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Wollongbar Motel

3.5 star property
Beach fun in outdoor pool, near Wategos Beach

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains
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Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | In-room dining
Aerial view
Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is €117
includes taxes & fees
20 Jun - 21 Jun

Room options

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Balcony Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 4 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Standard Family Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living area

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
  • 180 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds, 1 Large Single Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds
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About the area

Map
19-21 Shirley Street, Byron Bay, NSW, 2481

What's nearby

  • Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Clarkes Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • The Pass - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Wategos Beach - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Cape Byron Lighthouse - 5 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Mullumbimby Station - 17 min drive
  • Gold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Great Northern Kitchen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Balcony Bar & Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Fishheads - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Loft Byron Bay - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Miss Margarita - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Wollongbar Motel

Motel near Wategos Beach
At Wollongbar Motel, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as conference space.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, a front desk safe and tour/ticket information
  • Barbecues, luggage storage and newspapers in the reception
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Wollongbar Motel offer perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and toasters

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 4:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 40.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per stay

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 40.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Wollongbar
Wollongbar Byron Bay
Wollongbar Motel
Wollongbar Motel Byron Bay
Wollongbar Hotel Byron Bay
Wollongbar Motel Motel
Wollongbar Motel Byron Bay
Wollongbar Motel Motel Byron Bay

Frequently asked questions

Does Wollongbar Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Wollongbar Motel?

As of 19 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wollongbar Motel on 20 Jun 2025 start from €116.83, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Wollongbar Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Wollongbar Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Wollongbar Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wollongbar Motel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee.

Where is Wollongbar Motel located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Byron Bay motel is within a 5-minute walk of Cumbebin Swamp Nature Reserve and Byron Community Market. Main Beach and Byron Tourist Information Centre are also within 10 minutes.

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Wollongbar Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 346 out of 780 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 780 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 780 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 780 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 780 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Very close to beach , shops & dining just a short walk
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10

Great location, beach access and walking distance to shops, restaurants etc
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Love having access to a beautiful beach
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Awesome stay, close to the main st. Nice room, everything you need.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Great place! Quiet property and very close to the beach and town
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Had a nice stay at Byron Bay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Clean and comfortable Close to town and beach
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

Simple, clean with good access to town centre and beach
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10

Needs to good renovation
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Generally nice convenient hotel. Short walk into town centre. Backdoor easy access to beach. Nice pool Just note cleaning service only happens after 5 days stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Great location. Clean rooms. Easy check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10

Smelt like fresh paint Door lock didn’t work to balcony Toilet button broken Half used milk left in fridge and no unopened for us Our stuff felt unsafe to leave and was quite loud
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Excelleny room near to beach. With a secret party to acsecluded beach. Really big bedroom and bathroom and really useful balcony. Very close to Byron bay and all ameneties. Felt very safe.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

The property is showing its age but the room was clean and functional. Staff were friendly and it was only a quick walk into town, to the beach, or to tourist spots and hikes. Good value for the money.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Really good stay Property old and in need of refurbishing but location helped make up for this Large rooms and plenty of bathroom bench space Staff very nice
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10

Great location near Byron Bay. The motel was clean and the beds were comfortable, but the room was showing its age.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

easy walk to town and the beach, great location and very quiet

8/10

Very friendly staff. Large room. Very convenient walk to town centre and beach. Pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10

Easy walking distance to the centre of Byron Bay. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10

Average place needs TLC. On site parking, main road so care needs to be taken entering and exiting driveway. Walk to beach was ok, but cross railway tracks can incur fine $1K. Only scenery train runs.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

A little gem of a motel, quiet and very comfortable and easy walk to the beach and town.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10

Great stay. Friendly staff, clean room, good facilities, close walk to beach, only a few minutes walk into byron, easy parking. Very happy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10

Great spot 2 minute walk to shops amazingly quiet and spotlessly clean will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10

A brilliant location!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024