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. Byron Bay deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
If you’re looking for affordable options, St Elmo - Byron Bay (Cnr Fletcher St and Lawson Ln) and No Bones Byron Bay (11 Fletcher Street) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Karkalla (10/8 Fletcher St) and Barrio Byron Bay (1 Porter St) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Byron Bay.
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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 33h 40m.
Another option to get to Byron Bay is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 143 km from Byron Bay. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Simba Car Hire, among others, in Brisbane.
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 C$ 295 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 454 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Surf House and Aquarius Backpacker Resort.