Swell Hotel Byron Bay - Adults Only

Hotels
9.3 (238 reviews)
11 Butler Street , Byron Bay , au

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Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Sauna
Massage services
Non-smoking throughout
Shallow end
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Amazing staff
Great location
Beautifully decorated
Cons:
Noise issues
Insects in the bathroom
Not great value for money

Categories

Cleanliness
8.6
Issues with insects in the bathroom and poorly maintained lighting in some rooms.
Service
10
Staff were noted to be amazing, friendly, accommodating, and attentive.
Location
9.8
Great location close to the main strip and restaurants.
Room Quality
8.8
Lovely rooms but some issues with noise, size, and decor functionality.
Amenities
9.8
Fabulously decorated with a great gym nearby.
Value for Money
8.3
Not considered great value for the price paid; perceived as style over substance.
Food and Beverage
9.3
Good selection of cocktails available.
Overall Experience
9.8
Generally a positive and recommended experience despite some drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 03:52

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience a 5-star stay with free WiFi, a terrace, and a bar for your enjoyment.

Relaxation and Wellness
Take advantage of our outdoor pool, fitness centre, garden, and sauna during your stay.

Prime Location
Located just 500 meters from Main Beach and 700 meters from Belongil Beach, with nearby attractions like Clarkes Beach and Cape Byron Lighthouse.

To book your stay at Swell Hotel Byron Bay - Adults Only, contact us today!

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 238 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.6
Service: 10
Location: 9.8
Room Quality: 8.8
Amenities: 9.8
Value for Money: 8.3
Food and Beverage: 9.3
Overall Experience: 9.8
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Christophe • solo_traveller • fr
4
Once not twice.
Pros:

Noisy but arrogant.

Cons:

Arrogant but noisy.

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Grace • extended_group • au
10
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Ebony • couple • au
10
Relaxing
Pros:

The staff were lovely upon arrival and the check-in process was so easy! The facilities were amazing the aesthetic rooms and pool area definitely were a stand out for me. The sauna and cold plunge were also a really cool experience, my partner loved them. The hotel is also in a really convenient spot and walked literally everywhere - it only took a few minutes to get to the shops and restaurants! We would definitely stay at The Swell if we were to visit Byron Bay again.

Cons:

It would be amazing if there was a larger room service menu but since all of the shops and restaurants were so close it never was a big problem for us. On our second night we were unfortunately in a room next to what sounded like a group of friends that were very loud, slamming doors and what sounded like going in and out of the room until the early morning which was annoying, but not any fault of the hotel staff.

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Jackie • couple • au
10
2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Sophie • family_with_children • au
10
2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • couple • gb
10
2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Chloe • couple • au
7
2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Brydie • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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lesley • couple • gb
9
The Swell had amazing staff and was a wonderfully welcome place to stay in a perfect location. It served our needs perfe
Pros:

The property was perfectly situated for what we wanted to do; surfing and diving all within walking distance as were the many restaurants.

Cons:

The room we had backed onto the communal pool. I thought we would have direct access to this but we did not and privacy was not that great. I would choose a garden room in future.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Meg • couple • au
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Rodney • couple • au
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • couple • nz
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Joel • extended_group • au
9
Pros:

Rooms / Amenities / and the staff were briliiant

Cons:

N/A

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Jill • extended_group • au
10
Oasis in a perfect location
Pros:

The location
The morning yoga
Friendly, attentive staff
Aesthetics of the property

Cons:

More storage in the room

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • couple • au
10
2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • couple • ch
10
Pros:

Top Location, very lovely people and in general beautiful Hotel and rooms. Best Hotel in Byron Bay!

Cons:

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2026-01-16 • via Nuitee
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Ines • couple • pt
10
2026-01-12 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • au
9
Pros:

Friendly staff , beautiful interiors / 70s Vibe. Small boutique hotel / motel

Cons:

Bedding was not the comfiest

2026-01-11 • via Nuitee
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Renae • couple • au
9
A gorgeous sanctuary in the heart of bustling Byron. Boutique, detailed
Pros:

We loved the location and the staff were super friendly.
A beautiful sanctuary in the heart of bustling Byron town.

Cons:

The pool was very shallow and needed more water to be filled up higher to enjoy the space better.
I would also like to see more additions and options to the menu for food!
The tv was also in an awkward spot in our room and weren’t able to watch tv from the bed!

2026-01-10 • via Nuitee
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Merav • couple • il
10
I wish we come back ASAP!
Pros:

Everything!

2026-01-08 • via Nuitee