Waves Byron Bay

Hotels
8.7 (1602 reviews)
35 Lawson Street , Byron Bay , AU
+61 2 6685 5966

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Family rooms
Hiking
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Dated decor
Higher price point

Categories

Cleanliness
8.7
Overall reviews indicate cleanliness with mentions of clean rooms but some comments on dated components.
Service
9.2
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.2
Many reviews highlighted the excellent location being close to the beach and town.
Room Quality
8.2
Room quality received mixed feedback, with some concerns about dated decor.
Amenities
8.7
Good amenities including beach gear rentals and complimentary breakfast.
Value for Money
8.2
Some reviews mentioned that the price was higher than expected for the quality.
Food and Beverage
8.7
Complimentary breakfast received positive mentions, but might have room for improvement.
Overall Experience
8.7
Overall a positive experience with some minor areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 00:42

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Indulge in spacious suites and rooftop penthouses with king-size beds, flat-screen TVs, and private terraces with BBQ facilities.

Complimentary Amenities
Enjoy free use of beach chairs, towels, and boogie boards, as well as daily breakfast with muffins, juice, and coffee in the hotel foyer.

Convenient Location
Located just steps away from Main Beach, with easy access to restaurants, shops, and local activities like diving, surfing, and whale watching.

Experience the ultimate beach getaway at Waves Byron Bay. Book now for a luxurious stay by the sea.

Important information:

Guests arriving outside reception opening hours are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that there is a non-refundable 2% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Please note that this property does not accept school graduate guests, Bucks or Hens group parties. Group bookings have to be approved by the property prior to a booking being made.


Group bookings have to be approved by the property prior to a booking being confirmed, and if approved 14 days notice of cancellation is required out of peak season, 30 days notice of cancellation for Easter/Christmas and New Years dates.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: BNK

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1602 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.7
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.2
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 8.2
Food and Beverage: 8.7
Overall Experience: 8.7
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Hannah • solo_traveller • gb
9
Great location & big rooms!
Pros:

The location is absolutely brilliant. You’re away from the pubs and bars where it can be quite noisy in the nights. It was lovely & quiet!

My room was huge too! The beds are sooo comfy. Had a great sleep on both nights.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Brett • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

location very clean and comfortable and great location

Cons:

rooms

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
9
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Micaela • extended_group • ar
10
Pros:

Location was amazing

Cons:

Breakfast could be better

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Malcolm • couple • au
9
Pros:

Clean good location

Cons:

Odd bathroom

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • au
9
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Jishuai • couple • tw
10
Good place to visit
Pros:

The bathtub is really comfortable. Parking is free and many available.

Cons:

N/A

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Kylie • couple • au
6
Pros:

Location was great

Cons:

Very basic for the price

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Leanne • extended_group • au
9
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Ernest • couple • gb
8
Will be back again by far best value for money
Pros:

Large room ,very good shower,large quality bathtub, bed top quality mattress and pillows ,set in perfect position town and beach and as bonus in morning coffee-muffin fruit available to go for free,

Cons:

Doors need to be made soft closing to prevent excessive noise by any inconsiderate guests,

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Brett • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

great location

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Carly • family_with_children • au
8
Very comfortable and great location!
Pros:

Location and very clean and tidy

Cons:

Property was great and very comfortable.

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Emily • couple • au
5
Pros:

Was a great location.

Cons:

Very expensive for just a room. We were expecting a view however we’re out on the ground floor facing the road so it was very noisy and it sounded like people were moving furniture above us the whole time. When we first arrived the table in our room was covered in food, we had to ask reception to clean it for us. It really made us question the cleanliness of the rest of the room. Overall quite a disappointing experience, probably would not stay again.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • extended_group • au
9
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Leanne • solo_traveller • au
10
Wonderful place to stay. Spacious, clean, parking and yummy complimentary breakfast
Pros:

Location and size of the rooms

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Petra • couple • de
9
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Irit • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • solo_traveller • au
10
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Sophie • family_with_children • au
10
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • sk
10
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee