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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, (608 reviews)
"Cabin on quite water front, staff very helpful"
Australia
Christine
The price is P7,237
P7,961 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of greenery outside.

2. Lakeview Hotel Motel

Lakeview Hotel Motel
3.5 star property
3.6 km from Lake Illawarra
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was excellent. Great service"
Australia
Phuong
The price is P7,187
P7,906 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Lakeview Hotel Motel
A wooden table with a fruit and vegetable platter, a glass of orange juice, and a glass of water on a covered patio with blue railings.

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)
"Our stay was wonderful- location is perfect staff are lovely"
Australia
Vanessa
The price is P8,005
P8,005 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
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, (431 reviews)
"Good location"
Australia
Lucien
The price is P7,034
P7,737 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Shellharbour Resort
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

5. Golf Place Inn

Golf Place Inn
3.5 star property
4.2 km from Lake Illawarra
7.4 out of 10, Good, (694 reviews)
"Reception and handy man, cleaning staff are nice"
Australia
Anne
The price is P6,839
P7,523 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Golf Place Inn
A room with two teal armchairs, a small white table, and a window with horizontal blinds.

6. Shellharbour Village Motel

Shellharbour Village Motel
4.0 star property
Shellharbour, 4.2 km from Lake Illawarra
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (323 reviews)
"Very quiet motel, close to restaurants and beach. Great staff, I recommend this motel."
Australia
Mark
The price is P9,288
P10,217 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Shellharbour Village Motel
A neatly made bed with a patterned blanket, two bedside lamps, and a painting on the wall.

7. Shellharbour Holiday Village

Shellharbour Holiday Village
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Lake Illawarra
7.6 out of 10, Good, (23 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 P4,655
P4,655 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Shellharbour Holiday Village
A deck with outdoor seating, a table, and a view of the ocean.

8. Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
4.5 star property
North Wollongong, 14.7 km from Lake Illawarra
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Good location, ocean view balcony room was beautiful and spacious."
Australia
Michelle
The price is P9,944
P10,939 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

9. The Oaks Hotel Motel

The Oaks Hotel Motel
2.5 star property
5.9 km from Lake Illawarra
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (129 reviews)
"Needed a last minute place to stay on my trip south. The staff at check-in was really friendly, the food at the pub was delicious and the hotel room was really clean with a comfortable bed. Exactly what I needed for a one night stop through!"
Australia
Jennifer
The price is P6,658
P7,324 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
The Oaks Hotel Motel
A residential area with houses, a playground, and a small building with a covered porch.

10. 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 P8,744
P9,619 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
NRMA Shellharbour Beachside Holiday Park
A pool area with lounge chairs and a clear blue pool.

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, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice room, far from train station, regular breakfast."
United States
Emilia
The price is P7,688
P8,456 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Sage Hotel Wollongong
A serene park with a pond covered in lily pads, surrounded by trees and a wooden fence.

12. Nan Tien Temple Pilgrim Lodge

Nan Tien Temple Pilgrim Lodge
3.0 star property
8.4 km from Lake Illawarra
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Great place to stay. Directions to get there are a bit vague but other than that all good."
Australia
Mose
The price is P7,599
P8,359 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Nan Tien Temple Pilgrim Lodge
A puzzle on a table with pieces scattered around.

13. 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 P11,419
P12,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
The Sebel Kiama
A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a sign that reads "CIRCLE".

14. Five Islands Hotel

Five Islands Hotel
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, Good, (385 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
SONNY
The price is P4,089
P4,498 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Five Islands Hotel
A modern indoor courtyard with a curved seating area, a wooden bench, and a small table with chairs.

15. Nova Kiama

Nova Kiama
3.5 star property
14.6 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (824 reviews)
"Conveniently located, walking distance to the Blowhole, and cafes/restaurants and shopping all at your door. Easy underground parking. Lovely sunny pool area sheltered from the wind. Room was clean and tidy. Would stay here again."
Australia
Sonia
The price is P7,182
P7,900 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Nova Kiama
A hotel room with two beds, a large beach view painting, and a nightstand with a lamp.

16. Coniston Hotel Wollongong

Coniston Hotel Wollongong
3.0 star property
11.8 km from Lake Illawarra
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (414 reviews)
"Great location, staff really nice and a good quiet room. Nice one"
United Kingdom
Craig
The price is P6,839
P7,523 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Coniston Hotel Wollongong
A modern balcony with a sofa set, a round table, and a bottle of champagne.

17. Argo Serviced Apartments

Argo Serviced Apartments
3.5 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13.8 km from Lake Illawarra
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (91 reviews)
"Stayed here a few times, always clean, fresh and friendly"
Australia
Jason
The price is P8,715
P9,586 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Argo Serviced Apartments
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18. 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)
"We had a room with a separate bedroom which was great. Having a balcony which looked over the Golf course and out to sea was definitely a lovely feature. We would be definitely keen to stay there again."
Australia
Lawrence
The price is P9,851
P10,836 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Best Western Plus Wollongong Golf Club
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, and a wardrobe.

19. Unanderra Hotel

Unanderra Hotel
2.0 star property
9.9 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, Good, (110 reviews)
"Easy parking, great meals, comfortable bed."
Australia
Leon
The price is P2,938
P3,231 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Unanderra Hotel
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.

20. 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, (2,018 reviews)
"The property was very central Clean everywhere apart from the bathroom the bath and grouting around but would stay again as it was in a perfect position"
Australia
Alan
The price is P9,270
P10,197 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong
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Compare popular hotels in Lake Illawarra

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A wooden table with a fruit and vegetable platter, a glass of orange juice, and a glass of water on a covered patio with blue railings.
Windang Beach Tourist Park
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
213 reviews
View
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of greenery outside.
Lakeview Hotel Motel
3.5 star property
8.4
Very good
1,000 reviews
View
A room with two teal armchairs, a small white table, and a window with horizontal blinds.
Shellharbour Village Motel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
323 reviews
View
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
The Oaks Hotel Motel
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
129 reviews
View
A residential area with houses, a playground, and a small building with a covered porch.
NRMA Shellharbour Beachside Holiday Park
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
86 reviews
View

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

Nova Kiama

Nova Kiama

10/10 Excellent
"I stayed here as a solo traveler. The hotel is located right next to the train station, with many shops and cafés nearby. It included a kitchen, which allowed me to relax in the room and prepare my own meals. The kitchen appliances were very stylish, and their color scheme harmonized perfectly with the rest of the room, creating a clean and polished atmosphere."
Chiyoko 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Nova Kiama

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.
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.

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