The receptionist said there were no queen rooms available and initially offered us a triple room at extra cost. We evidently looked a little dismayed at the thought of paying a higher rate, when she suggested the guest house. It was a gem. There are four(?) rooms upstairs , each with private en suite, and separate key. A huge kitchen and communal area downstairs - and the whole house is recently refurbished and very modern. So long as you don't mind a staircase this would surely be one of the best value accommodation in Byron Bay.
Located less than 10 minutes walk from Jonson Street it was a great location and staff were happy to recommend dining options.

Location - convenient bikeride into town or 2 mins in car.
On main road into the suburbs but no real traffic noise
Style - I like what they have done to update an old motor inn. The tropical feel & pop of colour on the doors really work with the location. Picnic table and lawn area are nice.
Service - Pleasant. We only saw staff at check in so cant comment on further help w activities etc. Offered fresh milk & wifi codes on arrival which was nice
The details - found this disappointing. The couch was horribly uncomfortable. The pillows, which looked plump and nice on the bed, were too high to sleep on. The bathroom amenities were almost non existant. No soap?! 2 x shampoo&conditioner (in one) sachets to use, which I found quality wise to be average.
While it's hard to do much about, the sound from both our neighbours was terrible. We heard one lady coughing all night on one side, and were woken the next morning by bloke on the other side talking. You cant complain about these noises to have your neighbours asked to keep it down, they aren't doing anything wrong - but it was just very average, sound proofing wise.
All in all, I would not stay again.

Stayed 3 nights at Byron Bay. The new guest house built behind the reception is a lovely find. Four upstairs guest rooms each with private balcony (motel style rooms with a modern vibe including his/hers wash basins) and downstairs a beautiful shared guest lounge, massive fully fitted kitchen with dishwasher and granite bench tops, outdoor setting and lounge room. Only 15 minute walk into Byron centre. Free parking.