Clifton

Wollongong

A coastal highway with cliffs and ocean waves.
A coastal bridge with clear turquoise waters and rocky terrain.
A coastal highway curving along a cliffside, with clear blue waters and rocky terrain.
An aerial view of a coastal road with a bridge spanning a rocky shoreline and clear turquoise waters.
A coastal highway with a bridge over the ocean, surrounded by cliffs and greenery.

Stay near popular Clifton attractions

Sea Cliff Bridge

9.2/5 (360 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Wollongong when you stop by Sea Cliff Bridge. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Walk the Sea Cliff bridge

Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Wildlife Small Group

P12,081
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Wildlife Small Group
From Sydney: Day Tour to Jervis Bay with Beaches and Koalas

From Sydney: Day Tour to Jervis Bay with Beaches and Koalas

P10,106
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Sydney: Day Tour to Jervis Bay with Beaches and Koalas
Walking to Marley Beach

Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo

P18,550
per adult
Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo
Sydney South Coast and Highlands Private Tour

Sydney South Coast and Highlands Private Tour

P17,950
per adult
Sydney South Coast and Highlands Private Tour
Royal National Park Guided Hike - Wattamolla and Garie Beach

Royal National Park Guided Hike - Wattamolla and Garie Beach

P6,426
per adult
Royal National Park Guided Hike - Wattamolla and Garie Beach
Incredible black lava rock formations

Erupting Blowholes and Ancient Rainforests SOUTH COAST OF SYDNEY PRIVATE TOUR

P32,216
per adult
Erupting Blowholes and Ancient Rainforests SOUTH COAST OF SYDNEY PRIVATE TOUR
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Top hotels in Clifton

Sage Hotel Wollongong

Sage Hotel Wollongong

4 out of 5
60/62 Harbour Street Wollongong NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P6,563 per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
P6,563
P7,219 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Good location, easy walking distance to CBD"

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

Sage Hotel Wollongong
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

4.5 out of 5
2-14 Cliff Road North Wollongong NSW
The price is P10,378 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
P10,378
P11,416 total
Jun 29 - Jun 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy a beach locale, 4 bars/lounges, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Rydges Cronulla Beachside

Rydges Cronulla Beachside

4 out of 5
20-26 The Kingsway Cronulla NSW
The price is P8,141 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
P8,141
P8,955 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and free bicycles on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in a perfect location. Comfortable, clean, tidy, modern room. Right across the road from the beach. Friendly, helpful staff. Underground parking was tight, but safe."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026

Rydges Cronulla Beachside
Maclin Lodge Motel

Maclin Lodge Motel

3 out of 5
38 Queen Street Campbelltown NSW
The price is P5,555 per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
P5,555
P6,111 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Surprising and unexpected quality accomodation for a more than reasonable price."

Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026

Maclin Lodge Motel
Quest Cronulla Beach

Quest Cronulla Beach

4 out of 5
1 Kingsway Cronulla NSW
The price is P8,719 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P8,719
P9,591 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (807 reviews)
"I recently spent three nights at Quest Cronulla and really enjoyed my stay. The location is excellent, with the beach and some great coastal walks right on the doorstep. ​The room was clean and well-kept, and the staff were all very friendly and helpful. While the nearby pub can be a bit noisy late ..."

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2026

Quest Cronulla Beach
Five Islands Hotel

Five Islands Hotel

3 out of 5
87-93 Five Islands Rd Cringila NSW
The price is P3,922 per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
P3,922
P4,314 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free parking, 2 bars/lounges, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (359 reviews)
"It was good"

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2026

Five Islands Hotel
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Where to stay in Clifton

Find the best Clifton areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
Panorama view from Bass Point Reserve across Pacific Ocean to Mystics Beach on Minnamurra and spit with Saddleback Mountain in distance, Shellharbour, New South Wales Australia

Shellharbour

Shellharbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shellharbour South Beach and North Beach.

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.

Nusa Lembongan

Bulli

Bulli is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Sandon Point Beach.

Approaching rain over Illawarra Escarpment

Thirroul

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

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Shell Cove

Travelers like the golf courses in Shell Cove, and The Farm is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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