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Our top choices for Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens hotels

Nightcap at the Charles Hotel

Nightcap at the Charles Hotel
3.5 star property
Fairy Meadow, 3.1 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (153)
"Great location, excellent staff and service!"
Australia
Paulina
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Nightcap at the Charles Hotel

Quality Suites Pioneer Sands

Quality Suites Pioneer Sands
4.0 star property
Towradgi, 4.1 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"What we needed. A clean and comfortable room, with a kitchen and enough room for everyone."
Australia
gordana
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Quality Suites Pioneer Sands

The Belmore Apartments Hotel

The Belmore Apartments Hotel
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 4.6 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Always a great place to stay."
Australia
Adrianne
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
The Belmore Apartments Hotel

Argo Serviced Apartments

Argo Serviced Apartments
3.5 star property
Wollongong CBD, 4.4 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (69)
"Beautifully clean and lovely staff "
Australia
Vanessa
The price is €298
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Argo Serviced Apartments

Coniston Hotel Wollongong

Coniston Hotel Wollongong
3.0 star property
5.2 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (360)
"Very enjoyable stay "
Australia
Genevieve
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Coniston Hotel Wollongong

Sage Hotel Wollongong

Sage Hotel Wollongong
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 5.3 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"Room is excellent beautiful view thank you staff "
Australia
Nimet
The price is €152
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Sage Hotel Wollongong

Wollongong Serviced Apartments

Wollongong Serviced Apartments
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 4.6 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (564)
"Great location, great value, clean, secure parking, large apartments "
Australia
Sandy
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Wollongong Serviced Apartments

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 4.4 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (553)
"Great stay overall, the staff were awesome!! "
Australia
Rhiannon
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
4.5 star property
North Wollongong, 4.3 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Have stayed here before - is a great place to stay. "
Australia
Parthena
The price is €152
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Surfside 22

Surfside 22
2.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 5.2 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (41)
"Loved our stay at Surfside 22. The rooms were spotless, the staff were very friendly and helpful, and the location was very convenient. We will definitely stay here again. "
Australia
Kylee
Surfside 22

Best Western City Sands - Wollongong Golf Club

Best Western City Sands - Wollongong Golf Club
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 5.2 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Friendly weather, huge rooms, clean and tidy with a comfy bed. Location was perfect and great value for money."
Australia
Norma
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Best Western City Sands - Wollongong Golf Club

Mantra Wollongong

Mantra Wollongong
4.5 star property
Wollongong CBD, 4.2 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1607)
"Room dated, worn paint and smelt of seafood from previous guest. General rubbish and untidiness in the hallways leading to room from lifts. However the bed was comfortable."
Australia
Jason
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Mantra Wollongong

Boat Harbour Motel

Boat Harbour Motel
3.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 4.8 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Great location, very friendly. "
Australia
Jason
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Boat Harbour Motel

Harp Hotel

Harp Hotel
2.5 star property
Wollongong CBD, 4.9 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (493)
"Convenient for travelling around, restaurant nearby"
Australia
YAN YAU
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Harp Hotel

Quest Wollongong

Quest Wollongong
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 4.7 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (391)
"Fantastic place to stay close by to win stadium "
Australia
Katalina
The price is €169
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Quest Wollongong

KULA Wollongong

KULA Wollongong
3.5 star property
Wollongong CBD, 4.6 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (39)
"Room was specious "
Australia
Zahra
The price is €509
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
KULA Wollongong

Solomon Inn Motel Figtree

Solomon Inn Motel Figtree
2.0 star property
5 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (10)
"Very friendly and helpful staff! "
Canada
DAVID
Solomon Inn Motel Figtree

The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)

The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)
3.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 3.8 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens
7.2 out of 10, Good, (606)
"I stay here often as all of my family are close. Not a five star but comfortable"
Australia
Yvonne
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)

Solomon Inn Wollongong

Solomon Inn Wollongong
3.0 star property
4.9 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens
7.6 out of 10, Good, (711)
"Staff were lovely- quiet area and room was nice"
Australia
Rebecca
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Solomon Inn Wollongong

Figtree Hotel

Figtree Hotel
2.5 star property
4.7 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens
7.2 out of 10, Good, (171)
"Each room is different but all are clean with all you need for your stay. Very popular hotel with nice surroundings and good reasonably meals"
Australia
Karren
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Figtree Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens?
Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens is located in Wollongong. You'll find 140 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay near Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens?
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 4 bars and a restaurant. It's located 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens. Other good options within 5 miles include Sage Hotel Wollongong and Hotel TOTTO Wollongong.
How many hotels are there close to Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens?
Expedia has 140 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens.
What can I see and do near Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium and Illawarra Museum. Sights like Flagstaff Hill Fort and Breakwater Lighthouse highlight some of the local culture. You can wander around Fairy Meadow Beach Park, Stuart Park or Wollongong Botanic Garden if you want a dose of fresh air.