Over the last year and a bit we've been so busy updating the guesthouse that it's now almost unrecognisable from when Virginia took it over in 2012.During this time, all sorts has also been going on in Byron Bay, from the usual cultural and music festivals, including Splendour in the Grass,
Why people keep coming back to our guesthouse
Looking over the reviews that people have written in our guestbook and posted on Trip Advisor, amongst other places, it is clear that a few things resonate with our guests.Cleanliness is, unsurprisingly, of utmost importance. We understand that no one wants to turn up to their holiday abode to
What Christmas In Australia Is Really Like
Imagine Santa on a surfboard, a beachside bustle of last minute present buying and Christmas Eve queues at the fish markets.Welcome to an Aussie Christmas in Byron Bay!Many of our visitors at Barbara’s Guesthouse come from the Northern Hemisphere where Christmastime means long winter nights,
Looking for budget accommodation in Byron Bay?
Byron Bay in the summertime is a hive of tourist activity with hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs booked out up to a year ahead. But Byron’s prices aren’t known for being low and many people aren’t able or prepared to fork out to stay in five star accommodation.Yet, they still want to experience
5 things we’ve improved in 2013
It’s been a busy year at Barbara’s Guesthouse, with new ownership and fresh touches throughout the place. Some of the things we’ve updated include:1. The garden. Gone is the spa to make room for a more open outdoor space. Two rustic loungers provide the perfect place to catch-up and relax with a