“A seriously cool reimagining of a 1980s motel by a collective of Bryon Bay creatives. Think inviting rooms & family bungalows clad in earthy tones, with original artwork & shared gardens. There's a swimming pool, convivial tiki-style bar & library, too. A retro dream welcoming guests of all ages.”

Recommended for

  • Eco break

    • The strong eco focus includes using solar power, building with recycled materials & creating green compost for the veggie patch
  • Families

    • Families will adore the bungalows, plus the scooters, playground, basketball hoop, kid-friendly beehives & planter boxes
  • Groups

    • The three-bedroom Residence is ideal for groups of friends or an extended family travelling together
  • No restaurant

    • Order flavoursome hampers, gather for drinks at the bar or pick up takeaway coffee & pastries from Coffee Supreme
  • Designer

    • A seriously cool creation by a collective of makers, with well-chosen design pieces & thoughtful touches
  • Artworks

    • Filled with pieces by creatives from the North Rivers area, including original artwork & sculptures
  • Art Classes

    • Take brilliant art classes at the Byron Arts & Industries Estate, where creative congregate
  • Golf

    • Play a round at Byron Bay Golf Course, a scenic course just three minutes' drive away
  • Yoga

    • Speak to the team about the many top-notch yoga and spiritual classes in the area
  • Owner managed

    • Created by Jess and Dave Frid, as well as a number of their creative friends
  • Surfing

    • Borrow boards from the motel & ride the waves at Byron bay's best beaches
  • Great walks

    • Follow striking hiking trails through the forested Arakwal National Park
  • Inn

    • A reimagined 80s motel with fun, bold interiors
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Hotel Entertainment

  • Learning

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Full of character

  • Good wine list

  • House party feel

  • Lively area

  • Museums

  • Air conditioning

  • Wildlife Area

  • Boutique

  • Cycling

  • Chic

  • Watersports

  • Quirky

  • Child friendly

  • Retro/Vintage

  • Beach nearby

  • Disabled access

  • Less £

  • Designer Shopping

  • Contemporary

  • Charming

  • Intimate

  • Romantic

  • Mountain biking

  • Lively

  • Family Suites

Facilities

  • Rooms

    19 rooms in this hotel
  • Bar

    Sip zingy cocktails designed by local mixologist Pete Windrim, along with biodynamic wine & craft beer paired with bar snacks
  • No restaurant

    Order flavoursome hampers, gather for drinks at the bar or pick up takeaway coffee & pastries from Coffee Supreme
  • Library

    A library where you’ll find over 100 books specifically curated by Lora Ward of Good Publishings
  • Swimming Pool

    The advanced outdoor mineral pool is heated in winter
  • Bicycles available

    Complimentary scooters are available for little ones
  • Bicycle hire

    Hire bicycles — some electric — or surfboards
  • Garden

    In 1.5 acres of tropical gardens
  • Private villas

    Six bungalows
  • Outdoor dining

  • Cots available

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • No pets

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Good wine list

  • EV Charging Station

  • Child friendly

  • Sitting Room

  • Disabled access

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Wifi

  • Air conditioning

  • Parking

  • Family Suites

Activities

  • Theatre

    • Catch a show at the Byron Theatre and Community Centre, or look out for regular live music events
  • Art Classes

    • Take brilliant art classes at the Byron Arts & Industries Estate, where creative congregate
  • Golf

    • Play a round at Byron Bay Golf Course, a scenic course just three minutes' drive away
  • Yoga

    • Speak to the team about the many top-notch yoga and spiritual classes in the area
  • Surfing

    • Borrow boards from the motel & ride the waves at Byron bay's best beaches
  • Great walks

    • Follow striking hiking trails through the forested Arakwal National Park
  • Learning

  • Hotel Entertainment

  • Museums

  • Wildlife Area

  • Cycling

  • Watersports

  • Designer Shopping

  • Mountain biking

Map & Location

Other reviews

The Sunseeker - Hotel Review

This revitalised motel, transformed by a dream team of local makers, artists and designers, is a showcase of the creative high jinks that run through Byron Bay. With its retro-cool interiors, tropical tiki bar and lo-fi surfer vibe, it’s a design destination...

Originally published by Telegraph Travel

A revitalised design motel with a retro feel

This revitalised motel on Bangalow Road, 10 minutes from Byron Bay town, is the latest design destination here, pulling in a jet-set crowd keen to snap the retro space and road-tripping young families drawn by the spacious yet affordable rooms...

Originally published by Condé Nast Traveller

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