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Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for fun things to do. The beaches create an appealing natural setting, and you can enjoy attractions like the waterfront.

These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of different forms, but they have three main things in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social environment, and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).

You may be able to find reasonable rates at these Wollongong accommodations, which have good reviews from our travelers: Novotel Wollongong Northbeach - Located within a 10-minute walk of Wollongong City Beach. Guests can enjoy free parking, a nightclub, and a bar at this motel. Sage Hotel Wollongong - Located within a 20-minute walk of Wollongong City Beach. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and air conditioning at this motel. Hotel TOTTO - Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool.

Good weather’s always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 70°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 56°F. Average annual precipitation for Wollongong is 43 inches.

Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might enjoy some places near Wollongong. Get out into nature with places like Wollongong City Beach, North Wollongong Beach, and Stuart Park. Cultural attractions include Illawarra Performing Arts Centre, Illawarra Museum, and Historical Aircraft Restoration Society Museum. Visit landmarks like Flagstaff Hill Fort.

Keep this information about transit options in Wollongong in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Shellharbour, NSW (WOL), located 11.2 mi (18 km) from the city center. Another option is Sydney Airport (SYD), situated 37.1 mi (59.7 km) away. Once you’re on the ground, you might want to make use of public transit. To see more of the area, catch a train at Wollongong Station, North Wollongong Station, or Fairy Meadow Station.