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1. Thirroul Beach Motel

Thirroul Beach Motel
3.5 star property
Thirroul, 11 km from Darkes Forest
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (450 reviews)
"Lots of space in the room, clean, refrigerator and microwave were in the room as well"
United States
Clairisa
The price is ฿3,704
฿4,075 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Thirroul Beach Motel
A wooden table with a book, a plate of cheese, and a bottle on a balcony overlooking a beach.

2. 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, (265 reviews)
"The view from the cabins were spectacular. Highly recommend if you are wanting close up beach views."
United States
Keira
The price is ฿4,202
฿4,202 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Bulli Beach Tourist Park
A deck with outdoor seating, a table, and a view of the ocean.

3. Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
4.5 star property
North Wollongong, 22 km from Darkes Forest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Roght next to beach, room and breakfast good. The hotel itself abit dated but they have tried to make it feel modern."
Australia
Andrew
The price is ฿5,185
฿5,703 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
A buffet setup with various food items, including pastries and fruits, and decorative elements like plants and metallic containers.

4. Rydges Campbelltown

Rydges Campbelltown
4.5 star property
18.4 km from Darkes Forest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent clean hotel with great service"
Australia
James
The price is ฿4,331
฿4,764 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Rydges Campbelltown
A beach with wooden walkways leading to beach huts.

5. 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, (139 reviews)
"Great place to stay "
Australia
Daniel
The price is ฿6,754
฿7,430 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Southview Boutique Guest House
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.

6. Quest Campbelltown

Quest Campbelltown
4.5 star property
20.1 km from Darkes Forest
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (840 reviews)
"Safety and the cleanliness and also staffs are amazing!"
Australia
MARIA ANNEBEE
The price is ฿4,665
฿4,665 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Quest Campbelltown
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a building labeled "Gold Wheel Country Restaurant," and surrounding greenery.

7. Maclin Lodge Motel

Maclin Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
19 km from Darkes Forest
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"We have used this Motel many times very convenient for our trips south, within walking distance to shops and dining"
Australia
Alex
The price is ฿3,039
฿3,343 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Maclin Lodge Motel
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
Fairy Meadow, 19.2 km from Darkes Forest
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (531 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Matt
The price is ฿3,419
฿3,761 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Comfort Inn Towradgi Beach
A modern gym with exercise equipment, large windows, and a wooden floor.

9. Quality Suites Pioneer Sands

Quality Suites Pioneer Sands
4.0 star property
Fairy Meadow, 19.1 km from Darkes Forest
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"We enjoyed our one night. Great staff. Two large bedrooms. Clean spacious lounge area. Just what we needed for 3 Adults."
Australia
Stuart
The price is ฿3,799
฿4,179 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Quality Suites Pioneer Sands
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a balcony with a railing.

10. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great little stay!"
Australia
Stephen
The price is ฿3,410
฿3,751 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Boat Harbour Motel
A sidewalk with outdoor seating, a palm tree, and a building with large windows.

11. Engadine Motor Inn

Engadine Motor Inn
3.5 star property
18.2 km from Darkes Forest
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (258 reviews)
"Easy check-in/check-out, clean, reasonably priced, friendly, helpful staff."
Australia
Michelle
The price is ฿5,034
฿5,537 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Engadine Motor Inn
A restaurant with wooden beams, large windows, and a mix of booths and tables.

12. Sage Hotel Wollongong

Sage Hotel Wollongong
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 23.7 km from Darkes Forest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location: nice breakfast, good sized room"
Australia
Sean
The price is ฿3,874
฿4,262 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Sage Hotel Wollongong
A hotel room with two single beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a framed abstract artwork.

13. Heathcote Hotel

Heathcote Hotel
3.5 star property
17.2 km from Darkes Forest
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (114 reviews)
"National park is close by"
Australia
Tingting
The price is ฿3,514
฿3,866 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Heathcote Hotel
An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, green fields, and a residential area.

14. Corrimal Beach Tourist Park

Corrimal Beach Tourist Park
4.0 star property
18.3 km from Darkes Forest
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (195 reviews)
"Fantastic October stay!! Quiet, loved our cabin and access to the beach"
Australia
Philip
The price is ฿4,202
฿4,202 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Corrimal Beach Tourist Park
A modern balcony with a sofa set, a round table, and a bottle of champagne.

15. Argo Serviced Apartments

Argo Serviced Apartments
3.5 star property
Wollongong CBD, 22.8 km from Darkes Forest
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (90 reviews)
"Stayed here a few times, always clean, fresh and friendly"
Australia
Jason
The price is ฿4,544
฿4,998 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Argo Serviced Apartments
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a mirror, and a bench.

16. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room and free parking"
Australia
Jimmy
The price is ฿3,433
฿3,776 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Belmore Apartments Hotel
A modern spa entrance with a wooden bench inside, large potted plants, and a blue wall.

17. Surfside 22

Surfside 22
2.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 23.3 km from Darkes Forest
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (84 reviews)
"Absolutely wonderful place to stay!"
Australia
anita
The price is ฿4,258
฿4,684 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Surfside 22
A wooden sauna with benches and wall-mounted lights.

18. Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong

Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong
4.5 star property
Wollongong CBD, 23.2 km from Darkes Forest
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,016 reviews)
"great room, great amenities."
Australia
Joseph
The price is ฿4,518
฿4,970 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong
A beach with a sandy shore and green vegetation.

19. Wollongong Surf Leisure Resort

Wollongong Surf Leisure Resort
3.5 star property
Fairy Meadow, 19.3 km from Darkes Forest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (592 reviews)
"Beautiful location, close to beach, nice amenities, close to town. Minor maintenance issues the clothes rack broken and the sofa could not be extended as it was stuck. These didn’t bother us much but would have been nice if they were addressed already. Overall it’s a nice place for vacation and we would like to visit again."
Australia
Hariharan
The price is ฿4,369
฿4,806 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Wollongong Surf Leisure Resort
A golf cart on a green field with a flag in the distance.

20. Best Western Plus Wollongong Golf Club

Best Western Plus Wollongong Golf Club
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 23.8 km from Darkes Forest
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Very enjoyable stay."
Australia
Professor Catherine
The price is ฿4,754
฿5,230 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Best Western Plus Wollongong Golf Club
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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 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.

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.

Top Darkes Forest Hotel Reviews

ibis Budget Campbelltown

ibis Budget Campbelltown

10/10 Excellent
"comfortable bed, quiet location with lots of eateries on doorstep. Pleasant helpful staff. An occasional deep clean would benefit appearances. Dust on the bathroom air vent and airconditioner."
Glenn 3-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
ibis Budget Campbelltown

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.