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Our top choices for Lake Illawarra hotels

A balcony with a view of the sea, white railings, and two chairs.

1. Lakeside Inn Illawarra

Lakeside Inn Illawarra
2.5 star property
Windang, 3 km from Lake Illawarra
7.2 out of 10, Good, (606 reviews)
"great place to stay clean room great airconditioning/heater and a great shower"
Australia
James
The price is ₩144,089
₩158,498 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
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)
"Clean rooms helpful staff"
Canada
Chester
The price is ₩148,327
₩163,161 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Lakeview Hotel Motel
A beach with waves, a sandy shore, and a rocky cliff.

3. 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)
"Clean room, very close to the beach, staff is very friendly. No WiFi. 😢"
Australia
Tianya
The price is ₩169,207
₩169,207 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Windang Beach Tourist Park
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, (427 reviews)
"Rooms very clean. Definitely stay again."
Australia
Natalina
The price is ₩150,425
₩165,467 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Shellharbour Resort
A room with two teal armchairs, a small white table, and a window with horizontal blinds.

5. Shellharbour Village Motel

Shellharbour Village Motel
4.0 star property
Shellharbour, 4.2 km from Lake Illawarra
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (321 reviews)
"Very nice will definitely stay their again"
Australia
Mark
The price is ₩177,620
₩195,382 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Shellharbour Village Motel
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, (688 reviews)
"Reception and handy man, cleaning staff are nice"
Australia
Anne
The price is ₩136,165
₩149,781 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Golf Place Inn
A beach with a wooden fence, sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

7. Shellharbour Holiday Village

Shellharbour Holiday Village
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, Good, (20 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 ₩112,882
₩112,882 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Shellharbour Holiday Village
An indoor seating area with tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.

8. The Oaks Hotel Motel

The Oaks Hotel Motel
2.5 star property
5.9 km from Lake Illawarra
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (126 reviews)
"Room very close to parking. Great surroundings. Nice and tidy room. Only regreat no hot water jug and hair dryer in the room."
Australia
Partha
The price is ₩135,783
₩149,361 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
The Oaks Hotel Motel
A deck with outdoor seating, a table, and a view of the ocean.

9. Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
4.5 star property
North Wollongong, 14.7 km from Lake Illawarra
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"convenient central location. Good environment."
Australia
Suman
The price is ₩219,525
₩241,477 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
A building with a symmetrical facade, surrounded by well-manicured hedges and palm trees.

10. The Sebel Kiama

The Sebel Kiama
3.5 star property
14.1 km from Lake Illawarra
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Plenty parking lots, easy to access."
Australia
Jiahe
The price is ₩241,360
₩265,496 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
The Sebel Kiama
A restaurant with wooden beams, large windows, and a mix of booths and tables.

11. 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)
"Great location: nice breakfast, good sized room"
Australia
Sean
The price is ₩147,226
₩161,949 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Sage Hotel Wollongong
A residential area with houses, a playground, and a small building with a covered porch.

12. 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 ₩183,569
₩201,926 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
NRMA Shellharbour Beachside Holiday Park
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, (813 reviews)
"Very clean and mordern hotel, close to the blow hole"
Australia
Jin
The price is ₩151,800
₩166,982 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Nova Kiama
A wooden sauna with benches and wall-mounted lights.

14. Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong

Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong
4.5 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13.6 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,014 reviews)
"great room, great amenities."
Australia
Joseph
The price is ₩194,096
₩213,507 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong
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
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (410 reviews)
"Price is good, hotel is quite new, well value of money."
Australia
Jinglu
The price is ₩136,912
₩150,603 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Coniston Hotel Wollongong
A golf cart on a green field with a flag in the distance.

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)
"Very enjoyable stay."
Australia
Professor Catherine
The price is ₩191,430
₩210,573 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Best Western Plus Wollongong Golf Club
A hotel sign with the name "FIVE ISLANDS HOTEL" in bold letters.

17. Five Islands Hotel

Five Islands Hotel
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, Good, (380 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
SONNY
The price is ₩86,199
₩94,819 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Five Islands Hotel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a balcony with a railing.

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great little stay!"
Australia
Stephen
The price is ₩160,194
₩176,213 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Boat Harbour Motel
A modern building with a sign reading "Wellington Apartments." It features a flat roof, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

19. Wollongong Serviced Apartments

Wollongong Serviced Apartments
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13.7 km from Lake Illawarra
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (630 reviews)
"Older property, but in good condition. Rooms were clean and helpful staff. Safe underground parking and fantastic location for the city and beaches."
Australia
Rajan
The price is ₩160,194
₩176,213 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Wollongong Serviced Apartments
A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, seating, and a large window offering a view.

20. Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13.5 km from Lake Illawarra
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (668 reviews)
"Very clean and new hotel. Great location"
Australia
Kristi
The price is ₩125,231
₩137,754 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
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Where to stay in Lake Illawarra

Find the best Lake Illawarra areas and neighborhoods 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

While visiting Thirroul, you might make a stop by sights like Thirroul Beach and McCauleys 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

Travelers 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

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

10/10 Excellent
"Great location and central. Across from beach. Issues with moths they were everywhere and cockroach in our bathroom. Some of the light switches and power points didn’t work in our room. But the room looked to be recently renovated, service was great. Pool wasn’t really heated as indicated and didn’t like location of sauna inside woman’s bathroom nor that they were separate to men’s. Coukdnt have a sauna with my husband. Kids activity room was spacious and good activities. North bar menu could be expanded on a bit more too."
Tanya 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Lake Illawarra?
Travelers to Wollongong's Lake Illawarra neighborhood will be sure to enjoy a stay in this neighborhood. Are you looking for Lake Illawarra travel tips? Be sure to check out Warilla Beach and Berageree Island while you're in the neighborhood.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Lake Illawarra area?
With 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodations 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 that most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Lake Illawarra.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Lake Illawarra?
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What can I see and do in this Wollongong neighborhood?
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.