Hostels in South Ballina

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20 Nov - 22 Nov
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11 Dec - 13 Dec
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Our top choices for South Ballina hostels

A bar area with stools, a potted plant, and a surfboard.

1. 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$213
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel
A reception area with a wooden counter, a large abstract art piece on the wall, and a glass door leading outside.

2. 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$217
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
YHA Byron Bay
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, surrounded by palm trees and buildings with balconies.

3. 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$184
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
YHA Cape Byron
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Learn more about South Ballina

Pristine beaches stretch for miles where you can spot dolphins while fishing or swimming in calmer waters. Explore nearby Broadwater National Park's walking trails or paddle along the Richmond River with rental kayaks from local outfitters.

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A beach with driftwood and a forested hill in the background.

Top reviews in South Ballina

A bar area with stools, a potted plant, and a surfboard.
Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel

Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel

Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel
Byron Bay

10/10 Excellent

We really loved our stay here. It was our first visit to Byron and Wake Up made it such a memorable one. The location was perfect, great cafe and restaurant right next door and across the road from a beach access making this the perfect spot slightly out of town. There was a free shuttle bus that ran from early morning into the later evening that made it convenient to get in and out of town so we didn’t need to drive. After a night in town it was only a 20ish min flat walk back to the hostel if...
Australia
Sonique
Reviewed November 3, 2026
Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hostels in South Ballina?

Our guests like these places to stay in the surrounding area, and they may have reasonable room rates: Ballina Beach Nature Resort - 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from the heart of South Ballina. Property features at this holiday park include free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Waves Byron Bay - 16.8 mi (27 km) from the heart of South Ballina. Property features at this hostel include free Wi-Fi, an arcade/games room and tour/ticket assistance. Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron - 0.6 mi (1 km) from the heart of South Ballina. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool at this motel.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in South Ballina?

The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 23°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 16°C. The rainiest months in South Ballina are March, February, January and December, with each month seeing an average of 176 mm of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in South Ballina?

Get out into nature with places such as Richmond River Nature Reserve, Broadwater Beach and Shelly Beach. Cultural attractions include Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum and Bangalow Heritage House Museum. Locals like to shop at Ballina Fair Shopping Centre and Bangalow Market.

What's the best way to get to and around South Ballina while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in and around South Ballina in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway), 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Lismore, NSW (LSY), located 18.4 mi (29.6 km) away.

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