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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, (213 reviews)
"Our stay was wonderful- location is perfect staff are lovely"
Australia
Vanessa
The price is S$151
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Windang Beach Tourist Park

2. Lakeview Hotel Motel

Lakeview Hotel Motel
3.5 star property
3.6 km from Lake Illawarra
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was excellent. Great service"
Australia
Phuong
The price is S$157
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Lakeview Hotel Motel

3. Lakeside Inn Illawarra

Lakeside Inn Illawarra
2.5 star property
Windang, 3 km from Lake Illawarra
7.2 out of 10, Good, (608 reviews)
"Cabin on quite water front, staff very helpful"
Australia
Christine
The price is S$145
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Lakeside Inn Illawarra

4. Golf Place Inn

Golf Place Inn
3.5 star property
4.2 km from Lake Illawarra
7.4 out of 10, Good, (691 reviews)
"Reception and handy man, cleaning staff are nice"
Australia
Anne
The price is S$150
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Golf Place Inn

5. Shellharbour Holiday Village

Shellharbour Holiday Village
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Lake Illawarra
7.6 out of 10, Good, (23 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 S$95
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Shellharbour Holiday Village

6. Shellharbour Resort

Shellharbour Resort
3.5 star property
Shellharbour, 3.5 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, Good, (428 reviews)
"Rooms very clean. Definitely stay again."
Australia
Natalina
The price is S$149
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Shellharbour Resort

7. The Oaks Hotel Motel

The Oaks Hotel Motel
2.5 star property
5.9 km from Lake Illawarra
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (128 reviews)
"Needed a last minute place to stay on my trip south. The staff at check-in was really friendly, the food at the pub was delicious and the hotel room was really clean with a comfortable bed. Exactly what I needed for a one night stop through!"
Australia
Jennifer
The price is S$137
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
The Oaks Hotel Motel

8. Shellharbour Village Motel

Shellharbour Village Motel
4.0 star property
Shellharbour, 4.2 km from Lake Illawarra
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (323 reviews)
"Very quiet motel, close to restaurants and beach. Great staff, I recommend this motel."
Australia
Mark
The price is S$208
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Shellharbour Village Motel

9. Five Islands Hotel

Five Islands Hotel
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, Good, (382 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
SONNY
The price is S$90
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Five Islands Hotel

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 S$187
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
NRMA Shellharbour Beachside Holiday Park

11. Nova Kiama

Nova Kiama
3.5 star property
14.6 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (819 reviews)
"Safe and convenient secure parking. Location close to eateries and attractions. Room amenities are basic."
Australia
ANGELA
The price is S$152
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Nova Kiama

12. Unanderra Hotel

Unanderra Hotel
2.0 star property
9.9 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, Good, (109 reviews)
"Easy parking, great meals, comfortable bed."
Australia
Leon
The price is S$65
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Unanderra Hotel

13. Coniston Hotel Wollongong

Coniston Hotel Wollongong
3.0 star property
11.8 km from Lake Illawarra
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (411 reviews)
"Rooms were lovely .Very quiet ."
Australia
Cathie
The price is S$143
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Coniston Hotel Wollongong

14. 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 S$128
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Boat Harbour Motel

15. Sage Hotel Wollongong

Sage Hotel Wollongong
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13.1 km from Lake Illawarra
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location: nice breakfast, good sized room"
Australia
Sean
The price is S$159
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Sage Hotel Wollongong

16. Wollongong Serviced Apartments

Wollongong Serviced Apartments
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13.7 km from Lake Illawarra
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (636 reviews)
"Great apartments for family travel in a central location close to the beach"
Australia
Ben
The price is S$162
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Wollongong Serviced Apartments

17. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room and free parking"
Australia
Jimmy
The price is S$145
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Belmore Apartments Hotel

18. Harp Hotel

Harp Hotel
2.5 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13.5 km from Lake Illawarra
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (571 reviews)
"I always look forward to staying at the Harp - Great Hotel !"
Australia
Mark
The price is S$137
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Harp Hotel

19. Grand Hotel Kiama

Grand Hotel Kiama
2.0 star property
14.6 km from Lake Illawarra
7.6 out of 10, Good, (99 reviews)
"Good place to stay for a week end, the people are very Nice !"
France
Maxime
The price is S$117
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Grand Hotel Kiama

20. 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)
"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 S$221
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
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Compare popular hotels in Lake Illawarra

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A beach with waves, a sandy shore, and a rocky cliff.
Windang Beach Tourist Park
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
213 reviews
View
A room with two teal armchairs, a small white table, and a window with horizontal blinds.
Shellharbour Village Motel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
323 reviews
View
A modern bar area with a curved counter, wooden flooring, and a stone accent wall.
Lakeview Hotel Motel
3.5 star property
8.4
Very good
1,001 reviews
View
A beach with a wooden fence, sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.
Shellharbour Holiday Village
3.0 star property
7.6
Good
23 reviews
View
A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a fence, with buildings in the background.
Shellharbour Resort
3.5 star property
7.8
Good
428 reviews
View

Where to stay in Lake Illawarra

Find the best Lake Illawarra areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Lake Illawarra
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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.

Wollongong CBD

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

Thirroul

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

Shell Cove

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

Bulli

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

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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.

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