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Our top choices for Lake Illawarra hotels

A balcony with a view of the sea, white railings, and two chairs.

1. 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 ₹10,926
₹12,019 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
A beach with waves, a sandy shore, and a rocky cliff.

2. 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 ₹10,756
₹10,756 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Windang Beach Tourist Park
A modern bar area with a curved counter, wooden flooring, and a stone accent wall.

3. Lakeview Hotel Motel

Lakeview Hotel Motel
3.5 star property
3.6 km from Lake Illawarra
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff was excellent. Great service"
Australia
Phuong
The price is ₹10,850
₹11,935 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Lakeview Hotel Motel
An aerial view of a residential area with a large building featuring solar panels, a swimming pool, and a well-maintained lawn.

4. Golf Place Inn

Golf Place Inn
3.5 star property
4.2 km from Lake Illawarra
7.4 out of 10, Good, (694 reviews)
"Reception and handy man, cleaning staff are nice"
Australia
Anne
The price is ₹10,325
₹11,358 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Golf Place Inn
A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a fence, with buildings in the background.

5. Shellharbour Resort

Shellharbour Resort
3.5 star property
Shellharbour, 3.5 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, Good, (431 reviews)
"Good location"
Australia
Lucien
The price is ₹10,230
₹11,285 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Shellharbour Resort
A room with two teal armchairs, a small white table, and a window with horizontal blinds.

6. 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 ₹14,022
₹15,424 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Shellharbour Village Motel
A beach with a wooden fence, sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

7. 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 ₹6,906
₹6,906 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Shellharbour Holiday Village
An indoor seating area with tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.

8. The Oaks Hotel Motel

The Oaks Hotel Motel
2.5 star property
5.9 km from Lake Illawarra
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (129 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 ₹9,698
₹10,697 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
The Oaks Hotel Motel
A residential area with houses, a playground, and a small building with a covered porch.

9. 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 ₹12,777
₹14,094 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
NRMA Shellharbour Beachside Holiday Park
A deck with outdoor seating, a table, and a view of the ocean.

10. Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
4.5 star property
North Wollongong, 14.7 km from Lake Illawarra
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Good location, ocean view balcony room was beautiful and spacious."
Australia
Michelle
The price is ₹14,911
₹16,402 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

11. Nan Tien Temple Pilgrim Lodge

Nan Tien Temple Pilgrim Lodge
3.0 star property
8.4 km from Lake Illawarra
The price is ₹11,358
₹12,505 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Nan Tien Temple Pilgrim Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, chair, and a window with a view.

12. Sage Hotel Wollongong

Sage Hotel Wollongong
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13.1 km from Lake Illawarra
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice room, far from train station, regular breakfast."
United States
Emilia
The price is ₹10,544
₹11,598 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Sage Hotel Wollongong
A hotel sign with the name "FIVE ISLANDS HOTEL" in bold letters.

13. Five Islands Hotel

Five Islands Hotel
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, Good, (385 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
SONNY
The price is ₹6,090
₹6,712 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Five Islands Hotel
A modern building with a balcony, surrounded by greenery.

14. The Sebel Kiama

The Sebel Kiama
3.5 star property
14.1 km from Lake Illawarra
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Plenty parking lots, easy to access."
Australia
Jiahe
The price is ₹17,239
₹18,963 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
The Sebel Kiama
A bar area with wooden paneling, multiple hanging pendant lights, and shelves stocked with bottles.

15. Unanderra Hotel

Unanderra Hotel
2.0 star property
9.9 km from Lake Illawarra
7.8 out of 10, Good, (110 reviews)
"Easy parking, great meals, comfortable bed."
Australia
Leon
The price is ₹4,213
₹4,657 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Unanderra Hotel
A modern balcony with a sofa set, a round table, and a bottle of champagne.

16. Argo Serviced Apartments

Argo Serviced Apartments
3.5 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13.8 km from Lake Illawarra
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (91 reviews)
"Stayed here a few times, always clean, fresh and friendly"
Australia
Jason
The price is ₹13,068
₹14,374 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Argo Serviced Apartments
A hotel room with two beds, a large beach view painting, and a nightstand with a lamp.

17. Coniston Hotel Wollongong

Coniston Hotel Wollongong
3.0 star property
11.8 km from Lake Illawarra
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (414 reviews)
"Great location, staff really nice and a good quiet room. Nice one"
United Kingdom
Craig
The price is ₹9,602
₹10,635 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Coniston Hotel Wollongong
Café

18. Best Western Plus Wollongong Golf Club

Best Western Plus Wollongong Golf Club
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"We had a room with a separate bedroom which was great. Having a balcony which looked over the Golf course and out to sea was definitely a lovely feature. We would be definitely keen to stay there again."
Australia
Lawrence
The price is ₹14,189
₹15,608 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Best Western Plus Wollongong Golf Club
A modern indoor courtyard with a curved seating area, a wooden bench, and a small table with chairs.

19. Nova Kiama

Nova Kiama
3.5 star property
14.6 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (823 reviews)
"Conveniently located, walking distance to the Blowhole, and cafes/restaurants and shopping all at your door. Easy underground parking. Lovely sunny pool area sheltered from the wind. Room was clean and tidy. Would stay here again."
Australia
Sonia
The price is ₹10,083
₹11,168 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Nova Kiama
A wooden sauna with benches and wall-mounted lights.

20. Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong

Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong
4.5 star property
Wollongong CBD, 13.6 km from Lake Illawarra
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,018 reviews)
"The property was very central Clean everywhere apart from the bathroom the bath and grouting around but would stay again as it was in a perfect position"
Australia
Alan
The price is ₹15,418
₹16,960 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong
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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 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
1,002 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
An indoor seating area with tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.
The Oaks Hotel Motel
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
129 reviews
View
A residential area with houses, a playground, and a small building with a covered porch.
NRMA Shellharbour Beachside Holiday Park
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
86 reviews
View

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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Shell Cove

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

A beach with a sunset, rocky shoreline, and a row of wooden structures.

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

Five Islands Hotel

Five Islands Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was excellent and very friendly, it's truly the little things like asking about your day and assuring you of the amnenities that takes this place to the top. We were even treated to a discount for breakfast."
Alyssa 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Five Islands Hotel

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.