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Aquarius Backpackers Motel vs Elements of Byron

Aquarius Backpackers Motel and Elements of Byron are both rated highly by expert reviewers. On balance, Elements of Byron scores significantly higher than Aquarius Backpackers Motel. Elements of Byron comes in at #3 in Byron Bay with approval from 3 reviewers including Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Mr & Mrs Smith.

Aquarius Backpackers Motel
Aquarius Backpackers Motel
7 / 10
16 Lawson St, Byron Bay, New South Wales 2481
From $0 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Laundy Room
  • Restaurant
  • Pool
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"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
Elements of Byron
Elements of Byron
8 / 10
144 Bayshore Drive, Byron Bay, New South Wales 2481, Australia
From $220 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Concierge
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Split-level villas are spacious, tasteful and soothing. The main pavilion, pool and restaurant have a relaxed, almost ironic Australian glamour." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"Australia’s newest beach resort combines impeccable environmental credentials with a lavish dose of bling." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith Mr & Mrs Smith
"Adventurers, explorers and waterbabies of all sizes: prepare to fall hook, line and sinker for family-friendly Elements of Byron Bay, in beachy, outdoorsy New South Wales." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Behind 2km of Belongil dunes, with its own section of sand, Byron's biggest resort is home to over 200 private villas nestled in coastal bushland" Full review