By Ange Khoudair
If you're craving a wholesome weekend away filled with sun and surf, look no further than Byron Bay. With its chic coastal vibe and beautiful beaches it's a wonderful destination for slipping into a holiday rhythm.
Once renowned for its Hippie energy, the Northern Rivers (surrounding areas to Byron Bay), located on traditional lands of the Bundjalung Nation has been used as a sacred healing ground for tens of thousands of years, Aboriginal elders say.
The town centre is bustling with a variety of top-notch food and drink hotspots, great coffee and shopping meccas. Paired with stunning nature and beautiful coastline, once you have settled in the allure of Byron Bay will have you hooked. We have summarised the perfect guide to help you plan an ultimate Byron Bay escape, including the accommodation we want to keep going back to.
Photo by Carlo Obrien
Where to Stay
Just moments from town, tucked away in a stunning private sanctuary and just moments away from Main beach is luxury hotel 28 Degrees.
From the minute you enter the leafy adorned front door, you will find a quiet paradise. For anyone looking to experience a lifestyle reset, 28 Degrees is a must stay. The staff provide great service and it feels immediately like a home away from home.
Days at 28 Degrees allow you to truly switch off. Take a free bicycle hire into town for a delicious bite to eat, sip champagne in your private plunge pool (available in the plunge pool rooms), or simply curl up in the garden with a good book.
Each room at 28 Degrees is carefully curated as a quaint slice of heaven. Right down to the finer details such as Organic bed linen, local beeswax candles and carefully prepared wholefood breakfast options. There is also a mineral rich Grander water system which runs throughout the hotel showers, pools and drinking water. If you want to visit with a group of friends, there is the option to book out the whole house which sleeps six.
Debbie Garske owner of 28 Degrees, vowed to build the accommodation with conscious intention as her biggest priority. Using only local architects, builders and sustainable materials no stone has been left unturned. It's a stay not to go past and you will know what we mean when you arrive.
Where to Eat
For breakfast and good coffee
High life - one of the most wholesome cafes in Byron Bay, everything on the menu is divine. The smell of freshly baked croissants every morning is enough to make you fall in love and they use house made nut milks. Open Monday through Friday from 6am.
The Farm A selection of producers and Three Blue Ducks restaurant situated on an 80-acre working farm is what you will find at The Farm in Ewingsdale. It is a place to connect with community, rest, eat beautifully sourced food and enjoy the earth on which you stand.
Bayleaf Cafe Some of the best coffee in Byron Bay and perfect rest stop moments away from 28 Degrees. If you're visiting for lunch, the Bayleaf Aussie burger is a failsafe choice.
For Dinner
Moonlight Hibachi Grill & Wine Bar If delighting your tastebuds with a unique menu is your thing, look no further than Moonlight. The cocktails are divine and the watermelon sashimi will blow your mind.
Karkalla Head chef and proud Bundjalung woman of the Widjabul Wia-bul clan Mindy Woods has curated a beautiful menu to reflect locally sourced produce and native indigenous ingredients. A dinner visit is a truly special experience from start to finish.
Tokyo Doll Whether you're feeling takeaway or dine in, this is hands down the best Sushi spot in town.
What to Do
Banya Bathhouse - Located in the heart of Mullumbimby just outside of town, Banya Bathhouse takes pampering to a whole new level! Enjoy a lap pool, wood fired sauna, steam room and cold plunge. Stay for a massage , lunch and a few drinks and leave feeling revived.
The Pass Located at the east point of Main Beach, The Pass is a heavenly more secluded beach to enjoy swimming or go for a surf. It is more inland meaning it is slightly more protected and it is just bliss on a warm summer's day. 20 minutes walk along the coastline from Main Beach.
Waterfalls The perfect day trip from town is Minyon Waterfalls at just a 45-minute drive. Literally feel like you are washing away your worries letting the water cascade over you. The falls are located in the World Heritage-listed Gondwana rainforest.
Photo by Max Ravier
Where to Shop
Local boutiques In town you will find some of the best local and premium labels -Rowie, Mimosa jewellery, Venroy, Nagnata, Summi Summi and Deji Studios to name just a few. Enjoy breakfast at 28 Degrees, head for a morning dip and spend the day browsing some of these divine designer collections.
If this isn't the ultimate Byron Bay inspiration - we don't know what is!
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