Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in time is from 14:00 to 20:00, and check-out time is at 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but guests should contact the property in advance.

Are airport shuttle services available?

Yes, a roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge. Guests should arrange the transfer in advance.

What is the location of the motel in relation to nearby attractions?

The motel is located in the heart of Byron Bay, just steps from Main Beach and a 7-minute walk from Byron Community Market. It is approximately 0.4 km from Byron Tourist Information Centre and 0.5 km from Club Byron.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

One child aged 2 years or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding.

Bay Motel - Comfy Stay in Sunrise Beach

Average nightly price at Bay Motel by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$267
February	$207
March	$187
April	$232
May	$202
June	$194
July	$162
August	$167
September	$182
October	$213
November	$215
December	$236

What guests think

Across many reviews of Bay Motel, guests praise the unbeatable beachfront, walk-to-everything location and consistently friendly, accommodating staff, while noting the property's older motel style, occasional maintenance hiccups, and some external noise and light affecting sleep.

Rooms are generally clean and comfortable, though several describe dated bathrooms and decor, with occasional issues like a nonworking TV, AC, or Wi-Fi. Parking is available but can be tight for larger vehicles, and there is no lift, with stair access only. Overall, expect a simple, no-frills motel experience.

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Facilities

Onsite parking is available but spaces can be very tight, and staff sometimes help with alternatives. There is no lift; access is via stairs.

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Edward

Jun 11, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

He accommodation is very well positioned and close to the middle of town and across the road from the beach. The exterior looks dated but the room was recently renovated very clean and a good size. It was also the cheapest available. The only down side is the carpark. We had a large Ute and it was a very snug fit and a challenge to get out. It was resolved quickly and easily but just be aware.

10

Melissa

Apr 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Fantastic location! Can’t get any better- literally 60 steps to the beach! Staff were very friendly and helpful- especially helping with car parking as we had boards and a ski on roof- they made sure we felt secure and offered alternative parking if we didn’t. Room had a little kitchenette which was so good. Bed was comfortable, it’s an older motel but they have updated it so feels fresh and modern. Will definitely book again

8

Warren

Apr 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location in the heart of Byron Bay. No ramps or lift to the apartments. Steps only 😕

6

ANA

Nov 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Pros: The location is the best part of this place, across the street from the beach and walking distance to the restaurants. The room was very simple but comfy enough and clean. Staff was very friendly. Con: Booked through Expedia because it is advertised there that there's a pool on the property (there's even a photo of the said pool). I chose this property mainly for that reason, since we have a young child that obviously loves a pool. But there's no pool and the hotel refused to give any refund due to FALSE ADVERTISEMENT. Expedia was helpful and at least provided a few point for compensation. Wifi wasn't working

10

Mark

May 27, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Yep, the location would have to be the best in Byron outside the $500 a night resorts. Bang on the beach. 50m to the water, the pub, great restaurants, and everything. Clean comfortable rooms with just enough amenities, the friendliest staff, nothing is too much, they treat you like royalty, Ok its a motel but for the price its brilliant, and free onsite parking in the heart of Byron, thats gold by itself. Only problem is the noisy nightly and early morning bin emptying, glass smashing, garbage truck noise that invades every space at any hour, but nothing the venue can do about that so take it on the chin. Stay here. Its the best spot with great service in a good room at a good price

8

Colum

Oct 7, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This hostel was a great beach front location with parking close to the local bars and restaurants that we were booked into. Not luxury but functional and served a purpose.

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Cleanliness

Reviews frequently describe rooms as very clean and tidy, including some recently refreshed spaces. A few note minor issues such as sand accumulation and an occasional musty smell.

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8

Edward

Jun 11, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

He accommodation is very well positioned and close to the middle of town and across the road from the beach. The exterior looks dated but the room was recently renovated very clean and a good size. It was also the cheapest available. The only down side is the carpark. We had a large Ute and it was a very snug fit and a challenge to get out. It was resolved quickly and easily but just be aware.

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Paul

Oct 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Location excellent, Staff friendly and helpful ròom tidy and clean. Would recommend

6

Dee

Dec 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

A very well located property. Quite dated though. Needed a broom in the room as sand was easily transferred into the rooms and no way of sweeping it up.

6

Ben

Oct 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Basic motel, old room with a bit of a smell. Well located.

10

Nicolas

Jan 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful stay! Everything was perfect! Great location to the beach and restaurants! Super clean place! If we are coming back to Byron Bay we will definitly coming back at Bay motel!

10

Renee

Jan 22, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

This is a great place to stay if your holiday is all about the beach, shopping and eating great food. The rooms were very clean, tidy and comfortable. The staff were very accomodating, friendly and available. Better than some of the much more costly accomodation nearby. We'll definitely be back.

10

Alyssa

May 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were very accomodating and were able to have our room ready early! Very convenient location and super clean room.

6

ANA

Nov 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Pros: The location is the best part of this place, across the street from the beach and walking distance to the restaurants. The room was very simple but comfy enough and clean. Staff was very friendly. Con: Booked through Expedia because it is advertised there that there's a pool on the property (there's even a photo of the said pool). I chose this property mainly for that reason, since we have a young child that obviously loves a pool. But there's no pool and the hotel refused to give any refund due to FALSE ADVERTISEMENT. Expedia was helpful and at least provided a few point for compensation. Wifi wasn't working

8

Simone

Jun 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and comfortable.

10

Tracey

May 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, within walking distance to everything. Straight across from the beach. Older style motel but very clean and comfortable

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Rooms

Rooms are older and fairly basic but generally comfortable; several mention dated bathrooms and decor, with some refurbished touches. Some guests experienced sleep disruption from outside noise or light, and a few isolated issues like faulty TV, AC, or Wi-Fi.

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Lisa

Jun 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The location was great. The checkin staff were great. Sleep was non existing due to surrounding noise. We checked out after one night and cut our stay short. Would not bother staying again. Very disappointed

6

Dee

Dec 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

A very well located property. Quite dated though. Needed a broom in the room as sand was easily transferred into the rooms and no way of sweeping it up.

6

Ben

Oct 14, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Basic motel, old room with a bit of a smell. Well located.

10

maria

Jun 29, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

It was all in all a positive stay the room was a little dated especially the shower could use some renovations .

10

Melissa

Apr 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Fantastic location! Can’t get any better- literally 60 steps to the beach! Staff were very friendly and helpful- especially helping with car parking as we had boards and a ski on roof- they made sure we felt secure and offered alternative parking if we didn’t. Room had a little kitchenette which was so good. Bed was comfortable, it’s an older motel but they have updated it so feels fresh and modern. Will definitely book again

6

Ivica

Jan 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Bathroom needs upgrade

4

Mrs Vicky

Oct 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I was disappointed the TV didn’t work in the room and there were no staff around or answering the phone. Not really acceptable for a room costing so much.

8

paul

Dec 3, 2023

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Manager was amazing fixing up a booking error, room was clean only let down was how bright the lights where coming from out side and making it hard to sleep. Overall was a nice place to stay

6

ANA

Nov 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Pros: The location is the best part of this place, across the street from the beach and walking distance to the restaurants. The room was very simple but comfy enough and clean. Staff was very friendly. Con: Booked through Expedia because it is advertised there that there's a pool on the property (there's even a photo of the said pool). I chose this property mainly for that reason, since we have a young child that obviously loves a pool. But there's no pool and the hotel refused to give any refund due to FALSE ADVERTISEMENT. Expedia was helpful and at least provided a few point for compensation. Wifi wasn't working

10

Tracey

May 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, within walking distance to everything. Straight across from the beach. Older style motel but very clean and comfortable

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Service

Service is consistently praised as friendly, accommodating, and helpful, with smooth check-ins and proactive assistance. One review reported difficulty reaching staff after hours.

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Lisa

Jun 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The location was great. The checkin staff were great. Sleep was non existing due to surrounding noise. We checked out after one night and cut our stay short. Would not bother staying again. Very disappointed

10

GEOFF

May 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were fantastic and very friendly. Definitely looking forward to staying there again!!!

10

Melissa

Apr 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Fantastic location! Can’t get any better- literally 60 steps to the beach! Staff were very friendly and helpful- especially helping with car parking as we had boards and a ski on roof- they made sure we felt secure and offered alternative parking if we didn’t. Room had a little kitchenette which was so good. Bed was comfortable, it’s an older motel but they have updated it so feels fresh and modern. Will definitely book again

10

Renee

Jan 22, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

This is a great place to stay if your holiday is all about the beach, shopping and eating great food. The rooms were very clean, tidy and comfortable. The staff were very accomodating, friendly and available. Better than some of the much more costly accomodation nearby. We'll definitely be back.

4

Mrs Vicky

Oct 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I was disappointed the TV didn’t work in the room and there were no staff around or answering the phone. Not really acceptable for a room costing so much.

8

Candida

Apr 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Every easy check in. Exactly like the pictures show.

8

Shirstine

Oct 28, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, the check in service was fantastic.

10

Gemma

Sep 23, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Gorgeous location, wonderful friendly accomodating staff (thanks Scott!)

10

Gina

Nov 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We had a brief one-night stay on our way up the coast. Excellent location in town. Nice to fix morning coffee and walk across the street to stroll the wonderful beach. Front staff mate was excellent (Davie?). Very quiet location and convenient to everything we needed!

10

Alyssa

May 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were very accomodating and were able to have our room ready early! Very convenient location and super clean room.

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Location

Beachfront and central, directly across from the sand and steps from shops, bars, and restaurants; walking distance to most everything in Byron Bay. A few guests reported area noise at night or early morning.

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Nicolas

Jan 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful stay! Everything was perfect! Great location to the beach and restaurants! Super clean place! If we are coming back to Byron Bay we will definitly coming back at Bay motel!

10

Melissa

Apr 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Fantastic location! Can’t get any better- literally 60 steps to the beach! Staff were very friendly and helpful- especially helping with car parking as we had boards and a ski on roof- they made sure we felt secure and offered alternative parking if we didn’t. Room had a little kitchenette which was so good. Bed was comfortable, it’s an older motel but they have updated it so feels fresh and modern. Will definitely book again

10

David

Jan 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, will stay here every time I return

10

Gina

Nov 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We had a brief one-night stay on our way up the coast. Excellent location in town. Nice to fix morning coffee and walk across the street to stroll the wonderful beach. Front staff mate was excellent (Davie?). Very quiet location and convenient to everything we needed!

8

Paulo

Jun 6, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient location.

6

ANA

Nov 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Pros: The location is the best part of this place, across the street from the beach and walking distance to the restaurants. The room was very simple but comfy enough and clean. Staff was very friendly. Con: Booked through Expedia because it is advertised there that there's a pool on the property (there's even a photo of the said pool). I chose this property mainly for that reason, since we have a young child that obviously loves a pool. But there's no pool and the hotel refused to give any refund due to FALSE ADVERTISEMENT. Expedia was helpful and at least provided a few point for compensation. Wifi wasn't working

10

Tracey

May 6, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, within walking distance to everything. Straight across from the beach. Older style motel but very clean and comfortable

10

Jon

Apr 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice and friendly little motel in the best location possible. Across the road to the beach, right next door to the pub, and adjacent the best foodie lane in Byron. Good value.

10

Kerri

Feb 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a great choice for Byron bay, right on beachfront and convenient to everything.

10

Suzanne

Apr 13, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

The location was amazing. The beach at our front door and cafes, bars and shops at the back. Could walk everywhere. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay here again.

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4 $295	5 $221	6 $183	7 $214	8	9 $265	10 $251
11 $197	12 $215	13 $229	14 $210	15 $300	16	17
18 $183	19 $224	20 $198	21 $210	22 $206	23 $360	24 $246
25 $211	26 $197	27 $197	28 $214	29 $216	30 $278	31

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