Set 100 metres from Main Beach in Byron Bay's town centre, The Surf House offers premium accommodation and a rooftop bar. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and covered parking is available. The Surf House includes private en suite rooms as well as unique shared rooms, suitable for couples, groups or solo travellers looking for a getaway in Byron Bay. The guest rooms have undergone a major refurbishment and boast a beach-chic design. Private rooms come with the option of an ensuite, TV, bath towels and your own balcony. The spacious shared rooms include individual secure storage and linens provided. The hostel features a rooftop bar, which offers an open area complete with artisan rugs and textiles, coastal-style umbrellas as well as trinkets sourced from travels around the world. You can enjoy relaxing and enjoying local Byron Bay brews and freshly made pizzas. Also available are the use of free surfboards for guests, to enjoy the nearby surf at Main Beach. The property is located in the town's centre, just a short walk from a variety of restaurants, bars and cafes.The nearest airport is Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, 22 km from the property. The Surf House is a convenient short walk from the airport shuttle drop-off point.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Byron Bay, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8

Private parking available on-site


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Byron Bay
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ruby
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Modern hostel, great rooftop and big kitchen area. The main beach is just a 3 min walk away. Would recommend!
  • Marcelo
    Australia Australia
    Exceeded all my expectations, honestly thought for a hostel I would get basic services but the staff, bed quality, the services included (car parking, surf boards) were absolutely over what I thought I would get for the price I paid. Staff was...
  • Abbie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Perfect location, comfy beds, rooftop bar was a great place to hang out
  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location and vibe Clean facilities Helpful staff
  • Zoltan
    Hungary Hungary
    Great location, helpful staff, clean facilities, huge kitchen and dining area, nice rooftop bar. Every hostel should be like this. One of the best accommodations in this category I have ever been.
  • Michael
    Australia Australia
    Excellent stay, very clean. Perfect room layout and facilities. Free welcome drink and surfboard hire. Location dead centre A lot to like about this place. Would be great if carpark was included with private rooms.
  • Levi
    Germany Germany
    Best hostel in Byron bay, amazing all around vibe, great facilities and prime location. Special thanks to Olivia who always went above and beyond and was a great help.
  • Anne-marie
    Australia Australia
    Bathrooms were clean just needs extra cleaning at busier times
  • Natalie
    Australia Australia
    So close to the beach right in town, central to everything
  • Anderson
    Australia Australia
    Exceeded expectations - this was my first time staying at a backpackers. I had a private room with Ensuite and I enjoyed the experience!

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Surf House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Evening entertainment
  • Hiking
  • Billiards
    Additional charge
  • Games room
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs AUD 10 per day.
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Lockers
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Key access
General
  • Adult only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Wellness
  • Yoga classes
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Dutch

House rules
The Surf House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardEftposCash
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a Visa or MasterCard credit card.

Please note that this property has a strict 'No Party Policy'. Failure to comply with property policies may result in the eviction of guests and the loss of any deposits or payments made.

Please note that this property does not have any policies, procedures or resources in place to accommodate the unique needs of school graduates during the annual 'Schoolies Week' period. It does not have adequate resources to engage qualified security personnel to guarantee the safety, comfort and convenience of school graduate guests during this period.

Group bookings of 4 or more guests are subject to approval and must be booked 7 days prior to arrival. Please contact the property using the contact details found on the booking form for more information.

Please note this property cannot accommodate guests under 18 years of age.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about The Surf House

  • The Surf House is 400 yards from the centre of Byron Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Surf House is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The nearest beach is just 200 yards from The Surf House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Surf House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Billiards
    • Games room
    • Evening entertainment
    • Yoga classes
    • Walking tours
    • Happy hour

  • The prices at The Surf House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.