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Reviews of The Surf House

23 Lawson Street, 2481 Byron Bay, Australia

#7 of 33 hotels in Byron Bay

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Review score

Based on 1599 hostel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free WiFi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: 26 June 2024

    9.0
    Enjoyed it, would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Queen Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could hear people outside in the hallway being loud and woke up to a garbage truck also being really loud at 6:30am

    The apartment was clean and tidy. We got a free upgrade that was really nice with a balcony

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2024

    10
    Happy overall. Would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Queen Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was perfect

    Everything super comfortable

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2024

    10
    An exceptional place in and exceptional location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing I could fault honestly!

    The shared facilities were some of the cleanest we have seen backpacking and their were activities on every night which was such a nice touch because it made everything affordable. Happy hour with $5 drinks and $6 pizzas was a particular highlight! We were also so kindly given a free room upgrade from a shared dorm to a private as we were a couple, we were so so grateful to have our private space after shared dorms for so long! Thank you! ❤️

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2024

    10
    Best hostel in byron
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean facilities and really modern. The kitchen was massive and easily accessible. Overall immaculate vibe and cosy. Also very central location. Had events every night too so created quite a tight knit feel.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom little far from the room.

    Location, spacious common area

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2024

    10
    Chilled and perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Ideal location and great vibe

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed was quite a shaky construction. I stayed in the top bunk and tried not to move since the whole bed was shaking. When I wanted to brush my teeth, 2 twenty something years old were doing it on the sink. Pretty disgusting.

    I actually liked everything. Great kitchen, great room. Great Staff

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2024

    9.0
    Would definitely recommend The Surf House based on the hospitality and location. It was perfect for what we needed it to
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room was a bit dusty, could give a little bit more attention to the cleanliness of the room as they would be nailing it then. Otherwise though it was lovely.

    The location of the property is so convenient. It is located right in the centre of Byron. Bed was comfortable. Balcony was a nice size. Bathroom clean. Room overall was clean and we were provided with clean towels daily. Lovely chilled vibe. Rooftop bar was a lovely touch.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2024

    10
    Good surprise! Worth it
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is nothing I would that I didn’t like. I was very surprised actually because it was the first time staying in a hostel and I really like it.

    Cleaning and location

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2024

    9.0
    Unbelievable location, 2 minutes from beach and just off the Main Street. Free surfboards, happy hour and lots of toilet
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unbelievable location, 2 minutes from beach and just off the Main Street. Free surfboards, happy hour and lots of toilets

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Location Room was nice

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is excellent, clean property and stuff are very friendly

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2024

    8.0
    Cool hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room Ensuite with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    It's a hostel, so expectedly noisy at night. Probably not for families or older adults.

    Great location.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2024

    10
    Awesome place to stay in Byron Bay 💖
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, cleanliness, friendly as staff, cheap overnight parking, hot showers, clean bathrooms, airconditioning, comfy beds and linen and of course a free drink 😜 Thank you so much for having us, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here 💖

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Accommodation was so nice. Kitchen very large with a lot of fridge space and individual cupboards. Staff very professional and helpful. Great location too.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2024

    10
    Great place to stay !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This was the best place to stay so close to everything clean, trendy nice staff. Would highly recommend it.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2024

    9.0
    Great hostel !!! Love it !
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, great staff ! Love the place in the center of Byron, 2min walk to the beach and pubs, shop, 5min bus station

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We’ve stayed in a 4 bed room and it was honestly amazing for a hostel. Very clean, competent staff and great kitchen. Nice rooftop bar with free pool table, bed big enough for people 6ft + and good pillows.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It could be a bit loud at night from time to time, with doors slamming, and people talking in the corridors, although this was never for long, it did wake me up. Although my dorm was right next to the bathroom so I think that increased the foot traffic outside! (There were signs saying to be quiet and respectful of other guests). The bathrooms, specifically the showers, could be cleaned a bit better, there was frequently hair on the drain etc. But it didn’t feel particularly dirty, just could do with more attention.

    Overall I really enjoyed my stay here. The beds were really comfy, the under bed locker boxes were a plus, as was the curtain on the bed. Plenty of floor space in my 4 bed dorm. Bathrooms were decent, the showers had space in there where you could change afterwards without getting everything wet, so that was plus! There were activities on every night, I didn’t attend any while I was there but would have been keen to go to the yoga and games night! The staff were so lovely and very accommodating, couldn’t fault their kindness and professionalism. The kitchen is huge, also very busy, although that was around the weekend, so during the week it might be a bit quieter. The location was absolutely perfect. Would definitely recommend staying here, I did three nights and would have loved to stay longer!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    10
    Lovely hotel with an amazing location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice staff and rooms (we got a queens room) and incredible location

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2024

    10
    Perfect stay in Byron
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    My favourite hostel I have stayed in Australia. Such a nice vibe of chilled yet still social. Ideal location and a huge great kitchen area. Particular thanks to Tahlia and Paula who went completely above and beyond to help me out. Can’t thank you both enough!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2024

    10
    One of the best hostels I‘ve stayed at!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Its confusing to find your room / way to kitchen, reception etc.

    Clean, nice activities, amazing kitchen!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The Surf House is a great budget place to stay if visiting Bryon. The staff are friendly, the facilities are excellent and the place is clean and quiet. The Wi-Fi works well and there are lots of desks and power points if you also need to do any remote work. It is close to the beach, restaurants and cafes. There is also a (paid) under cover car parking option which is handy.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All very organized

    Stayed in May 2024

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