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An outdoor patio area with picnic tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and planters.

A modern bar area with multiple screens displaying sports and news, bar stools, and a counter.

A modern lounge with wooden tables, comfortable seating, a large mural, and a projector screen.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There are two paintings on the walls, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

1. Nightcap at the Charles Hotel

Fairy Meadow, 3.1 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Caillean

₩117,783

₩129,561 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with two beds, a large beach view painting, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A multi-story building with a curved roof, a parking lot, and several adjacent houses.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a colorful geometric pillow, and a dark coffee table.

A dining area with wooden tables and white chairs, a plate of food, and two potted plants.

2. Coniston Hotel Wollongong

5.2 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Jinglu

₩137,309

₩151,040 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern gym with exercise equipment, large windows, and a wooden floor.

A modern multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, balconies, and a gas station in the background.

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, seating area with sofas, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

3. Quality Suites Pioneer Sands

Fairy Meadow, 4.1 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Stuart

₩136,885

₩150,574 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A restaurant with wooden beams, large windows, and a mix of booths and tables.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a clear blue pool.

A narrow corridor with large windows, leading to a room with a desk and chair, and a view of the cityscape.

A beach with a lighthouse on a cliff, waves crashing onto the shore, and footprints in the sand.

4. Sage Hotel Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 5.3 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Sean

₩140,360

₩154,396 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a mirror, and a bench.

A lobby with two red leather chairs, a white table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a mirror on the left.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view of trees.

A staircase with patterned carpet and a handrail, leading to a room with a door and a wall-mounted shelf with items.

5. The Belmore Apartments Hotel

Wollongong CBD, 4.7 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Annette

₩151,458

₩166,604 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern spa entrance with a wooden bench inside, large potted plants, and a blue wall.

A modern staircase with white railings leading to an upper level.

A lounge area with a wicker chair, a cushioned bench, and a cactus plant.

A wooden deck with a round table and two wicker chairs, a white railing, and a view of a pool and indoor area.

6. Surfside 22

Wollongong CBD, 5.2 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

anita

₩179,265

₩197,191 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern building with a sign reading "Wellington Apartments." It features a flat roof, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern building with balconies and a white exterior.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a carpeted floor, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, and a coffee table.

7. Wollongong Serviced Apartments

Wollongong CBD, 4.6 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Amanda

₩159,432

₩175,375 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, seating, and a large window offering a view.

An outdoor cafe area with tables and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a modern building facade.

A neatly made bed with white linens and a beige knitted blanket, a magazine on the bed, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a white armchair, and a coffee table. There are several potted plants and a large window providing a view of the city.

8. Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 4.4 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Kristi

₩125,231

₩137,754 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An indoor seating area with tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.

A hotel room with a bed, two white towels, a view of a patio with a table and chairs, and a green fence.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, multiple seating areas, and a bar.

9. The Oaks Hotel Motel

19.7 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Anne

₩138,072

₩151,879 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A deck with outdoor seating, a table, and a view of the ocean.

A person sunbathing on a striped lounge chair by a swimming pool.

A spacious lobby with a central bar area, large windows, and a high ceiling with a skylight.

10. Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

North Wollongong, 4.3 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Suman

₩219,525

₩241,477 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern balcony with a sofa set, a round table, and a bottle of champagne.

A modern multi-story building with a prominent sign for 'argó Serviced Apartments' at 65 Church Street.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and bar stools.

A marina with multiple boats docked, a lighthouse, and rocky shoreline.

11. Argo Serviced Apartments

Wollongong CBD, 4.4 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Jason

₩177,205

₩194,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A wooden sauna with benches and wall-mounted lights.

A multi-story building with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a ground-level commercial area.

A modern gym with cardio equipment, weight machines, and a mirrored wall reflecting the city view.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a seating area with a table and chairs, and a balcony with a city view.

12. Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 4.8 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Joseph

₩186,469

₩205,116 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A golf cart on a green field with a flag in the distance.

A conference room with a long table, red upholstered chairs, a laptop, and a wine rack in the background.

13. Best Western Plus Hotel Wollongong Golf Club

Wollongong CBD, 5.2 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Professor Catherine

₩196,640

₩216,304 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A paved driveway leading to a building with a covered walkway.

A motel sign with the name 'Solomon Inn Motel' and a phone number.

14. Solomon Inn Motel Figtree

5 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Renee

₩143,204

₩157,524 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a balcony with a railing.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, potted plants, and a view of the outside.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A parking lot with several cars, a blue building with a red roof, and a palm tree.

15. Boat Harbour Motel

Wollongong CBD, 4.8 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Stephen

₩135,610

₩149,176 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A hotel room with two beds, each with a grey headboard, white bedding, and a small bedside table with a lamp.

A hallway with a black door labeled "STAFF ONLY," a potted plant, a bench, and a small table with a plant.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a television displaying a streaming service interface, a small refrigerator, and a window with a view of a fence.

A close-up of a glass with a beverage, surrounded by food items like fries and lemon slices.

16. Harp Hotel

Wollongong CBD, 4.9 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Mark

₩128,960

₩141,856 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A bar area with wooden paneling, multiple hanging pendant lights, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, and a wardrobe.

Neatly folded white towels and a bottle of lotion on a white bed.

A banquet hall with multiple tables, chairs, and a reception area with a sign.

17. Unanderra Hotel

6.5 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Leon

₩61,926

₩68,119 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A balcony with a view of the city and the sea, furnished with a sofa, chairs, and a table.

A rooftop infinity pool with two wicker lounge chairs and a sunbed, overlooking a cityscape.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

A gym with exercise equipment, benches, and a large window providing a view of the outside.

18. KULA Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 4.6 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Nima

₩260,888

₩310,286 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel sign with the name "FIVE ISLANDS HOTEL" in bold letters.

A bar with three glasses of beer in front of a tap with various beer labels.

A bar area with wooden stools, a counter with a display of bottles, and a sign indicating a sports lounge.

A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and a red pillow. There are two bedside tables with lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

19. Five Islands Hotel

7.9 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

SONNY

₩86,199

₩94,819 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern bar area with a curved counter, wooden flooring, and a stone accent wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a coffee machine, a TV, and a trash bin.

A building entrance with a glass door, a security camera, and two signs on the wall.

An outdoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a large umbrella providing shade.

20. Lakeview Hotel Motel

18.8 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Chester

₩148,327

₩163,161 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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Compare popular hotels close to Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Nightcap at the Charles Hotel	8.6 Excellent 166 reviews	View
Coniston Hotel Wollongong	9.0 Wonderful 410 reviews	View
Quality Suites Pioneer Sands	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Sage Hotel Wollongong	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
The Belmore Apartments Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens Hotel Reviews

Unanderra Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"convenient place to stay on a budget. Comfortable Bed and nice clean linen. nice big TV. Some of the other furniture was worn but not a problem. Not much noise at all considering it’s a hotel and on a weekend. Parking no problem out the front. The women's shared bathroom was clean enough. Front of house were so nice and helpful. I would definitely stay here again."

The Belmore Apartments Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"👍"

Five Islands Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms and easy to access"

Sage Hotel Wollongong

10/10 Excellent

"Sage Hotel Wollongong is one of the best hotels we’ve stayed at, largely because of the five-star customer service. The staff were fantastic—welcoming, friendly and always happy to help. The hotel itself is lovely. Our room was spacious and clean, with amazing views, and the beach is right next door. It’s also an easy walk to plenty of cafés and restaurants. The buffet breakfast offered was great. Good variety and range of options. Yummy breakfast! I’d definitely recommend Sage Hotel Wollongong. The customer service is second to none!"

Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong

10/10 Excellent

"great room, great amenities."

KULA Wollongong

8/10 Good

"Kula is a lovely property. The apartments are well presented, spacious and comfortable. The location is also great and walkable to the beach and mall. There were some issues with one of the lifts not working, however the team communicated quickly and clearly and it was rectified the next day. I would suggest the addition of stoppers on all of the doors, as they bang onto the wardrobe mirrors and could cause breakage. There is also one needed on the outside of the mirror bathroom cabinet. The balcony was great however unusable for most of the day as it was in full sun until the afternoon. Some shutters or shade to protect part of it would be great. The pool area was lovely and clean however a bit too cool for a swim. Overall a beautiful property and great value."

Argo Serviced Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Check in staff very welcoming, room was clean, parking was safe and secure."

Solomon Inn Wollongong

10/10 Excellent

"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."

Coniston Hotel Wollongong

10/10 Excellent

"It’s a great spot to stay"

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Wollongong Botanic Garden

8.8/10 (9 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Wollongong Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Wollongong. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Mount Keira

8.8/10 (88 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Keira during your travels in Wollongong. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Wollongong Conservatorium of Music

You can get tickets for a performance at Wollongong Conservatorium of Music during your trip to Wollongong. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Beaton Park Leisure Centre

Enjoy an outing to Beaton Park Leisure Centre during your stay in Wollongong.

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Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium during your travels in Wollongong. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Brokers Nose

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Brokers Nose during your travels in Cataract.

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Fairy Meadow Beach Park

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Fairy Meadow Beach Park, a lovely green space in Wollongong. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Towradgi Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Towradgi Beach during your trip to Wollongong? Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens?

Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens is located in Wollongong. You'll find 132 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens?

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 4 bars and a restaurant. It's located 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens. Other good options within a few miles include Sage Hotel Wollongong and Hotel TOTTO Wollongong.

How many hotels are there close to Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens?

Expedia has 132 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens.

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What can I see and do near Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium and Illawarra Museum. Sights like Flagstaff Hill Fort and Breakwater Lighthouse highlight some of the local culture. You can wander around Fairy Meadow Beach Park, Stuart Park, or Wollongong Botanic Garden if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens hotels

1. Nightcap at the Charles Hotel

2. Coniston Hotel Wollongong

3. Quality Suites Pioneer Sands

4. Sage Hotel Wollongong

5. The Belmore Apartments Hotel

6. Surfside 22

7. Wollongong Serviced Apartments

8. Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

9. The Oaks Hotel Motel

10. Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

11. Argo Serviced Apartments

12. Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong

13. Best Western Plus Hotel Wollongong Golf Club

14. Solomon Inn Motel Figtree

15. Boat Harbour Motel

16. Harp Hotel

17. Unanderra Hotel

18. KULA Wollongong

19. Five Islands Hotel

20. Lakeview Hotel Motel

Compare popular hotels close to Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Top Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens Hotel Reviews

Unanderra Hotel

The Belmore Apartments Hotel

Five Islands Hotel

Sage Hotel Wollongong

Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong

KULA Wollongong

Argo Serviced Apartments

Solomon Inn Wollongong

Coniston Hotel Wollongong

Other attractions near Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Wollongong Botanic Garden

Mount Keira

Wollongong Conservatorium of Music

Beaton Park Leisure Centre

Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

Brokers Nose

Fairy Meadow Beach Park

Towradgi Beach

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