Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel, by the ocean, offers a lively beach vibe with shopping on site and a coffee shop/cafe. Enjoy hiking/biking or volleyball in this coastal haven while connecting to WiFi in public areas. A restaurant serves breakfast to dinner and helpful staff have left guests feeling right at home.
Cumbebin Swamp Nature Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Belongil Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Main Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
Byron Community Market - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
Byron Tourist Information Centre - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
Getting around
Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 27 min drive
Lismore, NSW (LSY) - 50 min drive
Mullumbimby Station - 17 min drive
Free area shuttle
Free shopping center shuttle
Restaurants
Beach Hotel - 3 min drive
Fishheads - 3 min drive
The Balcony - 2 min drive
North Byron Hotel - 5 min drive
Miss Margarita - 3 min drive
About this property
Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel
Situated by the ocean, Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel is a great choice for a stay in Byron Bay. For a bite to eat, guests can check out The Treehouse, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and free bike rentals.
At a glance
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Hotel size
37 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 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 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Offsite
Free area shuttle
Free shopping center shuttle
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Barbecue grills
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Free local shuttle
What to do
Volleyball
Hiking/biking trails
Helicopter/airplane tours
Surfing/body boarding
Skydiving
Shopping
Beach access
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Free bicycle rentals
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Facilities
7 buildings/towers
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Television in common areas
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LCD TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Ceiling fan
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shared bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
More
Limited housekeeping
Special features
Dining
The Treehouse - This café serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: AUD 20 per stay
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.5 percent
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Byron Beach
Byron Beach Resort
Belongil Beachhouse Hotel Byron Bay
Wake Up Byron Bay Hostel
Wake Up Hostel
Wake Up Byron Bay
Wake Up! Byron Bay
Wake Up Byron Hostel Byron
Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel Byron Bay
Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Does Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like skydiving, surfing, and cycling. Additional recreation onsite includes helicopter/airplane tours and volleyball. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, The Treehouse.
What's the area around Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel like?
Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel is located near Belongil Beach, and a short 2-minute walk from Cumbebin Swamp Nature Reserve.
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Reviews
Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.0
Cleanliness
9.4
Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The beach directly opposite the property is beautiful and pet-friendly, with a 20-minute walk or a free shuttle bus available. (4 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 4, 2026
Friendly staff, good location. Room could have been cleaner as there was sand in bit beds upon arrival
skylar
skylar, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 21, 2023
The distance to the beach was great, and the food and drinks in the bar next door was fantastic. Very convenient and appreciate that the bar closes at 10pm to allow people to sleep
Barry
Barry, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 5, 2023
Fantastic!
Excellent hostel - fantastic facilities throughout with the kitchen, pool, bar, laundry etc, the place is well maintained and my private room was kept incredibly clean throughout my one-week stay.
Belonging Beach is literally on the doorstep, and there's a great cafe/restaurant right next door. They also run hourly free shuttle services to/from the town centre which is super convenient. Highly recommend!
Shravan
Shravan, 6-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2026
Great accommodation and surroundings.
Steven
Steven, 12-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 22, 2023
Clean great location across from an amazing beach 10/10
TANYA
TANYA, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2023
This is a superior hostel! Great location and great facilities. Very clean too!
Madeline
Madeline, 5-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 11, 2018
Lovely place, free bike hire and surfboard hire. Newly renovated, great position.Quiet position, free shuttle into town.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2023
Clean and cosy. The bathrooms look quite new, and that may also be because they are cleaned daily. A bit of a walk from the centre of town, but the hourly shuttle buses to and from make things much easier. The beach directly opposite is beautiful. If you're driving to Byron and have a car, staying here is very beneficial, as there is plenty of on-premises parking as well as street parking; where as in town would be more difficult or costly due to metered parking.
Mason
Mason, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 29, 2022
Overall great service, amenities and location. One important critique is to ensure all towels and bed sheets are not stained. It does not give confidence as a customer that they are clean.
Athena
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 11, 2023
Stayed 4 nights and the Private Rooms were great.
Very clean and the staff were always attentive.
Private room came with aircon and a basin etc, shared bathrooms were ok but the lights were out for the last 2 days I was there.
Nice area of Byron Bay and Belongil Beach is literally across the road. Treehouse cafe is next door and this place was my go to coffee stop, great tunes too.
Free shuttle bus is very handy to get into town, parking in Byron Bay is a nightmare and a rip off so the bus was great to have.
Staff forgot to do my room on one of the mornings but besides this the hotel is very good.
*Note: This is a very young hostel and the backpapers I found were very young. If you are looking for an older group of people to stay with then this might not be the place. I had a private room which was ok but if I was to have stayed in a dorm I would have felt out of place.
Harry
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 6, 2023
Bel endroit à quelques pas de la plage, personnel sympathique, nettoyage de la chambre à tous les jours et quelques activités offertes. Il y a un restaurant à côté, ce qui est tres pratique, mais il est plutôt cher…
Emanuelle
Emanuelle, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 28, 2022
Great place to meet young people traveling.
Sofie Amalie
Sofie Amalie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 9, 2022
Private room with hostel vibes
My partner and I spent 4 days after the Christmas holidays in this place in a private room, and we really loved our stay here! As soon as we arrived, the staff welcomed us in a very friendly manner, the check-in took no more than 2min, but they spent around 10min explaining to us all the activities we could do in the area. The hostel runs a free shuttle-bus that will take you to town every hour, or you can decide to do a 20-min walk on the beach which you will not regret (we actually walked every time, as it is a really enjoyable walk, and Belongil is a pet-friendly beach, so you can always play with the dogs who go there for a quick swim).
Christina and Sam were very friendly, they offered us to take a couple of paddle boards to the beach for free (3 hour hire or so, but it was totally worth it). There is a restaurant/bar right next to the hostel called Treehouse on Belongil, they offer good pizzas, the place is nicely decorated and play some nice tunes, with a good party-vibe; it's an excellent option if you want to avoid going back to town for dinner on one night. The room itself had pretty much everything a regular hotel will offer, a nicely decorated room, good A/C, clean bathroom/toilets and comfy beds. Will definitely come back to this place in the future and recommend it to anyone who comes to Byron Bay.
Allan
Allan, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2022
We had a good time. The kitchen closed at 10pm.
Roger
Roger, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 7, 2021
Love it
Super easy check in, clean queen room with ensuite with room cleaning service, comfortable bedding and large space. Will definitely stay again!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2021
great stay
My stay was very enjoyable with plenty of advise and help with requests. The place was kept very clean especially the amenities being cleaned three times a day.
The free bus service to and from the town was well organised and came in very handy.
Over all a well run place.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 6, 2020
Lage am Ortsrand und am Meer, ruhiger als im Zentrum. Die Anlage selbst wirkt fast Wie ein Resort; sehr grün und schöner Garten. Angenehme Atmosphäre, alles sehr offen gebaut. Möchte man ins Zentrum ist man allerdings auf den teils unregelmässig verkehrenden Shuttlebus angewiesen, wenn man nicht gut 20 Minuten zu Fuss gehen oder ein Leihfahrrad nutzen möchte. Alles in allem aber ein sehr schönes Hostel, wenn auch nicht ganz günstig.
Max
Max, 4-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 12, 2020
Friendly, large, awesome that they had yoga nd free surf and cycle hire.
Verified traveler
5-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Feb 5, 2020
Booked a double room, but the hotel changed it to a twin room hoping I wouldn’t notice. Kitchen needs improving.
oliver
oliver, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 22, 2019
Great Hostel
Great facilities and location. Shuttle bus service was really helpful.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 24, 2019
Melhor opção possível
Dos melhores Hostel que já fiquei em todo o mundo. Serviços incríveis (shuttle até o centro, bicicleta e pranchas de surf, tudo de graça!) e instalações irretocaveis.
João
João, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2019
Super séjour au top merci
Parfait, un hôtel superbe avec des activités sympa gratuites, la plage en face et un shuttle efficace.
Marc Antoine
Marc Antoine, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2019
Very nice clean and friendly hostel! I super recommend it! Staff very friendly
Julia
Julia, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2019
Very good hostel chain
Wake Up! is a really good hostel chain. I also stayed at their location in Sydney and this one is very well run as well. They have events such as free wine and cheese night. I had a private room which was nice because it had a sink in the room. The location is a little far from the town center, but they have shuttles running back and forth all day long.
Overall, I'd recommend the place.
Steven
Steven, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Apr 2, 2019
Good stay, enjoy the surf and bring earplugs!
There were chairs right outside our room which the staff and others used before 8 to video chat with people which was super annoying. One night because we were on the way to the kitchen a girl tried to climb through our window, I don’t see this as a hostel issue just a strange experience. The bike and surfboards being free hire was awesome! Their pancake breakfast is super slow, they need a flat top grill or to use the bbqs with a flat grill on them for it. It was too slow and stopped all other kitchen traffic. More cold storage would be ideal too. This hostel is giant for having only one kitchen.