Byron Bay travel guide
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You're Going to Love Byron Bay
With a population of 6,764, Byron Bay is a must-see destination in New South Wales, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Byron Bay to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Byron Bay
If you’re looking for affordable options, No Bones Byron Bay (11 Fletcher Street) and St Elmo - Byron Bay (Cnr Fletcher St and Lawson Ln) are great picks.
When to visit Byron Bay
How to Get to Byron Bay
Plane
When flying to Byron Bay, you’ll arrive at Ballina Byron (BNK), which is located 22 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Byron Bay from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 49h 10m.
Car
Another option to get to Byron Bay is to pick up a car hire from Coolangatta, which is about 53 km from Byron Bay. You’ll find branches of Apex and Europcar, among others, in Coolangatta.
Airlines serving Byron Bay
Where to stay in Byron Bay
From 5-star hotels such as the Elements of Byron to great affordable options like the The Lord Byron, Byron Bay offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around RM 841 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 1,445 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Surf House and Aquarius Backpacker Resort.
Where to stay in popular areas of Byron Bay
Most booked hotels in Byron Bay
Hiring a car in Byron Bay
Expect to pay RM 5.40 per litre in Byron Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 64.75 and RM 86.33. The most frequently booked car type in Byron Bay is Mini (Kia Carnival or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Luxury car hire (Tesla Model Y or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.