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A pool area with lounge chairs and a wooden pergola.
A room with a bed, a macrame chair, and two potted plants.
A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a view of the neighborhood.
A beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and dense greenery in the background.

1. The Brunswick, Brunswick Heads

The Brunswick, Brunswick Heads
Brunswick Heads
Australia
Kathleen
NZ$245
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
The Brunswick, Brunswick Heads
A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.
An entrance with a white archway, potted plants, a bench, and a doormat with text.
An outdoor patio with white furniture and potted plants.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, featuring a large window, potted plants, and a mix of blue and brown chairs.

2. The Sails Motel Brunswick Heads

The Sails Motel Brunswick Heads
Brunswick Heads
Australia
Victoria
NZ$248
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
The Sails Motel Brunswick Heads
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, wooden dining table, and a spiral staircase.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a built-in stove. A spiral staircase with wooden steps and metal railings leads to an upper level.
A bedroom with a wooden door, a bedside table with a lamp, a bed with white bedding, and a small shelf.
A covered porch with a cushioned seating area, a wicker chair, and a basket.

3. Brunswick Heads Chalet Motel

Brunswick Heads Chalet Motel
Brunswick Heads
Australia
catherine
NZ$208
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Brunswick Heads Chalet Motel
An aerial view of a beach with clear turquoise waters and dense green foliage on one side.
A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, a white refrigerator, and a mirror.
A hotel room with a wooden headboard, a bed with white bedding, a beige throw blanket, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wall-mounted light.
A modern building with a sign reading 'Shaku' and a neon sign.

4. HaKu

HaKu
Brunswick Heads
Australia
Bianca
NZ$317
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
HaKu
A beach scene with a tent and a person carrying a surfboard.
A modern house with a wooden deck, a staircase, and a view of a forested area.
A bedroom with a canopy bed, a sofa, and a dining area.
A water play area with slides and water jets, featuring a brick wall and a blue and orange water slide.

5. Discovery Parks - Byron Bay

Discovery Parks - Byron Bay
Byron Bay
Australia
Monique
NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Discovery Parks - Byron Bay
A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and a parking area.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a white refrigerator. There is a dining area with a wooden table, blue chairs, and a potted plant.
A covered outdoor area with a pool, white furniture, and lush tropical plants.
A park with a wooden bench, a picnic table, and various tropical plants.

6. Pottsville Beach Motel

Pottsville Beach Motel
Pottsville
Australia
Rosanna
NZ$276
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Pottsville Beach Motel
A pool area with lounge chairs and a modern building in the background.
An aerial view of a resort with a large swimming pool, multiple guest buildings, and surrounding greenery.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a built-in sink, and a ceiling fan.
An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture and tables, overlooking a pool and greenery.

7. Elements of Byron

Elements of Byron
Byron Bay
United States
Francis
NZ$633
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Elements of Byron
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a distant shoreline.
A modern living room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, and a sofa set.
A modern, two-story mobile home with a balcony, surrounded by well-maintained grass and a small garden.
A beach with a surfboard, a wooden structure, and distant mountains.

8. Reflections Massy Greene - Holiday Park

Reflections Massy Greene - Holiday Park
Brunswick Heads
Australia
Jocelyn
NZ$279
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Reflections Massy Greene - Holiday Park
A hotel room with a bed, two patterned pillows, a bedside lamp, and wicker chairs.
A residential property with a swimming pool, patio, and ocean view.
A building with a balcony, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
A two-story building with a green roof, a porch with chairs, and a bicycle parked outside.

9. Wollongbar Motel

Wollongbar Motel
Byron Bay
Australia
LUIS
NZ$275
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Wollongbar Motel
A poolside lounge area with sun loungers and a large umbrella providing shade.
A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a wooden coffee table with a chessboard.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a person lying on a towel.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table with magazines, and a bed with a canopy.

10. Drifter Byron Bay

Drifter Byron Bay
Byron Bay
Netherlands
Michiel
NZ$264
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Drifter Byron Bay
An aerial view of a residential property with a swimming pool, patio furniture, and lush greenery.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.
A balcony with two wicker chairs and a glass table with a fruit bowl. A swimming pool is visible in the background.
A modern hotel entrance with a staircase leading to the lobby, surrounded by landscaped areas and a clear sky.

11. Byron Beachcomber

Byron Beachcomber
Byron Bay
United States
Natalie
NZ$320
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Byron Beachcomber
A modern kitchen with a dining area, wooden beams, and a large window.
A building with a sign reading "WAVES" and a person carrying a surfboard.
A room with a bicycle, a sofa, a dining table, and a large window.
A cozy living room with a stone wall, a wooden coffee table, a beige sofa, and a wicker chair.

12. Waves Byron Bay

Waves Byron Bay
Byron Bay
Canada
Paige
NZ$440
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Waves Byron Bay
A bar area with stools, a potted plant, and a surfboard.
A reception area with a wooden counter, three stools, a framed artwork, and a sofa with colorful cushions.
A swimming pool with a wooden deck and a building with large windows in the background.
Three people walking on a sandy beach holding surfboards.

13. Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel

Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel
Byron Bay
Australia
Candelaria
NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel
A balcony with a table, a glass pitcher, and two glasses.
A stone building with a tower, surrounded by trees and a covered outdoor seating area.
A living room with a sofa, a round table, and a wicker chair.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden island with chairs, and a built-in dishwasher.

14. The Sebel Byron Bay

The Sebel Byron Bay
Byron Bay
Australia
Lisa
NZ$318
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
The Sebel Byron Bay
A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a hill with buildings in the background.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with white chairs, a black leather sofa, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden deck, surrounded by greenery and modern buildings.

15. East on Byron

East on Byron
Byron Bay
Australia
Regine
NZ$542
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
East on Byron
A poolside area with wicker furniture and a view of a pool and palm trees.
A modern indoor pool with clear water, surrounded by potted plants and a stone basin.
A modern interior with a stone water feature, a dining area, and a reception desk.
A spacious indoor area with a pool view, featuring multiple seating areas and a hanging light fixture.

16. Oaks Casuarina Santai Resort

Oaks Casuarina Santai Resort
Casuarina
Australia
DIETER
NZ$333
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Oaks Casuarina Santai Resort
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees.
A modern living room with wicker chairs, a wooden coffee table, and a glass shelving unit with various items.
An outdoor seating area with sofas and chairs, a wooden coffee table, and hanging lights.
A person in a bathtub filled with bubbles, holding a glass of white liquid.

17. Crystalbrook Byron

Crystalbrook Byron
Suffolk Park
Australia
Jennifer
NZ$496
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Crystalbrook Byron
A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, a round white table with wicker chairs, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs.
A compact kitchen with a gas stove, sink, and modern appliances. A gray sofa and a small wooden table are positioned near a large sliding glass door that opens to a balcony.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a dining area.

18. Reflections Ferry Reserve - Holiday Park

Reflections Ferry Reserve - Holiday Park
Brunswick Heads
Australia
Lynette
NZ$250
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Reflections Ferry Reserve - Holiday Park
A hotel room with a bed, a television, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a view of palm trees.
A woman entering a building with a sign that reads "seascape leisure centre".
A pool area with a hot tub, wooden deck, and seating.
A white mobile home with a large window and a small porch.

19. Tasman Holiday Parks - North Star

Tasman Holiday Parks - North Star
Hastings Point
United Kingdom
Matthew
NZ$258
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Tasman Holiday Parks - North Star
A spacious living area with a large window, a sofa, a dining table, and a wicker chair.
A bedroom with a large bed, a small table, a chair, and a TV on the wall.
A white door with a number "5" on it, a small window with a view of palm trees and a building, and a wooden deck.
A living room with a grey sofa, a small table with a TV, and a staircase.

20. Byron Springs

Byron Springs
Byron Bay
Australia
Moya
NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Byron Springs
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This pristine stretch of golden sand invites you to swim in gentle waves or spot dolphins from the shoreline. Nearby Brunswick Heads offers charming cafes where locals gather for coffee after morning beach walks.

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A wooden lifeguard tower overlooking a sandy beach with waves in the background.
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Top South Golden Beach Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in South Golden Beach

Oaks Casuarina Santai Resort

Oaks Casuarina Santai Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Clean, plenty of room."
James 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Oaks Casuarina Santai Resort
The Lord Byron

The Lord Byron

10/10 Excellent
"We were greater by very friendly staff at reception. Great short stay and the staff were very polite and friendly. Definitely going back"
David 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
The Lord Byron
Mantra on Salt Beach

Mantra on Salt Beach

8/10 Good
"."
Alece 3-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Mantra on Salt Beach
Crystalbrook Byron

Crystalbrook Byron

10/10 Excellent
"Gorgeous property by the beach. Easy ride into Byron. Lovely rooms and restaurant."
Jennifer 8-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Crystalbrook Byron
Ingenia Holidays Byron Bay

Ingenia Holidays Byron Bay

10/10 Excellent
"Great location and the room was beautiful"
Martin 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Ingenia Holidays Byron Bay
The Sebel Byron Bay

The Sebel Byron Bay

10/10 Excellent
"Stayed for 3 days. Parking was free. Room was clean. Had a huge bathtub, washing machine & dryer and big dining table. Only downside was there was no housekeeping throughout my stay, only provided if staying 4 nights or longer."
Chill 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Sebel Byron Bay
Glen Villa Resort

Glen Villa Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Impeccably clean and convenient"
Jennifer 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Glen Villa Resort
Discovery Parks - Byron Bay

Discovery Parks - Byron Bay

10/10 Excellent
"Good kitchen. Excellent sized room 1 really big double. Very comfy. Overlooking lake. Private balcony as gated to next door. Car parked outside."
Christopher 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Discovery Parks - Byron Bay
The Brunswick, Brunswick Heads

The Brunswick, Brunswick Heads

8/10 Good
"Ideal location for a brief stay. Very clean and comfortable."
Geoffrey 2-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
The Brunswick, Brunswick Heads

More cheap accommodation in South Golden Beach

The Imperial Hotel

The Imperial Hotel

115 Murwillumbah St Murwillumbah NSW
NZ$164
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (205 reviews)
The Imperial Hotel
Glen Villa Resort

Glen Villa Resort

80-86 Butler Street Byron Bay NSW
NZ$176
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
Glen Villa Resort
Aquarius Backpacker Resort

Aquarius Backpacker Resort

16 Lawson Street Byron Bay NSW
NZ$189
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (77 reviews)
Aquarius Backpacker Resort
Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel

Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel

25 Childe Street Byron Bay NSW
NZ$231
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel
Hibiscus Motel

Hibiscus Motel

33 Lawson St Byron Bay NSW
NZ$307
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (534 reviews)
Hibiscus Motel
The Surf House - Hostel

The Surf House - Hostel

23 Lawson St Byron Bay NSW
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Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in South Golden Beach?
The best area to stay in South Golden Beach is directly within the main residential area, close to the beachfront.This area is primarily made up of quiet residential streets with holiday homes and a few local shops. The main draw is its direct access to the expansive, uncrowded sandy beach, which stretches for kilometres. You'll find most accommodation options are within a short walk of the sand, providing a truly relaxed coastal experience.Families will find this area particularly appealing. The beach offers plenty of space for children to play, and the calm nature of the residential streets means less traffic. Local parks with play equipment are also dotted throughout, making it easy to keep everyone entertained.For couples seeking a peaceful escape, staying near the beachfront is ideal. The natural beauty of the coastline, superb for long walks or quiet contemplation, creates a serene setting.
When is the best time to go to South Golden Beach?
The best time to visit South Golden Beach is during the shoulder seasons of autumn (March to May) and spring (September to November), as these months offer pleasant weather and fewer crowds.During autumn, the weather is typically warm and sunny, with average temperatures ranging from 20-26°C (68-79°F). The ocean is still warm enough for swimming, and the region experiences less rainfall than the summer months. This period is ideal for couples seeking a relaxed beach holiday, as the quieter beaches and comfortable temperatures are great for long walks, swimming, and enjoying the natural beauty without the peak season hustle.Spring also offers excellent weather, with temperatures similar to autumn, usually between 18-25°C (64-77°F). The days are getting longer, and the landscape is lush and green after the winter. This season is particularly good for families looking to enjoy the outdoors. The mild weather is great for exploring nearby national parks, taking surf lessons, or simply building sandcastles on the beach without the intense heat of summer. You might also catch the tail end of the whale migration season, an exciting experience for all ages.While summer (December to February) is popular for its hot weather and sunny days, it's also the busiest and most expensive time, with larger crowds.
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