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and doubles in the hostel are above average and come with a double bed, a fan,
and a wardrobe. For a couple of dollars more you can stay in a self-contained
unit with a separate bedroom, lounge, and kitchen area. On the premises are a
volleyball court, Jacuzzi and pool, TV and video lounge (with a library), barbe-
cues, basketball hoop, Internet and e-mail, and free surfboards, body boards,
and bikes.
116 Jonson St., Byron Bay, NSW 2481. & 02/6685 8888. Fax [phone] units, 13 with bathroom.
A$55-A$65 (US$36-US$42) double in hostel; A$70-A$85 (US$46-US$55) self-contained double;
A$21-A$29 (US$14-US$19) dorm bed. MC, V. Amenities: Medium-size heated outdoor pool; Jacuzzi; bike
rentals; tour desk; coin-op laundry; nonsmoking rooms. In room: TV/VCR (some rooms); fridge.
Taylor's Guest House This truly beautiful guesthouse is set in 2
secluded hectares (5 acres) of gardens and rainforest. Rooms vary in price
depending on whether you stay for 1 night or more. The guest rooms are lav-
ishly decorated in a country style and come with either a queen- or king-size
bed. The cottage is huge, has wraparound verandas and long French windows,
and is done up in bright Santa Fe-style colors. The cottage also comes with a
laundry and has the largest bed in Australia—a 2.4m-

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antique English “Emperor” bed. The guesthouse is renowned for its cooking.
160 McGettigan's Lane, Ewingsdale, Byron Bay, NSW 2481. & 02/6684 7436. Fax [phone]. www.
taylors.net.au. 5 units, 1 cottage. A$220 (US$143) double; A$330 (US$215) cottage. Rates include breakfast,
cakes, and biscuits, and predinner champagne cocktails. Dinner is A$60 (US$39) per person. Surcharge of 20%
for doubles and 50% for cottage at Christmas and Easter. AE, DC, MC, V. Not suitable for children. Ameni-
ties: Restaurant; lounge; large heated outdoor pool; nonsmoking rooms. In room:TV, hair dryer, iron.
WHERE TO DINE
Beach Hotel Barbecue PUB/BARBECUE The outdoor meals at this pub
near the beach make it popular with visitors and locals. About the cheapest thing
on the menu is the burger, and the most expensive is steak. The Beach Hotel
Bistro is open from 10am to 9pm daily and serves coffee, cakes, and snacks
throughout the day; a lunch menu is served from noon to 3pm and dinner from
6 to 9pm.
In the Beach Hotel, at Bay and Johnson sts.

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02/6685 6402. Main courses A$3.90-A$14

(US$2.50-US$8.80). No credit cards. Daily noon-3pm.
Earth 'n' Sea PIZZA/PASTA This popular spot has been around for years
and offers a fairly extensive menu of pastas and pizzas, including some unusual
combinations such as prawns, banana, and pineapple. Pizzas come in three sizes,
and the small is just enough to satisfy the average appetite.
11 Lawson St. & 02/6685 6029. Reservations recommended. Main courses A$9.50-A$24 (US$6.20-
US$15). AE, MC, V. Daily 5:30-11pm.
The Pass Café MEDITERRANEAN Though not as well positioned as
Rae's Restaurant and Bar (see below), the Pass Café rivals Rae's for breakfasts and
lunches, and if you happen to be heading to or from the local rainforest on the
Cape Byron Walking Track, you'll find this a great place to stop off. Breakfast
items range from simple fresh fruit and muffins to gourmet chicken sausages.
Lunch specials include Cajun chicken, octopus, and calamari salad, as well as
fresh fish, meat dishes, and plenty of good vegetarian options.
At the end of Brooke Dr., on Cape Byron Walking Track, Palm Valley. & 02/6685 6074. Main courses
A$10-A$25 (US$6.50-US$16). MC, V. Daily 8am-3pm; Thurs-Sat until 6pm.
Rae's Restaurant and Bar MODERN AUSTRALIAN/SEAFOOD You
can't beat Rae's for either its location or its food. It's right on the beach, about a