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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-serve breakfast, a poolside bar, and a rooftop terrace. Adventurous travelers 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
The current price is P4,754
P5,229 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20

Room options

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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

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

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 Twin 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 Twin 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 Twin Beds

Room

  • Sleeps 3

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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 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 Twin 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 Twin Bunk Bed

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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 Twin Bunk Bed

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

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

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin 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 Twin 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 Twin Bunk Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Byron Bay, Aquarius Backpacker Resort is in the city center 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
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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
  • The Balcony
    4 min walk
  • Bayleaf Café
    5 min walk

About this property

Aquarius Backpacker Resort

  • Hotel in the city center
  • Consider a stay at Aquarius Backpacker Resort and take advantage of free self-serve breakfast, a poolside bar, and a rooftop terrace. Active travelers 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 foosball table, and karaoke
    • Table tennis, a vending machine, and a 24-hour front desk
  • More 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 transportation

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

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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

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

This property does not have elevators
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 Aug 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aquarius Backpacker Resort on Aug 19, 2026 start from P4,754, excluding 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?

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?

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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