita
    2 min walk
  • Bali Bagus Cafe
    1 min walk

About this property

Bay Motel

Motel by the ocean
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities at Bay Motel. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and smoke-free premises
  • Tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Bay Motel include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 42-inch HDTVs with cable channels
  • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; 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 3:00 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), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Bay Motel
Bay Motel Byron Bay
Bay Motel Motel
Bay Motel Byron Bay
Bay Motel Motel Byron Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is Bay Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bay Motel?

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

What time is check-out at Bay Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Bay Motel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Bay Motel located?

Located in the heart of Byron Bay, this beach motel is within a 10-minute walk of Main Beach, Byron Community Market, and Byron Tourist Information Centre. Cumbebin Swamp Nature Reserve and Club Byron are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Bay Motel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 348 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 348 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 348 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 348 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 348 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, will stay here every time I return
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Shirstine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, the check in service was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Gorgeous location, wonderful friendly accomodating staff (thanks Scott!)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great choice for Byron bay, right on beachfront and convenient to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Colum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This hostel was a great beach front location with parking close to the local bars and restaurants that we were booked into. Not luxury but functional and served a purpose.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shirin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful friendly staff 1 min to all Opposite beach Amazing holiday accom
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and friendly little motel in the best location possible. Across the road to the beach, right next door to the pub, and adjacent the best foodie lane in Byron. Good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

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

Excellent

Wonderful stay! Everything was perfect! Great location to the beach and restaurants! Super clean place! If we are coming back to Byron Bay we will definitly coming back at Bay motel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The lady that checked us in was just so lovely and friendly. Couldn't have asked for a more friendly face and manor :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location excellent, Staff friendly and helpful ròom tidy and clean. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Simone

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

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

Great Location

Great location, within walking distance to everything. Straight across from the beach. Older style motel but very clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina

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

Economical accommodations and a great location!

We had a brief one-night stay on our way up the coast. Excellent location in town. Nice to fix morning coffee and walk across the street to stroll the wonderful beach. Front staff mate was excellent (Davie?). Very quiet location and convenient to everything we needed!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manager was amazing fixing up a booking error, room was clean only let down was how bright the lights where coming from out side and making it hard to sleep. Overall was a nice place to stay
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location! Can’t get any better- literally 60 steps to the beach! Staff were very friendly and helpful- especially helping with car parking as we had boards and a ski on roof- they made sure we felt secure and offered alternative parking if we didn’t. Room had a little kitchenette which was so good. Bed was comfortable, it’s an older motel but they have updated it so feels fresh and modern. Will definitely book again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Candida

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every easy check in. Exactly like the pictures show.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great. The checkin staff were great. Sleep was non existing due to surrounding noise. We checked out after one night and cut our stay short. Would not bother staying again. Very disappointed
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dee

Liked: Staff & service
A very well located property. Quite dated though. Needed a broom in the room as sand was easily transferred into the rooms and no way of sweeping it up.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the heart of Byron Bay. No ramps or lift to the apartments. Steps only 😕
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

ANA

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Pros: The location is the best part of this place, across the street from the beach and walking distance to the restaurants. The room was very simple but comfy enough and clean. Staff was very friendly. Con: Booked through Expedia because it is advertised there that there's a pool on the property (there's even a photo of the said pool). I chose this property mainly for that reason, since we have a young child that obviously loves a pool. But there's no pool and the hotel refused to give any refund due to FALSE ADVERTISEMENT. Expedia was helpful and at least provided a few point for compensation. Wifi wasn't working
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cornelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfect place to stay longer
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russ

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to beach & dining Comfortable, clean room Lovely friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, had everything you needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

GEOFF

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were fantastic and very friendly. Definitely looking forward to staying there again!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haruki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, friendly stuff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022