Ideal Byron Bay stays for families: Comfort and adventure in paradise await
Looking for a family escape in Byron Bay? Dive into our selection of family accommodations where comfort meets adventure for all ages.
The jewel of the NSW North Coast is undoubtedly Byron Bay. From its laid-back vibe to exciting outdoor activities, gorgeous beaches, a lush green hinterland and the chance of a Hemsworth sighting … what’s not to love?
Your family will love checking out the local markets, fun parks, eclectic shops and finding hidden spots that are pure paradise. But where oh where will you stay?
Secure your dream family holiday with the best Byron Bay accommodation for families. Enjoy stunning views and family-friendly amenities at any one of the options below.
From camping and clamping, to resort life with Kids Clubs or your very own airbnb, there’s sure to be just what you are looking for in this selection off Byron Bay accomodation.
Best family-friendly resorts in Byron Bay
Beach Suites Byron Bay
20 Bays St, Byron Bay NSW 2481
Beach Suites Byron Bay offers luxury beachside stays just steps from the main beach. With 10 studio suites and four penthouse apartments, it’s the perfect getaway spot.
For a truly unforgettable stay, book a two- or three-bedroom Penthouse apartment. These feature massive decks, ocean views, a rooftop lap pool and a spa bath.
Resort facilities:
- 10 studio suites and four penthouse apartments with living spaces and well-appointed kitchenettes
- Daily servicing
- Secure undercover parking
- Tesla car chargers for guest use
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Private garden patio with BBQ
- Private pool (in Penthouse and selected beachfront studios)
- Complimentary guest laundry
- Complimentary beach items incl. sand toys, chairs and umbrellas
- Complimentary bikes
- Pet friendly
Scroll down to read our full review of Beach Suites Byron Bay.
Elements of Byron
144 Bayshore Dr, Byron Bay NSW 2481
If you’re thinking about a holiday with kids in Byron, there’s an endless array of fantastic family experiences to be had at Elements of Byron, the award-winning beachfront resort.
Resort facilities:
- School holiday Kids CLub
- Central Lagoon Pool
- Adults Exclusive Pool
- Beach Lounge
- Byron Bay Train
- Osprey Spa
- Horse Ranch
- Fairy Trail
- Kids Playground
- Walking Trails
- Outdoor Games
- Electric Vehicle Charger
- Gym
Byron Beachcomber Resort
23-25 Shirley St, Byron Bay NSW 2481
Byron Beachcomber offers a selection of fully furnished, self-catering Studio and 1 Bedroom holiday apartments in the heart of Byron Bay. Located just steps away from beautiful Belongil Beach, and a short 5 minute walk to the centre of town, Byron Beachcomber provides a stress-free setting for your Byron Bay family holiday.
Resort features:
- Relax by the Pool Tropical salt-water pool and heated spa
- Covered BBQ area with seating
- FREE secure underground carpark
- FREE Wi-Fi
- Onsite laundry services
- Lift access
Crystalbrook Byron
77/97 Broken Head Rd, Byron Bay NSW 2481
Nestled in 45-acres of magical subtropical rainforest, Crystalbrook Byron is a celebration of nature, responsible luxury accommodation and the local environment.
Resort features:
- Swimming pool Eléme Day Spa
- Infrared sauna
- Forest signature dining and bar experience
- In-suite dining
- Daily yoga
- Complimentary Wi-Fi in all public and in-room areas
- Fitness centre open daily from 6:00am to 9:00pm
- Complimentary parking (limited spaces)
- Tesla charging stations
- Complimentary resort shuttle at 10:30am, 1:30pm and at 5:30pm (reservations required)
- Complimentary eco-transport (aka bikes)
- Concierge (Experience Curators)
- Resort Boutique
Best caravan parks and camping stays in Byron Bay
Discovery Parks – Byron Bay
399 Ewingsdale Rd, Byron Bay NSW 2481
From camping to glamping and much more, Discovery Parks – Byron Bay has a variety of accommodation styles to suit your needs and the location is fantastic!
Park features:
- BBQ
- Bouncing Pillow
- Cafe
- Camp Kitchen
- Camping Sites
- Conference Facilities
- Dump Point
- Family Bathroom
- Hire Equipment
- Kids Facilities
- Laundry
- Sports Facilities
- Swimming Pool
- Waterpark
Reflections – Byron Bay Holiday Park
1 Lighthouse Road, Byron Bay NSW 2481
Situated perfectly, with direct access to one of the most photographed beaches in Australia, and just an easy 10-minute walk into the main drag of Byron Bay, Reflections Holiday Parks Byron Bay Holiday Park is ideal for families.
The modern self-contained cabins ensure that everything you need is on hand, and for campers the park offers plenty of facilities to make your stay comfortable, including:
- Laundry
- Children’s Playground Facilities
- Camp Kitchen
- BBQ Area
Read our review of Reflections – Byron Bay Holiday Park
Ingenia Holidays Byron Bay
5-37 Broken Head Road Byron Bay NSW 2481
Byron’s largest accommodation provider (with 170 campsites and 61 cabins, – 1 king pod, Figtree House and 6 Belle Tents), there’s no shortage of space or style! Located just a five-minute drive out of downtown Byron on beautiful Tallows Beach.
You won’t just share the park with human neighbours; it’s not uncommon to spot wallabies, echidnas, koalas, native birds and even whales during migration season.
Park features:
- Jump Pad
- Restaurant or Cafe
- Swimming Pool
- WiFi (fee may apply)
- Ball Court
- Games Room
- Glamping
- Cabins
- Playground
- Camp Kitchen
- BBQ Facilities
- Laundry Facilities
- Dump Point
First Sun Caravan Park
Lawson Street, Byron Bay NSW 2481
Park features:
First Sun Holiday Park is located directly on the beach of beautiful Byron Bay. No need for cars, all the good stuff is walkable! Choose from self-contained cabins, lodges, huts, powered and unpowered caravan sites and a shady camp area.
- A modern camp kitchen
- An outdoor dining area
- Free BBQs
- An undercover dining area
- Easy access amenities
- Laundry and dryer facilities
- Modern dump point
- Free Wifi
- Essentials kiosk
- Private beach access
- Surfboard and bike Hire
Glen Villa Resort
80-86 Butler Street, Byron Bay NSW 2481
Sprawled over 14-spacious acres, Glen Villa is close to the beach and even closer to town. At this ‘hideaway resort’ the emphasis is on peace and relaxation, not partying. Walk just 350metres to the centre of this iconic coastal Aussie town, or 500metres and you’re at Byron’s magnificent Main Beach.
Park features:
- Free WIFI
- Swimming Pool
- Native Wildlife
- Washers & Dryers
- Unpowered Sites
- Powered Sites
- Large Caravan Sites
- Serviced Amenities
- Camp Kitchen
- BBQ Area
- Fun & Affordable Huts
- Cabins & Villas
Best family-friendly Airbnb stays in Byron Bay
Beach View Central – 2 Bed Apartment
Byron Pacific Apartments is ideally located directly opposite Clarke’s Beach. Set in tropical gardens, enjoy a northerly aspect to the ocean. A pleasant 5-minute stroll along the esplanade will take you to the centre of Byron Bay.
Relax in this spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom, apartment at Byron Pacific Apartments – right across the road from Clarke’s Beach. As far as locations go, this cannot be beaten!
Outrigger Bay – 2 Bedroom Unit
Beautifully decorated, 10 fully self contained 2 bedroom apartments, just a short stroll to the heart of Byron Bay and Direct Beach Access.
The apartments are spacious with kitchens that are fully equipped with all modern conveniences including Free WiFi, dishwasher, microwave, fridge and freezer and each apartment has its own laundry with automatic washing machine and dryer.
Byron Beach Shack
Byron beach shack
This original fisherman’s cottage is located only a few minutes walk to belongil beach and a short stroll along the water to Byron cbd. Clean and tidy, air conditioning in living spaces and 2 bedrooms. Perfect for a beach holiday! This is a true beach shack – please make sure this is taken into account when booking!
Beach Suites Byron Bay review: An escape that caters for kids – and parents too
Skye Swan and her family stayed at Beach Suites Byron Bay and found that travelling with little ones doesn’t have to be difficult.
What distinguishes a normal hotel from a kid-friendly one? It’s in the little touches that parents appreciate the most.
Think a guest laundry and willing staff to help you get through the never-ending pile, sand toys and umbrellas to use at the beach, pushbikes of all sizes so you can easily get around to see the sights, and a full-sized coffee machine with real milk from a local dairy.
At Beach Suites Byron Bay, General Manager Helen has thought of everything you might need – plus some! – to ensure your stay with children is as enjoyable and easy as can be.
“We try to be the one percenters – always providing the little extras,” she told us. “It’s so easy to do and adds to the overall experience for our guests. I’m quite particular with what I want from a hotel so those are the kinds of things I’ve introduced here. I also had three kids under three at one point so I understand what parents need. The only extra thing you pay for here is the mini-bar and we price that really reasonably.”
Stay a stone’s throw from the beach and shops
Beach Suites Byron Bay has been providing luxury beachside accommodation with exceptional service to travellers for many years. There are 10 studio suites and four penthouse apartments, all located a stone’s throw from Main Beach.
The Garden Studios are incredibly spacious, with one thoughtfully configured for disable use and another with an extra bedroom. Then there are the Beachfront Studios. Most of these have a private plunge pool to enjoy.
Our pick though, if you really want a stay to remember, is to book one of the four Penthouse apartments. There are two-bed and three-bed suites available, each with a huge deck, ocean views, a rooftop lap pool, laundrette and a spa bath.
Here’s a hot tip. Tee up a fruit-filled breakfast box from The Luxury Table (just chat to the team at reception to help organise it), climb the stairs to the heated rooftop pool, and spend some of the early hours soaking up the morning sun. Slip in and out of the warm pool water while you chow down on fresh fruit and pastries, all the while taking in the stunning view of Julian Rocks out to sea. If you’re lucky you might even spy a whale like we did during our early October travels.
All rooms have a barbecue and kitchenette facilities with a full-sized fridge and freezer. This makes it easy for those days when eating in and putting the kids to bed early sounds more appealing than going out to a restaurant.
If you do decide to venture out though, you’re walking distance from the main strip of eating places and shops. And boy, does Byron Bay have plenty to choose from. According to locals, current top picks include Bang Bang and The Cyprus Tree. Then for morning coffee and pastries, Sunday Sustainable Bakery is the go-to. Be warned though, it gets very busy so get there early.
Beach Suites Byron Bay is pet friendly too
In addition to being a family friendly accommodation option, guests can also bring their furry friends. Dogs all get a beautiful big soft bed and blanket, dog bowls and a feeding mat to use, plus some locally made doggy treats to top things off.
A sustainable approach
If you know anything about Byron Bay, you’ll know that locals embrace environmental sustainability. Beach Suites Byron Bay does too. You’ll find reusable coffee cups in your room, two Tesla car charges in the carpark, and pushbikes and helmets to help you get around. “We even had a little girl learn to ride for the first at Beach Suites,” Helen told us enthusiastically.
The team loves to support local businesses where it can too. There’s Zentveld’s coffee beans from the Hinterland to use in your room, Byron Bay Cookie Company treats in the cupboard, and Brookfarm macadamias and muesli on the kitchen countertop. Even the milk in the fridge is locally sourced. According to Helen, “the area is amazing for food – it’s like a big salad bowl with all the volcanic soil in the hinterland.”
A day out in Byron Bay
There are plenty of activities for families to do in Byron Bay:
- The walk to Cape Byron Lighthouse is iconic. Start the day early to avoid some of the busyness – and be prepared to sweat. It is pram accessible but some patches are pretty bumpy and steep. Our toddler slept through the hard slog in the pram, waking up at the top to enjoy the uninterrupted views of the northern NSW coastline. Lucky kid!
- Jump aboard the solar-powered Byron Bay Train at the Byron Town Centre stop. The 1949 heritage train has been beautifully restored and is a world first, using only the sun’s energy to power it. Once you arrive at your destination, North Beach, enjoy a meal at North Byron Hotel or walk 15 minutes to Stone and Wood Brewery.
- Spend a morning playing on the sand and frolicking in the sea. Main Beach is just across the road from Beach Suites Byron Bay so you can easily duck back to your accommodation at any time. Ask the hotel’s reception for some sand toys, beach umbrellas and chairs to borrow, then stroll over and soak up the sun.
- Borrow some bikes and ride the seven kilometres from Beach Suites Byron Bay to The Farm. This is a great spot for the kids to explore with lots of space to run around and animals to meet. Book a picnic basket if your kids can’t ever sit still, or dine in at Three Blue Ducks which has a paddock-to-plate ethos.
More than a hotel, it’s an experience
At Beach Suites Byron Bay, it’s the little touches that make all the difference. You can even take the scent of your holiday home with you to let the experience linger a little longer. Purchase a candle in the hotel’s signature scent (a delicious sweet coconut and lime aroma) or buy full-size versions of the hair and skin care products you’ve been using throughout your stay.
If your little one falls in love with the teddy bear sitting in your room, they’re welcome to take that home with them too.
“At Beach Suites, we offer more than a hotel,” Helen comments. “Our staff are ambassadors for the region; it’s all about creating an amazing experience for our guests.”
