Azabu Retreat & Spa

Property class: 4

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Located close to Byron Bay Golf Course, Azabu Retreat & Spa provides a terrace, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

View all photos for King Room (Adults Only)

A bedroom with a large window, a bed with a floral bedspread, a TV on the wall, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

King Room (Adults Only)

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Queen Spa Room (Adults Only)

A bedroom with a large bed, a shower, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

Queen Spa Room (Adults Only)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Skinners Shoot is home to Azabu Retreat & Spa. While the natural beauty of The Pass and Wategos Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Byron Bay Golf Course. Cape Byron Lighthouse is another place to visit that comes recommended. Practice your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as skydiving in the area. Visit our Skinners Shoot travel guide
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Map
317 Skinners Shoot Road, Skinners Shoot, NSW, 2481

What's nearby

  • A wide sandy beach with gentle waves, a clear blue sky, and distant mountains.
    Cumbebin Swamp Nature Reserve
    9 min drive - 3.7 km
  • A beach at sunset with waves, a flag, and mountains in the background.
    Main Beach
    10 min drive - 4.8 km
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, ocean waves, and a forested hillside.
    Arakwal National Park
    11 min drive - 6.0 km
  • A beach with people walking and dogs, mountains in the background, and a clear sky.
    Belongil Beach
    11 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Byron Community Market
    10 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Mullumbimby Station
    25 min drive
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Light Years
    6 min drive
  • Railway Friendly Bar
    6 min drive
  • Pixie
    6 min drive
  • Byron Bay Cookie Company
    9 min drive
  • The Byron Bay General Store
    7 min drive

About this property

Azabu Retreat & Spa

  • Upscale bed & breakfast near The Pass
  • Located close to Byron Bay Golf Course, Azabu Retreat & Spa provides a terrace, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • Luggage storage, coffee/tea in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
    • A nature reserve and smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Azabu Retreat & Spa feature perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
    • LCD TVs with DVD players
    • Balconies, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2000
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

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

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub

Frequently asked questions

Does Azabu Retreat & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Azabu Retreat & Spa 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 Azabu Retreat & Spa?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Azabu Retreat & Spa?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Azabu Retreat & Spa located?

Situated in Skinners Shoot, this bed & breakfast is within 6 mi (10 km) of The Pass, Wategos Beach, and Cape Byron Lighthouse. Byron Bay Golf Course is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) away.

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

Azabu Retreat & Spa Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 303 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 303 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 303 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 303 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 303 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden Gem

Very nice, quiet, peaceful. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Straightforward check in. Very friendly and helpful staff. Needs a bit of a refresh
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was quiet and sat in the middle of a large semi rural area and looked out over a forest of conifer trees. Despite the peace and quiet you were still only a few minutes drive from the town centre. Great massages!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would like to say, unfortunately our stay was somewhat underwhelming. I get that it was Christmas Eve, and an unmanned reception maybe unavoidable. The room was reasonably comfortable ,simple but basic. Although the broken toilet seat was a bit of a pain in the butt. I was a little unnerved but the rotten door step that felt as if it was going to give way underfoot along with the deck in that area. However, the view and the sounds of birds from the deck was pretty nice and relaxing. Almost as nice as the complimentary cooked breakfast we paid for.....oh sorry we did not get that. Mainly because there was no one Manning reception. Anyhow, would I recommend a stay. Hmm maybe, maybe not.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful spot surrounded by nature
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service

Not a 4 star

The host is lovely and welcoming. Unfortunately our room had ants when we arrived, we were simply directed to use bug spray which was in the room, which was a less than ideal response. Bathroom was a little dirty. The balcony backing onto the bush land was lovely and hearing the nature was calming. Overall, did the job for a one night last minute stay, but I wouldn’t say it’s 4 star or worth what we paid.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Basic older property

The property is older and has more wear and tear than presented. Also the rooms are small, and there was significant noise from other rooms. Fine if you need to be near Byron Bay but more of a basic place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

!!!!!Lovely!!!!!

My boyfriend and I went here as a birthday present for myself. To sum it up, our time spent at Azabu was fantastic! TP took excellent care of us throughout the whole stay. I had a lovely, deep massage and felt so relaxed afterwards. The venue was serene and immersed within the forest as our balcony looked onto the trees. My favourite part of the stay was the wonderful breakfast brought to our rooms. We loved our time spent there!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent!

Fantastic place with a wonderful host. Close enough to town for ease and far enough away for quiet. Beautiful place all round.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great week at Azabu. It is a unique boutique experience, small scale (only 5 villas) but great communal facilities (pool, sauna, spa) and it made for very personalised service. With a rainforest outlook from the room, it was very relaxing. Thanks to TP and the team for a good holiday. Recommend for couples looking for a relaxing long weekend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel is in a nice location and is generally really nice, the walls are a little thin and you can hear what is happening in the rooms along side you as well as outside but generally it’s nice However the attitude and customer service skills of the staff needs a massive overhaul, for this reason I would probably re consider if I would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice stay

We enjoyed our 1 night stay at the Azabu. The man at check in was very nice and welcoming and the room itself was good although could do with a little updating. The garden was a nice touch although there was a bamboo area that could be utilised much better as it looked unkept and uninviting. It’s nice to be secluded but also conveniently close to the centre of Byron Bay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique part was it was very quite and relaxing atmosphere. Not far from the Byron bay down town .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceptionally beautiful setting with great personal service from the staff. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Atmosphere was peaceful away from the bustle near the beach. The breakfast was fabulous, served on our balcony. Next time we will stay longer
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can I just start by saying the service was exceptional. Cooked breakfasts were amazing which really made the whole stay very relaxing. No hustle or bustle here. Tranquil location minutes from Byron Bay catch an Uber very quick and cheap BTW. My wife and I couldn't believe how nice we were treated it was like the staff were family. We felt instantly at home at Azabu and would definitely recommend to our friends and family to stay here and take up the breakfast offer as well. Parking is a breeze and the local peacocks and kookaburras made the location feel so peaceful. Thank you again for the lovely service and hospitality. Mark and Riki
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Friendly service and quiet place for retreat

The best experience in hospitality from the owner and the ashmosphere of the hotel. Will come back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful 4 night stay at Azabu. We felt so welcomed the moment we entered the reception area. Tamara was so lovely, displaying her knowledge of the retreat along with things to do and places to see in Byron Bay. Our room (King) was gorgeously laid out with fine linen, robes to wear, a private deck area looking out onto the private gardens which formed a forest of great historic trees. Each moment of the day from morning to night we were presented with bird song, the resident peacock and her peachicks. Breakfast was served each morning with local, organic produce and laid out with reverence. We had wonderful conversations with TP, a gracious man and listened with excitement of some of the changes he will be making at Azabu. There is a pool, spa, sauna, a path to walk and do some tree bathing and areas to sit quietly, reflect and to just be. A truly divine hideaway nook that I’d highly recommend. We will definitely return another day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding host TP (and also Tamara in his absence). We had a wonderful relaxing time. Would definitely recommend Azabu and hope to return st some point.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful view from room! Staff were super friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place to stay. Angela was very accomodating even though our stay was only a couple of nights. Breakfast was yummy, the room was amazing and so was the surroundings. Looking forward to staying again, hopefully a little longer next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Needs renovation, very dated throughout.

The location is perfect set amongst the sub tropical rainforest, however everything needs to be bought up to a 5 star level as stated. The room is very old and because of that seems dirty. Needs renovations, fresh coat of paint, new shower, desperately needs new bed sheets and robes badly, in saying that the bed was comfortable but the sheets felt old, needs all new light fittings, etc. Where the mini bar fridge is they should utilize the space more and have a small bench top to put drinks and nibbles and on the balcony. We booked purely based on one factor that the retreat had a sauna and hot tub, yet after paying in full and checking in we found the sauna and it wasn’t a sauna it was a shoe box with heaters extremely uncomfortable and didn’t heat to standard and it was shoved down below the pool area very weird choice. Would have preferred there to be one at all...Some Japanese slippers to go with the robes would have been nice. There was a little garden path you could walk down to chill out or read a book when we decided to take advantage of the space when we got to it, it was stacked with timber and not complete as if someone started and never intended to finish. Also back in the room there was a tacky tv and DVD player mounted to the wall looking ugly and distasteful. We booked for Japanese ZEN not to watch TV I suggest they take them all out of rooms as people would book this location to disconnect and relax. Needs some love ASAP or will soon be out of business.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location 5min drive into the 'Hinterlands' from the center of Byron bay. Very tranquil and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stumbled on to this accommodation after having a B+B that we had booked nearby cancelled. It is a few kilometres out of town on a badly maintained road but well worth the drive. Beautiful set up in a beautiful setting. We arrived too late to get our breakfast menu in (has to be in by 4pm) so they gave us a $50 voucher for a lovely cafe on the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great place to unwind in the midst of a forest and yet being close to Byron Bay. We had a great experience here. Nothing that would disturb the tranquillity of your stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018