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Drifter Byron Bay

3.0 star property
Hotel with an outdoor pool, near Wategos Beach

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Reception
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Superior 4 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Private Superior 6 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Private Superior 6 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Superior 6 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Superior 4 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Superior 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Superior 6 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Superior 8 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
2 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private King Penthouse Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Queen Ensuite Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Private Twin Ensuite Room

Private Twin Ensuite Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Superior 10 Bed Female Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Single Bunk Beds

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Terrace/patio

Private Superior Queen Ensuite Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Superior 8 Bed Female Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Superior 6 Bed Female Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Superior 10 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Private Superior 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm

1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Superior 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Bunk Beds
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About the area

Map
1 Lateen Ln, Byron Bay, NSW, 2481

What's nearby

  • Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Clarkes Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • The Pass - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Wategos Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Cape Byron Lighthouse - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Mullumbimby Station - 21 min drive
  • Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Great Northern Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Balcony Bar & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Guzman Y Gomez - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Betty's Burgers - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kinoko - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Drifter Byron Bay

Hotel near Wategos Beach
Drifter Byron Bay provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Self-parking (surcharge), luggage storage and beach towels
  • Smoke-free property, a 24-hour front desk and a lift
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Drifter Byron Bay include comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured, covered parking on site (AUD 15 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 11 May 2025 to 2 September 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self-parking fee: AUD 15 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Vali Hotel
Vali Byron
Vali by Village Hotel
Vali by Village Byron Bay
Vali by Village Hotel Byron Bay

Frequently asked questions

Does Drifter Byron Bay have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Drifter Byron Bay pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Drifter Byron Bay?

Self-parking is available for AUD 15 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Drifter Byron Bay?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Drifter Byron Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Drifter Byron Bay located?

Located in the heart of Byron Bay, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Byron Tourist Information Centre, Main Beach and Byron Community Market. Club Byron and Cumbebin Swamp Nature Reserve are also within 10 minutes.

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Drifter Byron Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 179 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 179 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 179 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 179 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 179 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, good location, great value
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were wonderful, location was perfect and rooms were clean and well maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great affordable stay at Vali by Village with a private en-suite room. Bedroom was a great size with a comfy bed and clean. Check in/out was very quick and easy, staff very friendly and helpful. Convenient location, quick 5 minute walk to the main beach with plenty of bars and restaurants around.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Central spot on Byron Bay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s really more of a hostel than a hotel. Very noisy. Great central location though.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were super comfy, really nicely done - all amenities and close to the town
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and nice room
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Felipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money and great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, Staff, Vibe
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Masahiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So convenient and the room we had was a lot better than our expectation. Their staff at the reception were very friendly as well. We would definitely go back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location Nice and clean and bright rooms Friendly staff specially at the reception area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Place to stay

Great place to stay in Byron Bay, friendly staff and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Soriya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great boutique hotel and location in Byron

Great location and great service, got upgraded to the Cosy Corner, which was much appreciated as we booked for a 5 nights stay. Great room with a beautiful canopy bed. Surprised it was a boutique hotel/hostel as it wasn't mentioned in the description of the hotel but still happy with the premises along with the helpful staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place close to town and beach, as well as bus station. Friendly staff and good facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

zamia

Liked: Staff & service
Great hostel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely Hostel with private rooms. If you are looking for a close walking distance from the beach and a convenient central location this will be best for you The Hostel is in a side street above Aldi not a great view etc but definitely safe and clean. Lots of travellers and young people but if you only needing a room to sleep and mostly out it will be a perfect choice
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Of course it was the day after the Blues Festival but the hallways were littered with trash.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very clean, beautifully styled and staff were amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little hotel

Lovely staff, good central location and the comfiest bed!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip Duncan Breck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an excellent place to stay, great location, awesome room, and extremely friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely folks at checkin made our stay comfortable and pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024