The Yamba Lodge
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The Yamba Lodge

Yamba, NSW
The Yamba Lodge

A 1970s sun-bleached surf motel in Yamba, NSW, brought back by a third-generation owner who kept the bones, the sign and the kidney pool and let the rest breathe.

What makes it

  • Surfboards (gratis)
  • Outdoor showers
  • Beach 2min
  • Cocktail bar
  • Pet-friendly

The vibe

1970s Beachfront Surf