The Best Hotels Closest to Wollongong City Beach in Wollongong for 2026

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

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a coffee table, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.

1. Argo Serviced Apartments

Wollongong CBD, 1.3 km from Wollongong City Beach

Dilshara

₩194,478

₩213,926 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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, white curtains, a large window, and a view of trees.

A patio area with a round table and two wicker chairs, a sliding glass door leading to a living room with a sofa and chairs, and a tiled floor.

2. Wollongong Serviced Apartments

Wollongong CBD, 1.1 km from Wollongong City Beach

Corinne and Peter

₩152,932

₩168,225 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, wooden paneling, and a bar area with a variety of bottles.

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.

3. Coniston Hotel Wollongong

1.8 km from Wollongong City Beach

Jinglu

₩145,534

₩160,087 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

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

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a light wood finish cabinetry.

4. KULA Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 1.1 km from Wollongong City Beach

Joanne

₩228,764

₩276,483 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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

A reception desk with a vase of flowers, a framed picture, and a brochure stand.

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

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

5. The Belmore Apartments Hotel

Wollongong CBD, 1.1 km from Wollongong City Beach

Gordon

₩144,436

₩158,880 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

A modern hotel with a prominent 'QUEST' sign, a visible address, and a street view with passing traffic.

6. Quest Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 1 km from Wollongong City Beach

Mark Vincent

₩202,446

₩222,691 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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.

7. Sage Hotel Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 0.3 km from Wollongong City Beach

Alison

₩149,599

₩164,559 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

A table with breakfast dishes, a water bottle, and a glass.

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

8. Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

North Wollongong, 2 km from Wollongong City Beach

Larna

₩215,906

₩237,497 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

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

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

9. Harp Hotel

Wollongong CBD, 0.8 km from Wollongong City Beach

Lynley Victoria

₩137,449

₩151,194 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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

A hotel entrance with a glass door, a no smoking sign, and a sign indicating office hours.

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.

10. Boat Harbour Motel

Wollongong CBD, 1.2 km from Wollongong City Beach

Tina

₩144,535

₩158,994 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

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

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.

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

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

11. Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 1.2 km from Wollongong City Beach

Kristi

₩144,721

₩159,193 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the city through floor-to-ceiling windows, and a balcony with a railing.

A multi-story building with balconies, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, two armchairs, a round coffee table with a plant, and a large wall mural of a forest.

A large bed with white and teal pillows, a dark headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

12. Mantra Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 1.5 km from Wollongong City Beach

Shane

₩169,925

₩186,917 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A small kitchenette with a refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a trash bin.

13. The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)

Wollongong CBD, 1.9 km from Wollongong City Beach

TANYA M

₩152,444

₩167,688 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

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

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

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

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.

14. Quality Suites Pioneer Sands

Fairy Meadow, 4.9 km from Wollongong City Beach

Joan

₩153,574

₩168,931 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A room with two teal armchairs, a small white table, and a window with horizontal blinds.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a view of the outside.

A room with a round table, two white chairs, a small white vase with greenery, and a view of buildings through sheer curtains.

A well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers, a palm tree, and a building with a covered walkway.

15. Shellharbour Village Motel

Shellharbour, 16.6 km from Wollongong City Beach

Michelle

₩171,644

₩188,805 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white table with a plant, and a grey carpet.

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

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

16. The Oaks Hotel Motel

17.6 km from Wollongong City Beach

DAVID

₩143,907

₩158,298 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard, bedside lamps, and a rolled towel on the bed.

A kitchenette with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a cabinet with a tissue box.

A small bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and a white cabinet above it.

A paved driveway leading to a row of motel-style buildings with a green lawn and trees on the left.

17. Solomon Inn Motel Figtree

4.3 km from Wollongong City Beach

Jodi

₩152,821

₩168,103 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

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

A modern interior with a staircase, a desk, and a mirror.

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

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

18. Nightcap at the Charles Hotel

Fairy Meadow, 4.4 km from Wollongong City Beach

Caillean

₩107,682

₩118,450 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

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.

19. Lakeview Hotel Motel

16.1 km from Wollongong City Beach

Rimon

₩158,090

₩173,899 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A beach with a wooden fence, sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

A neatly made bed with a patterned blanket, two bedside lamps, and a painting on the wall.

A small, single-story mobile home with a balcony and a porch.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a small table, a TV, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

20. Shellharbour Holiday Village

15.2 km from Wollongong City Beach

Larissa

₩121,594

₩123,418 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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Compare popular hotels close to Wollongong City Beach

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Argo Serviced Apartments	9.8 Exceptional 83 reviews	View
Wollongong Serviced Apartments	9.2 Wonderful 614 reviews	View
Coniston Hotel Wollongong	9.0 Wonderful 406 reviews	View
KULA Wollongong	9.2 Wonderful 56 reviews	View
The Belmore Apartments Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 1,007 reviews	View

Top Wollongong City Beach Hotel Reviews

Sage Hotel Wollongong

8/10 Good

"Great location to the stadium & shopping centres."

Harp Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"An older style pub hotel. Room was very clean and freshly renovated. Great location with the pub downstairs, free parking and lots of restaurants and cafes a 2 min walk."

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

10/10 Excellent

"The room , grounds and property were immaculate. Staff helpful and friendly. Brilliant little shop to pick up forgotten items or something needed. Fantastic cocktails and food and in house bars and restaurant. Our first stay , we can not recommend more highly."

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

8/10 Good

"Stayed at family room with bunker for a night. Shower room is very small and hard to use it. Staffs are very helpful but car park charges 25 dollars a night should be on wot"

Five Islands Hotel

8/10 Good

"Good staff food good only problem was the room smelt of smoke"

KULA Wollongong

10/10 Excellent

"Great location - for a weekend the availability of on street free parking is fabulous. Would suggest providing information for guests about eateries etc"

Quest Wollongong

10/10 Excellent

"Great place central to every thing , very clean, and staff very helpful"

Wollongong Surf Leisure Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was on point! Such a cute little place to stay at! Loved how it was especially safe for the kids to play anywhere. Close to everything 10/10 stay 👌"

Other attractions near Wollongong City Beach

Crown Street Mall

8.2/10 (273 reviews)

Wollongong’s pedestrianized main street is a shopping, dining and entertainment hub where you can join community events and festivities, or shop for a new look.

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Wollongong Golf Club

8.4/10 (191 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Wollongong at Wollongong Golf Club. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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WIN Stadium

8.6/10 (452 reviews)

Catch an event at WIN Stadium during your trip to Wollongong. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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WIN Entertainment Centre

8.4/10 (200 reviews)

Catch an event at WIN Entertainment Centre during your trip to Wollongong. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Illawarra Performing Arts Centre

6.8/10 (3 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Illawarra Performing Arts Centre during your stay in Wollongong. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Wollongong City Gallery

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Wollongong City Gallery in Wollongong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Illawarra Museum

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Illawarra Museum during your trip to Wollongong. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Wollongong Fish Market

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Wollongong Fish Market during your trip to Wollongong. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Wollongong City Beach?

Wollongong City Beach is located in Wollongong. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 51 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Wollongong City Beach?

Adjacent to Wollongong City Beach, Sage Hotel Wollongong is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include Harp Hotel and The Belmore Apartments Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Wollongong City Beach?

Expedia has 51 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Wollongong City Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Wollongong City Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Wollongong City Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Wollongong City Beach?

For more details about updating your stay near Wollongong City Beach or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Wollongong City Beach?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Illawarra Museum and Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium. Learn about local history at Flagstaff Hill Fort and Breakwater Lighthouse. Spend some time wandering around Stuart Park, Wollongong Botanic Garden, and Fairy Meadow Beach Park.

How can I get to Wollongong City Beach?

If you want to see more of the area, hop aboard a train from Port Kembla Station, Port Kembla North Station, or Cringila Station. There might not be many public transit choices near by Wollongong City Beach so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Wollongong City Beach hotels

1. Argo Serviced Apartments

2. Wollongong Serviced Apartments

3. Coniston Hotel Wollongong

4. KULA Wollongong

5. The Belmore Apartments Hotel

6. Quest Wollongong

7. Sage Hotel Wollongong

8. Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

9. Harp Hotel

10. Boat Harbour Motel

11. Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

12. Mantra Wollongong

13. The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)

14. Quality Suites Pioneer Sands

15. Shellharbour Village Motel

16. The Oaks Hotel Motel

17. Solomon Inn Motel Figtree

18. Nightcap at the Charles Hotel

19. Lakeview Hotel Motel

20. Shellharbour Holiday Village

Compare popular hotels close to Wollongong City Beach

Top Wollongong City Beach Hotel Reviews

Sage Hotel Wollongong

Harp Hotel

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

Five Islands Hotel

KULA Wollongong

Quest Wollongong

Wollongong Surf Leisure Resort

Other attractions near Wollongong City Beach

Crown Street Mall

Wollongong Golf Club

WIN Stadium

WIN Entertainment Centre

Illawarra Performing Arts Centre

Wollongong City Gallery

Illawarra Museum

Wollongong Fish Market

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