| a 2-minute walk from main beach, this laid-back hotel is also 2 km from belongil beach and 3 km from cape byron lighthouse. upgraded quarters add furnished terraces with bbq grills and/or ocean views, while penthouses feature kitchens, separate lounge areas and washer/dryers. airy, modern suites with a beachy vibe offer free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and minibars, plus tea and coffeemaking facilities. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. parking, continental breakfast and beach equipment are free. there's also weekend social events with wine tastings
Gold Coast Airport 54 min
Cape Byron (6 min)
Rugged headland & easternmost point of Australia, home to a panoramic lighthouse & low-key beaches. The Pass (4 min)
Surf breaks, dolphin or whale sightings & sunset strolls on a beach overlooked by a lighthouse. Cape Byron State Conservation Area (9 min)
Hiking, surfing & dining around Australia's most easterly point, home to Cape Byron Lighthouse. Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens (24 min)
Attraction featuring massive geodes surrounded by subtropical gardens, plus a cafe & shop. Cape Byron Lighthouse (6 min)
Completed in 1901, this working lighthouse features sweeping bay views, a maritime museum & tours. Belongil Beach (3 min)
Tranquil 2.5-km. beach with lifeguards on select dates & a clothing-optional area at the north end. Julian Rocks Nguthungulli Nature Reserve (6 min)
Rocky outcrops in waters known for diving & snorkeling among gray nurse sharks, stingrays & turtles. Wategos Beach (5 min)
Picturesque, sheltered sandy beach popular for surfing, swimming, paddle boarding & picnicking. Main Beach (2 min)
Long sandy beach popular for swimming & surfing, with bars, restaurants & hotels nearby. Clarkes Beach (20 min)
Sweeping, wide sandy beach known for surfing lessons & humpback whale sightings. Tallow Beach (5 min)
This expansive sandy beach in Arakwal National Park is a popular spot for swimming & birdwatching. The Wreck (9 min)
Popular, rustic surfing beach with offshore remains of a shipwreck that can be seen above the water. Beach Byron Bay (10 min)
Modern Australian menu in a light-filled, stylish beachfront cafe/restaurant with outdoor seats. The Farm Byron Bay (11 min)
Working farm, plant nursery & sustainable market garden with tours, an onsite restaurant & a bakery. Arakwal National Park (20 min)
Scenic area known for a sandy beach that's popular for wildlife viewing, swimming & fishing. | 
