“Schoolies Week” is a celebration of crossing the finish line of high school and being released into the world.
Australians have been celebrating Schoolies Week since the 1980’s! Yes, around the time your parents graduated high school!
However schoolies celebrations have now been almost a compulsory Rite of Passage, and so much effort is now put into the schoolies events (by groups such as “Sure Thing Schoolies Travel” to make schoolies week the most memorable week of your life…. If you’re expecting the party of a lifetime… You won’t be disappointed 🙂
If you’re reading this, you’re probably the group organiser for your schoolies group and your friends are relying on you to organise a great trip. That’s why it’s in your hands to make the smart decision and book your trip with Sure Thing Schoolies – Don’t let your friends settle for anything less. After 13 years at school you all deserve an absolutely awesome schoolies week!
It’s a venue with all the benefits. It’s local and easy to get to. It has fabulous natural attractions with one of the best beaches around. It’s a safe environment with a great party atmosphere for Schoolies. It’s popular because of all those things. And because it’s in Oz it’s naturally cost competitive and you’ll spend less time travelling and more time enjoying a great Schoolies week.
Safety, sun ‘n surf
The key to a great Schoolies adventure at Byron Bay is to follow the simple rules and tips. And here they are.
- Book with an experienced and reputable company (such as Sure Thing Schoolies)
- Make sure you book into an official resort
- Get access to heaps of official events
- Be safe and stay safe
- Have an awesome time
The early bird
You know when you’ll finish Year 12. You know when the different Schoolies weeks are up and running. You know your friends are going. Take action now.
If you don’t take action, the worst-case scenario could unfold – You go to book for the ever popular Byron Bay and find there’s no room left. Don’t let that happen to you. Do it now. Others are doing it now and in this case, the early bird really does get the worm. Besides, with your booking secure, you can concentrate on your studies and prepare for your exams knowing there is one heck of a party with your name on it just waiting to happen at the end of the year.
Get with the strength
Because Sure Thing is an Aussie travel operator with heaps of Schoolies experience, it makes sense to go where the others go. Sure Thing knows the best accommodation, the best deals and the best events. They can answer all your questions and help you make your stay at Schoolies even more than you hoped for.
Byron Bay Beach Hostel is currently the Top Rated Schoolies accommodation in Byron Bay since it’s right in town, right on the beach (actually backs on to the sand) and gets awesome Schoolies feedback year after year. If you’re lucky enough for there still to be space at the Byron Bay Backpackers Inn when you are reading this, then grab it with both hands!
All employees at Sure Thing Schoolies are Fully Accredited and Qualified.
Schoolies at Byron Bay: Details and Packages now available
Week 1: 22 Nov – 29 Nov 2025
Week 2: 29 Nov – 6 Dec 2025
Week 3: 6 Dec – 13 Dec 2025
Schoolies 2026
Week 1: 21 Nov – 28 Nov 2026
Week 2: 28 Nov – 5 Dec 2026
Week 3: 5 Dec – 12 Dec 2026
The Schoolies Hotel must be booked through Sure Thing Schoolies
Name: Byron Bay Beach Hostel
Address: 23 Lawson Street, Byron Bay NSW 2481
Proximity
Beach: 50m (Beachfront)
Town: In the middle of town
Rooming
2 to 8 people per room.
Larger groups can have multiple rooms side by side.
Rooms have lockers for every guest.
Bedding
Bunk beds, Single beds and some Double beds.
You will not have to share your room with other people you do not know. Each group gets private rooming.
Showers/Bathrooms
Shared facilities. They are always kept fresh and clean and there are several available for each room.
Name: Byron Bay Motor Lodge
Address: 11 Butler St, Byron Bay NSW 2481
Proximity
Beach: 150m
Town: In the middle of town
Rooming
2 to 5 people per room.
Larger groups can have multiple rooms side by side.
Bedding
Single beds, Queen beds and Sofa Beds.
You will not have to share your room with other people you do not know. Each group gets private rooming.
Showers/Bathrooms
Private facilities/ensuite for each room.
YHA Byron Bay
Address: 7 Carlyle Street, Byron Bay NSW 2481
Proximity
Beach: 250m (Beachfront)
Town: In Town Centre
Rooming
3 to 5 people per room. Accommodation holds 65 Schoolies in total.
Larger groups can have multiple rooms side by side.
All rooms have lockers.
Bedding
Bunk beds, Single beds and some Double beds.
You will not have to share your room with other people you do not know. Each group gets private rooming.
Showers/Bathrooms
Some rooms have their own bathroom (Ensuite Rooms). The rest of the rooms have shared bathroom facilities. They are always kept fresh and clean and there are several available for each room.
Wifi
The accommodation has free wifi
Aquarius Resort Byron Bay (18+ Resort)
Address: 16 Lawson Street, Byron Bay NSW 2481
Proximity
Beach: 100m (Beachfront)
Town: In Town Centre
Rooming
Must be aged 18+ at time of travel (all guests).
2, 8 or 10 people per room. Accommodation holds 50 Schoolies in total.
Larger groups can have multiple rooms side by side.
There are 5 x 10 person rooms (which are split into 8 and 2).
Bedding
8 person rooms have 4 x single sets of Bunk beds
2 person rooms have either 2 single beds or 1 double bed (3 of the rooms have two single beds, 2 of the rooms have one double bed)
You will not have to share your room of 2 or 8 with other people you do not know. Each group gets private rooming.
Showers/Bathrooms
One bathroom per 10-person room (so the 8 person room and 2 person room share the bathroom). There is also one communal shower.
Wifi
The accommodation has free wifi
The closest airports to Byron Bay are:
- Ballina (25 min drive)
- Gold Coast/Coolangatta (1 hr drive)
- Brisbane (2 hr 30 min drive)
- Ballina (25 min drive)
- Gold Coast/Coolangatta (1 hr drive)
- Brisbane (2 hr 30 min drive)
There are 7 main bars and nightclubs for 18+ including:
- Cheeky Monkeys
- Cocomangas
- The Beach Hotel
- The Hotel Great Northern
- The Rails
- Lala-Land
- C-Moog
There is Live Music at the Schoolies Accommodation at this exclusive Sure Thing Schoolies Resort (for under 18s as well as 18+ to enjoy. There are also Fire Shows for your entertainment during Schoolies at the Sure Thing Schoolies Accommodation.
- Swimming Pool
- Beach Volleyball
- TV Room (Foxtel/Cable)
- Open air cinema
- BBQ Area with hammocks
- Live Music
- Fire Shows
Premium Activities
(Costs involved)
- Surf Board Hire and Surf Lessons
- Horse Riding
- Kayaking
- Fishing Trips
- Whale Watching
- Sea Turtle Snorkel Tours
- Circus Arts
- Skydiving
- Hang Gliding
- Air Ballooning
- Pamper Spa Centres
Official Byron Bay Schoolies Video
- 7 Nights Accommodation at the Schoolies Accommodation
- Free Meet and Greet Sausage Sizzle
- Free Official Sure Thing Schoolies Cap
- Free Official Sure Thing Schoolies Beer Pong Set (One Set Per Group)
- 70% Plus Discounted Learn to Surf Package, Including Food, Drinks and Photos
- Access to On-Site Schoolies Activities and Facilities at Schoolies Accommodation
- Sure Thing Schoolies Registration and Wristband
- Free Wi-Fi
Byron Bay Motor Lodge
| Room Type | Per Person |
| 3-Person Room | $990 |
| 4-Person Room | $950 |
| 5-Person Room | $880 |
Deposit: $110 per person at time of booking
Balance: Remaining amount due on 1st of August of year of travel
Bond: $100
YHA Byron Bay
| Room Type | Schoolies Week | Per Person |
| Dorm | Week 1 or 3 | $695 |
| Dorm | Week 2 | $795 |
| Dorm with Ensuite | Week 1 or 3 | $795 |
| Dorm with Ensuite | Week 2 | $895 |
Deposit: $110 per person at time of booking
Balance: Remaining amount due on 1st of August of year of travel
Bond: $0 (no bond)
Aquarius Resort Byron Bay
| Room Type | Schoolies Week | Per Person |
| 8 person room | Week 1 or 3 | $695 |
| 8 person room | Week 2 | $795 |
| 2 person room | Week 1 or 3 | $795 |
| 2 person room | Week 2 | $895 |
Deposit: $110 per person at time of booking
Balance: Remaining amount due on 1st of August of year of travel
Bond: $100
Luxury Villa Baleen & Loft
| Room Type | Schoolies Week | Per Person |
| Villa | Week 2 | $1350 |
| Loft | Week 2 | $1350 |
Deposit: $110 per person at time of booking
Balance: Remaining amount due on 1st of August of year of travel
Bond: $200
Upon payment of deposit, group members must register on an online form:
- Full name as per I.D. or passport
- Mobile number
- Personal email address
Stage 2
On 10th of August of the year of travel, group members must register on an online form:
- Address
- Home Number
- Date of Birth
- High School Name and Suburb
- Portrait photo
These are the House Rules for this event: