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YHA Cape Byron

2.0 star property
Hostel with an outdoor pool, near Wategos Beach

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Relax in a serene outdoor patio surrounded by lush greenery and comfortable seating.
Kitchen area with microwave, stove, and tiled floor, featuring a seating area with red chairs.
Guests can enjoy meal preparation in this well-equipped kitchen.
Relax by the pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with stunning views from the multi-level structure.
Relax in a spacious lounge area with a variety of seating options and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Corner of Byron and Middleton Streets, Byron Bay, NSW, 2481
  • Main Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Wategos Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cape Byron Lighthouse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Bed in 10-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

Cozy dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a window.

Bed in 10-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Cozy dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a window.

Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

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

View all photos for Bed in 5-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

Cozy dormitory room with bunk beds arranged in a U-shape, featuring a window with an outside view.

Bed in 5-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Cozy dormitory room with bunk beds and a compact staircase to an upper level, offering a comfortable space for travelers.

Double Plus Four with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and convenient storage.

Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Two single beds with crisp linens and matching pillows, set in a minimalist space with a brick accent wall and a window with a metal grid.

Premium Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

Cozy dormitory room with bunk beds arranged in a U-shape, featuring a window with an outside view.

Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Two single beds with white linens, a wardrobe, and a window with a curtain.

Queen Plus One with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Relax in a cozy space with a neatly made bed, desk, and flat-screen TV.

Queen Room with Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Enjoy a comfortable stay with a single bed, desk, and sea view from this well-appointed room.

Queen Room With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2

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Two single beds with white bedding, a large mirror, and a flat-screen TV are featured in this well-maintained room.

Premium Twin Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Bed in 10-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

Cozy dormitory-style room with bunk beds and a single bed, featuring a window for natural light.

Bed in 10-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

View all photos for Queen Plus Single Bed With Shared Bathroom

Enjoy a restful stay in this simply designed room featuring a single bed and wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

Queen Plus Single Bed With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Double Plus Four With Shared Bathroom

Simple, functional room with a single bed and air conditioning unit.

Double Plus Four With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 6

View all photos for Bed in 5-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

Two bunk beds with blue mattresses and patterned pillows are arranged in an L-shape in this simple dormitory room.

Bed in 5-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

View all photos for Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

Cozy dormitory-style room with bunk beds and a single bed, featuring a window for natural light.

Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

View all photos for Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

Two bunk beds with blue mattresses and patterned pillows are arranged in an L-shape in this simple dormitory room.

Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1

View all photos for Queen Room With Shared Bathroom

Cozy retreat with a single bed, flat-screen TV, and a door leading to a space.

Queen Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Byron Bay

YHA Cape Byron places you within a 5-minute walk of Main Beach and Byron Tourist Information Centre. This 30-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and a library.
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What's nearby

  • Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Clarkes Beach - 18 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • The Pass - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Wategos Beach - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Cape Byron Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Mullumbimby Station - 22 min drive
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Great Northern Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bayleaf Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Betty's Burgers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Twisted Sista Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bang Bang Byron Bay - ‬2 min walk

About this property

YHA Cape Byron

Hostel with an outdoor pool, near Wategos Beach
YHA Cape Byron features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and microwave in a common area. Self parking is available for AUD 19 per night. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, a library, and a terrace.
All 30 air-conditioned accommodations feature a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Self parking on site (AUD 19 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Self parking fee: AUD 19 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Cape Byron YHA Hostel
Cape YHA Hostel
Cape YHA

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around YHA Cape Byron?

Located steps from Club Byron, this hostel is in Byron Bay, and within a 10-minute walk of Main Beach and Byron Community Market. You'll also find Arakwal National Park and Clarkes Beach less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at YHA Cape Byron?

Yes, parking is offered for AUD 19 per night.

Does YHA Cape Byron include a casino on the premises?

No, YHA Cape Byron doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at YHA Cape Byron?

No, this hostel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at YHA Cape Byron?

Couples will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a library at this hostel.

Does YHA Cape Byron have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does YHA Cape Byron feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, YHA Cape Byron doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does YHA Cape Byron allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at YHA Cape Byron though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at YHA Cape Byron?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Where is the closest airport to YHA Cape Byron?

The closest major airport to YHA Cape Byron is Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway), which is 21.7 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lismore, NSW (LSY), which is around 25.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at YHA Cape Byron?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at YHA Cape Byron.

YHA Cape Byron Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 63 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

lee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying at a Hostel. Was surprised how clean and tidy the room was - great value for money
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Crystal

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room. Convenient location. Easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unlike other YHA hostels , this one is twice as expensive and is full of loud and arrogant people who show no accountability to their drunk behaviour and do not respect others who are staying there. Very hard to get some sleep. Better off sleeping in a car.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Felipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Individual bathrooms rather than shared bathrooms would make a huge difference but otherwise good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suresh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doerte

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good kitchen and nice terrace sitting place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Fantastic stay

We loved our stay here. The price was just right, the location was second to none, the room and common areas were very clean, and the bed was unexpectedly amazingly comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Riedle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
A lot of people
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mayra

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All perfect
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARGAUX

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

fantastic

so great! first time sleeping in a hostel it was wonderful !
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suryachandra

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

YU RA

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

Great place to hang around Byron Bay town

Friendly staff and easy check-in&out In the town, easy go to bars, restaurants, beaches and just 5 min drive to the lighthouse. Nice and clean room for 2 ppl
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was much better than my expectations owing to an upgrade in recent times. The male and female staff members were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kris

The place was good, clean bathrooms, friendly staff. Unfortunately though, I didn’t get much sleep due to other people walking around throughout the night talking really loudly. Not your fault. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Flett

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the place but needs more areas for people who enjoy smoking there is literally one tiny area which was far from my room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Shiorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was amazing, the floor and the shared bathroom was clean. But they said no noise is permitted with the notes on the wall, but unfortunately the people around my room were so loud, talked outside of my front door. Even I closed all the windows I could hear. But the other than that it was nice accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Alyce

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff. Mattress was comfy but old as it sunk in the middle.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Economical and friendly convenient to shops and beach. Very friendly and helpful staff. Other people staying were also decent and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

REECE

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Ivan

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

Good hostel

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021