Lake Illawarra

Wollongong

An aerial view of a coastal area with a large bay, sandy beaches, a small island with dense vegetation, and a road leading to a settlement.
A person standing on a rocky beach with a camera, reflecting the sunset sky.
A rocky shoreline with waves crashing against the rocks.

Stay near popular Lake Illawarra attractions

Warilla Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Warilla Beach during your trip to Wollongong?
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Things to do

Wollongong’s Wicked Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour

Wollongong’s Wicked Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour

￥6,703
per adult
Wollongong’s Wicked Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour
Jervis Bay Private Tour

Best of the bay Tour -Jervis Bay

￥15,641
per adult
Best of the bay Tour -Jervis Bay
Picture 7 for Activity Sydney, Shellharbour: 15,000ft Tandem Beach Skydive

Sydney, Shellharbour: 15,000ft Tandem Beach Skydive

￥44,577
per adult
Sydney, Shellharbour: 15,000ft Tandem Beach Skydive
Beachside Skydive Sydney-Shellharbour

Beach Skydive - Shellharbour (Wollongong)

￥44,577
per adult
Beach Skydive - Shellharbour (Wollongong)
Sydney: Jervis Bay Day Trip with Wild Kangaroos & Beach

Sydney: Jervis Bay Day Trip with Wild Kangaroos & Beach

￥24,635
per adult
Sydney: Jervis Bay Day Trip with Wild Kangaroos & Beach
Walk the Sea Cliff bridge

Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Wildlife Small Group

￥31,506
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Wildlife Small Group
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Lake Illawarra Hotel Deals

Blue Beach House - dog friendly. Walk to Beach, lake. Fish surf swim SUP dive

Blue Beach House - dog friendly. Walk to Beach, lake. Fish surf swim SUP dive

Lake Illawarra NSW
The price is ￥27,495 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
￥27,495
￥53,010 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly guesthouse in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Reddall Reserve and Henderson ...
9/10 Wonderful! (16 reviews)
"Nice little touches with games and condiments. Everything we needed to cook and store food. Watch tv. Great heating. Comfy beds and lounge."

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2026

Blue Beach House - dog friendly. Walk to Beach, lake. Fish surf swim SUP dive
SEASIDE STUDIO Minutes' walk to Beach, Lake, Fishing in beautiful Shellharbour

SEASIDE STUDIO Minutes' walk to Beach, Lake, Fishing in beautiful Shellharbour

Lake Illawarra NSW
The price is ￥16,497 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
￥16,497
￥30,464 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Reddall Reserve and Henderson Park are located ...
5/10 (2 reviews)
Family from Sydney visit
"It suited our purpose. Nice, clean, good enough location. We didnt bring cars with us .So street parking not a problem. GGooNoproblams"

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2025

SEASIDE STUDIO Minutes' walk to Beach, Lake, Fishing in beautiful Shellharbour
Sage Hotel Wollongong

Sage Hotel Wollongong

4 out of 5
60/62 Harbour Street Wollongong NSW
The price is ￥20,196 per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
￥20,196
￥22,216 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Sage Hotel Wollongong
Nova Kiama

Nova Kiama

3.5 out of 5
31 Bong Bong St Kiama NSW
The price is ￥18,939 per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
￥18,939
￥20,954 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kiama. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (819 reviews)
"Very Clean room, comfortable bed, quality complementary products, Pub next door a bit noisy. Great location. Balcony standing only with partial ocean views. Parking under building easy to navigate."

Reviewed on Oct 22, 2026

Nova Kiama
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

4 out of 5
60 Market Street Wollongong NSW
The price is ￥14,772 per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
￥14,772
￥16,249 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

4.5 out of 5
2-14 Cliff Road North Wollongong NSW
The price is ￥24,560 per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
￥24,560
￥27,016 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a 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 ...
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
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Where to stay in Lake Illawarra

Find the best Lake Illawarra areas and neighborhoods 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.

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

While visiting Thirroul, you might make a stop by sights like Thirroul Beach and McCauleys Beach.

A coastal landscape with a clear blue sky, a sandy beach, and a wooden boardwalk leading to the water.
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Open Photo by Lauren Abela

Shell Cove

Travelers 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.

Lake Illawarra