Absolutely loved my stay at Wake Up Byron Bay! This hostel has the most perfect location, right on the beach. Our room and all the common areas were super clean. 10/10 recommended!! Special thank you to Zoe at reception!! She helped us check in after our flight got canceled and made sure everything was set for our stay in Byron. Great customer service from her and overall a wonderful stay.

Stayed in April 2025

The lighting in the bedroom is a bit average - a dim yet stark white light. Some warmer lighting would be nice! The laundry room wasn't very nice - a bit dirty and rubbish.

LOVED the shuttle - I think it was important given the location, I'm glad it was included in the stay. The surfboards also a great touch that they were complimentary. The pool bar area was stunning! Great having an aircon in the bedroom too. Bathrooms felt cleaner than other hostels I have stayed at.

Stayed in March 2025

- Close to the beach - Free shuttle to and from town - Great kitchen to cook in - Friendly staff - FREE YOGA - Overall very comfortable and chill vibe

Stayed in March 2025

Sand everywhere no broom supplied dorms

Location Augustina was very friendly and helpful

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing

Good private rooms,

Stayed in February 2025

The only small issue we had (which just comes of being in a hostel) was that our room was a bit of a walk to the bathroom

I loved that it was on the beach, and close enough to the centre but far enough away that it wasn’t too loud in the evening

Stayed in February 2025

It would be even better if there was a coffee machine or a plunger in the kitchen.

The beds were comfy and had curtains, a power socket and own light. There was a locking drawer which was good. The terrace and facilities were good, with nice lounging chairs and desks. They had a vending machine for snacks and toiletries which was handy, and it's next door to a supermarket.

Stayed in February 2025

Comfy beds, nice pool area, beautiful beach nearby, as well as the super nice restaurant next door. The exceptional friendliness and support from the reception was the best of it all. Thank you!

Stayed in February 2025

I was staying in late January and I found the prices quite high for the single room I started out in. Over $240 a night and I had to share a heavily used choice of two bathrooms which were often busy and one seemed to have a constantly wet floor and precious little amenity to hang my clothes, towel or even toiletries when showering. It was THE ONE distinctly bad thing I experienced at the hostel, and particularly considering how much I was paying per night. The last time I stayed , the bicycles were free, now you must rent them by the hour. One price I remember was $20 for 5 hours. It was more expensive for shorter times I be. It sort sucked when I found out on day one.

The location is perfect! Right across the street from Belongil Beach and far enough out of town to be peaceful and yet accessible to everything in town. The staff are truly wonderful. The Management and Front Desk team are welcoming, supportive and friendly. I was often welcomed by my name when walking into the front desk area. The drivers in the shuttle bus were super friendly, helpful and chilled. They made me feel like part of the Wake Up family…like all of the staff. Most are backpackers working for their accommodation so they are understanding and accomodating. The shuttle into town runs regularly all day and into the night. If by chance the bus is full, they will immediately do another trip to make sure that you are looked after. This is really exceptionally good! The communal kitchen is well appointed and large. It’s cleaned regularly by staff. There is now a swimming pool with a day bar and this is well patronised. I didn’t use it myself but it seemed very popular with many of the guests.

Stayed in February 2025

nothing! exceeded my expectations

i loved the pool & enjoyed my room!! Kitchen and property itself was also great:)

Stayed in January 2025

This hostel in Byron Bay is a hidden gem! Just a short walk from the beach, it offers a relaxed, positive vibe. The staff are super friendly and welcoming, always ready with great tips. The rooms are clean and well-maintained, and the atmosphere makes it easy to unwind or meet fellow travelers. Perfect for a chill beach getaway!

Stayed in January 2025

Staff at wake up Byron went above and beyond for me. Really appreciate all support!

Stayed in January 2025

I didn't like that I turned up without my passport, had I known I would've had it with me, but they let me stay anyway! I was able to use my Queensland Driver's Licence as ID (I was beginning to think that I'd have to sleep on the side of the road, in my car. Thank you, Wake Up!

The staff were friendly, I had an awesome room (201), 4 bed mixed with a balcony and ensuite. The property is across the road from Belongli Beach and the shuttle bus service into Town was good. The Wake Up Backpackers facility, was very clean, workers constantly cleaning, as I was leaving, a worker was sweeping up leaves and debris in the pool area.

Stayed in January 2025

Pricing is a bit high

Location was great, the staff are really good!

Stayed in January 2025

Nice staff, great people there in general, fun activities organized by the hostel

Stayed in November 2024

The locations is a bit far out but it is just seconds from the beach and they do put a regular shuttle bus on that takes you into the centre of Byron Bay

This is one of the best hostels we’ve stayed and cannot recommended it enough. The rooms are very spacious and the bathroom was amazing. I couldn’t fault any of the facilities at all

Stayed in January 2025

Shuttle services to Byron Bay town centre was a great service. The beach access was awesome, and the property itself was maintained at a very high standard.

Stayed in January 2025

The showers in the girls bathroom

Beach and comfort

Stayed in January 2025

The shared bathroom and the lack of towel racks and shelving in shower cubicles.

Well presented, rooms were clean and spacious and the staff were generally happy and helpful.

Stayed in January 2025

The kitchen fridges were locked before 7am. A little far from the city centre

It had an all female dorm with private bathroom and fresh cold filter water available from the bar.

Stayed in January 2025

All was good !

Stayed in January 2025

Sharing a toilet shower with ladies but I think there was another one

The size of the room

Stayed in December 2024

Check out time

Vibe, cleanest, people

Stayed in December 2024

The bathroom in our dorm was looking a little run down and had small patches of mould on the ceiling. The bath mat was really dirty and looked like the bathroom hadn’t been cleaned in a good while.

Loved the location and the beach vibe of the place. The facilities were great.

Stayed in December 2024