Northern Rivers

Travel Guide

Yamba showing a river or creek
Cape Byron Lighthouse featuring views as well as a small group of people
Little Wategos Beach
Tallow Beach
Wategos Beach showing a beach, general coastal views and surfing

Northern Rivers Travel Guide Video

Where to stay in Northern Rivers

Kingscliff which includes a park

Kingscliff

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Kingscliff. A stop by Kingscliff Beach or Casuarina Beach might round out your trip.

Kingscliff
Lennox Head featuring a coastal town

Lennox Head

Lennox Head is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Lennox Head Beach and Seven Mile Beach while in the area.

Lennox Head
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Kirra

Kirra is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Border Park Raceway and Gold Coast Skydive while you're in town.

Kirra
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Casuarina

Beaches, restaurants, and spas highlight some of the noteworthy features of Casuarina. Make a stop by Casuarina Beach or South Kingscliff Beach while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Casuarina
Cabarita Beach showing a beach

Cabarita Beach

Beaches, cafes, and shopping are just a few things travelers enjoy about Cabarita Beach. Check out Casuarina Beach or Cabarita Beach while you're exploring the area.

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Pottsville

Pottsville is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pottsville Beach and Cudgen Nature Reserve.

Pottsville
Mantra on Salt Beach
Mantra on Salt Beach
4.5 out of 5
Gunnamatta Avenue, Kingscliff, NSW
The price is AED 351 per night from Apr 29 to Apr 30
AED 351
AED 351 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Tweed Heads. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Relaxing resort, with a variety of dining & shopping options"

Reviewed on 10 April 2025

Mantra on Salt Beach
Mantra Twin Towns
Mantra Twin Towns
4 out of 5
Corner Griffith & Wharf Street, Tweed Heads, NSW
The price is AED 437 per night from May 5 to May 6
AED 437
AED 437 total
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Tweed Heads. Enjoy free parking, 5 restaurants, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Fantastic
"Our stay was amazing"

Reviewed on 13 April 2025

Mantra Twin Towns
Elements of Byron
Elements of Byron
5 out of 5
144 Bayshore Drive, Byron Bay, NSW
The price is AED 913 per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
AED 913
AED 1,005 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Byron Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Wategos Beach and Belongil Beach are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (210 reviews)
"Was so family friendly. Daughter loved pool. Restaurants book out days in advance. Best to book ahead before your stay. Lovely staff and great location as it’s close to town"

Reviewed on 22 October 2020

Elements of Byron
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Oaks Gold Coast Calypso Plaza Suites
Oaks Gold Coast Calypso Plaza Suites
4 out of 5
99 Griffith Street, Coolangatta, QLD
Stay at this 4-star luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a sauna. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,121 reviews)
"Would have given the 5 stars across the board but one of the main reasons I booked this hotel was because of the amazing pool on the property which was closed the duration of our stay. There was no mention of it when I booked it and we were not told at check in. I was really disappointed."

Reviewed on 25 March 2025

Oaks Gold Coast Calypso Plaza Suites
Mantra Coolangatta Beach
Mantra Coolangatta Beach
4.5 out of 5
88 Marine Parade, Coolangatta, QLD
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,499 reviews)
"Absolutely loved our stay at the Mantra. Had an ocean view room and it was fabulous. Planning on returning soon. Close to shops, restaurants etc. Across the road from the beach. Who could ask for more."

Reviewed on 15 March 2025

Mantra Coolangatta Beach
X Kirra Apartments
X Kirra Apartments
4.5 out of 5
72 Musgrave St, Coolangatta, QLD
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Gold Coast. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Kirra Beach and Coolangatta Beach ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (158 reviews)
"Loved staying at Kirra X! The only problem was, me being an elderly computer moron, operating the "smart" TV was well beyond my comprehension. There was not the usual compendium in our apartment with operating instructions for the TV or other appliances, which we found rather strange..."

Reviewed on 8 April 2025

X Kirra Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Coolangatta Beach featuring a coastal town, a beach and a sunset

Coolangatta Beach

4.5/5(75 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Coolangatta Beach during your travels in Gold Coast? Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this romantic area.

Coolangatta Beach
Wategos Beach which includes a sandy beach

Wategos Beach

4.5/5(25 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Wategos Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Byron Bay. You can seek out the biking trails in this walkable area.

Wategos Beach
Main Beach featuring mist or fog and a sandy beach as well as a couple

Main Beach

4.5/5(34 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Main Beach during your travels in Byron Bay? You can seek out the biking trails in this walkable area.

Main Beach
Yamba Beach featuring a sandy beach

Yamba Beach

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Yamba Beach, a popular beach in Yamba.

Yamba Beach
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Greenmount Beach

4.5/5(8 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Greenmount Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Gold Coast. Amble around this romantic area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Greenmount Beach
Byron Bay featuring a beach

Belongil Beach

4.5/5(10 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Belongil Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Byron Bay. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

Belongil Beach