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Our top choices for Lake Illawarra hotels

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Grand Hotel Kiama

Grand Hotel Kiama

Grand Hotel Kiama
2.0 star property
14.6 km from Lake Illawarra
7.4 out of 10, Good, (52)
"Great room great staff"
Australia
Matthew
The price is 2.062.059 ₫
2.268.265 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Grand Hotel Kiama
Beach nearby, white sand
Park Ridge Retreat

Park Ridge Retreat

Park Ridge Retreat
4.0 star property
23 km from Lake Illawarra
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (721)
"Great location, comfortable bed."
Australia
Kristen
The price is 3.396.198 ₫
3.773.176 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Park Ridge Retreat
Standard Twin, 2 Single Beds, Ensuite Bathoom | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Coniston Hotel Wollongong

Coniston Hotel Wollongong

Coniston Hotel Wollongong
3.0 star property
11.8 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (359)
"Very enjoyable stay "
Australia
Genevieve
The price is 2.987.158 ₫
3.285.943 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Coniston Hotel Wollongong
Miscellaneous
Mercure Gerringong Resort

Mercure Gerringong Resort

Mercure Gerringong Resort
4.5 star property
21.6 km from Lake Illawarra
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (951)
"Comfy bed, easy check in, nice staff, good breakfast "
Australia
Jacqueline
The price is 3.853.918 ₫
4.239.310 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Mercure Gerringong Resort
Courtyard
Nova Kiama

Nova Kiama

Nova Kiama
3.5 star property
14.6 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (696)
"Family room with kitchen fully equipped for cooking, friendly staff and very clean room "
Australia
Po Yi
The price is 3.740.466 ₫
4.114.513 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Nova Kiama
Restaurant
Sage Hotel Wollongong

Sage Hotel Wollongong

Sage Hotel Wollongong
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13.1 km from Lake Illawarra
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Room is excellent beautiful view thank you staff "
Australia
Nimet
The price is 3.465.209 ₫
3.811.730 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Sage Hotel Wollongong
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The Robertson Hotel

The Robertson Hotel

The Robertson Hotel
3.5 star property
23.4 km from Lake Illawarra
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (349)
"Lovely heritage feel steeped in the history of the area."
Australia
James
The price is 4.013.511 ₫
4.414.862 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
The Robertson Hotel
Ocean View Queen | Premium bedding, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
Boat Harbour Motel

Boat Harbour Motel

Boat Harbour Motel
3.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 14 km from Lake Illawarra
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"Great location, very friendly. "
Australia
Jason
The price is 3.160.245 ₫
3.476.269 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Boat Harbour Motel
Beachside Villa | View from room
NRMA Shellharbour Beachside Holiday Park

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, (79)
"Great place to stay. Lovely staff, great location and views. Would definitely stay again."
Australia
Sarah
NRMA Shellharbour Beachside Holiday Park
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

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, (551)
"Great stay overall, the staff were awesome!! "
Australia
Rhiannon
The price is 2.433.388 ₫
2.676.727 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
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Five Islands Hotel

Five Islands Hotel

Five Islands Hotel
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, Good, (303)
"Excellent staff and management"
Australia
Ces
The price is 2.038.310 ₫
2.242.193 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Five Islands Hotel
Beach nearby
Shellharbour Holiday Village

Shellharbour Holiday Village

Shellharbour Holiday Village
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Lake Illawarra
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1)
"In a good location across the road from Warilla Beach"
Australia
Bruce
The price is 4.349.682 ₫
4.393.179 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Shellharbour Holiday Village
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; beach views
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
4.5 star property
North Wollongong, 14.7 km from Lake Illawarra
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Have stayed here before - is a great place to stay. "
Australia
Parthena
The price is 4.250.529 ₫
4.675.582 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Jamberoo Pub & Saleyard Motel

Jamberoo Pub & Saleyard Motel

Jamberoo Pub & Saleyard Motel
2.5 star property
14.1 km from Lake Illawarra
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (242)
"Nice old hotel attached to motel rooms. Great pizza Friday night"
Australia
John
Jamberoo Pub & Saleyard Motel
Deluxe 2 Bedroom Cabin | Terrace/patio
Discovery Parks - Gerroa

Discovery Parks - Gerroa

Discovery Parks - Gerroa
3.5 star property
25.7 km from Lake Illawarra
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (860)
"Great facility, kids had a blast , close to everything. Booked 3 cabins . All of us enjoyed our time. Will come again. Thank you "
Australia
Michael
The price is 3.719.608 ₫
3.719.608 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Discovery Parks - Gerroa
Penthouse Apartment | Terrace/patio
Argo Serviced Apartments

Argo Serviced Apartments

Argo Serviced Apartments
3.5 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13.8 km from Lake Illawarra
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (69)
"This property is amazing and I cannot recommend it enough. It is immaculate and spacious and the staff were all fabulous."
Australia
Loren
Argo Serviced Apartments
Signature Apartment, Multiple Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Harp Hotel

Harp Hotel

Harp Hotel
2.5 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13.5 km from Lake Illawarra
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (493)
"Good clean room, great shower pressure, friendly staff."
Australia
Katie
The price is 2.686.998 ₫
2.955.698 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Harp Hotel
Sports bar
Lakeview Hotel Motel

Lakeview Hotel Motel

Lakeview Hotel Motel
3.5 star property
3.6 km from Lake Illawarra
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (963)
"Good place for short stay"
Australia
Milana
The price is 3.160.245 ₫
3.476.269 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Lakeview Hotel Motel
Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Single Beds | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace
Shellharbour Village Motel

Shellharbour Village Motel

Shellharbour Village Motel
4.0 star property
Shellharbour, 4.2 km from Lake Illawarra
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (293)
"Great place to stay "
Australia
Dianne
The price is 3.650.083 ₫
4.015.091 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Shellharbour Village Motel
North East Facing Two Bedroom Penthouse Apartment | View from room
Headlands Austinmer Beach

Headlands Austinmer Beach

Headlands Austinmer Beach
4.0 star property
Austinmer, 27.8 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (656)
"Room was exceptional so clean and everything we needed. Staff super friendly and so close to food, entertainment and beaches! "
Australia
Melissa
The price is 5.370.836 ₫
5.370.836 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Headlands Austinmer Beach
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Where to stay in Lake Illawarra

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

Shellharbour

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

Wollongong which includes outdoor art

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

Austinmer

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Austinmer. You might want to make time for a stop at Austinmer Beach or Little Austinmer Beach.

Top Lake Illawarra Hotel Reviews

Park Ridge Retreat

Park Ridge Retreat

10/10 Excellent
"All good with this accomodation"
Joseph 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Park Ridge Retreat

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 11 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?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Lake Illawarra are Warilla Beach and Berageree Island. North Beach and Stocklands Shellharbour are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Wollongong.