Wollongong

Travel Guide

A waterfront cityscape at dusk with buildings, a dock, and boats.
A beach with waves at sunset, a forest, and buildings in the background.
A city street with cars, a bus lane, and modern buildings.
A busy outdoor market with people sitting and standing under trees.
A coastal highway winding along a cliffside, overlooking the ocean.

Experience the wonders of Wollongong – the city is a trick of the eye. Stroll the streets and you’ll think you’re in a cosy coastal town.

Hit the centre, however, and you’ll find plenty of action. Dine at restaurants that serve up a variety of cuisines and bars that pour local drops. Meet local artists who draw upon their spectacular surroundings for inspiration. The Illawarra mountain range peers over the coast and wild surf beaches scored with pretty rock pools. Look around – you’ll be inspired, too.

Where to stay in Wollongong

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Shellharbour

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

Wollongong CBD

While visiting Wollongong CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Crown Street Mall and Wollongong Golf Club.

Bulli

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

Thirroul

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

Shell Cove

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

Sage Hotel Wollongong

Sage Hotel Wollongong

4 out of 5
60/62 Harbour Street Wollongong NSW
The price is P6,652 per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
P6,652
P7,317 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
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)
"Sage hotel is walking distance to resturants and venues in Wollongong. Stadd are so helpful. Enjoyed a great breakfast. The do make really good coffee."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 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 P10,605 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P10,605
P11,666 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Great room and very helpful staff. Comfy beds."

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2026

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Harp Hotel

Harp Hotel

2.5 out of 5
124 Corrimal Street Wollongong NSW
The price is P6,300 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
P6,300
P6,930 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
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. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (549 reviews)
"Very disappointed because of the noise levels. my room was literally vibrating until 2am as there was very high volume DJ was operating under Hotel rooms. My kids were very nervous and afraid because we couldn’t sleep until 2am. so this hotel is not for family with kids specially on weekends. i was ..."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2026

Harp Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong

Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong

4.5 out of 5
19 Market Street Wollongong NSW
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,998 reviews)
"Great Location, close to shops, restaurants and pubs."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2026

Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong
Wollongong Serviced Apartments

Wollongong Serviced Apartments

4 out of 5
54 Kembla Street Wollongong NSW
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (603 reviews)
"The apartment was large, comfortable and convenient. As I’m from a warmer climate I would have liked some kind of heating available but it was ok."

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2026

Wollongong Serviced Apartments
Mantra Wollongong

Mantra Wollongong

4.5 out of 5
6-10 Gladstone Ave Wollongong NSW
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and onsite car rentals. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,656 reviews)
"Easy to find and was able to get an earlier check in. Hotel looked nice from the outside and the foyer was nice but the hotel rooms were very dated and the carpets had stains on them. A bit disappointing overall"

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2026

Mantra Wollongong
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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