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A hotel room with a bed, two patterned pillows, a bedside lamp, and wicker chairs.

A building with a balcony, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

A residential property with a swimming pool, patio, and ocean view.

An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, residential areas, and a lighthouse on a hill.

1. Wollongbar Motel

Byron Bay

LUIS

CA $170

CA $190 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A person riding a bicycle with a basket, a palm tree, and a wall with text.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a wooden pergola.

A room with a bed, a macrame chair, and two potted plants.

A beach with clear blue water, sandy shore, and dense greenery in the background.

2. The Brunswick, Brunswick Heads

Brunswick Heads

Kathleen

CA $156

CA $175 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A beach with a rocky breakwater, clear skies, and a sandy shore.

A person riding a bicycle with a basket on a paved area with palm trees and a picnic table.

A swimming pool with blue chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a white building.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a blue accent wall, a wooden wardrobe, a small side table, and a framed picture above the bed.

3. The Cubana Ballina

Ballina Central

Peter

CA $136

CA $151 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

4. Hotel Marvell

Byron Bay

Jordan

CA $470

CA $470 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

An aerial view of a residential property with a swimming pool, patio furniture, and lush greenery.

A modern hotel entrance with a staircase leading to the lobby, surrounded by landscaped areas and a clear sky.

A balcony with two wicker chairs and a glass table with a fruit bowl. A swimming pool is visible in the background.

A coastal property with a swimming pool, dense greenery, and a beach view.

5. Byron Beachcomber

Byron Bay

Natalie

CA $207

CA $227 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a black cabinet. There are two framed pictures on the wall, and a potted plant on the cabinet.

A pool with white lounge chairs and a straw umbrella.

A white building with a 'VACANCY' sign, large windows, and a covered porch area.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with curtains and a view of greenery.

6. Arabella Garden Inn Motel

Wollongbar

Gary and Andrea

CA $165

CA $181 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a modern design.

A modern building with a covered patio area, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.

A modern cafe with wooden chairs and tables, a bar area, and large windows offering views of the street.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a metal roof.

7. Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre

West Ballina

Michelle

CA $113

CA $125 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A multi-story hotel with balconies and outdoor seating, located near a body of water.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a dining area, and a kitchenette.

A hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a view of the sea.

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, multiple balconies, and palm trees.

8. Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron

Ballina Central

Kim

CA $223

CA $246 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A covered outdoor seating area with a white table and wicker chairs, a brick wall, and large vases.

A neatly made bed with a white comforter and a dark patterned throw. There are two bedside lamps on wooden nightstands.

A room with a fireplace, a mirror, a television, and a window with curtains.

A hallway with a large arched doorway leading to a room with a large window. The floor is wooden, and there is a rug in the hallway.

9. Ballina Manor Boutique Hotel

Ballina Central

Fuhai

CA $197

CA $217 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A modern outdoor living space with a covered patio, built-in seating, and a barbecue area.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, and a black refrigerator.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, and a coffee table. There is a kitchen area with white cabinets and a dining area with a table and chairs.

10. Ingenia Holidays Byron Bay

Byron Bay

Martin

CA $122

CA $122 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 11 - Nov 12

A poolside lounge area with sun loungers and a large umbrella providing shade.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a person lying on a towel.

A modern interior with a central seating area, a kitchen in the background, and a large window on the left.

A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a wooden coffee table with a chessboard.

11. Drifter Byron Bay

Byron Bay

John

CA $154

CA $170 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A neatly made bed with white linens and two rolled towels, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted fan.

A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a dining table, and a green armchair.

A modern living room with a sofa, round coffee table, and chairs, a dining table with chairs, a bookshelf, and a painting on the wall.

A coastal view with a wooden walkway leading to a beach.

12. Hibiscus Motel

Byron Bay

Renee

CA $164

CA $181 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A neatly made bed with a patterned headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a wooden floor.

A pool area with a lounge chair, a blue chair, and a covered seating area.

A room with a brick wall, a window with white blinds, and a wooden railing.

A wooden bench with colorful cushions, a white lantern, and tropical plants.

13. Ballina Palms Boutique Motel

Ballina Central

Malgorzata

CA $150

CA $167 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A modern living space with a kitchen, dining area, and seating.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern living space with a kitchen, dining area, and seating area.

A modern kitchen with a built-in sink, white cabinets, and a window with a view of greenery.

14. Lismore Wilson Motel

Lismore CBD

Peter

CA $136

CA $152 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a grey sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table. There is a large window with a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a sofa, a wooden chair, a TV on a low wall, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A pool area with thatched umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

15. Beach Hotel Resort

Byron Bay

Vanessa

CA $274

CA $303 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A beach scene with a tent and a person carrying a surfboard.

A modern cabin by a lake with a reflective water surface, surrounded by dense trees.

A bedroom with a canopy bed, a sofa, and a dining area.

A modern house with a wooden deck, a staircase, and a view of a forested area.

16. Discovery Parks - Byron Bay

Byron Bay

Monique

CA $160

CA $160 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a fence.

A covered outdoor area with a patio, benches, a staircase, and a building in the background.

A wooden sign with the text 'Lake Ainsworth' and 'a natural dunal lake...' indicating a natural setting.

A beach with a wooden fence, grassy areas, and a clear sky.

17. Santa Fe Motel & Holiday Units

Lennox Head

Steve

CA $138

CA $152 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A lifeguard tower, a palm tree, and a lifeguard vehicle on a beach.

A green bicycle parked in front of a white picket fence with a colorful umbrella.

A porch with a white table and chairs, a hat, and a potted plant.

A beach-themed chair with a straw bag and a life preserver.

18. La Costa Motel

Bilinga

Rebecca

CA $148

CA $165 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees.

A person in a bathtub filled with bubbles, holding a glass of white liquid.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern living room with wicker chairs, a wooden coffee table, and a glass shelving unit with various items.

19. Crystalbrook Byron

Suffolk Park

Jennifer

CA $321

CA $355 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A modern kitchen with a dining area, wooden beams, and a large window.

A building with a sign reading "WAVES" and a person carrying a surfboard.

A modern living room with a curved ceiling, a dark blue sofa, two round side tables, and a white cabinet.

A cozy living room with a stone wall, a wooden coffee table, a beige sofa, and a wicker chair.

20. Waves Byron Bay

Byron Bay

Mr Nathan

CA $219

CA $241 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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Vacation Rentals in Northern Rivers

Aparthotel

A modern wooden house with a deck, large windows, and a kitchen area visible through the open door.

A beach path leading to the ocean with lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a ceiling fan, a television, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

The Oasis Apartments and Treetop Houses

Byron Bay

"The place was great , comfortable, super clean and the location was epic !"

Vacation Home

A modern house with a wooden deck, a hammock, and a TV in a large window.

A modern kitchen with two bar stools, a large window, and a view of the outdoors.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a view of the countryside.

A dining area with a wooden table, grey upholstered chairs, and a hanging chandelier.

99 Acres Bangalow Retreat

Bangalow

"Such a beautiful property and place to stay. This was my second time. I’ll definitely be back again."

Aparthotel

Two wicker chairs facing a scenic view of a green landscape with hills and trees.

A landscaped area with a sign for Invercauld House, indicating it offers conferences, retreats, and accommodation.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, and a view of greenery through a sliding glass door.

Invercauld House

Goonellabah

"Lovely stay in a very clean and well appointed room. Only improvement would be if breakfast was available at the resort."

Aparthotel

A hotel room with a balcony, a bed with white linens, a small table with chairs, and a view of greenery outside.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with plants.

A residential complex with multiple houses featuring blue roofs and solar panels.

An aerial view of a hotel with a swimming pool, blue umbrellas, and palm trees.

Eco Beach Resort

Byron Bay

"great for families and good location,"

Aparthotel

A beach with rocky terrain, palm trees, and ocean waves.

A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and a television on a stand. There is a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with outdoor furniture.

A balcony with a glass table and wicker chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a white fence.

A hotel room with a single bed, bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, a ceiling fan, a mirror, and a poster on the wall.

Byron Quarter Holiday Apartments

Byron Bay

"Fab place, super central location. Have stayed twice & would return"

Aparthotel

A pool with a view of the ocean, surrounded by tropical plants and a wooden deck.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, a built-in oven, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A balcony with outdoor seating and a view of the beach and ocean.

A multi-story building with balconies and a restaurant named "The Beach Bar".

The Beach Cabarita

Cabarita Beach

"Loved every moment The apartment and location was incredible. We will be back xx"

Aparthotel

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A modern kitchen with a glass dining table and white chairs, a black sofa, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area with a view.

A modern apartment with a living room, dining area, and kitchen.

Lennox Beach Resort

Lennox Head

"Leah was very helpful and accomodative! Property was well presented and near to all the amenities. Byron Bay was 15 minutes and Uber was available to go nearby places! Highly recommended!"

Aparthotel

Santa Fe Motel & Holiday Units

Lennox Head

"Excellent location for exploring the town"

Aparthotel

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a view of the ocean.

A beach with people, a building with a green roof, and trees in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa, a wicker chair, a TV, and a kitchen area with a microwave and oven.

A modern building with a glass balcony overlooking a pool area and a clear view of the ocean.

Bayview Beachfront Apartments, in town right on the beach

Byron Bay

"The location was amazing, place was clean and the staff were amazingly helpful and friendly"

Aparthotel

A poolside area with wicker furniture and a view of a pool and palm trees.

A spacious indoor area with a pool view, featuring multiple seating areas and a hanging light fixture.

A reception area with two large wooden doors, a reception desk, and two wicker chairs with cushions.

A modern interior with a stone water feature, a dining area, and a reception desk.

Oaks Casuarina Santai Resort

Casuarina

"Clean, plenty of room."

Aparthotel

A resort pool area with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and a building with balconies in the background.

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a round dining table with chairs, a bed with a headboard, and a large window.

A modern room with a wooden dining table, white chairs, and a glass door leading to an outdoor area with a patio and plants.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dishwasher, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Kingscliff Salt Retreat Apartments hosted by Holiday Management Co

Kingscliff

"The resort is lovely with a number of places to eat nearby. The apartment is best suited for families with teenagers not young children as the rooms are not adjoining. They have separate access. The apartment is part of the resort but privately owned so reception will not attend to any queries. One of the access cards wouldn’t enable access to pools. The bathroom tap in studio constantly ran. Rather than fixing it, there was a sign stating that the tap drips with tips of how to fix it -“turn...

Apartment

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a bathroom visible through an open door, and a towel on the bed.

A room with a large window overlooking a beach, a white desk, and two white chairs.

A modern living room with a television, sofa, and a plant.

Grandview Apartments Ballina

East Ballina

"Clean great view will definitely stay again"

Aparthotel

A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a hill with buildings in the background.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden deck, surrounded by greenery and modern buildings.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining area with white chairs, a black leather sofa, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

East on Byron

Byron Bay

"Fabulous location and facilities"

Aparthotel

A bathtub with rose petals and candles, suggesting a romantic setting.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view through a sliding glass door.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted artwork of a beach scene.

A pool area with a tiled deck, surrounded by potted plants and outdoor furniture.

Byron Central Apartments

Byron Bay

"Great, would stay again. "

Aparthotel

A hot tub area with a pool in the background, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A residential area with a swimming pool surrounded by houses and lush greenery.

A beach with people sunbathing and swimming, a lifeguard tower, and a rocky shoreline with palm trees.

A modern apartment with a kitchen, dining area, and living room. It includes a sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen with a refrigerator and oven.

Outrigger Bay Apartments

Byron Bay

"Great place to stay"

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A coastal beach with clear turquoise waters, sandy shore, and a backdrop of mountains and buildings.

Kirra Beach

9.2/10 (1,376 reviews)

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Kirra Beach, a popular beach in Gold Coast. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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A beach with people, a lifeguard flag, and buildings in the background.

Coolangatta Beach

9.2/10 (1,987 reviews)

This city at the southern tip of the Gold Coast has some of the most pristine beaches, and clear water for swimming, fishing and diving.

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Wategos Beach

9.2/10 (919 reviews)

Swim or stroll at this beach sheltered by the rocky bluff of Cape Byron and you might see dolphins surfing on the offshore swell.

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A beach at sunset with waves, a flag, and mountains in the background.

Main Beach

9.2/10 (987 reviews)

Snap photos of the emerald peaks, take part in aquatic activities at the surf club and stroll through forest paths near this urban beach.

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A coastal beach with waves, a sandy shore, and buildings in the background.

Yamba Beach

9.4/10 (303 reviews)

Play in the gentle waves, scour the rock pools for sea creatures or swim some laps in the still waters of the ocean pool at Yamba’s premier beach destination.

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A beach with people walking and dogs, mountains in the background, and a clear sky.

Belongil Beach

9.2/10 (343 reviews)

With sandbar surf breaks, a shipwreck snorkeling site and a safe strip of lifeguard-patrolled ocean waves, it’s easy to see why this beach is favored among locals.

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A beach with a sunset, a person with a surfboard, and buildings in the background.

Greenmount Beach

9.2/10 (350 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Greenmount Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Gold Coast. Amble around this family-friendly area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Twin Towns Services Club

8.8/10 (236 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Twin Towns Services Club on your trip to Tweed Heads. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Discover the hinterland of northern New South Wales, where you can enter ancient rainforests or hunt for antiques in picturesque countryside villages.

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A white lighthouse with a blue base, set against a twilight sky.

Top Northern Rivers Hotel Reviews

Oaks Casuarina Santai Resort

10/10 Excellent

"We loved how peaceful the resort was, and how close it was to the beach. The pool area was great, and we took advantage of the waiter service for drinks. We would happily stay again"

Peppers Salt Resort & Spa

8/10 Good

"Always a great spot for a for days but starting to get a little tired now (many signs of wear and tear) … needs a bit of a refresh! That said still a pleasant stay."

Mantra Twin Towns

8/10 Good

"Great access to Club . Bed very comfortable."

The Sebel Byron Bay

8/10 Good

"Middle of town location and well priced for 1 bedroom apartment. Unfortunately the TV in Room 207A appeared to be signed in to Adelaide and was fairly unusable, only allowing a couple of streaming TV channels and no regular antenna TV could be accessed."

Waves Byron Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Great spot to spend a few days. Quiet and comfortable rooms, generous private outdoor area and short walk to the beach and the Main Street. Recommend"

Wollongbar Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Very convenient for Byron town centre, just 5 minute walk to shops, restaurants, beach etc. Quiet despite being on the main road into Byron. Everything in the room required for a 2 night stay."

Tweed Central Motel

8/10 Good

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Fitzroy Motor Inn Grafton

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were very clean, new looked carpets and very clean bed sheets, bathroom was clean but old. Very convenient location, close to a beautiful riverside walkway. Very polite and helpful staff."

The Sebel Twin Towns Coolangatta

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay, close to all the amenities, staff are very friendly and helpful. Even they did not have late check out they offered a place to store luggage and place to rest."

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The Imperial Hotel

115 Murwillumbah St Murwillumbah NSW

CA $116

CA $128 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (208 reviews)

Glen Villa Resort

80-86 Butler Street Byron Bay NSW

CA $134

CA $134 total

Nov 9 - Nov 10

includes taxes & fees

Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel

25 Childe Street Byron Bay NSW

CA $128

CA $143 total

Oct 21 - Oct 22

includes taxes & fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews)

Pacific Motel Evans Head

38 Woodburn St Evans Head NSW

CA $92

CA $157 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

includes taxes & fees

Hi-Way Motel Grafton - Digital & Contactless

25 Schwinghammer Street South Grafton NSW

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The Surf House - Hostel

23 Lawson St Byron Bay NSW

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Our top choices for Northern Rivers hotels

1. Wollongbar Motel

2. The Brunswick, Brunswick Heads

3. The Cubana Ballina

4. Hotel Marvell

5. Byron Beachcomber

6. Arabella Garden Inn Motel

7. Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre

8. Ramada Hotel and Suites Ballina Byron

9. Ballina Manor Boutique Hotel

10. Ingenia Holidays Byron Bay

11. Drifter Byron Bay

12. Hibiscus Motel

13. Ballina Palms Boutique Motel

14. Lismore Wilson Motel

15. Beach Hotel Resort

16. Discovery Parks - Byron Bay

17. Santa Fe Motel & Holiday Units

18. La Costa Motel

19. Crystalbrook Byron

20. Waves Byron Bay

Vacation Rentals in Northern Rivers

The Oasis Apartments and Treetop Houses

99 Acres Bangalow Retreat

Invercauld House

Eco Beach Resort

Byron Quarter Holiday Apartments

The Beach Cabarita

Lennox Beach Resort

Santa Fe Motel & Holiday Units

Bayview Beachfront Apartments, in town right on the beach

Oaks Casuarina Santai Resort

Kingscliff Salt Retreat Apartments hosted by Holiday Management Co

Grandview Apartments Ballina

East on Byron

Byron Central Apartments

Outrigger Bay Apartments

Stay near popular Northern Rivers attractions

Kirra Beach

Coolangatta Beach

Wategos Beach

Main Beach

Yamba Beach

Belongil Beach

Greenmount Beach

Twin Towns Services Club

Learn more about Northern Rivers

Top Northern Rivers Hotel Reviews

Oaks Casuarina Santai Resort

Peppers Salt Resort & Spa

Mantra Twin Towns

The Sebel Byron Bay

Waves Byron Bay

Wollongbar Motel

Tweed Central Motel

Fitzroy Motor Inn Grafton

The Sebel Twin Towns Coolangatta

More cheap stays in Northern Rivers

The Imperial Hotel

Glen Villa Resort

Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel

Pacific Motel Evans Head

Hi-Way Motel Grafton - Digital & Contactless

The Surf House - Hostel

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