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
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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Bulli

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

Bulli
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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
Wollongong South Beach featuring general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as an individual femail

Port Kembla

You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Port Kembla. You might want to make time for a stop at Wollongong City Beach or Australia's Industry World.

Port Kembla
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
4.5 out of 5
2-14 Cliff Road, North Wollongong, NSW
The price is SAR 524 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
SAR 524
SAR 576 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,006 reviews)
"The view from the room was exceptional. The birds even came to say good morning with a song."

Reviewed on 4 June 2025

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Sage Hotel Wollongong
Sage Hotel Wollongong
4 out of 5
60/62 Harbour Street, Wollongong, NSW
The price is SAR 416 per night from Jun 22 to Jun 23
SAR 416
SAR 458 total
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
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)
"Convenient. Drive straight up and into the car park. Walk across the road to the beach."

Reviewed on 2 June 2025

Sage Hotel Wollongong
Nova Kiama
Nova Kiama
3.5 out of 5
31 Bong Bong St, Kiama, NSW
The price is SAR 329 per night from Jun 22 to Jun 23
SAR 329
SAR 362 total
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Kiama. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (575 reviews)
"Fresh, clean and modern. Close to everything in Kiama. Helpful and friendly reception staff. Value for money."

Reviewed on 3 June 2025

Nova Kiama
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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! (1,547 reviews)
"Wish the tv would connect to my phone"

Reviewed on 2 June 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! (532 reviews)
"Awesome"

Reviewed on 6 June 2025

Wollongong Serviced Apartments
Headlands Austinmer Beach
Headlands Austinmer Beach
4 out of 5
1 Yuruga Street, Austinmer, NSW
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (619 reviews)
"A great spot with great views of the ocean from our apartment, nice to hear the ocean. Property generally pretty well kept and apartment was spacious and reasonably well equipped."

Reviewed on 3 June 2025

Headlands Austinmer Beach
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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
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
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
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
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Symbio Wildlife Park

Why not meet the animals who call Symbio Wildlife Park home during your travels in Wollongong? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Symbio Wildlife Park