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The 10 Best Motels in Wollongong, Australia

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Located between Wollongong and Shellharbour, Lakeside Inn Wollongong is the ideal place to stay for any traveller as both cities are only a short 15 minute drive away. The motel offers great facilities including a outdoor swimming pool, direct access to Lake Illawarra, and enough room to accommodate small and large groups.

We were apprehensive after reading some reviews but the place was clean, the bed comfortable and the views sensational.

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6.3
Review score
1,448 reviews
Price from
£75
per night

Located in Wollongong, less than 1 km from Mccauleys Beach, Thirroul Beach Motel provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 20 km from Nan Tien Temple, 33 km from Historical Aircraft Restoration Society Museum and 36 km from Shellharbour City Stadium. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.2 km from Austinmer Beach.

clean and tidy. close to shops and beach

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7.5
Good
1,816 reviews
Price from
£96
per night

Situated within 2.3 km of Puckey's Beach and 8 km of Nan Tien Temple, Downtown Motel offers rooms in Wollongong. Featuring a bar, this 2-star motel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is set 700 metres from Wollongong City Beach.

The location was excellent. Central to eats, pubs, bars. Friendly staff and really nice place to stay.

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7.5
Good
1,092 reviews
Price from
£75
per night

Featuring a breakfast restaurant and an outdoor barbecue area, Solomon Inn Motel Figtree is 10 minutes’ drive from Wollongong city centre and the WIN Stadium. It offers air-conditioned rooms with a TV.

The silent, n the environment surrounding

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7.2
Good
1,449 reviews
Price from
£82
per night

The Boat Harbour Motel is situated opposite the stunning Wollongong Harbour and foreshore promenade.

The motel offers 42 units, including 12 with ocean facing rooms. All rooms are air conditioned with a private balcony, kitchenette, tea/coffee facilities, bar fridge, microwave, bathroom with shower, hair dryer, toiletries, free WIFI & Foxtel. Interconnecting rooms are also available.

The Ocean side triple room had a beautiful view, I loved that the window had no fly-screen, it was like outside living. I was sceptical about the bathrooms for cleanliness and mirror for makeup application but it was actually really cute and better than expected. We slept with the windows open and there was a party in the neighbouring property, they had live music and it was the best vibe!

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7.9
Good
2,884 reviews
Price from
£93
per night

At the motel, each room includes a wardrobe. The rooms are equipped with a kettle, while some rooms also feature a balcony and others also feature city views. All guest rooms in Normandie Wollongong are fitted with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries.

friendly staff, willing to help out. comfortable place to stay at!

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5.7
Review score
278 reviews
Price from
£56
per night

Elsinor Motor Lodge is a 15-minute drive from central Wollongong and 1.7 km from Dapto Train Station. It offers a restaurant, an indoor heated pool and barbecue facilities. Free on-site parking is provided.

Lovely staff and great affordable accommodation

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7.4
Good
435 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

Just 10 minutes’ walk from Northbeach, Flinders Motel features a restaurant, a lovely garden and a communal kitchen. It offers air-conditioned rooms with a flat-screen TV.

Flinders Motel Wollongong is 5 minutes’ walk from North Wollongong Train Station. WIN Stadium, Wollongong Botanic Gardens and Wollongong Golf Club are each a 5-minute drive away.

bed was exceptionally comfortable and the eoom was super clean

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6.9
Review score
686 reviews
Price from
£88
per night

Situated in Gwynneville, 600 metres from Puckey's Beach, Beach Park Motel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace. Located around 2.6 km from Towradgi Beach, the motel with free WiFi is also 10 km away from Nan Tien Temple. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.5 km from Wollongong City Beach.

Nice and close to the beach and close drive to shops etc

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5.5
Review score
131 reviews
Price from
£81
per night

Golf Place Inn Wollongong offers 42 spacious motel rooms and apartments, all including high quality and extremely comfortable A.H Beard mattresses, reverse cycle air-conditioning, flat screen TV, soundproof windows, bar fridge, microwave, kettle, complementary tea and coffee, free Wi-Fi and eco-friendly bathroom amenities.

Very pet friendly and comfortable

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6.2
Review score
769 reviews
Price from
£75
per night

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Both travellers on the road and on a budget rely on motels for convenient stops with reasonable rates. Direct access to parking makes a motel an easy place to catch some sleep after a day of driving. The relatively smaller size of this accommodation type can also help to make check-in quick and easy.
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Motels that guests love in Wollongong

  • Avg. price/night: £108.56
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,884 reviews
    I asked for an ocean view. Would have preferred a full view of the harbour. The bed was very comfy. The kitchenette was clean and cute with a microwave which is handy if needed. The coffee and tea was basic but nice with some biscuits. Parking is now only for guests which if great and well lit up. Easy walk to the harbour and had the best calamari rings from Bobby's cafe. I actually felt quite safe and it was a quiet motel. It is old and has been there a long time which gives it a special charm. I will stsy again even with my quirks.
    Sandra
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £108.05
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,078 reviews
    Staff were friendly and the property was easy to access. Free parking on-site is always a bonus.
    Grove
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £258.57
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 370 reviews
    They offer very generously sized and modern apartments just a short walk from both the main shopping area (Wollongong Central) and the hospital. The parking is very easy and convenient. They were also very flexible and accommodating when we had to extend our stay a couple of times. The size and facilities were very useful as it allowed me to work remotely in comfort.
    Miyuru
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £95.64
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,816 reviews
    This place is centrally located, easy to get to the train station, and bus stop is opposite. The room was basic, but clean, although a little dated and run down. The bed was comfy, and the towels were bath sheets, wonderful! I feel for the whole community, they suffered with recent flooding, the motel was no exception. I was happy to be able to support them by staying there, and hope they get back on track quickly.
    Elles Belles
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £104.43
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,196 reviews
    Very convenient location. Close to restaurants and city centre. Free parking, secure access. Helpful and friendly staff. We are particularly very grateful to the air conditioning service person who found our car keys after we misplaced them, and returned them to reception.
    Amelia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £92.59
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 483 reviews
    This was a great clean motel with the best bed and bathroom! Right next door to the pub. Will defs stay again.
    Karen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £164.91
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,366 reviews
    Quite surprised and pleased to find a washer and drier in the bathroom. This was very useful. My daughter was in hospital unexpectedly, and her 5 year-old was with me. We had been travelling for a few days prior to this, and had no opportunity to wash clothes. So it was appreciated to find the washer and drier, which I had never seen before in a hotel/motel room. Parking facilities, a little scary at first, were useful and not hard to get to or out of.
    J
    Jennifer
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £104.43
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,196 reviews
    Location good for Wollongong. Located short walk to harbour beach and City mall. Nice hotel in quiet street with free parking.
    Ron
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £108.05
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,078 reviews
    Friendly staff, clean and modern room, close to CBD, free parking and in-house bistro and bar.
    Rise
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £108.56
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 686 reviews
    Even though we arrived the hotel after the opening hours of the reception, they were really accommodating and friendly. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Location is really good and there is free parking at the motel.
    Ryan Jia Hoong
    Young couple

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