Aquarius Backpackers Resort

Name: Aquarius Backpackers Resort
Address: 16 Lawson Street, Byron Bay, au

Location: 16 Lawson Street, Byron Bay, au

Star Rating: 8.5 Stars

Property Type: Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

About this Property

Vibrant Hostel Atmosphere
Aquarius Backpackers Resort offers a lively and friendly environment for guests to enjoy. With a shared lounge, evening entertainment, and a tour desk, there's always something fun to do during your stay.

Convenient Facilities
Guests can take advantage of convenient amenities such as a restaurant, shared kitchen, and free WiFi throughout the property. Additionally, free private parking and an ATM are available for added convenience.

Prime Location
Located just 700 metres from Belongil Beach and in close proximity to Main Beach and Clarkes Beach, Aquarius Backpackers Resort is the perfect base for beach lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Book now to experience the ultimate Byron Bay getaway.

Important Information

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Check-out: 10:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Car hire
Table tennis
Shared lounge/TV area
Board games/puzzles
Shared kitchen
Evening entertainment
Adult only
Entertainment staff
Outdoor furniture
Coffee Shop on site
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Invoice provided
Smoke alarms
Guest room sealed after cleaning
Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
Key access
CCTV outside property
Access to health care professionals
Security alarm
Broadcast Live sport events
Happy hour
Bingo
ATM/banking
Television in common areas
Billiards or pool table
Free wired internet
Scuba diving on site
Snorkeling on site
Tennis lessons on site
Self parking (surcharge)
Beach umbrellas
Free pool cabanas
Pool sun loungers
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Beach yoga on site
Internet access
Games
Housekeeping on request
Concerts/live shows
Private picnics
Wine release events
Exercise/lap pool
Japanese garden
Secured parking
Fishing nearby
Horse riding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water sports equipment
Bicycle-friendly property
Beach toys
Vegetarian menu options available
Paddle boating nearby

Rooms Available

The Spa Suite

1 Queen Bed
Balcony with city views

Layout - Bedroom and sitting area
Entertainment - 40-inch Smart TV with digital channels and Netflix
Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, cookware/dishware, and electric kettle
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, jetted bathtub
Practical - Iron/ironing board (on request) and guidebooks
Comfort - Air conditioning
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Smoking And Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Air conditioning
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Jetted bathtub
- Ceiling fan
- Separate sitting area
- Separate bedroom
- Smoking and Non-Smoking
- Bedsheets provided
- Smart TV
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Soap
- Guidebooks or recommendations
Deluxe Motel Room

1 Queen Bed
Features a private balcony

Layout - Separate sitting area
Entertainment - 40-inch Smart TV with digital channels and Netflix
Food & Drink - Kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave, cookware/dishware, and electric kettle
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, jetted bathtub
Practical - Iron/ironing board (on request) and guidebooks
Comfort - Air conditioning
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Air conditioning
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Jetted bathtub
- Ceiling fan
- Separate sitting area
- Bedsheets provided
- Smart TV
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Soap
- Guidebooks or recommendations
Double Bed With Ensuite (F4)

1 Queen Bed
Balcony with pool views

Entertainment - 40-inch Smart TV with digital channels and Netflix
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, electric kettle, and free tea bags/instant coffee
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, towels, and a hair dryer (on request)
Practical - Iron/ironing board (on request) and guidebooks
Comfort - Air conditioning
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Private bathroom
- Electric kettle
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Ceiling fan
- Bedsheets provided
- Smart TV
- Free tea bags/instant coffee
- Soap
- Guidebooks or recommendations
Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (age 18 - 35 years only)

The dormitory room offers air conditioning and heating, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 12 beds.

Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room (age 18 - 35 years only)

Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
Budget (noisy) private room with shared bathroom

This air-conditioned double room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a shared bathroom as well as a balcony with pool views. The unit has 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Toilet
- Heating
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
Double Bed and Single Bed with Shared Bathroom (F2)

1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Features a private balcony

Entertainment - 40-inch Smart TV with digital channels and Netflix
Food & Drink - Mini-fridge
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Shared bathroom, towels, a hair dryer (on request), and shampoo
Practical - Iron/ironing board (on request) and guidebooks
Comfort - Air conditioning
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Ceiling fan
- Bedsheets provided
- Smart TV
- Soap
- Guidebooks or recommendations
Twin Bed with Shared Bathroom (F5)

1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
Entertainment - 40-inch Smart TV with digital channels and Netflix
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Shared bathroom, towels, a hair dryer (on request), and shampoo
Practical - Iron/ironing board (on request) and guidebooks
Comfort - Air conditioning
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Ceiling fan
- Bedsheets provided
- Smart TV
- Soap
- Guidebooks or recommendations
Twin Room with Shared Bathroom (F1)

2 Twin Beds
Entertainment - 40-inch Smart TV with digital channels and Netflix
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Shared bathroom, towels, a hair dryer (on request), and shampoo
Practical - Iron/ironing board (on request) and guidebooks
Comfort - Ceiling fan
Need to Know - Housekeeping on request
Smoking And Non-Smoking

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Ceiling fan
- Smoking and Non-Smoking
- Bedsheets provided
- Smart TV
- Soap
- Guidebooks or recommendations
Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Split Level Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)

This bed in dormitory has air conditioning.

Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
Bed in 10-Bed Female Dormitory Room (age 18 - 35 years only)

This bed in dormitory features air conditioning.

Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
Queen Room with Spa Bath

Meals can be prepared in the kitchenette, which comes with a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster. This air-conditioned double room includes a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a balcony. The unit offers 1 bed. Guests may experience some noise or light disturbances from 7:00 to 00:00.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Toaster
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
Triple Room with Shared Bathroom

This air-conditioned triple room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a shared bathroom as well as a balcony with pool views. The unit has 2 beds.

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Fan
- Toilet
- Heating
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Terrace (age 18 - 35 years only)

This bed in dormitory has a balcony.

Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Terrace
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
Double Room with Balcony

This air-conditioned double room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with pool views. The unit has 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
Queen Room with Balcony

In the kitchenette, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a toaster. This air-conditioned double room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a balcony. The unit has 1 bed. Guests may experience some noise or light disturbances from 7:00 to 00:00.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Toaster
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

This air-conditioned twin room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a shared bathroom as well as a terrace. The unit has 2 beds. Guests may experience some noise or light disturbances from 7:00 to 00:00.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Fan
- Toilet
- Heating
- Terrace
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
Twin Room with Shared Toilet

This air-conditioned twin room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a shared bathroom as well as outdoor furniture. The unit has 2 beds.

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Fan
- Toilet
- Heating
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room (age 18 - 35 years only)

This bed in dormitory has a balcony and air conditioning.

Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Socket near the bed
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm

Guest Reviews

Gil (9/5): -
Bianca (10/5): -
Ali (10/5): - Pleasure staying here as always
Alina (10/5): - Very central position, perfect to walk to the lighthouse and all cafes or supermarkets. The vibe is great at the hostel, I have the best time with my roommates.
Lazzari (10/5): -
Jonas (8/5): -
Annika (7/5): -
Vilde (9/5): -
Chang-wei (10/5): Chill vibe and meet some great friends, luv -
India (7/5): -
margot (5/5): Super ville, juste trop chère - Les plages, la ville Trop chère
Rick (8/5): - On suite badkamer was fijn maar niet heeel schoon
Lisa Lorraine (8/5): - Best equipped and organised kitchen I've seen so far, and the staff was very friendly and supportive. I had a sprained ankle, and they reserved me a bottom bunk-thank you!
Sabrina (10/5): -
Julie (9/5): -
Giovanni (10/5): -
Linnéa (10/5): -
Zamislov (10/5): -
Cameron (1/5): Class - All of it Could of cleaned the room maybe an extra time
oliwia (3/5): Could have been better for this price - Reception guys are nice. Well the pool is additionally charged which is not that cool, my mattress had a hole in it and was quite uncomfortable. Funnily enough not that social as you would have imagined.
J8290OQadams (10/5): Long term stay - I stayed at Aquarius for 4 months and it felt like home! I've made friends for life and would happily return in the future. The reception staff are great (in particular Janni, Paddy & Josi <3) and always went the extra mile to accommodate us
Martina (7/5): -
Poppy (8/5): Fab hostel with great facilities and staff! - Excellent location, staff were all super friendly and overall very social hostel. Great facilities including free gym, discounts on the restaurant/bar downstairs and also access to a pool you could pay for. Aircon in a room of 12 people was really bad. Asked numerous times for it to be made colder but it was already on the coldest setting- made it extremely difficult to sleep. Bathroom also very damp/mouldy, however it was cleaned daily by staff which helped slightly.
Gilles (9/5): -
tommaso (10/5): - Staff gentile, buona posizione, good vibes
Mike (9/5): -
Cippà Nicolet (8/5): -
Bastijn (8/5): -
Cippà Nicolet (8/5): -
HSIN PEI (10/5): - 雖然是上下舖但空間很大，房間裡有淋雨設備
Jaqualyn (7/5): Great stay, good facilities and staff were super nice. - Nice set up, will look great after reno’s. Great location and facilities. Not heaps of parking
CHUNG-CHENG (8/5): 無 - 無無
Siam (9/5): -
Huy (10/5): -
Rohit Das (8/5): -
Timo (10/5): - nice people
Anthony (10/5): - The staff was great and friendly. Close to the beach and shops. Guests were lovely Better information about the construction underway at the location
Jo (10/5): -
Bob (10/5): -
Samira (7/5): -
Zara (9/5): - many free activities and very nice staff
Eva (9/5): - L'emplacement idéal à deux pas de la plage et des magasins, situé près d'un bar et café/restaurant qui offre une réduction aux résidents mais comme les dortoirs sont situés a l'arrière pas de désagrément a cause du bruit Les dortoirs sont spacieux et confortables avec salle de bain à l'intérieur Les espaces communs sont très spacieux et propres Peut juste le fait de ne pas avoir de rideaux aux fenêtres, ce qui oblige de se réveiller avec le soleil
Glenn (10/5): -
Danielle (7/5): -
Ming en (7/5): -
Dani (8/5): Good place to stay in Byron - Great kitchen and gym, really nice common area, great yoga class Beds were pretty uncomfortable, and not set up very well with some beds right next to the door
Louisa (9/5): -
Lauren (10/5): - The dorms were lovely, really nice friendly atmosphere and great location. One of the nicest hostels I’ve stayed at!
Niamh (8/5): First trip to Byron - The team are amazing - the communication prior to arriving and the warm welcome on arrival were both excellent. Bailey the dog also gave us a great welcome! The organized events are fun and there’s lots of seating, bathrooms and luggage storage in the communal areas. The updated pool area is amazing and definitely one of the highlights here. The 12 bed dorm and bathroom was basic and could definitely do with a little upgrading. The new pool area is amazing but there is a 20$ minimum spend there pp but it is worth it and you can re enter during the same day.
Nichole (9/5): -
fraser (10/5): -
Fern (9/5): -
Elizabeth (10/5): -
ato (10/5): -
Maria (7/5): -
Fiona (9/5): Great location, worth the stay - Great location, private room was clean and did the job. Staff very friendly and helpful. Would return
Leydy Katerine (4/5): No tiene piscina - La ubicación, cocina amplia, personal muy buena gente Dicen que tienen piscina pero la piscina es un negocio aparte, donde para entrar tienes que pagar un fee. Los locker de las habitaciones muy pequeños
Monica Chingate (10/5): -
Julie (6/5): Pleasant - Great location Too noisy
Marine Océane (8/5): -
Julia (7/5): Man fühlt sich wohl, aber recht teure Unterkunft - Alle an der Rezeption super lieb, an sich cool gemacht, man fühlt sich wohl. 8bed dorm auf zwei Etagen aufgeteilt mit balkon Ruhig Für den Pool muss man Eintritt zahlen, da der zur Bar gehört, ganzen tag laute musik. Zimmer wurden nicht oft rausgewischt, alles voller Sand. Preis schon recht teuer!
Sarah (8/5): -
Florentine (8/5): -
Carter (9/5): Great hostel! Would stay again. - Great hostel with the best communal space. Good location & facilities. Rooms are okay, but have stayed in better / more modern. Bathroom was a bit tired and slightly in-clean.
Sania (10/5): -
Tamara (4/5): -
Oki (7/5): -
Guest (10/5): -
Sania (10/5): -
Cecile (8/5): - proche de tout pas de rideaux ...
Asunción R (10/5): - The pool wasnt available
Daniela (8/5): -
Vilja (10/5): -
Marc Philipp (5/5): Witziges Party Hostel, aber relativ teuer. - Super nette Leute, Bar mit Caffe direkt integriert! Jeden Tag Events. Dreckiges Bad und durchgelegene Matratzen.
Dillon (8/5): - Location was amazing. Activities were fun. The group of people were also fun! The pool table was like A$3 per game... I feel like for what we paid to stay there, it should be included. Swimming pool area was under construction, which was noisy and just a bummer to have that section closed. Although, what can they do...
Lola (7/5): -
Christian (8/5): -
Ervin (10/5): -
Ann-Kathrin (10/5): -
HENG YU (8/5): -
Enzo (9/5): -
Tamara (7/5): - Nice location and big kitchen. Bathrooms for private double rooms are nice and towels provided. Double rooms are a bit overpriced. I was in a new one and it was very small and very basic. Especially as long as the pool/outdoor area couldn’t be used (they told me beforehand though).
Coco Lascelles (10/5): -
Mei (10/5): Overall was AMAZING - There are many activities hosted by the accommodation like painting, yoga and night games sort of that stuffs which is really nice to socialize Noisy sometimes
Martínez (10/5): -
428bretta (10/5): Aquarius close to everything, best hostel in Byron - The staff are absolutely legends, and you can't get closer to everything in Byron than Aquarius, beach, supermarket, whales, dolphins, gym, library, also the atmosphere at the hostel is really homely. Oh and it has a gym upstairs, yoga classes, etc Thanks guys! Brett
Tara (7/5): - Very welcoming, great location. Wi-Fi wasn’t the best and under construction
Amelia (9/5): -
Mucci (10/5): -
Ben (10/5): -
Maria Inês (8/5): -
Ben (10/5): -
Conor (10/5): - Very friendly welcoming staff Always there to assist Nothing i didn't like All was very nice Great location
Hiral (10/5): -
Alison (8/5): - Person who checked me in was very pleasant, happy, nice and helpful . Like the little renovation/ additions that have occurred since I stayed last. Looking really nice. Bathrooms need updating but hopefully that's next after the pool area etc. It's a great place otherwise.
Ahmed (8/5): -
jensen (10/5): - Super close to town but quiet Construction
Fernanda (7/5): Cómodo, céntrico y bonito - La cama era muy cómoda y tenía aire acondicionado la habitación. Las almohadas eran muy grandes y las reparaciones del hotel que afectaron la vista de la habitación.
Amanda (6/5): - Great location, cool building with an awesome bar and restaurant. It is currently under construction which we knew about when booking the place. The room was really spacious and had air conditioning and a TV as well as a mini kitchen and balcony which was awesome. Whilst we were told maintenance would be carried out, we were shocked that loud grinding and building works started at 5:20am. The noises from the bar didn’t stop until 11pm (which is fine) but the 5:20am start on construction which was very loud was frustrating.
Ahmed (9/5): -