Chelsea’s guidebook
Bars & Pubs
Very popular among tourists and great for a casual beer, live music, and a view over the ocean at Main Beach
Beach Hotel, Byron Bay
Very popular among tourists and great for a casual beer, live music, and a view over the ocean at Main Beach
A new Parisian-inspired, natural wine focused restaurant and bar, dishing out a snack-heavy, wine-friendly menu from chef Ollie Wong-Hee (previously Ester, Sixpenny and Franklin).
Bar Heather
A new Parisian-inspired, natural wine focused restaurant and bar, dishing out a snack-heavy, wine-friendly menu from chef Ollie Wong-Hee (previously Ester, Sixpenny and Franklin).
A cultural venue providing an all round dining experience
with a seasonal menu and cocktails influenced by Latin heritage and culture. Expect local & international music inspired by the decadent nights of places such as Ibiza, Mykonos or Tulum.
Casa Luna
A cultural venue providing an all round dining experience
with a seasonal menu and cocktails influenced by Latin heritage and culture. Expect local & international music inspired by the decadent nights of places such as Ibiza, Mykonos or Tulum.
Experience Byron Bay’s newest rooftop cocktail bar, nestled in the heart of Marvell St. You can expect enticing and elaborate cocktails crafted to perfection, served alongside our serene rooftop pool.
Hotel Marvell
Experience Byron Bay’s newest rooftop cocktail bar, nestled in the heart of Marvell St. You can expect enticing and elaborate cocktails crafted to perfection, served alongside our serene rooftop pool.
A reasonably new seaside venue with great cocktails and seasonal food. Perfect for a pre-dinner drink—Happy Hour starts at 4 pm.
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Loft Byron Bay
4 Jonson StA reasonably new seaside venue with great cocktails and seasonal food. Perfect for a pre-dinner drink—Happy Hour starts at 4 pm.
Recently refurbished and adored by locals, this charming rural pub is an absolute must while you’re in the area. Stop in for Sunday lunch, Tuesday night trivia, or to see local and international artists play in the beer garden. Worth arriving in time for sunset over the Hinterland.
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Eltham Pub
441 Eltham RdRecently refurbished and adored by locals, this charming rural pub is an absolute must while you’re in the area. Stop in for Sunday lunch, Tuesday night trivia, or to see local and international artists play in the beer garden. Worth arriving in time for sunset over the Hinterland.
For those looking for more of a party, Lovers Lane is a popular new addition to Byron’s late-night scene with great DJs on the bill regularly.
Lovers Lane
6 Lawson StreetFor those looking for more of a party, Lovers Lane is a popular new addition to Byron’s late-night scene with great DJs on the bill regularly.
Food scene
The perfect vantage point over the middle of town if you can snap up a table outside. We always aim for sunset!
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The Balcony Bar & Oyster Co.
3 Lawson StreetThe perfect vantage point over the middle of town if you can snap up a table outside. We always aim for sunset!
Located in the Habitat Precinct in the Arts & Industrial area, Barrio’s Middle Eastern-inspired food is complemented by architecturally designed interiors centering around a large wood-fired oven where everything is cooked over open flame or coal.
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Barrio
1 Porter StLocated in the Habitat Precinct in the Arts & Industrial area, Barrio’s Middle Eastern-inspired food is complemented by architecturally designed interiors centering around a large wood-fired oven where everything is cooked over open flame or coal.
Classic, fresh Italian food with an emphasis on local seafood from renowned restauranteur Maurice Terzini (Icebergs, Bondi) situated opposite Belongil Beach.
Belongil Beach Italian Food
33-35 Childe StreetClassic, fresh Italian food with an emphasis on local seafood from renowned restauranteur Maurice Terzini (Icebergs, Bondi) situated opposite Belongil Beach.
Helmed by local legends (who also own the Eltham Pub), brand new Ciao, Mate is a cozy Italian eatery nestled in charming Bangalow village, famous for its wood-fired sourdough pizzas and eclectic interiors. Note that you will need to book in advance to dine in here but the team does offer takeaway if you’re happy to wander down to the parklands to enjoy a sunset slice.
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Ciao, Mate!
33 Byron StreetHelmed by local legends (who also own the Eltham Pub), brand new Ciao, Mate is a cozy Italian eatery nestled in charming Bangalow village, famous for its wood-fired sourdough pizzas and eclectic interiors. Note that you will need to book in advance to dine in here but the team does offer takeaway if you’re happy to wander down to the parklands to enjoy a sunset slice.
Having been put on the map by the New York Times and undertaking recent renovations, Doma is arguably the centerpiece of Federal’s charming town with a lovely herb garden and a troupe of free-range chickens wandering the grounds. Offering modern (yet rustic) Japanese-Australian fusion, the cafe is beloved by locals who religiously make the scenic drive into the Hinterland for a ‘Mr. Koroke’ hand roll and an authentic matcha latte. Fortunately, the route to Federal traverses some of the most magnificent stretches of rolling Hinterland that the Northern Rivers has to offer—we highly recommend making the trip!
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Federal Doma Cafe
6 Albert streetHaving been put on the map by the New York Times and undertaking recent renovations, Doma is arguably the centerpiece of Federal’s charming town with a lovely herb garden and a troupe of free-range chickens wandering the grounds. Offering modern (yet rustic) Japanese-Australian fusion, the cafe is beloved by locals who religiously make the scenic drive into the Hinterland for a ‘Mr. Koroke’ hand roll and an authentic matcha latte. Fortunately, the route to Federal traverses some of the most magnificent stretches of rolling Hinterland that the Northern Rivers has to offer—we highly recommend making the trip!
An incredible long-lunch experience set just out of Bangalow on a picturesque working farm. Offering a communal-style feast on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, Frida’s is the ultimate foodie experience. The menu is seasonal and ever-changing, using only the best local produce. Book this one in advance as it is highly sought.
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FRIDA'S FIELD
76 Booyong RdAn incredible long-lunch experience set just out of Bangalow on a picturesque working farm. Offering a communal-style feast on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, Frida’s is the ultimate foodie experience. The menu is seasonal and ever-changing, using only the best local produce. Book this one in advance as it is highly sought.
A hidden Grecian gem reminiscent of a traditional village taverna, Kouzina is as charming as it is delicious. Located in the Arts & Industrial Estate.
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kouzina
1 Acacia StA hidden Grecian gem reminiscent of a traditional village taverna, Kouzina is as charming as it is delicious. Located in the Arts & Industrial Estate.
Would it be a Byron holiday without half a dozen oysters and an Aperol spritz at Raes? Expect to be catapulted to the Mediterranean both in a culinary sense and by virtue of the gorgeous architecture and interiors—not to mention sparkling ocean vistas over Wategos Beach. The Cellar Bar operates by walk-in only from midday to sunset, however, the dining room requires bookings in advance if you feel like treating yourself. You won’t be disappointed!
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Rae's on Wategos
6-8 Marine ParadeWould it be a Byron holiday without half a dozen oysters and an Aperol spritz at Raes? Expect to be catapulted to the Mediterranean both in a culinary sense and by virtue of the gorgeous architecture and interiors—not to mention sparkling ocean vistas over Wategos Beach. The Cellar Bar operates by walk-in only from midday to sunset, however, the dining room requires bookings in advance if you feel like treating yourself. You won’t be disappointed!
Set in Possum Creek’s old school house, the boys from The Hut work with local fishermen to offer the freshest Mediterranean seafood available. The rainforest outlook from the restaurant is sublime—keep your eye out for the resident koala! Bookings are a must as the dining room only operates Thursday - Sunday so tables do fill fast.
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The Hut Byron Bay
471 Friday Hut RoadSet in Possum Creek’s old school house, the boys from The Hut work with local fishermen to offer the freshest Mediterranean seafood available. The rainforest outlook from the restaurant is sublime—keep your eye out for the resident koala! Bookings are a must as the dining room only operates Thursday - Sunday so tables do fill fast.
Somewhat of an institution, ‘the Roadie’ is a popular local haunt just a stroll down Banglow road in Lily Pily. With an emphasis on high-quality, naturally-grown produce, the boys at the Roadie have got you sorted from breakfast through to dinner and their woodfired pizzas are the best in Byron (don’t go past the Purple Haze!). Head down on a Friday night if you’re in the mood for socialising—the cocktails are phenomenal.
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The Roadhouse Byron Bay
142 Bangalow RdSomewhat of an institution, ‘the Roadie’ is a popular local haunt just a stroll down Banglow road in Lily Pily. With an emphasis on high-quality, naturally-grown produce, the boys at the Roadie have got you sorted from breakfast through to dinner and their woodfired pizzas are the best in Byron (don’t go past the Purple Haze!). Head down on a Friday night if you’re in the mood for socialising—the cocktails are phenomenal.
A symbiosis of micro-businesses all echoing the same ethos around local, sustainable produce, The Farm is a must-visit during your stay. Set on 80 acres of working farm, the property is perfect for kids with plenty of animals, a playground, and the popular sunflower field for a cute snap. Grab a Portuguese tart from the bakery and take a wander through the Macadamia forest or dine in for an unforgettable hearty meal, noting that the Sunday Roast typically requires booking in advance.
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Three Blue Ducks in Byron
11 Ewingsdale RdA symbiosis of micro-businesses all echoing the same ethos around local, sustainable produce, The Farm is a must-visit during your stay. Set on 80 acres of working farm, the property is perfect for kids with plenty of animals, a playground, and the popular sunflower field for a cute snap. Grab a Portuguese tart from the bakery and take a wander through the Macadamia forest or dine in for an unforgettable hearty meal, noting that the Sunday Roast typically requires booking in advance.
Newly revamped restaurant that was originally created from a desire to bring a fun, modern Asian dining experience to the East Coast.
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Light Years - Byron Bay
139 Lawson StNewly revamped restaurant that was originally created from a desire to bring a fun, modern Asian dining experience to the East Coast.
Combining the leisurely ambiance of Byron Bay with the best of city dining, Pixie Food & Wine brings a modern coastal twist to traditional Italian cuisine.
Pixie Food & Wine
Combining the leisurely ambiance of Byron Bay with the best of city dining, Pixie Food & Wine brings a modern coastal twist to traditional Italian cuisine.
A highly anticipated restaurant at the new Hotel Marvell – Byron’s first five-star hotel. Led by chef Minh Le, the restaurant has a passion for seafood and plant-based cuisine, incorporating locally sourced ingredients from trusted suppliers.
Bonito
A highly anticipated restaurant at the new Hotel Marvell – Byron’s first five-star hotel. Led by chef Minh Le, the restaurant has a passion for seafood and plant-based cuisine, incorporating locally sourced ingredients from trusted suppliers.
Inspired by a love for bright, bold and flavourful food that leans into the intricate tapestry of the Middle East. The Smoking Camel brings a modern twist to traditional Levantine cuisine combining fast-moving flavours from Lebanon, Turkey, Israel and beyond.
The Smoking Camel
Inspired by a love for bright, bold and flavourful food that leans into the intricate tapestry of the Middle East. The Smoking Camel brings a modern twist to traditional Levantine cuisine combining fast-moving flavours from Lebanon, Turkey, Israel and beyond.
A creative and tasty vegan restaurant with an engaging and welcoming atmosphere, who are a part of a plant based movement on an expedition to Save the Earth one Brussel Sprout at a time.
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No Bones
11 Fletcher StA creative and tasty vegan restaurant with an engaging and welcoming atmosphere, who are a part of a plant based movement on an expedition to Save the Earth one Brussel Sprout at a time.
A contemporary Japanese hibachi grill and wine bar from the team behind Light Years, delivering modern Japanese and biodynamic wines picked according to the luna cycle.
Moonlight Japanese
A contemporary Japanese hibachi grill and wine bar from the team behind Light Years, delivering modern Japanese and biodynamic wines picked according to the luna cycle.
With unparalleled waterfront views, Beach Byron Bay offers healthy, casual options via the Kiosk during the day, while the Restaurant offers a very special dining experience for waterside long lunches, sunset drinks, and dinner.
Beach Byron Bay
With unparalleled waterfront views, Beach Byron Bay offers healthy, casual options via the Kiosk during the day, while the Restaurant offers a very special dining experience for waterside long lunches, sunset drinks, and dinner.
Nature, Waterfalls & Hikes
Tallows holds a special place in our hearts—the closest beach to the property and our favourite place to walk at sunrise. If you head north, you’ll find yourself at Cosy Corner (a local favourite surf spot), walk south and you’ll discover the characteristic copper waters of the Ti Tree lake in Arakwal National Park, sacred to the indigenous Bunjalong women and teaming with native bird life. Look out for majestic white-bellied sea eagles cruising the coastline.
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Plage de Tallow
Tallows holds a special place in our hearts—the closest beach to the property and our favourite place to walk at sunrise. If you head north, you’ll find yourself at Cosy Corner (a local favourite surf spot), walk south and you’ll discover the characteristic copper waters of the Ti Tree lake in Arakwal National Park, sacred to the indigenous Bunjalong women and teaming with native bird life. Look out for majestic white-bellied sea eagles cruising the coastline.
The epitome of nature’s raw magnificence, Minyon Falls is an absolute must-see, whether it be from the lookout platform in Minyon Grass Picnic Area or by hiking the 3-4 hour walking track through the Nightcap National Park rainforest and taking a swim at the bottom. We recommend the latter, noting that some bushwalking experience is recommended and visitors should bring adequate water, sun protection, and suitable footwear.
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Minyon Falls walking track
Minyon Loop WestThe epitome of nature’s raw magnificence, Minyon Falls is an absolute must-see, whether it be from the lookout platform in Minyon Grass Picnic Area or by hiking the 3-4 hour walking track through the Nightcap National Park rainforest and taking a swim at the bottom. We recommend the latter, noting that some bushwalking experience is recommended and visitors should bring adequate water, sun protection, and suitable footwear.
Another local favourite is the magnificent Killen Falls and swimming hole located on Emigrant Creek in Tintenbar. Here you will find a 10-meter waterfall pouring over an impressive cave where visitors like to spend the day looking out through the cascading falls.
The walk in is easy, just a few minutes via the walking track and you're there.
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Killen Falls
38 Killen Falls DrAnother local favourite is the magnificent Killen Falls and swimming hole located on Emigrant Creek in Tintenbar. Here you will find a 10-meter waterfall pouring over an impressive cave where visitors like to spend the day looking out through the cascading falls.
The walk in is easy, just a few minutes via the walking track and you're there.
A reasonably challenging 3-hour hike, the Goonengerry loop is our personal favourite. Not your typical waterfall hike—don’t expect to make it to the bottom and look up the falls. Here, the trail will take you past the top where you can swim in freshwater pools and picnic atop a dramatic cliff edge overlooking magnificent misty mountains and rainforest. It only takes around 15 minutes to walk down to this vantage point, with the ensuing loop making up the remaining 3 hours through the National Park.
Goonengerry National Park is about a 10-minute drive from Federal—we recommend stopping by Doma for sushi on your way through the village.
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Goonengerry National Park
A reasonably challenging 3-hour hike, the Goonengerry loop is our personal favourite. Not your typical waterfall hike—don’t expect to make it to the bottom and look up the falls. Here, the trail will take you past the top where you can swim in freshwater pools and picnic atop a dramatic cliff edge overlooking magnificent misty mountains and rainforest. It only takes around 15 minutes to walk down to this vantage point, with the ensuing loop making up the remaining 3 hours through the National Park.
Goonengerry National Park is about a 10-minute drive from Federal—we recommend stopping by Doma for sushi on your way through the village.
Sightseeing
Affectionately known as ‘the Lighty’, Cape Byron Lighthouse teeters on the edge of the South Pacific Ocean atop iconic rocky headland at Australia’s most Easterly point. Presiding over endless ocean vistas of the Pass, Wategos Beach, and Tallow Beach, the Lighthouse is the ultimate vantage point for whale watching, dolphin spotting, surf checks, sunsets, and picnics.
The walking track is moderately challenging and can be accessed at various points but we recommend starting at Clarke’s Beach car park and following the walkway until you reach the entrance to the Pass carpark, continuing onto the wooden boardwalk leading down to the beach. Alternatively, you can continue straight along the road but this route can be a little dangerous with traffic and much less scenic than the coastal option.
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Cape Byron Lighthouse
Cape Byron Walking TrackAffectionately known as ‘the Lighty’, Cape Byron Lighthouse teeters on the edge of the South Pacific Ocean atop iconic rocky headland at Australia’s most Easterly point. Presiding over endless ocean vistas of the Pass, Wategos Beach, and Tallow Beach, the Lighthouse is the ultimate vantage point for whale watching, dolphin spotting, surf checks, sunsets, and picnics.
The walking track is moderately challenging and can be accessed at various points but we recommend starting at Clarke’s Beach car park and following the walkway until you reach the entrance to the Pass carpark, continuing onto the wooden boardwalk leading down to the beach. Alternatively, you can continue straight along the road but this route can be a little dangerous with traffic and much less scenic than the coastal option.
Cafes
Our personal favourite local breakfast if you’re after a substantial meal and fantastic coffee. Expect a wait on weekends as the space is on the smaller side and very popular.
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Bayleaf Cafe
2A Marvell StOur personal favourite local breakfast if you’re after a substantial meal and fantastic coffee. Expect a wait on weekends as the space is on the smaller side and very popular.
Don’t be afraid when we say organic, ethical, and plant-based. Trust us—it’s worth the trip. Located on the outskirts of town, Folk is a relaxing spot to sit and enjoy a coffee or meal in the sun.
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Folk Byron Bay
399 Ewingsdale RdDon’t be afraid when we say organic, ethical, and plant-based. Trust us—it’s worth the trip. Located on the outskirts of town, Folk is a relaxing spot to sit and enjoy a coffee or meal in the sun.
The break-out venture from a posse of the senior crew from Three Blue Ducks Farm in Ewingsdale, hatted restaurant Shelter serves quality, unpretentious food that is locally sourced and is located directly opposite Lennox Beach.
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Shelter Lennox
41 Pacific ParadeThe break-out venture from a posse of the senior crew from Three Blue Ducks Farm in Ewingsdale, hatted restaurant Shelter serves quality, unpretentious food that is locally sourced and is located directly opposite Lennox Beach.
Our nearest cafe, ‘the Genny’ is absolutely buzzing daily. This spot is an incredibly popular place to socialise and have a chat in the mornings so get down there early if you’re looking for a sit-down meal. If you’re after a quiet coffee with your book, we recommend grabbing a takeaway and meandering back to the studio but we say get amongst it and meet some lovely locals!
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The Byron Bay General Store
26 Bangalow RdOur nearest cafe, ‘the Genny’ is absolutely buzzing daily. This spot is an incredibly popular place to socialise and have a chat in the mornings so get down there early if you’re looking for a sit-down meal. If you’re after a quiet coffee with your book, we recommend grabbing a takeaway and meandering back to the studio but we say get amongst it and meet some lovely locals!
If you vibe a made-from-scratch ethos, then you've come to the right place. We're talking juices, smoothies, salads, dressings and sauces, all made fresh!
The Hum
If you vibe a made-from-scratch ethos, then you've come to the right place. We're talking juices, smoothies, salads, dressings and sauces, all made fresh!
Markets
Mullum markets are by far the community favourite, bringing together award-winning local produce and entertainment at the foothills of Mount Chincogan every Friday morning. We never go past a brekky handroll from Doma's sushi stand and there is plenty of seating if you want to sit down and enjoy a coffee.
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Mullumbimby Farmers Market
51 Main Arm RdMullum markets are by far the community favourite, bringing together award-winning local produce and entertainment at the foothills of Mount Chincogan every Friday morning. We never go past a brekky handroll from Doma's sushi stand and there is plenty of seating if you want to sit down and enjoy a coffee.
Held every Thursday from 7am - 11am at Butler Street Reserve, Byron Farmers Market is the one of the longest running farmers’ markets in Australia. Our farmers supply everything from seasonal fruit and vegetables, pasture-raised meat and eggs, artisan cheese and bread, seafood, pasta, rice, nuts, honey, flowers and more!
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Byron Farmers Market
Butler StreetHeld every Thursday from 7am - 11am at Butler Street Reserve, Byron Farmers Market is the one of the longest running farmers’ markets in Australia. Our farmers supply everything from seasonal fruit and vegetables, pasture-raised meat and eggs, artisan cheese and bread, seafood, pasta, rice, nuts, honey, flowers and more!
Held every first Sunday of the month, Byron’s original market since 1987, the Byron Community Market is an eclectic collection of market stalls that showcase Byron’s intrinsic authenticity and lively culture. Jonson Street is closed off to cars and the whole town centre turns into a special market event.
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Byron Community Market
Held every first Sunday of the month, Byron’s original market since 1987, the Byron Community Market is an eclectic collection of market stalls that showcase Byron’s intrinsic authenticity and lively culture. Jonson Street is closed off to cars and the whole town centre turns into a special market event.
Health & Wellness
Bende is a mindful movement studio designed to tone, sweat, and sculpt with low-impact training. They offer Barre, Yoga, Mat Pilates, Reformer Pilates, Cardio & Yin. Located in the Habitat Precinct in Byron Bay Industrial Estate.
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Bende Byron Bay
35/1 Porter StBende is a mindful movement studio designed to tone, sweat, and sculpt with low-impact training. They offer Barre, Yoga, Mat Pilates, Reformer Pilates, Cardio & Yin. Located in the Habitat Precinct in Byron Bay Industrial Estate.
Offering a holistic massage experience using beautiful sensory products, Comma has your relaxation sorted. Located in the Byron Bay Industrial Estate within close proximity to boutiques and cafes.
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Comma
18 Banksia DrOffering a holistic massage experience using beautiful sensory products, Comma has your relaxation sorted. Located in the Byron Bay Industrial Estate within close proximity to boutiques and cafes.
By far the local favourite of the plethora of studios in Byron, Creature offers Yin and Vinyasa classes as well as teacher training. You may recognise one of the founders, Tahl Rinsky, from Chris Hemsworth’s Centrfit fitness app which speaks to the calibre and experience of the Creature team.
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Creature Yoga
11 Banksia DrBy far the local favourite of the plethora of studios in Byron, Creature offers Yin and Vinyasa classes as well as teacher training. You may recognise one of the founders, Tahl Rinsky, from Chris Hemsworth’s Centrfit fitness app which speaks to the calibre and experience of the Creature team.
A beautiful, holistic skin studio tucked away in the Industrial Estate. We absolutely love Little Company’s facials and you can’t go past their light therapy with some of the best LED equipment in the area.
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Little Company
26 Brigantine StA beautiful, holistic skin studio tucked away in the Industrial Estate. We absolutely love Little Company’s facials and you can’t go past their light therapy with some of the best LED equipment in the area.
Nimbus & Co is a collective space that offers state-of-the-art infrared saunas designed to help you balance, release & restore. Benefits include detoxification, immunity, skin health, stress reduction, and pain relief.
Nimbus & Co Byron Bay
17 Tasman WayNimbus & Co is a collective space that offers state-of-the-art infrared saunas designed to help you balance, release & restore. Benefits include detoxification, immunity, skin health, stress reduction, and pain relief.
BodyMindLife Byron Bay is a yoga and reformer/mat Pilates light-filled wellness hub with a timetable that runs 7 days a week so you can choose to energise and restore, daily. The studio also offers a sauna and cold/hot plunge pools
BodyMindLife Byron Bay
BodyMindLife Byron Bay is a yoga and reformer/mat Pilates light-filled wellness hub with a timetable that runs 7 days a week so you can choose to energise and restore, daily. The studio also offers a sauna and cold/hot plunge pools