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Aquarius Backpackers Motel

16 Lawson St, New South Wales 2481, Australia
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4.0 of 5 stars 47 Reviews
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Bristol, United Kingdom
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2012

We booked here as they was literally no where else. Staff pleasant enough,apart from girl who picked us up, she had some attitude! Room was fine, very spacious, ensuite. Location was very good. Kitchen big. No issues really, Byron is pricey, bit of a party place, full of party goers, so if you like sleep, try somewhere else.

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Newcastle, Australia
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

It was the easter long weekend, the bluesfest and it was Byron Bay so accommodation was going to be tough to find and expensive at best. My resourceful wife found this late and for what we paid, compared with what others were getting, it was a bargain even if it was a backpackers. The rooms were basic, reasonably clean, the... More

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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012

Had a great stay here. Staff were really helpful and friendly. They have a travel desk which made booking tours really easy. Its really close to the beach and all the action in town. They have "free dinners" each night, all you have to do is purchase a drink, show your voucher after 7pm and they offer you a free... More

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Milan, Italy
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2012 via mobile

at first sight i thought "just another party hostel" then i realized that it's a great place to stay and a good deal. It's clean, tidy, nice and new facilities, good position (just five min from the beach and the centre) and good service! They have a courtesy bus to everywhere in town, they let you stay in the hostel... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2012 via mobile

We arrived in Byron at 9pm on the Greyhound, Aquaruis were meant to be there to pick us up but were not! So after funding our way from a map in lonely planet, we eventually arrived to be greeted by a chirpy security man! They have then in from 9pm every night apparently. Our double room (F2) was very small... More

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Perth, Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 March 2012 via mobile

There was only the two of us , but we decided to go wild and go for a one bed apartment . Very roomy , small kitchen area , great bathroom and a decent size balcony !! What more could you ask for . The room was older , but clean and nice and large. So far so good .... More

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sydney
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2012 via mobile

Great staff, busy hostel. Has lots going on with bar onsite. Free meals every night was a bonus! Close to town, beach and bus stop!

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Brisbane, Australia
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 December 2011

Great hostel. Activities on every night, a free walking tour on the Tuesday, big kitchen with plenty of equipment, prizes to be won and a free dinner every night (as long as you buy a drink). Cheap local beer and close to the beach and bars/clubs. The staff were helpful and friendly. Spacious dorms with balcony, only downside was one... More

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Warsaw, Poland
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 December 2011
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We stayed there for two nights in the "motel" part of the building. The room was terrible - claustophobic, small with smelly wodden walls and dusty fitted carpet. With a small dusty fan in the corner. Terrible! The "motel" is more expensive but is has nothing to do with better accomodation. It's much worse than the hostel section, still more... More

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Senior Reviewer
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 December 2011

Really enjoyed my stay here, the bar and restaurant were great it's the perfect place to meet other backpackers. Staff are really helpful and it's very clean. The only thing I didn't like was the ensuite bathroom, one toilet and shower between 10 people isn't enough!

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