Arts Factory Lodge by Nomads - Byron Bay, New South Wales

Arts Factory Lodge by Nomads

Located in the beautiful Byron Bay, Australia, Arts Factory Lodge by Nomads offers a unique and vibrant hostel experience for travelers seeking a memorable stay. With its convenient location at 1 Skinners Shoot Rd, Byron Bay NSW 2481, Australia, and easily accessible via phone at 266857709, this Lodge is the perfect base for exploring the area's many attractions.

Specialties: As part of the Nomads World network, Arts Factory Lodge specializes in providing both hostel accommodations and travel agency services to cater to the diverse needs of its guests. With a strong focus on creating a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere, the Lodge is also known for being an LGBTQ+ friendly establishment.

To provide a comprehensive overview of Arts Factory Lodge by Nomads, it is essential to consider the opinions of those who have experienced the services firsthand. With a total of 1488 reviews on Google My Business, the Lodge boasts an impressive 4.3/5 average rating, reflecting its commitment to providing high-quality accommodations and exceptional customer service.

Guests of Arts Factory Lodge can expect a range of amenities and services designed to enhance their stay, including a communal kitchen, laundry facilities, and a relaxed common area perfect for socializing. The friendly and helpful staff are always on hand to offer recommendations and assistance, ensuring that every guest feels at home during their time at the Lodge.

For those interested in exploring the local area, Byron Bay offers a wealth of cultural, recreational, and natural attractions. From the famous Cape Byron Lighthouse to the stunning beaches and lush national parks, there is something for everyone to enjoy. With its unbeatable location and dedication to creating a welcoming environment, Arts Factory Lodge by Nomads is the ideal choice for any traveler visiting the beautiful Byron Bay region.

For more information or to book your stay, visit the Arts Factory Lodge by Nomads website at nomadsworld.com.

👍 Reviews of Arts Factory Lodge by Nomads

Joelle L.

3/5

After reading all the reviews about the filth in the common areas, I was skeptical. However, everything turned out better than expected. We stayed in a private room/tent by the lake, which had a welcome swampy smell, but that didn't detract from the cozy and slightly festival-like atmosphere. Everything was very relaxed, and everyone went their own way, but there were definitely social groups within the hostel. The bar and the tacos are highly recommended, especially during happy hour. Overall, I didn't feel like I fit in with the hostel's target audience and I did feel a real sense of social pressure to interact. Which did happen, but I really came to visit Byron Bay, not just to make friends in a hostel. Overall, my stay was absolutely fine!

ebonya2

I I absolutely loved my time at the Arts Factory, Byron Bay! ||The vibe is incredible, it feels like you are at a resort with a backpackers budget. There is always so much going on from Talent Shows, Trivia nights, Karaoke ect. The cafe food is amazing, the garden bar has cheap drinks. ||Everytime I came back to the hostel it felt relaxing and exciting. ||It was also very close to the bus station and town, about a 10-15 minute walk. ||I stayed in the pentagon tent so if you are looking at staying there it would be good to know these things: ||- You need ear plugs!! It is very loud and hard to sleep as you are right next to the walkway to the camp site and there are usually parties there ( You're in a tent, not a closed room here).||- It is FREEZING at night as there isn't insulation and the hostel gives light blankets. The girls in our room wanted extra blankets so went to the reception at 3 am to get blankets and they said they just gave the last one out. I think you guys could get warmer bedding to make the stay more comfortable. ||I understand why a lot of the reviews say that the hostel is dirty, however I saw them constantly cleaning. The kitchen is constantly dirty with food, but it's because there are no cloths that people can clean up after themselves and honestly, guests there were just not super clean or respectful of being tidy in the kitchen. I saw staff clean twice a day, every day in the kitchen and I also saw them clean the bathrooms often. ||I found it easy to make friends and socialise here 🙂

Jonas F.

5/5

I really enjoyed my stay at this hostel. First of all, I was positively surprised by the shuttle service from the bus stop to the hostel. The entire area feels like a festival — with tall palm trees, a natural pond, hammocks, a beach volleyball court, and a pool… it has everything young people need to have a great time. I especially want to highlight the café, which serves barista-quality coffee. Everyone is super friendly! A special shout-out to Nicole at reception, who warmly greeted me with a “Hey darling” during both check-in and check-out.

Ona D.

4/5

Great hostel I would recommend bringing a a bag you can close, someone stole my cereals and they were in my bag. However it’s very cozy pretty clean. Bring cups to drink, you can hire some but they didn’t have any left. The location is really good, it’s about a 10-15min walk to the center.

136louisw

Arts Factory Lodge. I’d like to lodge a complaint. The positives, the bathroom was serviceable, and we got early check in and all the staff were really lovely. That’s where it ends. We booked the twin room so that we could get some rest and recuperation. We were wrong. It wasn’t a room, it was tent, a tent with mould and lots of it. There was no rest and recuperation because some tool would be playing bongos or wonderwall on the guitar at any and all hours. In addition to sharing a room with mould and all that racket, the hostel kitchen was war torn. I kid you not we opened the microwave and fruit flies flew out like bats in Dracula’s castle. It was dystopian. I made one meal in that kitchen and feared for my safety afterwards. Also the hostel was quickly dubbed farts factory lodge due to the sulphur smell from the soil that the fountains spread around the island accommodation, I’m sure it’s not bad in the shared rooms but unfortunately for us we weren’t staying there. This whole hostel could do with bombing and then building back up from scratch, Infact it would be cleaner and more hospitable as rubble. The worst hostel I’ve ever stayed in and if you stay here, Godspeed solider.

Florian M.

5/5

The best hostel I've been in so far in Australia. The vibe was amazing out there as everyone was talking to each other, playing beach volley or playing an instrument. The room was clean as the bathroom.

Alberto M.

5/5

This is my second time staying at this hostel, and both visits have been amazing. The vibes here are simply unbeatable. there's something truly special about this place. It's such a joy to spend a holiday fully immersed in nature, surrounded by great people from all over the world.
The location is fantastic, and getting to the city is just a short and easy walk. I especially love how relaxed and easygoing everyone is here. It's honestly the perfect place to unplug and recharge if you're looking for a detox from the stress of work or city life.
Also, a special shout-out to the blonde guy with dreadlocks at the reception, he was super helpful and professional throughout my stay.
I can't wait to come back and make even more international friends!
Thank you Art Factory

Leo

2/5

We were quite disappointed with our stay. The kitchen was in a consistently poor state—dirty at all hours and, frankly, felt unusable. Birds were frequently inside, eating food left out due to guests not closing the doors properly.
The bathrooms also left a lot to be desired. On three separate occasions, we had to take cold showers because there was no hot water available.
Evenings in the communal areas were unpleasant due to the persistent smell of weed throughout the hostel, despite clear no-smoking signs. Additionally, the beds were only supplied with a sheet, which left us cold and waking up during the night.
There’s no WiFi available in the rooms, so we had to go to the communal areas just to use our phones. Unfortunately, those spaces were often noisy late into the night, with other guests playing loud musical instruments—again, despite posted quiet hours starting at 10 p.m.
We paid over $300 for our stay and definitely did not feel it was worth the cost.
To be clear, we’re open-minded and respectful of different lifestyles and cultures, but when sharing communal spaces, basic cleanliness and courtesy should be expected.
On a positive note, the staff were very kind and did their best despite the overall condition of the facilities.