Wollongong

Travel Guide

A waterfront cityscape at dusk with buildings, a dock, and boats.
A beach with waves at sunset, a forest, and buildings in the background.
A city street with cars, a bus lane, and modern buildings.
A busy outdoor market with people sitting and standing under trees.
A coastal highway winding along a cliffside, overlooking the ocean.

Experience the wonders of Wollongong – the city is a trick of the eye. Stroll the streets and you’ll think you’re in a cosy coastal town.

Hit the centre, however, and you’ll find plenty of action. Dine at restaurants that serve up a variety of cuisines and bars that pour local drops. Meet local artists who draw upon their spectacular surroundings for inspiration. The Illawarra mountain range peers over the coast and wild surf beaches scored with pretty rock pools. Look around – you’ll be inspired, too.

Where to stay in Wollongong

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Shellharbour

Shellharbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shellharbour South Beach and North Beach.

Wollongong CBD

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

Bulli

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

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 The Farm is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Sage Hotel Wollongong

Sage Hotel Wollongong

4 out of 5
60/62 Harbour Street Wollongong NSW
The price is S$153 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
S$153
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Ok but not the best"

Reviewed on 6 Jul, 2026

Sage Hotel Wollongong
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

4.5 out of 5
2-14 Cliff Road North Wollongong NSW
The price is S$222 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
S$222
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy a beach locale, 4 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Room was pun not intended roomy, simple yet stylish bathroom, room was soundproof and the view was amazing. Staff were welcoming and checking in and out were efficient."

Reviewed on 10 Jul, 2026

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Harp Hotel

Harp Hotel

2.5 out of 5
124 Corrimal Street Wollongong NSW
The price is S$116 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
S$116
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Wollongong. Enjoy free parking, a nightclub and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (545 reviews)
"Accessibility Even though co existed pub and karaoke system the disturbance was well addressed and informed in advance and guest have been provided with ear plugs to fall on to sleep easily"

Reviewed on 12 Jul, 2026

Harp Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong

Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong

4.5 out of 5
19 Market Street Wollongong NSW
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,997 reviews)
"The room was as described and the bed very comfortable, a definite highlight. No restaurant or cafe on site but many options nearby."

Reviewed on 7 Jul, 2026

Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong
Mantra Wollongong

Mantra Wollongong

4.5 out of 5
6-10 Gladstone Ave Wollongong NSW
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and on-site car hire. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,656 reviews)
"Easy to find and was able to get an earlier check in. Hotel looked nice from the outside and the foyer was nice but the hotel rooms were very dated and the carpets had stains on them. A bit disappointing overall"

Reviewed on 6 Jul, 2026

Mantra Wollongong
Wollongong Serviced Apartments

Wollongong Serviced Apartments

4 out of 5
54 Kembla Street Wollongong NSW
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (601 reviews)
"Clean room. Plenty of off street parking/secure. Central to most things."

Reviewed on 12 Jul, 2026

Wollongong Serviced Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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