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Drifter Byron Bay

1 Lateen Lane Byron Bay, Byron Bay, AU

8.7 guest rating· 1533 reviews

About this hotel

Prime Location near Belongil Beach

Discover Vali Byron, a charming hotel just 500 meters from the stunning Belongil Beach in Byron Bay. Enjoy free WiFi and convenient access to the tour desk.

Relaxing Sun Terrace and Proximity to Attractions

Unwind on the sun terrace and explore nearby attractions like Clarkes Beach. This non-smoking property is also conveniently located 500 meters from Main Beach, offering the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.

Nearby Landmarks and Accessibility

Explore iconic landmarks such as Cape Byron Lighthouse just 3.2 km away, and Byron Bay Golf Course at 4.1 km. With Ballina Byron Gateway Airport a short 25 km drive, Vali Byron ensures easy accessibility for your travels.

Ready to experience the beauty of Byron Bay? Book your stay at Vali Byron now!

Rooms & rates

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Bed in Superior 6 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

Sleeps 1 · 14 m² · Bunk bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating

Bed in Superior 6 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Sleeps 1 · 14 m² · Bunk bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating

Bed In 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 20 m² · Bunk bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Shared toilet

Bed in Superior 4 Bed Dorm

Sleeps 1 · 12 m² · Bunk bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Shared toilet

Private Queen Ensuite Room (Accessible)

Sleeps 2 · 10 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Toilet

The double room features air conditioning and heating, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.

Entire Superior 8 Bed Dorm

Sleeps 8 · 16 m² · 8× Bunk bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Shared toilet

The dormitory room provides air conditioning, heating, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 8 beds.

Entire 8 Pod Dorm

Sleeps 8 · 16 m² · 8× Bunk bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Linen

The dormitory room provides air conditioning and heating, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 8 beds.

Drifter Dream Pod

Sleeps 1 · 16 m² · Bunk bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Linen

Bed in Superior 4 Bed Female Ensuite Dorm

Sleeps 1 · 12 m² · Bunk bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating

Bed in Superior 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Sleeps 1 · 16 m² · Bunk bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking garage
  • Air conditioning
  • Beach
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
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  • CCTV outside property
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • First aid kit available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Higher level toilet
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Toilet with grab rails

Location

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1 Lateen Lane Byron Bay, Byron Bay, AU

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say8.71533 reviews

+ Great facilities+ Friendly staff+ Good locationCleanliness issuesSmall kitchenNeed for more toilets
Cleanliness7.9
Service9.4
Location9.4
Room Quality8.9
Amenities8.9
Value for Money8.4

Gutes Hostel

9.0

Es waren sehr komfortable Betten mit Vorhängen, und das Hostel hatte eine sehr gute Lage. Die Badezimmer waren sehr sauber.

Die Rezeption war akzeptabel, aber nicht übermäßig freundlich. Die Zimmer waren recht klein.

Mareike · AU · 2026-07-23

Guest review

9.0

great location able to walk everywhere. upgraded to a beautiful room

bruce · AU · 2026-07-23

Guest review

10.0

Alojamiento muy cómodo y con unas instalaciones muy buenas. Estuvimos en una habitación de cuatro y las literas están preparadas y son cómodas. El baño está muy bien y es cómodo. Muy bien también en check-in

Jorge · ES · 2026-07-20

Guest review

10.0

Tutto, adoro questo ostello

Celeste · AU · 2026-07-19

Overpriced and disappointing

3.0

The beds were comfy and it’s close to the beach.

Found the hostel to be so expensive for what it was and really disappointing. There is no free luggage storage, I was getting the greyhound bus at 5pm so after check out I paid $8 for one locker which I think is steep. I got an email from drifter during my stay to say that people from the hostel are booking on a kayaking tour and to book through the drifter-link so we can all meet in reception and then go together. I booked and showed up in the reception at the right time like the email said. I waited but no one showed up so asked a staff member if I’m in the right place. She said she didn’t know anything about it, I showed her the email and confirmed it’s definitely from drifter but she hasn’t heard about it so told me to just go on my own. I was disappointed I’d been recommended to book a specific tour through them to go as a group so I wasn’t on my own and when it comes to actually going no one is there or helpful as to why they’ve emailed that and then not showed up. Also the website photos are creepy! They look so pervy and really weird for a hostel website showing the rooms? Wouldn’t recommend staying.

Daisy · GB · 2026-07-18

Guest review

10.0

Very nice property, looks clean and new inside

The carpark is a bit hit and miss. There’s very few spaces so can be hard getting one despite paying

Amy · GB · 2026-07-17

Good to know

Please note that 2% surcharge applies to all card payments.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag, Schoolies party or similar bookings.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

A deposit may be required at the property.