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Wollongong Hotel Guide. Hotels in Lake Illawarra, Wollongong, Australia

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Our top choices for Lake Illawarra hotels

1. Windang Beach Tourist Park

Windang Beach Tourist Park
3.0 star property
Windang, 1.3 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, 212, (212 reviews)
"Clean cabins and area fantastic"
Australia
ALEK
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Windang Beach Tourist Park

2. Lakeside Inn Illawarra

Lakeside Inn Illawarra
2.5 star property
Windang, 3 km from Lake Illawarra
7.2 out of 10, 605, (605 reviews)
"great place to stay clean room great airconditioning/heater and a great shower"
Australia
James
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Lakeside Inn Illawarra

3. Shellharbour Holiday Village

Shellharbour Holiday Village
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Lake Illawarra
8.0 out of 10, 18, (18 reviews)
"Was ideal for a quick visit just to stay in at night and just a short walk to the beach. "
Australia
Larissa
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Shellharbour Holiday Village

4. Lakeview Hotel Motel

Lakeview Hotel Motel
3.5 star property
3.6 km from Lake Illawarra
8.4 out of 10, 1001, (1,001 reviews)
"Great Lakeview hotel motel 5m from shopping center 5m from lake"
Australia
Rimon
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Lakeview Hotel Motel

5. Shellharbour Resort

Shellharbour Resort
3.5 star property
Shellharbour, 3.5 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, 426, (426 reviews)
"Great place, great steaks! "
Australia
Ron
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Shellharbour Resort

6. The Oaks Hotel Motel

The Oaks Hotel Motel
2.5 star property
5.9 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, 123, (123 reviews)
"Lovely staff"
Australia
Anne
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
The Oaks Hotel Motel

7. Shellharbour Village Motel

Shellharbour Village Motel
4.0 star property
Shellharbour, 4.2 km from Lake Illawarra
9.2 out of 10, 321, (321 reviews)
"Very nice will definitely stay their again"
Australia
Mark
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Shellharbour Village Motel

8. Golf Place Inn

Golf Place Inn
3.5 star property
4.2 km from Lake Illawarra
7.4 out of 10, 685, (685 reviews)
"Reception and handy man, cleaning staff are nice"
Australia
Anne
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Golf Place Inn

9. NRMA Shellharbour Beachside Holiday Park

NRMA Shellharbour Beachside Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Shellharbour, 4.6 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, 86, (86 reviews)
"It is a close walk for cafes and restaurants and a really lovely place to enjoy"
Australia
Chris
The price is €130
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
NRMA Shellharbour Beachside Holiday Park

10. Five Islands Hotel

Five Islands Hotel
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, 374, (374 reviews)
"Staff very attentive and helpful"
Australia
Ron
The price is €63
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Five Islands Hotel

11. Unanderra Hotel

Unanderra Hotel
2.0 star property
9.9 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, 104, (104 reviews)
"Easy parking, great meals, comfortable bed."
Australia
Leon
The price is €43
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Unanderra Hotel

12. Coniston Hotel Wollongong

Coniston Hotel Wollongong
3.0 star property
11.8 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, 410, (410 reviews)
"Price is good, hotel is quite new, well value of money."
Australia
Jinglu
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Coniston Hotel Wollongong

13. Solomon Inn Wollongong

Solomon Inn Wollongong
3.0 star property
11.3 km from Lake Illawarra
7.6 out of 10, 742, (742 reviews)
"The friendliness of staff and cleanliness of accommodation the location was convient"
Australia
Julie
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Solomon Inn Wollongong

14. Boat Harbour Motel

Boat Harbour Motel
3.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 14 km from Lake Illawarra
8.2 out of 10, 1001, (1,001 reviews)
"Great little stay!"
Australia
Stephen
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Boat Harbour Motel

15. The Belmore Apartments Hotel

The Belmore Apartments Hotel
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13.7 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, 1003, (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent facility, very comfortable and easy access to Wollongong CBD"
Australia
Annette
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
The Belmore Apartments Hotel

16. Jamberoo Pub & Saleyard Motel

Jamberoo Pub & Saleyard Motel
2.5 star property
14.1 km from Lake Illawarra
8.6 out of 10, 251, (251 reviews)
"Great pub and atmosphere staff very friendly and helpful Rooms standard but clean"
Australia
Clare
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Jamberoo Pub & Saleyard Motel

17. Figtree Hotel

Figtree Hotel
2.5 star property
11.4 km from Lake Illawarra
7.4 out of 10, 185, (185 reviews)
"Very clean room and very comfortable bed. Friendly staff and value for money."
Australia
James
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Figtree Hotel

18. Grand Hotel Kiama

Grand Hotel Kiama
2.0 star property
14.6 km from Lake Illawarra
7.6 out of 10, 95, (95 reviews)
"Good place to stay for a week end, the people are very Nice !"
France
Maxime
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Grand Hotel Kiama

19. The Sebel Kiama

The Sebel Kiama
3.5 star property
14.1 km from Lake Illawarra
8.8 out of 10, 1000, (1,000 reviews)
"Plenty parking lots, easy to access."
Australia
Jiahe
The price is €176
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
The Sebel Kiama

20. Sage Hotel Wollongong

Sage Hotel Wollongong
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13.1 km from Lake Illawarra
8.6 out of 10, 1003, (1,003 reviews)
"Sage Hotel was excellent. Friendly helpful staff, a great heated pool, clean rooms and a great view of the ocean."
Australia
Alison
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Sage Hotel Wollongong
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Where to stay in Lake Illawarra

Find the best Lake Illawarra areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Shellharbour

Enjoy the laid-back pace of this pretty New South Wales coastal town. Explore its varied coastline, scenic harbour, local markets and nearby native bushland reserve.

Wollongong CBD

While visiting Wollongong CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Crown Street Mall and Wollongong Golf Club.

Thirroul

If you're spending some time in Thirroul, Thirroul Beach and McCauleys Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Shell Cove

Travellers like the golf courses in Shell Cove, and Shellharbour South Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Bulli

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

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Lake Illawarra?
Travellers to Wollongong's Lake Illawarra neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Are you looking for Lake Illawarra travel tips? Make sure that you visit Warilla Beach and Berageree Island while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's the best accommodation in Lake Illawarra?
Based on our traveller data, Shellharbour Beach side. PET friendly. Beach, lake. Fish surf swim SUP dive is one of the top choices for your stay in Lake Illawarra. This guest house offers private balconies and free WiFi.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the Lake Illawarra area?
With 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Lake Illawarra to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Wollongong area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lake Illawarra, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals in Lake Illawarra.
What can I see and do in this Wollongong neighbourhood?
Warilla Beach, Berageree Island and Lake Illawarra are just a few attractions to check out in Lake Illawarra. North Beach and Stocklands Shellharbour are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Wollongong.