Waves Byron Bay

4.5 star property

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Penthouse | Dining room
Front of property
Penthouse | Living area | LCD TV, DVD player
Exterior
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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35 Lawson Street, Byron Bay, NSW, 2481
  • Place, Main Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Byron Community Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Arakwal National Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Boutique Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

State Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

Waves Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Penthouse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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About this property

Waves Byron Bay

Coffee/tea in a common area, free newspapers and tour/ticket assistance are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking and a free manager's reception are also provided. Other amenities include a fireplace at reception and a front desk safe.
Waves Byron Bay offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Additionally, rooms include a safe and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Waves Byron Bay's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Main Beach. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a free manager's reception.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Services include babysitting, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Steps from Main Beach and 7 minutes on foot from Byron Tourist Information Centre
A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Waves Byron Bay also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in common area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This 4.5-star Byron Bay motel is smoke free.

The motel hosts a free manager's reception daily.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Direct access to the beach

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 30.0 per stay.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 30.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 20 years old.
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7 AM - 6 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 6 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Byron Bay Waves
Waves Byron Bay
Waves Hotel Byron Bay
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Waves Byron Bay Motel
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Waves Byron Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 540 out of 927 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 295 out of 927 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 927 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 927 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 927 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service and the daily servicing of our room was impeccable. Thank you Waves!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location right next to Main Beach (they give free beach towels too) and 2 -5 minute walk to a wide range of food and drink options. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the rooms are very spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne, Breda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ruime kamer met 3 bedden en groot balkon, badkamer met bad en douche. Beetje oudbollig maar schoon en ruim.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really helpful staff, nothing was too much!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Miae

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly, but there was a lot of dust in the room, and the air conditioner did not work properly during our stay, which made it uncomfortable. However, the location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Chuanyan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious family room, the staff is friendly, shops, restaurants, cafes and beach are all within walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

PETER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No overlooked next building
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Staff, extras like umbrellas and coffee machine and extras daily. daily house keeping and friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Annette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The position is fantastic, the room was vast, comfortable and clean, and the staff were wonderful. The bathroom is great and the living! Bedroom is good, but it really needs maintenance in the courtyard. Overall it is a bit tired, but the space amd.position make.ip for that, and I would definitely stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and cozy room, close to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Manuel

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

DONNA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Rouhollah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Terrible wifi. Couldn’t use the TV.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel a block away from main busy CBD but within easy walk to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

alexandra, Lusaka

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and well appointed rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nerissa

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

Great spot

Great location. Nice rooms, very spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025