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

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Our top choices for Lake Illawarra hotels

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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, (212 reviews)
"Nice holiday park. Good location, good fishing spot. No WiFi, no dishwasher is a disadvantage."
Australia
Fan
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Windang Beach Tourist Park
Exterior

2. Lakeside Inn Illawarra

Lakeside Inn Illawarra
2.5 star property
Windang, 3 km from Lake Illawarra
7.2 out of 10, Good, (595 reviews)
"The room and the service of the staff was perfect. The price is good for the type of room I stayed in. I would stay there again without hesitation."
Australia
Eric
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
Beach nearby

3. Shellharbour Holiday Village

Shellharbour Holiday Village
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Lake Illawarra
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (16 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
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Shellharbour Holiday Village
Sports bar

4. Lakeview Hotel Motel

Lakeview Hotel Motel
3.5 star property
3.6 km from Lake Illawarra
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great hospitality and facilities "
Australia
Gary
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Lakeview Hotel Motel
Restaurant

5. The Oaks Hotel Motel

The Oaks Hotel Motel
2.5 star property
5.9 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (117 reviews)
"Super friendly staff and great meals. Would definitely stay again!"
Australia
DAVID
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
The Oaks Hotel Motel
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM, pool loungers

6. Shellharbour Resort

Shellharbour Resort
3.5 star property
Shellharbour, 3.5 km from Lake Illawarra
7.6 out of 10, Good, (425 reviews)
"Great place, great steaks! "
Australia
Ron
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Shellharbour Resort
Exterior

7. Golf Place Inn

Golf Place Inn
3.5 star property
4.2 km from Lake Illawarra
7.4 out of 10, Good, (680 reviews)
"Clean and stylish rooms Helpful staff Parking close to rooms Would highly recommend a stay"
Australia
Kellie
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Golf Place Inn
Children’s play area – outdoor

8. 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)
"Great location, good amenities and friendly staff."
Australia
Gordon
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
NRMA Shellharbour Beachside Holiday Park
Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

9. Shellharbour Village Motel

Shellharbour Village Motel
4.0 star property
Shellharbour, 4.2 km from Lake Illawarra
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (319 reviews)
"A great place to stay"
Australia
Michelle
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Shellharbour Village Motel
Exterior

10. Five Islands Hotel

Five Islands Hotel
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, Good, (365 reviews)
"Great location, great staff and a great pub"
Australia
John
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Five Islands Hotel
Restaurant

11. Unanderra Hotel

Unanderra Hotel
2.0 star property
9.9 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, Good, (97 reviews)
"Easy parking, great meals, comfortable bed."
Australia
Leon
The price is €49
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Unanderra Hotel
Twin Single Room

12. Coniston Hotel Wollongong

Coniston Hotel Wollongong
3.0 star property
11.8 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (405 reviews)
"Price is good, hotel is quite new, well value of money."
Australia
Jinglu
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Coniston Hotel Wollongong
Courtyard

13. Nova Kiama

Nova Kiama
3.5 star property
14.6 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (796 reviews)
"Clean room , staff extremely pleasant Hotel central to every thing 2 nd time staying at the Nova"
Australia
Pat
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Nova Kiama
King Room

14. Solomon Inn Wollongong

Solomon Inn Wollongong
3.0 star property
11.3 km from Lake Illawarra
7.6 out of 10, Good, (741 reviews)
"The friendliness of staff and cleanliness of accommodation the location was convient"
Australia
Julie
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Solomon Inn Wollongong
Executive Two Bedroom

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, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean slightly dated accommodation Helpful staff ,easy off street parking . Good affordable stay"
Australia
Gordon
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
The Belmore Apartments Hotel
Dining

16. Figtree Hotel

Figtree Hotel
2.5 star property
11.4 km from Lake Illawarra
7.2 out of 10, Good, (182 reviews)
"Very clean room and very comfortable bed. Friendly staff and value for money."
Australia
James
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Figtree Hotel
Standard Room, Balcony (Saleyard Motel Room)

17. Jamberoo Pub & Saleyard Motel

Jamberoo Pub & Saleyard Motel
2.5 star property
14.1 km from Lake Illawarra
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (250 reviews)
"Great pub and atmosphere staff very friendly and helpful Rooms standard but clean"
Australia
Clare
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Jamberoo Pub & Saleyard Motel
Ocean View Queen

18. Boat Harbour Motel

Boat Harbour Motel
3.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 14 km from Lake Illawarra
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Great proximity to the harbour and entertainment centre"
Australia
Tina
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Boat Harbour Motel
Restaurant

19. Sage Hotel Wollongong

Sage Hotel Wollongong
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13.1 km from Lake Illawarra
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 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 €95
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Sage Hotel Wollongong
Signature Apartment, Multiple Beds

20. Harp Hotel

Harp Hotel
2.5 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13.5 km from Lake Illawarra
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (551 reviews)
"Great location . Beds comfy. Good rate ."
Australia
Kath
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Harp Hotel
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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 rocky beach with tide pools and wooden structures along the shore.

Bulli

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

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 Links Shell Cove Golf Course is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Top Lake Illawarra Hotel Reviews

Harp Hotel

Harp Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Centrally located in Wollongong. Great spot"
Paul 2-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Harp Hotel

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. Another good option for your stay in the neighbourhood is Sunny Shores Retreat –Private Pool & Pet friendly.
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.