Byron Bay
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Dorm beds in Byron Bay, Australia range from $26 to $71/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 8 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 20, Jul 21, Jul 27.
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Hostel prices in Byron Bay, Australia
A typical dorm night in Byron Bay runs about $27.
Across the upcoming months, July tends to be the cheapest month (from $26/night) and September the most expensive (from $30/night).
At $26/night and up, Byron Bay is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Australia.
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Hostels we track in Byron Bay
- Aquarius Backpackers Byron Bay 9.0 · 3,152 reviews
- Arts Factory by Nomads 7.7 · 2,725 reviews
- Wake Up! Byron Bay 9.4 · 2,724 reviews
- The Surf House 9.6 · 1,557 reviews
- YHA Byron Bay 9.0 · 1,441 reviews
- YHA Cape Byron 9.1 · 1,397 reviews
- Drifter Byron Bay 8.7 · 509 reviews
- Life in Byron Hostel 8.9 · 6 reviews
Local knowledge for Byron Bay
Where to stay
Budget hostels cluster in two spots: Belongil Beach, a 15-minute walk west of town along Childe Street, where it's quieter and a bit cheaper, and the town center around Marvel Street and Bay Street, which puts you close to the bus stop and Main Beach but gets loud on weekends.
Getting around
- Walk the Cape Byron Lighthouse trail from Clarke's Beach at first light before the tour buses arrive. It's free, takes about an hour return, and you'll have the easternmost point of Australia mostly to yourself.
- The Thursday farmers market at Butler Street Reserve opens at 7am and costs a fraction of anything on Jonson Street. Stock up on breakfast there instead of eating at the hostel cafe.
- Bluesfest (Easter long weekend, usually April) doubles or triples hostel rates across the whole region. Either book months ahead or pick a different week entirely.
When to go
June through August (outside the July school holiday fortnight) has the lowest rates and manageable crowds. Prices spike sharply from mid-December through January and over the Easter long weekend.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Byron Bay cost per night?
Dorm beds in Byron Bay currently range from $26 to $71/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Byron Bay?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Byron Bay are July 20, July 21, July 27.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Byron Bay?
HostelHawk currently tracks 8 hostels in Byron Bay, Australia.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Byron Bay?
Based on current availability, July has the lowest hostel prices in Byron Bay, with dorm beds from $26/night.
Is Byron Bay affordable compared to other hostel cities in Australia?
Byron Bay is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Australia, with dorm prices starting from $26/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Byron Bay?
Budget hostels cluster in two spots: Belongil Beach, a 15-minute walk west of town along Childe Street, where it's quieter and a bit cheaper, and the town center around Marvel Street and Bay Street, which puts you close to the bus stop and Main Beach but gets loud on weekends.
What is the best time of year to visit Byron Bay?
June through August (outside the July school holiday fortnight) has the lowest rates and manageable crowds. Prices spike sharply from mid-December through January and over the Easter long weekend.