With a population of 6,764, Byron Bay is a must-see destination in New South Wales, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Byron Bay deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
If you’re looking for affordable options, No Bones Byron Bay (11 Fletcher Street) and St Elmo - Byron Bay (Cnr Fletcher St and Lawson Ln) are great picks.
When flying to Byron Bay, you’ll arrive at Ballina Byron (BNK), which is located 22 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Byron Bay from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 11h 50m.
Another option to get to Byron Bay is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 143 km from Byron Bay. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Crazy Clark's Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.
From 5-star hotels such as the Elements of Byron to great affordable options like the The Lord Byron, Byron Bay offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $291 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $504 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Surf House and Aquarius Backpacker Resort.
Expect to pay $1.97 per litre in Byron Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.57 and $31.43.