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Our top choices for Darkes Forest hotels

1. Thirroul Beach Motel

Thirroul Beach Motel
3.5 star property
Thirroul, 11 km from Darkes Forest
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (442 reviews)
"Great room with two beds for myself and my son to stay, very clean and reasonably priced. Quick walk to Thirroul beach and great recommendation for dinner at South Sailor which was also close-by."
United States
Shane
The price is ฿3,796
฿4,175 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Thirroul Beach Motel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a building labeled "Gold Wheel Country Restaurant," and surrounding greenery.

2. Maclin Lodge Motel

Maclin Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
19 km from Darkes Forest
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice and easy stay with lots of shops, eateries around."
Australia
Touhidur
The price is ฿2,941
฿3,235 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Maclin Lodge Motel
A buffet setup with various food items, including pastries and fruits, and decorative elements like plants and metallic containers.

3. Rydges Campbelltown

Rydges Campbelltown
4.5 star property
18.4 km from Darkes Forest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (999 reviews)
"Friendly staff, amazing service definitely would recommend staying at Rydges"
Australia
Aysiah
The price is ฿5,411
฿5,952 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Rydges Campbelltown
An outdoor patio area with a covered seating area, a table, and chairs.

4. Lucas Heights Motel

Lucas Heights Motel
3.5 star property
20.2 km from Darkes Forest
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (248 reviews)
"we were very happy with our stay clean rooms and very comfortable bed very quite so we had a good nights sleep thank you we will be back for a third stay."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is ฿3,698
฿4,068 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Lucas Heights Motel
A clear swimming pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by a metal fence and palm trees.

5. Abcot Inn

Abcot Inn
3.5 star property
27.3 km from Darkes Forest
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Good value . Beds were really comfortable. Difficult to access food without car."
Australia
John
The price is ฿3,309
฿3,640 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Abcot Inn
A deck with outdoor seating, a table, and a view of the ocean.

6. Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
4.5 star property
North Wollongong, 22 km from Darkes Forest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Stayed here before Really good rooms and amenities Great spot Friendly staff Definitely stay again"
Australia
Larna
The price is ฿4,953
฿5,448 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
An outdoor cafe area with tables and chairs, a pathway, and a building with a white facade and a brick wall.

7. Camden Valley Inn

Camden Valley Inn
4.0 star property
23.9 km from Darkes Forest
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (774 reviews)
"We love the position of the property The rooms are very very nice and comfortable Staff are very friendly and helpful We would return there anytime"
Australia
Lynn
The price is ฿4,263
฿4,689 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Camden Valley Inn
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the street.

8. Comfort Inn Towradgi Beach

Comfort Inn Towradgi Beach
3.5 star property
19.2 km from Darkes Forest
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (526 reviews)
"Clean room. Comfortable bed. Parking right outside the room. This is the second time we stayed at this property."
Australia
Angel Lai Wah and Martin Tin Luk
The price is ฿3,367
฿3,704 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Comfort Inn Towradgi Beach
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a balcony with a railing.

9. Boat Harbour Motel

Boat Harbour Motel
3.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 22.7 km from Darkes Forest
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great little stay!"
Australia
Stephen
The price is ฿3,460
฿3,806 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Boat Harbour Motel
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a mirror, and a bench.

10. The Belmore Apartments Hotel

The Belmore Apartments Hotel
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 23 km from Darkes Forest
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent facility, very comfortable and easy access to Wollongong CBD"
Australia
Annette
The price is ฿3,458
฿3,804 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
The Belmore Apartments Hotel
A beach with wooden walkways leading to beach huts.

11. Southview Boutique Guest House

Southview Boutique Guest House
4.5 star property
Bulli, 12.9 km from Darkes Forest
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (138 reviews)
"Great place to stay "
Australia
Daniel
The price is ฿6,164
฿6,780 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Southview Boutique Guest House
A well-maintained garden with a gazebo, neatly trimmed hedges, and a variety of trees.

12. Picton Valley Motel

Picton Valley Motel
3.5 star property
26.3 km from Darkes Forest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (402 reviews)
"Budget accommodation, location is good, close to Picton, not far to Camden. There is no breakfast, but plenty of options in Picton. Not far to NSW Rail Museum. Negative, the WIFI very slow, difficult to Logon."
Australia
Michael
The price is ฿3,879
฿4,267 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Picton Valley Motel
A stone building with arched windows and a garden area with trees and plants.

13. The Hermitage Motel

The Hermitage Motel
4.0 star property
20.1 km from Darkes Forest
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (380 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Nice big rooms"
Australia
Jason
The price is ฿3,767
฿4,144 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
The Hermitage Motel
A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables and benches, overhead lighting, and a high ceiling.

14. Nightcap at Caringbah Hotel

Nightcap at Caringbah Hotel
3.5 star property
27.6 km from Darkes Forest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (163 reviews)
"Clean room, helpful staff, great food at the pub as well!"
Australia
Seanna
The price is ฿3,222
฿3,544 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Nightcap at Caringbah Hotel
A modern building with a sign reading 'ibis budget.'

15. ibis Budget Campbelltown

ibis Budget Campbelltown
2.5 star property
20.1 km from Darkes Forest
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Room was well maintained. Staff extremely helpful and very pleasant."
Australia
Ross
The price is ฿1,890
฿2,079 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
ibis Budget Campbelltown
A large bed with a patterned bedspread, two pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

16. Solomon Inn Wollongong

Solomon Inn Wollongong
3.0 star property
25.3 km from Darkes Forest
7.6 out of 10, Good, (742 reviews)
"The friendliness of staff and cleanliness of accommodation the location was convient"
Australia
Julie
The price is ฿3,655
฿4,020 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Solomon Inn Wollongong
A wooden table with a book, a plate of cheese, and a bottle on a balcony overlooking a beach.

17. Bulli Beach Tourist Park

Bulli Beach Tourist Park
4.0 star property
Bulli, 13.9 km from Darkes Forest
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (262 reviews)
"Great ocean views"
Australia
Tino Di
The price is ฿4,306
฿4,306 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Bulli Beach Tourist Park
A hotel room with two beds, a large beach view painting, and a nightstand with a lamp.

18. Coniston Hotel Wollongong

Coniston Hotel Wollongong
3.0 star property
24.7 km from Darkes Forest
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (407 reviews)
"Price is good, hotel is quite new, well value of money."
Australia
Jinglu
The price is ฿3,484
฿3,833 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Coniston Hotel Wollongong
A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a dining table, a separate bedroom with a bed, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

19. Quest Campbelltown

Quest Campbelltown
4.5 star property
20.1 km from Darkes Forest
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (832 reviews)
"Perfect location for our needs."
Australia
Helen
The price is ฿4,497
฿4,497 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Quest Campbelltown
A modern gym with exercise equipment, large windows, and a wooden floor.

20. Quality Suites Pioneer Sands

Quality Suites Pioneer Sands
4.0 star property
19.1 km from Darkes Forest
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay "
Australia
Joan
The price is ฿3,677
฿4,044 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Quality Suites Pioneer Sands
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Where to stay in Darkes Forest

Find the best Darkes Forest areas 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

If you're spending some time in Thirroul, Thirroul Beach and McCauleys Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A rocky beach with tide pools and wooden structures along the shore.

Bulli

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

A coastal landscape with a clear blue sky, a sandy beach, and a wooden boardwalk leading to the water.
Photo by Lauren Abela
Open Photo by Lauren Abela

Shell Cove

Travellers like the golf courses in Shell Cove, and Shellharbour South Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Top Darkes Forest Hotel Reviews

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing"
Luis 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Darkes Forest?
Travellers to Wollongong's Darkes Forest neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Make sure that you visit Dharawal Nature Reserve and Dharawal National Park as part of your Darkes Forest travel plans.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Darkes Forest, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Darkes Forest.
What can I see and do in this Wollongong neighbourhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of Darkes Forest with a visit to Dharawal Nature Reserve and Dharawal National Park. When you're sightseeing around the area, Symbio Wildlife Park and Sea Cliff Bridge are a couple of other sights to visit.