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An outdoor patio area with picnic tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and planters.

A modern lounge with wooden tables, comfortable seating, a large mural, and a projector screen.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There are two paintings on the walls, a window, and an air conditioning unit.

A modern bar area with multiple screens displaying sports and news, bar stools, and a counter.

1. Nightcap at the Charles Hotel

Fairy Meadow, 3.1 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Jane

฿2,931

฿3,224 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A bar area with wooden paneling, multiple hanging pendant lights, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A plate of tacos with a glass of beer on the side.

A banquet hall with multiple tables, chairs, and a reception area with a sign.

Neatly folded white towels and a bottle of lotion on a white bed.

2. Unanderra Hotel

6.5 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Leon

฿1,541

฿1,695 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel sign with the name "FIVE ISLANDS HOTEL" in bold letters.

A variety of food items including pizza, fries, a burger, and a breaded cutlet, arranged on a wooden table.

A bar with three glasses of beer in front of a tap with various beer labels.

A bar area with wooden stools, a counter with a display of bottles, and a sign indicating a sports lounge.

3. Five Islands Hotel

7.9 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

SONNY

฿2,168

฿2,385 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

An indoor seating area with tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, multiple seating areas, and a bar.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white table with a plant, and a grey carpet.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

4. The Oaks Hotel Motel

19.7 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Jennifer

฿3,397

฿3,737 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern balcony with a sofa set, a round table, and a bottle of champagne.

A marina with multiple boats docked, a lighthouse, and rocky shoreline.

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a coffee table, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and bar stools.

5. Argo Serviced Apartments

Wollongong CBD, 4.4 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Jason

฿4,539

฿4,993 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a large beach view painting, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, wooden paneling, and a bar area with a variety of bottles.

A multi-story building with a curved roof, a parking lot, and several adjacent houses.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a colorful geometric pillow, and a dark coffee table.

6. Coniston Hotel Wollongong

5.2 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Cathie

฿3,492

฿3,841 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern gym with exercise equipment, large windows, and a wooden floor.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, seating area with sofas, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.

7. Quality Suites Pioneer Sands

Fairy Meadow, 4.1 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Stuart

฿3,584

฿3,943 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A deck with outdoor seating, a table, and a view of the ocean.

A person sunbathing on a striped lounge chair by a swimming pool.

A table with breakfast dishes, a water bottle, and a glass.

8. Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

North Wollongong, 4.3 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Andrew

฿5,180

฿5,698 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

9. Thirroul Beach Motel

Thirroul, 11 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Clairisa

฿3,700

฿4,071 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern bar area with a curved counter, wooden flooring, and a stone accent wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a coffee machine, a TV, and a trash bin.

A parking lot with several vehicles, including a white van and a truck, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A building entrance with a glass door, a security camera, and two signs on the wall.

10. Lakeview Hotel Motel

18.8 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Phuong

฿3,769

฿4,146 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A beach with a wooden fence, sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

A neatly made bed with a patterned blanket, two bedside lamps, and a painting on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a small table, a TV, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

A small, single-story mobile home with a balcony and a porch.

11. Shellharbour Holiday Village

18.8 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Larissa

฿2,665

฿2,665 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A balcony with a view of the city and the sea, furnished with a sofa, chairs, and a table.

A gym with exercise equipment, benches, and a large window providing a view of the outside.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

A rooftop infinity pool with two wicker lounge chairs and a sunbed, overlooking a cityscape.

12. KULA Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 4.6 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Nima

฿6,383

฿7,602 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the street.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a chair, and a view of the outdoor area through a glass door.

A single-story white building with a tiled roof, surrounded by well-maintained grass and palm trees.

A modern restaurant with patterned seating, pendant lighting, and a counter area.

13. Comfort Inn Towradgi Beach

Fairy Meadow, 4.3 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Angel Lai Wah and Martin Tin Luk

฿3,416

฿3,757 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, seating, and a large window offering a view.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a white armchair, and a coffee table. There are several potted plants and a large window providing a view of the city.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a visible restaurant.

A neatly made bed with white linens and a beige knitted blanket, a magazine on the bed, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

14. Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 4.4 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Corrina

฿3,568

฿3,924 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a fence, with buildings in the background.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a gas stove.

A long dining table set with red napkins, wine glasses, and plates, overlooking a scenic view.

A hotel room with a large bed, a small table, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

15. Shellharbour Resort

Shellharbour, 19.7 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Natalina

฿3,558

฿3,914 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A balcony with a view of the sea, white railings, and two chairs.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV, and a large window.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and light wood flooring.

A swimming pool with a brick deck, palm trees, and a waterfall feature.

16. Lakeside Inn Illawarra

Windang, 13.5 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Christine

฿3,416

฿3,757 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An aerial view of a residential area with a large building featuring solar panels, a swimming pool, and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a sofa, and a window with curtains.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and a small dining area with a table and chairs.

A balcony with a table and chair, a vase with flowers, and a view of a parking lot and buildings.

17. Golf Place Inn

12.4 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Anne

฿3,587

฿3,945 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the city through floor-to-ceiling windows, and a balcony with a railing.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, two armchairs, a round coffee table with a plant, and a large wall mural of a forest.

A large bed with white and teal pillows, a dark headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A multi-story building with balconies, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

18. Mantra Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 4.2 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

David

฿4,571

฿4,571 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A small kitchenette with a refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a trash bin.

19. The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)

Wollongong CBD, 3.8 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Serena

฿3,558

฿3,914 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and wooden cabinets.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a reception counter.

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'QUEST' sign, a visible address, and a street view with passing traffic.

20. Quest Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 4.7 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Mark Vincent

฿4,725

฿5,198 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Nightcap at the Charles Hotel	8.6 Excellent 168 reviews	View
Unanderra Hotel	8.0 Very good 108 reviews	View
Five Islands Hotel	7.8 Good 381 reviews	View
The Oaks Hotel Motel	8.8 Excellent 128 reviews	View
Argo Serviced Apartments	9.8 Exceptional 90 reviews	View

Top Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens Hotel Reviews

The Belmore Apartments Hotel

8/10 Good

"Location foot friendly. Kitchen reasonably well equiped. Room spacious as is bathroom. Be aware western ide rooms will have some traffic noise from drive way. Most noticeable from the adjoining property which has a double width electric security roller door to their car parking. It has a prominent rattle and squeak."

Wollongong Surf Leisure Resort

8/10 Good

"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."

Comfort Inn Towradgi Beach

8/10 Good

"It was a good stay. The two guys at reception were really helpful. Only negative thing was that our room wasn’t ready until 3:30pm even though check-in was at 2pm. That was disappointing but we were given a $30 voucher for the inconvenience which was appreciated."

Boat Harbour Motel

8/10 Good

"Older Style of Motel, but okay and comfortable Beds."

KULA Wollongong

8/10 Good

"Spacious rooms but one glass panel on balcony room was broke and rained on lounge overnight"

Wollongong Serviced Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Great apartments for family travel in a central location close to the beach"

Harp Hotel

8/10 Good

"Had a good experience, location wise so good"

Five Islands Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Parking was limited. Although plenty of street parking available."

Solomon Inn Wollongong

10/10 Excellent

"You can park right in front of your room. Convienient and close to everything. I like the fact that it has a microwave oven and toaster for cooking,biscuits,coffee and tea facilities. The price is affordable compared to other accomodation in Wollongong."

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Wollongong Botanic Garden

8.8/10 (9 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Wollongong Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Wollongong. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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Mount Keira

8.8/10 (88 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Keira during your travels in Wollongong. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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Wollongong Conservatorium of Music

You can enjoy a show at Wollongong Conservatorium of Music during your stay in Wollongong. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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Beaton Park Leisure Centre

Enjoy an outing to Beaton Park Leisure Centre during your stay in Wollongong.

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Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium in Wollongong. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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Brokers Nose

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Brokers Nose during your travels in Cataract.

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Fairy Meadow Beach Park

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Fairy Meadow Beach Park, a lovely green space in Wollongong. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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Towradgi Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Towradgi Beach during your trip to Wollongong? Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens?

Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens is located in Wollongong. You'll find 132 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens?

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 4 bars and a restaurant. It's located 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens. Other good options within 5 miles include Sage Hotel Wollongong and Hotel TOTTO Wollongong.

How many hotels are there close to Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens?

Expedia has 132 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens.

What can I see and do near Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium and Illawarra Museum. Sights like Flagstaff Hill Fort and Breakwater Lighthouse highlight some of the local culture. You can wander around Fairy Meadow Beach Park, Stuart Park or Wollongong Botanic Garden if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens hotels

1. Nightcap at the Charles Hotel

2. Unanderra Hotel

3. Five Islands Hotel

4. The Oaks Hotel Motel

5. Argo Serviced Apartments

6. Coniston Hotel Wollongong

7. Quality Suites Pioneer Sands

8. Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

9. Thirroul Beach Motel

10. Lakeview Hotel Motel

11. Shellharbour Holiday Village

12. KULA Wollongong

13. Comfort Inn Towradgi Beach

14. Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

15. Shellharbour Resort

16. Lakeside Inn Illawarra

17. Golf Place Inn

18. Mantra Wollongong

19. The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)

20. Quest Wollongong

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Top Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens Hotel Reviews

The Belmore Apartments Hotel

Wollongong Surf Leisure Resort

Comfort Inn Towradgi Beach

Boat Harbour Motel

KULA Wollongong

Wollongong Serviced Apartments

Harp Hotel

Five Islands Hotel

Solomon Inn Wollongong

Other attractions near Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens

Wollongong Botanic Garden

Mount Keira

Wollongong Conservatorium of Music

Beaton Park Leisure Centre

Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

Brokers Nose

Fairy Meadow Beach Park

Towradgi Beach

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