Quiet, friendly, old world charm and reasonable who could ask for more!…read more This is my second stay here and as family are two doors down this makes the ideal accommodation. The old world charm of this place is like stepping back into the past and hearing the rooster crow of a morning reminds me of my childhood. The guys who are the owners and mangers of the lodge are very helpful and yet not intrusive. They quietly assist if there is a need. They cater very much so for the LGBT community. The rooms are large and have an ensuite. The bed is firm and comfortable. Tea, coffee, milk etc are supplied. The Internet is a bit spotty. You have to move around to find a signal. Sitting on the verandah of a morning you can hear all different kinds of birds. The lodge is walking distance to the town centre. Nimbin is very alternative. I will always stay here when coming to Nimbin, always pleasantly surprised.

This place is nothing short of awesome. In a way it was the service that I received when I arrived…read more The welcome was great, and when I checked out I even got a lift back into town so I didn't have to drag my bag up the hill. That only is deserving of a five star rating. The rooms were quite well stocked, and very comfortable. Not surprisingly it was pretty quiet, and I got a great nights sleep. The place is nothing short of beautiful, and they even have a great garden, and the country views are magnificent.

During my travels through the some parts of the south and the mid-way east coast of Australia,…read moreByron Bay was one of my favourite places of all!!! It was such a peaceful and laid-back town that I even considered how it would be like to live there and just spend my days in peaceful bliss until the end of my days. Arts Factory Lodge was just the perfect place that captured the essence of Byron Bay. It was full of people from many different places and everybody was like they had known each other for years. Everything about this place screams 'peace'; at least for me it did and helped me refresh my mind in the best possible way. There are cabins, tents and teepees as the different kinds of accommodations that they are offering. The one that we preferred was the garden buree that was some kind of a tent but with much more to offer than a simple tent. Our 'tent' was big enough to contain two single beds of a regular size and plus our luggages; so don't hesitate when I mention a 'tent':)))) They also have the best milkshakes so I would strongly recommend one while you're laying by the pool (yes, you've heard it right! They also have a pool!! :)) ). There is also a big shared kitchen where you can make stuff and keep whatever you have bought for yourself from the supermarket; you just have to tag it and put it on a shelf or something. They have many activities for entertainment and if you're a friendly person, you'll definitely fit in here comfortably. Some nights you'll see people playing some guitar, drinking tasty drinks and enjoying each other's company in the courtyard, so you might not even need any kind of entertainment at all. The Lodge offers shuttle that take you to downtown and also back (I think) every half hour so you can also enjoy what Byron Bay offers you. The prices are affordable and the place is safe and friendly.

I give this hostel 4/5 stars even though it is truly the best hostel experience you'll ever get and…read morehere's why... Check in experience: staff are friendly but they do not walk you around and show you the hostel, talk about the rules/etiquette, etc. 3/5 stars. Vibe: if you like hippies, chill vibes, musicians, free spirited young people, and impromptu music sessions, stay here. If you don't like any of these things, then don't stay here. Yes people smoke pot here. And yes, the whole place has a chill but young and loud atmosphere. There is always something happening here including bush walking tours, yoga classes, talent shows, live and loud music, etc. Generally speaking however , it is quieter after 10pm, as in live music stops, but people are still socializing and drinking outside on lounge beanie bags or picnic tables. Seems like there's always something to do every night here. This place is not suitable for families. 5/5 Cleanliness: this place is not super clean and quite similar to many other hostels out there. I'm happy that my bed is made (and clean) when I arrived and while I do see the staff cleaning the bathrooms on a daily basis, it's definitely not at a hotel standard and even once it does get cleaned, its dirty quickly afterwards because of the volume of people here. There are cleaner hostels out there. That said, it's not incredibly dirty, and it's not very clean. No bed bugs... I guess I can be happy with that? 2/5 Kitchen: by 8pm, the kitchen is packed with people and you cannot find a place to cook, nor can you find utensils or plates to eat with. So I suggest you try cooking or eating at 6pm if you wanna use the kitchen. There aren't enough fridges for the amount of people coming here either... but you can make it work. 3/5 stars People: the best people I've met yet have been here. Young, chill, open minded, creative, and free spirited. And if you're travelling on your own and want to get a great experience, then this hostel will give you just that. 5/5 stars Power plugs: just expect that your electronics will be running on low battery for most of the duration while you're here. There aren't enough power plugs in the shared dorms , which is why you'll see people charging their stuff all over the place. If you book a private room or twin room, then I expect you'll be fine. 3/5 stars. Location: 15-20 min walk into town. Secluded and away from all the fun, but they have a free shuttle running to and from the city. The weather is nice and I have working legs so I always walked it. 3/5 Despite all of the shitty sides of this hostel, I still loved it because of the people, the vibes, activities/events, and the impromptu music sessions. You can always get a cleaner hostel that's closer to town, anywhere else, but you can't get an experience like this place. So go here anyway and enjoy it! That's why I give it a 4/5 stars. You have the honest review!

This place felt a lot more like a caravan park than a resort, namely because it was basically made…read moreup entirely of transportable huts. That wasn't necessarily a bad thing though because those huts were actually really nice, and quite comfortable as well, not to mention warm (which does tend to be an important factor for me). The grounds are actually quite large, in fact so large that they have golf buggies to take you to your rooms. There is even a swimming pool, not that I actually ever use them. Oh, and it is pretty close to most of the happing places in Byron as well, so that's also a bonus. I probably should also mention that you also get a pretty good value for your money as well.

We stayed in a private cabin for a week during down season (start of winter) and it was VERY…read moreoverpriced. The cabin had ants, and no screen for the sliding (only) door. A 'good' price for the area, but these facilities are really in need of an update.

I really don't know how I haven't posted a review of this place. I thought I had. After leaving…read moreanother place in the area that was gross and disgusting I walked into this hotel and was so pleasantly surprised. It took me days to even realize it's a backpackers hotel. The place is so clean and chic with great amenities, one would never know! The rooms are great here although wouldn't recommend getting a basic room especially for 2 as they are very small. I got an upgraded room and it was white all over with a massive bathroom and rain fall shower, the pressure was to die for . It even had a tiny balcony which I enjoyed for my morning coffees. They have a communal kitchen that is kept immaculately even has L'occitane soap to wash your dishes. Complete kitchen and grill to cook with a fridge for storage. There's laundry, and a small lap pool great for dips as Byron Bay is quite humid. There also is room service, which is why it I thought it was a regular hotel. Free coffee and tea and filtered water. What else can one ask for? Yes its a little more expensive than some of the other places in the area but it's worth it.

Exceptionally well set out. Friendly service and a great experience. I stayed here for only one…read morenight, and admittedly the previous night I had been camping so perhaps the clean white sheets and modern setting biased me to feel more kindly and less critical. There are three houses on the property, and a number of rooms in each (eight in the one I stayed in). Each house is very modern with a kitchen, dining areas, BBQ, etc. Ideally you would come here with a family for a birthday or something like that, but even from my experience it was worth heading back to.

We picked this place to stay at due to the accommodation is perfect for what we wanted for one…read morenight stay and to spend a lovely night with our daughter Maggie. The amenities are top-notch, the showers are fantastic with a modern euro style wand as well. The place is so clean, bright and fresh. The breakfast room appeals to everyone, fresh fruit, cereals, gluten-free bread and all sorts of coffee pod options, it's well stocked. The pools are clean, beautiful & and perfect temperature. The laundry is just amazing so for me it's a 10 out of 10 and will be back. Thank you so much for accommodating us at such short notice, nothing was too difficult and the service was completely refreshing and extremely friendly. Aloha!

This farmstay is a gem in Mullabimby! Run by a wonderful family, we were so grateful to gain a spot…read morewhen torrential, flash-flood levels of rain put a hold on our camping plans and everywhere was booked at Byron Bay. Our 2 bedroom space was so clean and spacious, with a full sized kitchen. We even got to meet multiple cows the next day. :) Recommend!

The staff are friendly and accommodating. The hostel is on beautiful grounds with hammocks, a…read moreswimming pool, billiards, and several seating areas among picturesque surroundings. Affordable options for those who want to camp on the grounds and use the facilities. I recommend a stay to anyone visiting Nimbin - backpackers and otherwise.

If this is supposed to be a great hostel in Byron Bay, I'd hate to see the others. While the night…read moreI spent here wasn't the worst, I wasn't exactly stoked by the lack of A/C, the lack of power outlets, and the lack of a super comfortable bed. Great staff here, though, as they were friendly and found me a room when the Internet said they were sold out.

This was one of the best hostels that I've ever stayed at! The staff make you feel right at home…read moreand there's always a party going on in Byron Bay. At night there are always people drinking at the tables near the kitchen area so it's easy to talk to new people. I stayed in the apartment rooms which are a bit quieter and consist of two 4-bed dorms with private bathroom and kitchen. I found this to be a great deal considering the price even if you decide not to go out at all. Hostel is also close to restaurants in the area and the Woolworths grocery shore, which is convenient. The bottle shop can be found near the grocery store if going for a quick beer run or whatever.