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Our top choices for Lake Illawarra hotels

Beach

1. Windang Beach Tourist Park

Windang Beach Tourist Park
3.0 star property
Windang, 1.3 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (212 reviews)
"Clean cabins and area fantastic"
Australia
ALEK
The price is ฿4,293
฿4,293 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Windang Beach Tourist Park
Sports bar

2. Lakeview Hotel Motel

Lakeview Hotel Motel
3.5 star property
3.6 km from Lake Illawarra
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great Lakeview hotel motel 5m from shopping center 5m from lake"
Australia
Rimon
The price is ฿3,401
฿3,741 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Lakeview Hotel Motel
Exterior

3. Lakeside Inn Illawarra

Lakeside Inn Illawarra
2.5 star property
Windang, 3 km from Lake Illawarra
7.2 out of 10, Good, (603 reviews)
"great place to stay clean room great airconditioning/heater and a great shower"
Australia
James
The price is ฿3,563
฿3,919 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
Exterior

4. Golf Place Inn

Golf Place Inn
3.5 star property
4.2 km from Lake Illawarra
7.4 out of 10, Good, (685 reviews)
"Reception and handy man, cleaning staff are nice"
Australia
Anne
The price is ฿3,720
฿4,092 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Golf Place Inn
Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

5. Shellharbour Village Motel

Shellharbour Village Motel
4.0 star property
Shellharbour, 4.2 km from Lake Illawarra
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (320 reviews)
"Very nice will definitely stay their again"
Australia
Mark
The price is ฿4,506
฿4,957 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Shellharbour Village Motel
Restaurant

6. The Oaks Hotel Motel

The Oaks Hotel Motel
2.5 star property
5.9 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (123 reviews)
"Lovely staff"
Australia
Anne
The price is ฿3,435
฿3,778 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
The Oaks Hotel Motel
Outdoor pool

7. Shellharbour Resort

Shellharbour Resort
3.5 star property
Shellharbour, 3.5 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, Good, (426 reviews)
"Great place, great steaks! "
Australia
Ron
The price is ฿3,587
฿3,946 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Shellharbour Resort
Exterior

8. Five Islands Hotel

Five Islands Hotel
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, Good, (374 reviews)
"Staff very attentive and helpful"
Australia
Ron
The price is ฿2,193
฿2,412 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Five Islands Hotel
Beach

9. Shellharbour Holiday Village

Shellharbour Holiday Village
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Lake Illawarra
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (18 reviews)
"Was ideal for a quick visit just to stay in at night and just a short walk to the beach. "
Australia
Larissa
The price is ฿2,761
฿2,802 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Shellharbour Holiday Village
Children’s play area – outdoor

10. NRMA Shellharbour Beachside Holiday Park

NRMA Shellharbour Beachside Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Shellharbour, 4.6 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (86 reviews)
"It is a close walk for cafes and restaurants and a really lovely place to enjoy"
Australia
Chris
The price is ฿4,528
฿4,981 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
NRMA Shellharbour Beachside Holiday Park
Restaurant

11. Unanderra Hotel

Unanderra Hotel
2.0 star property
9.9 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, Good, (104 reviews)
"Easy parking, great meals, comfortable bed."
Australia
Leon
The price is ฿1,498
฿1,648 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Unanderra Hotel
King Room

12. Solomon Inn Wollongong

Solomon Inn Wollongong
3.0 star property
11.3 km from Lake Illawarra
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 ฿3,644
฿4,008 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Solomon Inn Wollongong
Twin Single Room

13. Coniston Hotel Wollongong

Coniston Hotel Wollongong
3.0 star property
11.8 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (410 reviews)
"Price is good, hotel is quite new, well value of money."
Australia
Jinglu
The price is ฿3,474
฿3,821 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Coniston Hotel Wollongong
Executive Two Bedroom

14. The Belmore Apartments Hotel

The Belmore Apartments Hotel
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13.7 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent facility, very comfortable and easy access to Wollongong CBD"
Australia
Annette
The price is ฿3,447
฿3,792 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
The Belmore Apartments Hotel
Ocean View Queen

15. Boat Harbour Motel

Boat Harbour Motel
3.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 14 km from Lake Illawarra
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great little stay!"
Australia
Stephen
The price is ฿3,450
฿3,795 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Boat Harbour Motel
Restaurant

16. Sage Hotel Wollongong

Sage Hotel Wollongong
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13.1 km from Lake Illawarra
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Sage Hotel was excellent. Friendly helpful staff, a great heated pool, clean rooms and a great view of the ocean."
Australia
Alison
The price is ฿3,920
฿4,312 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Sage Hotel Wollongong
Restaurant

17. Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
4.5 star property
North Wollongong, 14.7 km from Lake Illawarra
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Stayed here before Really good rooms and amenities Great spot Friendly staff Definitely stay again"
Australia
Larna
The price is ฿4,945
฿5,439 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Standard Room, Balcony (Saleyard Motel Room)

18. Jamberoo Pub & Saleyard Motel

Jamberoo Pub & Saleyard Motel
2.5 star property
14.1 km from Lake Illawarra
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (251 reviews)
"Great pub and atmosphere staff very friendly and helpful Rooms standard but clean"
Australia
Clare
The price is ฿4,638
฿5,102 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Jamberoo Pub & Saleyard Motel
Restaurant

19. Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13.5 km from Lake Illawarra
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (664 reviews)
"Very clean and new hotel. Great location"
Australia
Kristi
The price is ฿3,648
฿4,013 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
Deluxe Apartment

20. Kiama Motel 617

Kiama Motel 617
3.0 star property
15.3 km from Lake Illawarra
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (650 reviews)
"Loved my stay"
Australia
Michael
The price is ฿4,179
฿4,596 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Kiama Motel 617
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Where to stay in Lake Illawarra

Find the best Lake Illawarra 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.
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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 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.

Top Lake Illawarra Hotel Reviews

The Oaks Hotel Motel

The Oaks Hotel Motel

8/10 Good
"Great for one night stopovers or slightly longer. Food in the restaurant was very good also"
Rapaera 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
The Oaks Hotel Motel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Lake Illawarra?
Travellers to Wollongong's Lake Illawarra neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here. Are you looking for Lake Illawarra travel tips? Make sure that you visit Warilla Beach and Berageree Island while you're in the neighbourhood.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the Lake Illawarra area?
With 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Lake Illawarra to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Wollongong area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Lake Illawarra, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals in Lake Illawarra.
What can I see and do in this Wollongong neighbourhood?
Warilla Beach, Berageree Island and Lake Illawarra are just a few attractions to check out in Lake Illawarra. North Beach and Stocklands Shellharbour are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Wollongong.