Byron Bay is home to a diverse array of retailers, hospitality venues and nightlife experiences.
We encourage Byron Writers Festival attendees to make the most of their time in Byron Bay by experiencing all that our vibrant town has to offer.
Here are some recommendations of where to eat, drink and play while you're here.
Hotel Marvell
Byron Bay Oyster Bar & Seafood Restaurant and Horizon Rooftop Bar offer two distinct experiences under one roof. Enjoy fresh seasonal seafood, oysters and laneway dining downstairs, or head upstairs for cocktails, poolside moments and rooftop views. Whether it’s a long lunch, sunset drinks or a relaxed dinner, Hotel Marvell brings together design, atmosphere and memorable dining experiences.
Beach Hotel
The Beach Hotel is Byron Bay's home of great food, live entertainment and coastal hospitality. Our menu showcases fresh local produce and pub favourites, with everything from share plates and fresh seafood to burgers, steaks and family-friendly classics served daily.
Entertainment is at the heart of the Beachy experience. Enjoy free live music throughout the week from talented local and touring artists, or catch all the biggest sporting moments live and loud across our big screens. From AFL and NRL to international events and championship fights, there's always something worth gathering for.
Looking for a reason to stay a little longer? Join us for Happy Hour from 4–6pm Monday to Friday, or make the most of Power Hour from 8–9pm Thursday to Sunday. Whether you're visiting Byron Bay or a local regular, the Beach Hotel offers the perfect place to eat, drink and play by the sea.
Haven Gallery
Haven Gallery is a multi sensory playground for art, sound, movement and human expression. Inside the reimagined former Woolworths building, the entire space has been transformed into a living artwork that shifts with light, colour and atmosphere. Immersive installations blend physical space with digital imagination, while the transformed streetscape of Haven City invites you to wander, interact and discover something new at every turn. The experience is playful, welcoming and immersive, offering a world that invites creativity rather than simply displaying it.
