Lake Illawarra

Wollongong

An aerial view of a coastal area with a large bay, sandy beaches, a small island with dense vegetation, and a road leading to a settlement.
A person standing on a rocky beach with a camera, reflecting the sunset sky.
A rocky shoreline with waves crashing against the rocks.

Stay near popular Lake Illawarra attractions

Warilla Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Warilla Beach during your trip to Wollongong?
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Things to do

Jervis Bay Private Tour

Best of the bay Tour -Jervis Bay

P6,259
per adult
Best of the bay Tour -Jervis Bay
Wicked Women of Wollongong Walking Tour

Wollongong’s Wicked Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour

P2,683
per adult
Wollongong’s Wicked Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour
Picture 7 for Activity Sydney, Shellharbour: 15,000ft Tandem Beach Skydive

Sydney, Shellharbour: 15,000ft Tandem Beach Skydive

P17,839
per adult
Sydney, Shellharbour: 15,000ft Tandem Beach Skydive
Beachside Skydive Sydney-Shellharbour

Beach Skydive - Shellharbour (Wollongong)

P18,005
per adult
Beach Skydive - Shellharbour (Wollongong)
Sea Cliff Bridge Tours with Whale Watching and Wine Tasting

Sea Cliff Bridge Tours with Whale Watching and Wine Tasting

P87,545
per adult
Sea Cliff Bridge Tours with Whale Watching and Wine Tasting
Walk the Sea Cliff bridge

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

P12,726
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Wildlife Small Group
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Top hotels in Lake Illawarra

Nova Kiama

Nova Kiama

3.5 out of 5
31 Bong Bong St Kiama NSW
The price is P7,259 per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
P7,259
P7,985 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kiama. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (811 reviews)
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Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026

Nova Kiama
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

4.5 out of 5
2-14 Cliff Road North Wollongong NSW
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The price is P10,119 per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
P10,119
P11,131 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
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
Sage Hotel Wollongong

Sage Hotel Wollongong

4 out of 5
60/62 Harbour Street Wollongong NSW
The price is P6,730 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
P6,730
P7,403 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location: nice breakfast, good sized room"

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2026

Sage Hotel Wollongong
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

4 out of 5
60 Market Street Wollongong NSW
The price is P6,876 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
P6,876
P7,564 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
Five Islands Hotel

Five Islands Hotel

3 out of 5
87-93 Five Islands Rd Cringila NSW
The price is P4,133 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
P4,133
P4,546 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
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! (376 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2026

Five Islands Hotel
Harp Hotel

Harp Hotel

2.5 out of 5
124 Corrimal Street Wollongong NSW
The price is P6,183 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
P6,183
P6,801 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Wollongong. Enjoy free parking, a nightclub, and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
Harp Hotel
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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

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.

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.

Lake Illawarra