What is Shell Cove like?

Shell Cove is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its golf courses. Are you looking for Shell Cove travel tips? Make sure that you visit Links Shell Cove Golf Course and The Farm while you're in the neighbourhood.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Shell Cove area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Wollongong, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 41 Shell Cove hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Shell Cove, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Shell Cove.

What is there to do around this Wollongong neighbourhood?

Dip your toes in the water at The Farm or Shellharbour South Beach while you're in Shell Cove. You could also plan a visit to Links Shell Cove Golf Course or Maloneys while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Shell Cove include Shellharbour Marina, Bushrangers Bay Aquatic Reserve and Mystics. While you're out sightseeing, North Beach and Jones Beach are a couple of additional sights to visit in Wollongong.

The Best Hotels in Shell Cove, Wollongong - 2026 Updated Prices

A coastal landscape with a clear blue sky, a sandy beach, and a wooden boardwalk leading to the water.

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM, pool loungers

1. Shellharbour Resort

Shellharbour, 3.6 km from Shell Cove

Ron

3.514.288 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Single Beds | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

2. Shellharbour Village Motel

Shellharbour, 2.9 km from Shell Cove

Michelle

3.858.609 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

3. NRMA Shellharbour Beachside Holiday Park

Shellharbour, 2.6 km from Shell Cove

Gordon

3.710.912 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

4. Lakeview Hotel Motel

6 km from Shell Cove

Gary

3.230.892 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

5. Nova Kiama

7.8 km from Shell Cove

Pat

2.433.693 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

6. The Oaks Hotel Motel

7.8 km from Shell Cove

DAVID

2.924.419 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

Deluxe Apartment | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

7. Kiama Motel 617

8.5 km from Shell Cove

Michael

3.185.661 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

8. Lakeside Inn Illawarra

Windang, 9.7 km from Shell Cove

Nelka

2.990.883 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

9. Golf Place Inn

10.8 km from Shell Cove

Kellie

3.140.427 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

10. Park Ridge Retreat

16.4 km from Shell Cove

Powen

3.090.579 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

11. The Sebel Kiama

7.3 km from Shell Cove

Jiahe

5.243.278 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

12. Shellharbour Holiday Village

4.4 km from Shell Cove

Larissa

2.293.001 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

13. Grand Hotel Kiama

7.8 km from Shell Cove

Maxime

2.409.322 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

Ocean View Queen | Premium bedding, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

14. Boat Harbour Motel

Wollongong CBD, 20.6 km from Shell Cove

Tina

2.953.959 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

Standard Room, Balcony (Saleyard Motel Room) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

15. Jamberoo Pub & Saleyard Motel

10.2 km from Shell Cove

Clare

3.971.229 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

16. Mercure Gerringong Resort

15.1 km from Shell Cove

Rebecca

2.999.963 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

Twin Single Room | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

17. Coniston Hotel Wollongong

18.5 km from Shell Cove

Jinglu

2.974.268 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

Signature Apartment, Multiple Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

18. Harp Hotel

Wollongong CBD, 20 km from Shell Cove

Paul

2.809.030 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

Executive Two Bedroom | Minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks

19. The Belmore Apartments Hotel

Wollongong CBD, 20.3 km from Shell Cove

Gordon

2.951.829 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

20. Discovery Parks - Gerroa

19.3 km from Shell Cove

Jane

3.166.823 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

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Where to stay in Shell Cove

Find the best Shell Cove areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A rugged coastline with rocky terrain and sparse vegetation.

Shellharbour

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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A coastal landscape with a rocky shoreline, a sandy beach, and a backdrop of hills and residential buildings.

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.

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Top Shell Cove Hotel Reviews

Nova Kiama

10/10 Excellent

"Late check in was facilitated with the most lovely staff member; she was so helpful with everything. Room was clean with balcony and safe parking area and a lift. Close to eateries and beach. Perhaps just some extra crockery such as bowls & plates."

Harp Hotel

8/10 Good

"We were only staying one night as we went to the Wollongong Entertainment Centre for a show. The Harp is literally a 3 minute walk to the venue. There were also lots of great food places open afterwards. The accommodation has recently been refurbished and whilst it’s not flash by any means, for accommodation attached to a pub it was much better than we expected. I was prepared for it to have the old stale beer, musty carpet smells but it actually smelt great! Whatever they use is awesome - fresh and clean! Check in was painless, apart from the $200 deposit I know won’t be back in my bank account for probably two weeks, and 4 women having to walk through the main bar area with our luggage (and pillows 😩😂) to check in was a bit daunting. The room we stayed in had a queen bed and two singles and it was really well presented with little boards for each of us with toiletries, and there were plenty of options for coffee and tea as well as individually wrapped biscuits, a decent sized fridge and tv with most local and cable channels. The room was very clean as was the bathroom and there was a big shower, with plenty of clean fresh towels. The tap on the basin was barely hanging in there - extremely loose and wobbly but it was functioning 😂. The outside area was really clean and well organised for a pub! All the kegs and pallets were neatly stacked, away from the seating - of which there was plenty. Free parking in a private carpark. We’d definitely stay there again!"

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Our top choices for Shell Cove hotels

1. Shellharbour Resort

2. Shellharbour Village Motel

3. NRMA Shellharbour Beachside Holiday Park

4. Lakeview Hotel Motel

5. Nova Kiama

6. The Oaks Hotel Motel

7. Kiama Motel 617

8. Lakeside Inn Illawarra

9. Golf Place Inn

10. Park Ridge Retreat

11. The Sebel Kiama

12. Shellharbour Holiday Village

13. Grand Hotel Kiama

14. Boat Harbour Motel

15. Jamberoo Pub & Saleyard Motel

16. Mercure Gerringong Resort

17. Coniston Hotel Wollongong

18. Harp Hotel

19. The Belmore Apartments Hotel

20. Discovery Parks - Gerroa

Where to stay in Shell Cove

Shellharbour

Wollongong CBD

Thirroul

Bulli

Austinmer

Top Shell Cove Hotel Reviews

Nova Kiama

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