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Arts Factory By Nomads

2.0 star property
Travelers enjoy tasty meals in a lively atmosphere at Arts Factory By Nomads, where basketball and volleyball courts add to the recreational options

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The vibrant Arts Factory By Nomads features a sunny terrace and beautiful garden for relaxation. Guests can savor delicious meals at the Cafe and Juicebar, challenge friends to basketball or volleyball, and enjoy amenities like an arcade/game room and luggage storage.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a sofa, a window with curtains, and a mirror on the wall.

Cube Double (Shared Bathroom)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bunk bed, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a framed poster on the wall.

Cube Twin (Shared Bathroom)

  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A room with four bunk beds, wooden beams on the ceiling, and a large window with curtains.

10 Share Female Lakeside Cottage

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, large windows, and a mural on the wall.

10 Share Space

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window, and a person standing by one of the beds.

6 Share Space

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A bunk bed with a person sitting on the top bunk, a window with striped curtains, and a plain wall.

6 Share Female Space

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A spacious tent with multiple beds arranged in a circular pattern, a central stove, and a blue crate.

10 Share Teepee

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A tent with two beds, a patterned mat, and a view of greenery outside.

8 Share Female Pentagon

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A tent with four beds, each with a metal frame and a mattress. The tent has a patterned floor and a green interior with palm tree designs.

Basic Tent, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

Island Retreat Twin (Shared Bathroom)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a headboard, and a bedside lamp.

Basic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Cube Twin

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Byron Bay, Arts Factory By Nomads is near the beach. Cape Byron Lighthouse and Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Byron Community Market and Bangalow Market. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Byron Bay travel guide
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Skinners Shoot Road, Byron Bay, NSW, 2481

What's nearby

  • A beach at sunset with waves, a flag, and mountains in the background.
    Main Beach
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, ocean waves, and a forested hillside.
    Arakwal National Park
    3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • A beach with people walking and dogs, mountains in the background, and a clear sky.
    Belongil Beach
    3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Byron Community Market
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Byron Tourist Information Centre
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Mullumbimby Station
    18 min drive
  • Coolangatta Airport (OOL)
    46 min drive

Restaurants

  • Railway Friendly Bar
    12 min walk
  • The Great Northern Hotel
    14 min walk
  • The Balcony
    16 min walk
  • Bayleaf Café
    12 min walk
  • Saltwater Social Club
    13 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (AUD 4 per hour)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (AUD 4 per hour)

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: AUD 6 to 28 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe and Juicebar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • Volleyball

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 6 to 28 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: AUD 4 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: AUD 4 per hour (rates may vary)

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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Arts Factory By Nomads have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Arts Factory By Nomads 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 Arts Factory By Nomads?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at Arts Factory By Nomads?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Arts Factory By Nomads located?

Situated near the beach, this lodge is within a 15-minute walk of Cumbebin Swamp Nature Reserve, Byron Community Market, and Byron Tourist Information Centre. Main Beach and Club Byron are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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

Arts Factory By Nomads Reviews

7.4

Good

6.8

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

8.0

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 279 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 99 out of 279 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 279 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 279 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 279 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and had 2 fans was basic but had everything that we needed Staff at check in were lovely
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Eleanor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty communal areas but clean ensuite room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pippa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, easy check in (please offer ways to check in without downloading the app) and good facilities. Sadly a bit too noisy for a decent sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thisnplace is awesome for a chilled stay or if your looking to meet people, this place has you covered, can't recommend this place enough
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a beautiful community feel, I arrived late and the service was outstandingly good and welcoming at Reception, Very Grateful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rianna

Choosing to stay here you need to keep in mind that it is a 2 star hostel so you can't expect bells and whistles. You have to manage your expectations. That being said me and my partner found this to be the perfect base for our Byron Bay stay. We stayed in a private cube double room and to be honest it's everything we needed. We've stayed in 5 star hotels before and I can honestly say the bed in this hostel was one of the comfiest beds we've ever slept in! We had a fridge to store food and drink & even a kettle with tea, coffee & milk. Please be warned the rooms are not air-conditioned but we did have a big fan on the wall that helped massively! We can't comment on kitchen/ cooking facilities as we did not make use of these. Bathrooms are perfectly functional but could do with some tlc and a more regular cleaning schedule. We made sure we took antibac wipes in with us every time & always where you flip flops in the shower lol! The room was overall clean but could have definitely done with a deeper clean such as upholstery clean & walls/skirtings/Windows. Overall we had a lovely stay here and found the staff super friendly and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mathilde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hostel with good vibes, the room was perfectly clean, quiet during the night, the bathrooms were ok, the shared kitchen is big, well equipped and pretty clean ! Very hippie vibes, a little bit to much for me but it’s very personal :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Cozy hostel

I really like the vibe at Arts Factory Lodge! It is a beautiful, cozy, friendly and artsy place with a lot of young backpackers. It can get a bit loud at times but there is loads of space and a big kitchen fitting many chefs at one go. Also loved the morning yoga! The dorms only have one ceiling light, no individual lamps or power sockets and the wifi isn’t very good in the rooms. But all in all it was a good stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Haven't been to the Arts Factory for quite a few years now. Love the place, its uniqueness in the vanilla of the modern Byron Bay, as well as its proximity to beaches, town etc. The staff were a mixed bunch, the lady that checked me was awesome, friendly, competent and welcoming.Other staff were a mixed bunch with some having little interest and others being somewhat rude. The joint is also looking a bit run down compared to what it was years ago. Would I stay again?, possibly, I hardly spent any time there as I was working at the Mullum Music festival, so if was living the backpacker ( as opposed to traveller) dream perhaps I would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Sergey

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Super loud until about 3-4am with the drunk people.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cesar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great quick place to stop if you are in Byron Bay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything good except one thing. Please provide light and power point in every bed (up or down). Everyone deserve this.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall it’s a good place to stay .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Far cheaper than other accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laurence

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

Truly a unique, enjoyable experience.

We enjoyed out short stay at the Arts Factory. Friendly staff and the vibe in the property was surreal. Definitely a great place to stay for young folks and young at heart.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was unreal and the environment was really good just had good time
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dushyant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was mostly non-family accommodation but even with my toddler, we had fun. Location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Nice accommodation but sadly rude people staying there over crowded the two person cabin next door and was rudely loud til 4:30am
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Saul

Ty
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Cube double rooms are a great budget alternative to the dormitories to have your own space, security and privacy. Fridge and tea making facilities included in the room. Convenience of a shared kitchen for food preparation. Plenty of communal areas and activities to enjoy. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Owen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fun and funky, good showers and nice room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the different atmosphere it was fun and will be back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jacqui

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My first experience at a backpackers - enjoyed the vibe and the staff were super helpful. The cafe has excellent coffee (that’s coming from a Melbourne coffee snob) and breaky at affordable prices.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023