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11 Dec - 13 Dec
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Our top choices for Northern Rivers hostels

A reception area with a wooden counter, a large abstract art piece on the wall, and a glass door leading outside.

1. YHA Byron Bay

YHA Byron Bay
2.0 star property
Byron Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (159 reviews)
"Clean room and such a nice place to stay."
United States
Kira
The price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
YHA Byron Bay
A bar area with stools, a potted plant, and a surfboard.

2. Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel

Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel
2.0 star property
Byron Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (72 reviews)
"I really loved this hostel! I booked a private room for two. The staff were really nice and had great amenities"
Australia
Candelaria
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel
A cozy living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a plant.

3. YHA Coolangatta Gold Coast

YHA Coolangatta Gold Coast
2.0 star property
Bilinga
7.8 out of 10, Good, (233 reviews)
"Nicely located and friendly staff"
Australia
John
The price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
YHA Coolangatta Gold Coast
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, surrounded by palm trees and buildings with balconies.

4. YHA Cape Byron

YHA Cape Byron
2.0 star property
Byron Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (72 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
Australia
Jacob
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
YHA Cape Byron
A rooftop pool area with a cityscape view, lounge chairs, and a crowd of people.

5. Bounce Surfers Paradise

Bounce Surfers Paradise
2.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Excellent services Amazing staff Great location I'd highly recommend it!"
Australia
Sasan
The price is NZ$282
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Bounce Surfers Paradise
A buffet setup with various food items and serving utensils.

6. Tequila Sunrise Surfers Paradise Gold Coast

Tequila Sunrise Surfers Paradise Gold Coast
2.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
The price is NZ$112
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Tequila Sunrise Surfers Paradise Gold Coast
A multi-story residential building with balconies, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

7. Tequila Sunrise Podstel (Gold Coast)

Tequila Sunrise Podstel (Gold Coast)
2.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Fiyat performans yeri o fiyat a bu kadar olur zaten, aşırı kalabalık olması dışında iyi yönetilen bir yer. Akşam yemekleri de gayet yeterli."
Turkey
Ebru
The price is NZ$113
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Tequila Sunrise Podstel (Gold Coast)
A group of people in a swimming pool with a clear view of the pool area, including lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

8. Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel

Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel
2.5 star property
Surfers Paradise
6.2 out of 10, (284 reviews)
"Great place!"
Australia
Aurelia-Sophia
The price is NZ$132
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel
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Top Northern Rivers Hotel Reviews

Wollongbar Motel

Wollongbar Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, walking access to the beach. Rooms could use some updating, but overall clean and room was large and comfortable. Walkable to everywhere we needed to go"
Greg 3-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Wollongbar Motel

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Northern Rivers Hostels information

Number of reviews
446
Accommodation
6 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$132
Highest Price
NZ$282

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