Located close to Wollongong Botanic Garden and WIN Stadium, The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) provides laundry facilities and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
Free self parking
Smoke-free premises
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 64 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
Showers and shampoo
32-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
Wardrobes/closets, communal kitchens, and refrigerators
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (10:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk, key retrieval
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
Parking height restrictions apply
National rating
This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.
Property is also known as
Flinders Motel Wollongong
Flinders Motel
Flinders Wollongong
Flinders Motel Motel
Flinders Motel Wollongong
Flinders Motel Motel Wollongong
Frequently asked questions
Is The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Where is The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) located?
Located in Wollongong CBD, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of North Wollongong Beach, Wollongong Botanic Garden, and WIN Stadium. Wollongong Golf Club and Jamberoo Action Park are also within 20 mi (32 km). North Wollongong Station is 6 minutes by foot and Wollongong Station is 22 minutes.
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The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) Reviews
Reviews
7.2
Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 595 reviews
10 - Excellent
126
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 595 reviews
8 - Good
218
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 595 reviews
6 - Okay
156
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 595 reviews
4 - Poor
63
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 595 reviews
2 - Terrible
32
7.8/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
6.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10
Everything was good except bathroom door squeaked
needs WD40. Annoying at night especially.
Barbara
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10
Nice place in the middle of wollongong
Shonik
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
6/10
Close to the city
Well appointed room with everything that is necessary
Quiet with little road noise
The owners are renovating the rather tired decor
Alison
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
10/10
Easy to get to and close to everything
Kay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10
Good Bed, Good Shower and Good Price.
Paul
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10
Clean and comfortable.
Ross
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
8/10
All good but would be nice if we had a microwave and a toaster in the room.
Raymond
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
2/10
Overpriced for what u get
Garry
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
6/10
It's about to undergo renovation which is great. At the moment it's somewhat run down but was absolutely fine for an overnight stay. Staff at reception really nice and welcoming.
Susan
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10
Staff were lovely and friendly, the Thai restaurant was very good, excellent food.
Hazel
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
8/10
Staff welcoming, aircon good as was a hot day.
Karen
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
8/10
Would recommend for an affordable place to stay within walking distance to CBD and beach. Bed and bathroom were clean.
Rebecca
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
8/10
Typical motel for the price, very friendly and helpful managers recommended the asian restaurant next door and that was very good. Comfortable stay.
Sharon
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
8/10
You get what you pay for, a basic accommodation, a little dated in looks but a comfy clean bed and Chinese restaurant on site
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
8/10
Good location, looking very dated...
Mark
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
6/10
Was ok place to stay, rooms are old. House keeping partly serviced rooms each day.
Irene
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
10/10
Great customer service comfortable setting. Will stay there again in the future.
Andrew
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
6/10
Asian restaurant was great
Peter
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10
Close to Wollongong itself, very handy, very affordable
Paul
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
8/10
Friendly and helpful staff felt welcomed and enjoyed my stay
Graeme
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
8/10
Clean room
PARDEEP
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10
Nice and close to town, easily walkable. Clean and comfortable rooms
Paul
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
8/10
Love that Asian/Thai restaurant, really nice food and service
yang
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
8/10
Good facility, excellent staff.
Ruowei
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
4/10
Booked two rooms sleeping 6 adults. Called 4 days prior to ask for early checkin, identified one room slept 3 and other 2, 1 bed space short. Addressed by reception or so I thought until we checked in only to find 1 bed short. Changed to another room that slept 3 however airconditooning not working and room had a damp smell…..not a pleasant stay given 33-35 degree weekend temps. Hotel presents clean however run down and requires renovation throughout.