Illawarra

Travel Guide

Wollongong featuring rugged coastline
Wollongong showing markets as well as a large group of people
North Wollongong Beach which includes a sandy beach, general coastal views and a sunset
Wollongong South Beach featuring general coastal views and surf
Wollongong showing a beach and general coastal views

Where to stay in Illawarra

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Shellharbour

Shellharbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shellharbour South Beach and North Beach.

Shellharbour
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Thirroul

While visiting Thirroul, you might make a stop by sights like Thirroul Beach and McCauleys Beach.

Thirroul
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Austinmer

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Austinmer. You might want to make time for a stop at Austinmer Beach or Little Austinmer Beach.

Austinmer
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Bulli

Bulli is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Sandon Point Beach.

Bulli
Beautiful South Coast beach in Australia 🌊

Shell Cove

Travelers like the golf courses in Shell Cove, and The Farm is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Shell Cove
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Windang

Visitors to Windang enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Perkins Beach is worth a stop.

Windang
Sage Hotel Wollongong
Sage Hotel Wollongong
4 out of 5
60/62 Harbour Street, Wollongong, NSW
The price is AED 441 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
AED 441
AED 485 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly staff on check in"

Reviewed on 8 February 2025

Sage Hotel Wollongong
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
4.5 out of 5
2-14 Cliff Road, North Wollongong, NSW
The price is AED 490 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
AED 490
AED 539 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy a beach locale, 4 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Fantastic location, walking distance to the beach, harbour, reserves and playgrounds. The room was spotless with comfortable beds and pillows. The bathroom was a great size however could do with some more towel hangers."

Reviewed on 3 February 2025

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Mantra Wollongong
Mantra Wollongong
4.5 out of 5
6-10 Gladstone Ave, Wollongong, NSW
The price is AED 326 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
AED 326
AED 361 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and onsite car rentals. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,510 reviews)
"The last few week, slowly been making my way down the Coast from Qld to lower Vic By far, the best value hotel I have stayed at on this trip! Great room sizes, comfy beds, amazing shower water pressure, full kitchen and so clean with freezing cold air con Reception staff, two younger ladies - both ..."

Reviewed on 1 February 2025

Mantra Wollongong
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Mantra Wollongong
Mantra Wollongong
4.5 out of 5
6-10 Gladstone Ave, Wollongong, NSW
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and onsite car rentals. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,510 reviews)
"The last few week, slowly been making my way down the Coast from Qld to lower Vic By far, the best value hotel I have stayed at on this trip! Great room sizes, comfy beds, amazing shower water pressure, full kitchen and so clean with freezing cold air con Reception staff, two younger ladies - both ..."

Reviewed on 1 February 2025

Mantra Wollongong
Wollongong Serviced Apartments
Wollongong Serviced Apartments
4 out of 5
54 Kembla Street, Wollongong, NSW
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (512 reviews)
"Well positioned, restaurants close by, available parking"

Reviewed on 10 February 2025

Wollongong Serviced Apartments
Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong
Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong
4.5 out of 5
19 Market Street, Wollongong, NSW
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,874 reviews)
"Super convenient, grearlt staff, had everything I needed, fast lifts, just great."

Reviewed on 25 January 2025

Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong
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Popular places to visit

Wollongong South Beach featuring rugged coastline and a beach

Wollongong City Beach

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Wollongong City Beach during your travels in Wollongong? Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Wollongong City Beach
The Lighthouse

Kiama Blowhole

4.5/5(18 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Kiama Blowhole, a lovely green space in Kiama. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Kiama Blowhole
Wollongong which includes a sandy beach, boating and a city

Wollongong Harbor

4/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront in Wollongong with a trip to Wollongong Harbor. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Wollongong Harbor
A gorgeous place to explore, walk and zip line.

Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk during your stay in Knights Hill. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk
Crown Street Mall showing shopping

Crown Street Mall

During your trip to Wollongong, you can do some window-shopping at Crown Street Mall. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Crown Street Mall
Nan Tien Temple

Nan Tien Temple

4/5(2 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Wollongong when you spend time at Nan Tien Temple. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Nan Tien Temple