We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Cape Byron YHA

Cnr Byron and Middleton Sts, Byron Bay, New South Wales 2481, Australia
Hotel amenities
Cape Byron YHA
Show the lowest price for this hotel*
Show Prices
*from our partners
Write a Review

40 reviews from our community

    Trip type
Traveller rating
    6
    10
    16
    6
    2
Date Rating
Senior Contributor
33 reviews 33 reviews
19 hotel reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2013

This hostel was clean and the rooms were relatively spacious, although lacking any lockers... Bathrooms were ok but toilets were quite dirty. Kitchen clean, but small so busy. This is a large hostel, it didn't feel like it had any soul or heart and I felt like a number whilst staying there. No one was rude or unhelpful though, just... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
NSW
Contributor
12 reviews 12 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2013

Got picked up from bus and slept in a hot 5 share room. Didn't stay to eat in kitchen as it was too crowded and there was no fridge space. Luggage storage was overflowing.No lockers in the rooms. Got a lift to bus next day and left all the 20something European/English tourists to it.

Was this review helpful? Yes
Surfers Paradise, Australia
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2013

Stayed in literally every hostel in Byron . I found this the best one, purely because of the staff! Really friendly and always willing to help! Also beds were really comfy, awesome sitting areas and good kitchen, ( pots and pans DEF need replacing..they are horrible but only downfall) Can borrow bikes for free and doors lock out the front... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Exeter, United Kingdom
Contributor
16 reviews 16 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2013

The rooms were small but clean. Didn't seem as good quality as other YHA's. There are reading lights by each bed and a couple of plug sockets in each room but it seemed to have something lacking for the price. If I was staying in Byron again I think I'd try a different hostel but it may be that it's... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Cambridge, United Kingdom
Top Contributor
77 reviews 77 reviews
45 hotel reviews
Reviews in 42 cities Reviews in 42 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2013

I stayed at Cape Byron for 2 nights in October. There didn't seem to be a great choice of budget accomodation in town, so I ended up at the YHA, which I thought would be the safe choice. Oh how I was mistaken. There seemed to be a number of young travellers who were working at the hostel who sat... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Plymouth, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2013

We booked a private room which had a double bed and single bed. There was no aircon and with the temperatures around 30degrees the nights were far too hot, there was a fan and windows to keep open but this meant noise and lead to almost unbearable sleeping conditions. The room was clean and the bathrooms clean but there were... More

Was this review helpful? Yes

Travellers are raving about these Byron Bay hotels

The Byron at Byron Resort & Spa
4.5 of 5 stars
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d503452?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton
Byron Central Apartments
4 of 5 stars
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d456696?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton
Beach Suites
4.5 of 5 stars
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d2016264?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton
Tallow Beach Motel
4.5 of 5 stars
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d639687?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton
Victoria\
4.5 of 5 stars
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d736298?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_RavingAboutButton
Diano Marina, Italy
Senior Contributor
31 reviews 31 reviews
18 hotel reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 November 2012

We have been in many hostels before, but we found this YHA was definitely overpriced for what you get: we booked the only double room with private bathroom they have and paid what you normally pay for a 3-to-4-stars hotel. Room was small and very noisy, on grond floor, with very old furnishings and a small bed. Bathroom was ok... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Brisbane, Australia
Contributor
13 reviews 13 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 November 2012

I stayed one night at Cape Byron YHA. I find this hostel really average. It is not as good as other YHAs, which does not impede the price to remain the same. Really too expensive for what you get. The people working there are so friendly, this is one of the main assest of Cape Byron YHA. They are really... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
London, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
37 reviews 37 reviews
32 hotel reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 November 2012

It depends what you're after with this hostel. Make sure you check which YHA to start with, as there are two in Byron Bay. I really enjoyed our stay here, the owners were so welcoming and friendly, it has a real home from home feel. We had a 6 bed room but had it to ourselves (this kept happening in... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Sydney, Australia
Contributor
18 reviews 18 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 September 2012

I stayed here for two nights in Sept '12. I paid $28/night for a 5 share room. The rooms itself were average. The bathrooms were shared but I never had a problem waiting for a shower or toilet. The one thing that is kind of annoying with the rooms is that they all face out on to a courtyard/common area... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
The Byron at Byron Resort & Spa
Great value on a similar hotel
Byron Bay, New South Wales
4.5 of 5 stars 444 Reviews
Show Prices
Still looking for a hotel?
Travellers also viewed these Byron Bay hotels
Byron Bay YHA 3.5 of 5 stars 56 reviews Aquarius Backpackers Motel 4.0 of 5 stars 88 reviews Holiday Village Hostel 4.5 of 5 stars 91 reviews Nomads Byron Bay 3.5 of 5 stars 101 reviews
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d643313?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_AlsoViewed_Hero
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d285252?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_AlsoViewed_Hero
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d263580?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_AlsoViewed_Hero
Show Prices ABS:HotelCheckRates-d1386056?&src=Hotel_Review&fromServlet=Hotel_Review&Action=QC_AlsoViewed_Hero
View all 29 hotels in Byron Bay, ranked by popularity

Been to Cape Byron YHA? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Additional Information about Cape Byron YHA

Address: Cnr Byron and Middleton Sts, Byron Bay, New South Wales 2481, Australia
Region: Australia > New South Wales > Byron Bay
Amenities:
Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #46 of 58 Speciality lodging in Byron Bay
Price Range:
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Make sure you stay in the heart of Byron Bay - backpacker's paradise with superb beaches and scenery and lots of nightlife. Cape Byron YHA is a purpose-built hostel in the centre of town, just 100m to the beach. Relaxed atmosphere with common areas surrounding a large heated pool and BBQ area. Free use of bikes and boogie boards. Cafe, dive centre and seperate TV/reading room. ... more   less 
Reservation Options:
TripAdvisor is proud to partner with Booking.com, HostelWorld and HostelBookers so you can book your Cape Byron YHA reservations with confidence. We help millions of travellers each month to find the perfect hotel for both holiday and business trips, always with the best discounts and special offers.

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Cape Byron YHA, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

  • Manage your listing
Cape Byron YHA
Show the lowest price for this hotel (from our partners)
Show Prices