Best Bars in Byron Bay
Looking for the best bars in Byron Bay? We've gathered 8 standout spots in this corner of Byron Bay, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Byron Bay has its own character, and the bars here reflect it — from neighbourhood favourites locals keep to themselves to places worth a special trip across town. Use the filters to narrow by price, rating, what's open right now and the features that matter to you, then open the map to plan your visit around what else is nearby. We re-check details regularly, so opening hours and information stay current.
From rooftop and laneway bars to intimate cocktail dens, Byron Bay rewards a bit of wandering after dark. The picks below cover the spectrum — wine bars, craft cocktails and buzzy late-night spots alike.
8 spots in Byron Bay
Moonlight Japanese
Moonlight Japanese is a restaurant in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 978 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 68/100.
Railway Friendly Bar
$$Railway Friendly Bar is a bar in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 1129 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
The Souk Cocktail Bar
The Souk Cocktail Bar is a bar in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 37 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 55/100.
Paradiso Music Room
Paradiso Music Room is a bar in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 54 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 55/100.
Horizon Byron Bay
Horizon Byron Bay is a bar in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 18 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 51/100.
No Name Baylane
No Name Baylane is a bar in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 36 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 50/100.
Saltwater Social Club.
Saltwater Social Club. is a bar in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 3.7-star Google rating from 93 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 48/100.
Arts Factory Garden Bar
Arts Factory Garden Bar is a bar in Byron Bay, Byron Bay. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 26 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 46/100.
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Bars in Byron Bay — FAQs
What are the best bars in Byron Bay?+
The bars in Byron Bay listed here are ranked by our Spot Score — our independent editorial rating out of 100, combining reputation, popularity, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear first.
How many bars are there in Byron Bay?+
We currently feature 8 bars in Byron Bay, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Byron Bay in Byron Bay?+
Byron Bay is one of Byron Bay's neighbourhoods — open any venue's page for its exact location, nearby public-transport stops and a map. See our Getting Around guide for tickets and fares.