Reviews of Glen Villa Resort 3 stars
80-86 Butler Street, 2481 Byron Bay, Australia
#29 of 34 hotels in Byron Bay
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 2615 hotel reviews
8.0Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
8.2
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Comfort
8.2
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Location
9.0
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Facilities
8.0
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Staff
8.9
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Value for money
7.8
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Free WiFi
7.3
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Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Emmaleyce
Australia3 reviews9.0“Paradise on Earth”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Beach Hut with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Carpark felt culty The asphalt followed me home
Great value and amenities
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Colleen
Australia3 reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Studio Cabin
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Bed very small double, sank into the middle
Convenient
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 18 April 2024
Kailey
United States13 reviews8.0“Location and cabins were great! Just need better wifi (:”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Studio Cabin
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The wifi was terrible. Not sure if it was where our cabin was located or if it was just bad, but our devices would connect, then disconnect so we had to use data.
The location was perfect! Right out of the city and just a short walk which we loved. The cabin was the size for the two of us and was clean. Free parking for our rental car was nice too.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Luke
Australia1 review8.0Very good- • Business trip
- • Group
- • Twin Studio Cabin
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nil
Good location and reasonably priced
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Marcus
Brazil409 reviews76 helpful votes7.0“Not a good value for money, Byron it’s very expensive for the things that the city offers”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Beach Hut with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
There was no air conditioning just one light inside, any places to put your things, just one big bathroom for all the resort and in the three days that I stayed there they never clean it. Was really dirty.
The location was nice close to the bus station and city center of Byron. There was a short tent in a camp ground site.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Al
Canada11 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Overall it was an enjoyable stay! I recommend you take a ride on The Solar Train.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Twin Studio Cabin
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Unfortunately had to get rid of some ants in the bathroom when we first arrived but had no problems after that.
The location was good as you could walk into town.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 10 April 2024
Rob
Australia17 reviews9.0“Relaxing and comfortable stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Studio Cabin
- • Stayed 4 nights
Unit could have been a little cleaner, a lot of dirt under the bed
Loved the location and unit had everything we needed for a small break
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Cindy
Australia16 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Studio Cabin
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Cabin was tidy but needs some upgrading for the price you pay.
Location was perfect, within walking distance to town centre. Great facilities in the resort pool, large communal kitchen and laundry. Friendly helpful staff.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Blaquière
Australia2 reviews9.0“Definely a great place to stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Studio Cabin
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
1) The no visitor rule made it awkward when my friend arrived early to pick me up and I requested him to meet me at the cottage and a staff member asked why he was there. The reason he was not staying with me is because there are no animals allowed and therefore he chose to camp. 2) Hot water ran out after a couple of minutes every time I tried to shower. Challenging when trying to wash one’s hair.
The grounds are beautiful, very tranquil. The staff very helpful. Great location. Comfortable room.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Kerrie-anne
Australia44 reviews3 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Studio Cabin
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Couldn't fault a thing!
Great location, easy access to downtown Byron for cafes, farmers market, and the bus terminal. Nice pool and shared facilities. Liked the way everyone was considerate of neighbours, too
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 2 April 2024
Claire
Australia6 reviews8.0“Good cabin needing a few tweaks”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Twin Studio Cabin
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
A family of cockroaches lives underneath the shower recess (in the floor) and we had to 'deal' with them nightly i.e. use a lot of bug spray. The bathroom door doesn't close properly and didn't have a working lock to lock the door. This was very disappointing and should have been fixed by maintenance prior to our arrival. A toilet door is not like a normal door you can just leave not working - people need privacy when they are on the toilet. Our cabin was right next door to the pathway for people to get to the amenities block which meant that we had people walking back and forth past our cabin twenty-four-seven. This was not ideal and I would have preferred a cabin in a different location. Both my friend and I had bed bug bites from the bedding, so I would recommend a really hot wash to get them out.
The location to central Byron Bay was excellent and we loved the shortcuts. The grounds of Glen Villa were perfectly groomed and inviting. The room that was visible was clean and I was impressed by the clean kitchen area. We also appreciated the fly screens. The cabin also had a good working smart TV! However, there were things that you could have improved....
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Joanna
Australia27 reviews6 helpful votes7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Twin Beach Hut with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Distance to toilet block
Colorful little cabin, basic but comfortable.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Nathan
United States1 review7.0“good for the price”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Beach Hut with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Very basic facilities, a step up from camping, if I came again I'd spend a bit extra to have one of the nicer cabins.
Good location, good price, friendly staff and other guests.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Annie
United Kingdom29 reviews2 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Studio Cabin
- • Stayed 9 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Staff responded quickly to our requests to change rooms and made every effort to ensure we were happy Location was great for a short easy walk into town
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 30 March 2024
Peter
Australia38 reviews8.0“Met my expectations”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Double Studio Cabin
- • Stayed 2 nights
Parking near cabin a bit tight
Nice, comfortable cabin.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Brileigh
Australia7 reviews7.0“Great location, friendly staff, all amenities were clean and tidy!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Studio Cabin
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
A double bed just wasn't big enough for two adults, my partners feet hung off the end of the bed
The location to town was perfect, close walking distance!
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Robert
New Zealand46 reviews1 helpful vote8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Beach Hut with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Just so tidy everything clean
Close to town, grounds very tidy ; staff very helpful
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 27 March 2024
Phoebe
United Kingdom12 reviews7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Double Studio Cabin
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
A little small if staying for longer than a few nights.
Simple, basic, excellent value for money!
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Richard
Australia13 reviews8.0“Great value convenient cabin in a community vibe resort”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Beach Hut with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Funky cabin, community feel
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Norman
Australia148 reviews8 helpful votes9.0“Ideal location for a short or long stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Studio Cabin
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Mattress too soft
Location and convenience
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Diane
Australia19 reviews2 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Studio Cabin
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Not much I didnt like. Maybe side table on both side of queen bed.
Stayed there well over 10 years ago. Like the location. Staff friendly and helpful. Will rebook there again.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Jodie
Australia4 reviews9.0“Good location and value for money for quick overnight stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Twin Studio Cabin
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Good price. Short walk to town.
Stayed in February 2024
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Reviewed: 22 March 2024
Ann
Australia35 reviews1 helpful vote8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Studio Cabin
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The only thing missing was a bedside table on both sides of the bed ( there was only 1).
Close to Byron Bay shop and beach. Quite well appointed cabin.
Stayed in March 2024
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Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Robert
New Zealand46 reviews1 helpful vote9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Twin Studio Cabin
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Good price close to town, well set out complex , very tidy
Safe, clean and tidy , the grounds were maintained to a high standard
Stayed in March 2024
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