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

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Our top choices for Lake Illawarra hotels

A beach with waves, a sandy shore, and a rocky cliff.

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, Wonderful, (213 reviews)
"Our stay was wonderful- location is perfect staff are lovely"
Australia
Vanessa
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Windang Beach Tourist Park
A modern bar area with a curved counter, wooden flooring, and a stone accent wall.

2. Lakeview Hotel Motel

Lakeview Hotel Motel
3.5 star property
3.6 km from Lake Illawarra
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was excellent. Great service"
Australia
Phuong
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Lakeview Hotel Motel
A balcony with a view of the sea, white railings, and two chairs.

3. Lakeside Inn Illawarra

Lakeside Inn Illawarra
2.5 star property
Windang, 3 km from Lake Illawarra
7.2 out of 10, Good, (609 reviews)
"Cabin on quite water front, staff very helpful"
Australia
Christine
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a fence, with buildings in the background.

4. Shellharbour Resort

Shellharbour Resort
3.5 star property
Shellharbour, 3.5 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, Good, (432 reviews)
"Good location"
Australia
Lucien
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Shellharbour Resort
A beach with a wooden fence, sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

5. Shellharbour Holiday Village

Shellharbour Holiday Village
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, Good, (27 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 €75
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Shellharbour Holiday Village
An aerial view of a residential area with a large building featuring solar panels, a swimming pool, and a well-maintained lawn.

6. Golf Place Inn

Golf Place Inn
3.5 star property
4.2 km from Lake Illawarra
7.4 out of 10, Good, (696 reviews)
"Next door to golf course. Bus at door."
Australia
Doug
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Golf Place Inn
An indoor seating area with tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.

7. The Oaks Hotel Motel

The Oaks Hotel Motel
2.5 star property
5.9 km from Lake Illawarra
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (130 reviews)
"Needed a last minute place to stay on my trip south. The staff at check-in was really friendly, the food at the pub was delicious and the hotel room was really clean with a comfortable bed. Exactly what I needed for a one night stop through!"
Australia
Jennifer
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The Oaks Hotel Motel
A room with two teal armchairs, a small white table, and a window with horizontal blinds.

8. Shellharbour Village Motel

Shellharbour Village Motel
4.0 star property
Shellharbour, 4.2 km from Lake Illawarra
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (324 reviews)
"Very quiet motel, close to restaurants and beach. Great staff, I recommend this motel."
Australia
Mark
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Shellharbour Village Motel
A hotel sign with the name "FIVE ISLANDS HOTEL" in bold letters.

9. Five Islands Hotel

Five Islands Hotel
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, Good, (387 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
SONNY
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Five Islands Hotel
A residential area with houses, a playground, and a small building with a covered porch.

10. 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, Wonderful, (86 reviews)
"It is a close walk for cafes and restaurants and a really lovely place to enjoy"
Australia
Chris
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
NRMA Shellharbour Beachside Holiday Park
Exterior

11. Nan Tien Temple Pilgrim Lodge

Nan Tien Temple Pilgrim Lodge
3.0 star property
8.4 km from Lake Illawarra
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Great place to stay. Directions to get there are a bit vague but other than that all good."
Australia
Mose
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Nan Tien Temple Pilgrim Lodge
A bar area with wooden paneling, multiple hanging pendant lights, and shelves stocked with bottles.

12. Unanderra Hotel

Unanderra Hotel
2.0 star property
9.9 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, Good, (112 reviews)
"Easy parking, great meals, comfortable bed."
Australia
Leon
The price is €45
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Unanderra Hotel
A modern indoor courtyard with a curved seating area, a wooden bench, and a small table with chairs.

13. Nova Kiama

Nova Kiama
3.5 star property
14.6 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (831 reviews)
"The room was very clean with great shower. Parking very convenient and location to the blowholes, pub and cafes perfect. Great stay. Highly recommend"
Australia
Karen
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Nova Kiama
A corner building with multiple levels, featuring a dining area with tables and chairs, and signs indicating a front bar and dining room.

14. Grand Hotel Kiama

Grand Hotel Kiama
2.0 star property
14.6 km from Lake Illawarra
7.6 out of 10, Good, (102 reviews)
"Good place to stay for a week end, the people are very Nice !"
France
Maxime
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Grand Hotel Kiama
A hotel room with two beds, a large beach view painting, and a nightstand with a lamp.

15. Coniston Hotel Wollongong

Coniston Hotel Wollongong
3.0 star property
11.8 km from Lake Illawarra
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (415 reviews)
"Great location, staff really nice and a good quiet room. Nice one"
United Kingdom
Craig
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Coniston Hotel Wollongong
A restaurant with wicker chairs and tables, large windows offering a view of a golf course.

16. Best Western Plus Wollongong Golf Club

Best Western Plus Wollongong Golf Club
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"We had a room with a separate bedroom which was great. Having a balcony which looked over the Golf course and out to sea was definitely a lovely feature. We would be definitely keen to stay there again."
Australia
Lawrence
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Best Western Plus Wollongong Golf Club
A spacious indoor area with high ceilings and large windows, featuring multiple tables and chairs arranged for dining or socializing.

17. Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
4.5 star property
North Wollongong, 14.7 km from Lake Illawarra
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Caralyn
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
A restaurant with wooden beams, large windows, and a mix of booths and tables.

18. Sage Hotel Wollongong

Sage Hotel Wollongong
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13.1 km from Lake Illawarra
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay- staff were very helpful"
Australia
Amanda
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Sage Hotel Wollongong
A hotel room with a bed, pillows, a nightstand, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

19. Solomon Inn Wollongong

Solomon Inn Wollongong
3.0 star property
11.3 km from Lake Illawarra
7.6 out of 10, Good, (744 reviews)
"You can park right in front of your room. Convienient and close to everything. I like the fact that it has a microwave oven and toaster for cooking,biscuits,coffee and tea facilities. The price is affordable compared to other accomodation in Wollongong."
Australia
nicole
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Solomon Inn Wollongong
A modern house with a covered porch, large windows, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

20. Discovery Parks - Gerroa

Discovery Parks - Gerroa
3.5 star property
25.7 km from Lake Illawarra
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (919 reviews)
"It was a lovely cabin, so peaceful and well looked after."
Australia
Michelle
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Discovery Parks - Gerroa
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Compare popular hotels in Lake Illawarra

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A beach with waves, a sandy shore, and a rocky cliff.
Windang Beach Tourist Park
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
213 reviews
View
A room with two teal armchairs, a small white table, and a window with horizontal blinds.
Shellharbour Village Motel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
324 reviews
View
A modern bar area with a curved counter, wooden flooring, and a stone accent wall.
Lakeview Hotel Motel
3.5 star property
8.4
Very good
1,001 reviews
View
An indoor seating area with tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.
The Oaks Hotel Motel
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
130 reviews
View
A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a fence, with buildings in the background.
Shellharbour Resort
3.5 star property
7.8
Good
432 reviews
View

Where to stay in Lake Illawarra

Find the best Lake Illawarra areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A rugged coastline with rocky terrain and sparse vegetation.

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.

A coastal town at dusk with a prominent white lighthouse, rocky shoreline, and illuminated buildings.

Wollongong CBD

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

A coastal town with a beach, dense forest, and a mountain in the background.

Thirroul

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

A coastal landscape with a clear blue sky, a sandy beach, and a wooden boardwalk leading to the water.
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Shell Cove

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

A beach with a sunset, rocky shoreline, and a row of wooden structures.

Bulli

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

Top Lake Illawarra Hotel Reviews

Nova Kiama

Nova Kiama

10/10 Excellent
"It was a lovely hotel with great amenities and helpful staff. The outdoor pool was our favourite part of our trip. It is in a great location and you can't hear the trains, which was really good. Love this place and will return again and again."
Isabella 4-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Nova Kiama

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.