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Aquarius Backpackers Motel

16 Lawson St, Byron Bay, New South Wales 2481, Australia
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Bristol, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

I honestly loved this back packers! you get a free dinner everynight, you get cocktail hour so cheaper drinks at certain times, think it was 5-7 or something? i stayed in the 10 bed girls doorm, was awesome we met so many people and ended up staying for 2 weeks because it was that good. staff were lovely , pool... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

We stayed at Aqaurius in January 2013 and absolutely loved it. We booked into a double room for our first night as there were no spaces left in the dorms. It had a comfy bed and a ceiling fan but that was pretty much it. It was also attached to a dorm room, which we were aware of before booking... More

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2013

Stayed in a 10 bed, all girl dorm for three nights in mid February. Expected it to be very noisy but the room was split over two levels and everyone was very considerate so it was easy to sleep if you wanted to. The rooms were so clean and very spacious, the staff were also amazing and very helpful when... More

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Toronto
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2013

Had an amazing three nights at this hostel. The rooms are well set up with back yard sitting areas and bathroom / shower in each room. The dinner is included with the purchase of a drink from the bar and is actually quite good. The hostel staff work hard to organize activities in the bar and create a good environment.... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013 via mobile

We had the upstairs room with ensure and balcony! Bed very comfortable! Fans and tv worked well. Also had small fridge tea coffee etc. plenty of room although very dated was comfortable! Only drawback was the noise at night. Quietened by midnight though! Beer was flat and baseman didn't give a rats even when we bought a jug of it!... More

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Newcastle, Australia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2013

People and activities were great here, the facilities were pretty dirty though, even for a hostel. The shower looked like it hadn't ever been cleaned properly and the room was covered in dust. Overall had a good stay.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2013 via mobile

Spent a month staying in hostels going up the easy coast, this was by far the best hostel I stayed at out of many. Free dinners, spacious rooms, clean bathrooms, great shower! And our room had a balcony which was awesome. Cheap drinks and a good pool area. So easy to meet people. And five minutes to the beach. And... More

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Brighton, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2013

Cracking little hostel this one. Rooms are nicely sized with bathroom/shower room and the beds were nice and comfortable. Rooms cleaned daily which is very nice and makes a difference!! Nice tough to have a sink in the corner of the room as well, handy when people are in the shower to use that. Balcony or garden patio is also... More

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Aquariusbackpackers, Manager at Aquarius Backpackers Motel, responded to this review
11 February 2013

Sweet to here you had an all round great stay. Thanks for your review! More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2013

we were recommended this place from the hostel we stayed at in surfers. Was a great stay only had 2 nights but loved byron. Hostel is close to the beach and town and has a great bar. Room was tidy and beds were good all up this place was great.

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Aquariusbackpackers, Manager at Aquarius Backpackers Motel, responded to this review
11 February 2013

Great to hear you enjoyed your stay! Thanks for taking the time to give us some feedback! More

Sydney, Australia
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2013

Ok so don’t expect 5 star hotel luxury, but as far as hostels go you aren’t going to get better value for money and a better location close to the beach. It only cost $35 a night for a dorm room and they were really rather lovely, they were not only clean and comfortable but were very spacious and not... More

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Aquariusbackpackers, Manager at Aquarius Backpackers Motel, responded to this review
11 February 2013

That's great to hear you had a fantastic stay, and thanks for recommending Aquarius to your friends. Word of mouth is the best advertising ever. Good to hear you enjoyed the free dinner and our random activities in the bar! Karaoke is def my favouite night :) Enjoy the rest of your trip and please come back and stay again! More

 
 
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Also Known As:
Aquarius Backpackers Hotel
Aquarius Backpackers Hotel Byron Bay
Address: 16 Lawson St, Byron Bay, New South Wales 2481, Australia
Region: Australia > New South Wales > Byron Bay
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #13 of 58 Speciality lodging in Byron Bay
Price Range: £
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
At Aquarius Backpackers Byron Bay we have a range of accommodation options to suit all budgets. From self-contained apartments, budget private rooms and spacious dorm rooms. You should be able to find a room to put your head down and get some rest after a busy day of shopping, surfing and soaking up the unique Byron Bay atmosphere. A free daily dinner (lunch on a Sunday) is provided to all guests staying at Aquarius in the Aqua Bar. Free overnight off street parking and free baggage storage (max 12hrs) is available to Aquarius guests. We also have an onsite security guard after hours to help you if any issues should arise or for late check in’s. ... more   less 
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