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Aquarius Backpackers MotelvsRaes on Wategos
Both hotels are rated very highly by expert writers. Overall, Rae's on Wategos ranks significantly better than Aquarius Backpackers Motel. Rae's on Wategos is ranked #4 in Byron Bay with endorsements from 3 publications such as Fodor's, Travel + Leisure and The Telegraph.
Aquarius Backpackers Motel
Lonely Planet
16 Lawson St, Byron Bay, New South Wales 2481
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Pool
Lonely Planet "This motel-style backpackers across the road from the beach has a resort vibe with plenty of communal space – including a bar with a pool table and ping pong." Full review
Raes on Wategos
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
The Telegraph
8 Marine Parade, Wategos Beach, Byron Bay, New South Wales 2481
From $0/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Fodor's "If a high-design boutique hotel is your cup of tea, you'd be hard-pressed to do better than this luxurious Mediterranean-style villa surrounded by a tropical garden." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Located on Watego Beach and surrounded by Cape Byron Headland Nature Reserve, this pink Mediterranean-style hotel is more like a luxury guesthouse." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"This Spanish Mission-style hotel is set in bohemian Byron Bay, above one of Australia’s most beautiful beaches and amidst gardens that are said to have been designed by Salvador Dalí." Full review
