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Drifter Byron Bay

3.0 star property
Hotel with an outdoor pool, near Wategos Beach

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Shared kitchen
Private King Penthouse Suite
Reception
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$244
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov

Explore the area

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1 Lateen Ln, Byron Bay, NSW, 2481
  • Place, Main Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Wategos Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Cape Byron Lighthouse
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Private Queen Ensuite Room

Private Queen Ensuite Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Private King Penthouse Suite

Private King Penthouse Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Superior 8 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Superior 6 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Superior 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Superior 4 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Superior 4 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Superior 6 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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Private Superior 6 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Private Superior 6 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Superior 6 Bed Female Dorm

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Superior 8 Bed Female Dorm

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Superior 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Superior 10 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Superior 10 Bed Female Dorm

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Bunk Beds

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Private Twin Ensuite Room

Private Twin Ensuite Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Private Superior Queen Ensuite Room

Private Superior Queen Ensuite Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Byron Bay

Drifter Byron Bay puts you in the heart of Byron Bay, within just a 10-minute stroll of Byron Tourist Information Centre and Main Beach. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities and a lift. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Near this 3-property class Byron Bay hotel, you'll find Wategos Beach.

What's nearby

  • Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Clarkes Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • The Pass - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Wategos Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Cape Byron Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Mullumbimby Station - 21 min drive
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Great Northern Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Balcony - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Byron Corner Store - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Saltwater Social Club - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Combi - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Drifter Byron Bay

Hotel with an outdoor pool, near Wategos Beach
As a guest of Drifter Byron Bay, you'll find an outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and a lift. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Byron Bay hotel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Drifter Byron Bay offers 21 accommodations. This Byron Bay hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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
  • Secured, covered parking on site (AUD 15 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Covered self-parking fee: AUD 15 per day
  • 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

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Vali Hotel
Vali Byron
Vali by Village Hotel
Vali by Village Byron Bay
Vali by Village Hotel Byron Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Drifter Byron Bay?

Yep, Drifter Byron Bay has a secured covered self car park for AUD 15 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Drifter Byron Bay?

As of 17 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drifter Byron Bay on 4 Nov 2025 start from NZ$243.62, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Drifter Byron Bay?

Yep, Drifter Byron Bay is a short 5-minute walk from Main Beach.

Does Drifter Byron Bay have a pool?

Drifter Byron Bay has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Drifter Byron Bay?

No, Drifter Byron Bay does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Drifter Byron Bay?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Drifter Byron Bay?

No, only service animals are allowed.