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

Wicked Women of Wollongong Walking Tour

Wollongong’s Wicked Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour

￥6,763
per adult
Wollongong’s Wicked Women: Inspiring History Walking Tour
Jervis Bay Private Tour

Best of the bay Tour -Jervis Bay

￥16,057
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

￥45,763
per adult
Sydney, Shellharbour: 15,000ft Tandem Beach Skydive
Beachside Skydive Sydney-Shellharbour

Beach Skydive - Shellharbour (Wollongong)

￥45,763
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
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
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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 ￥21,868 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
￥21,868
￥43,408 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
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
Sage Hotel Wollongong

Sage Hotel Wollongong

4 out of 5
60/62 Harbour Street Wollongong NSW
The price is ￥18,388 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
￥18,388
￥20,227 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Sage Hotel Wollongong is one of the best hotels we’ve stayed at, largely because of the five-star customer service. The staff were fantastic—welcoming, friendly and always happy to help. The hotel itself is lovely. Our room was spacious and clean, with amazing views, and the beach is right next door. ..."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2026

Sage Hotel Wollongong
Nova Kiama

Nova Kiama

3.5 out of 5
31 Bong Bong St Kiama NSW
The price is ￥20,031 per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
￥20,031
￥22,034 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
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! (813 reviews)
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Reviewed on Sep 27, 2026

Nova Kiama
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

4.5 out of 5
2-14 Cliff Road North Wollongong NSW
The price is ￥25,745 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
￥25,745
￥28,319 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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
Five Islands Hotel

Five Islands Hotel

3 out of 5
87-93 Five Islands Rd Cringila NSW
The price is ￥9,824 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
￥9,824
￥10,840 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free parking, 2 bars/lounges, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (380 reviews)
"Clean rooms and easy to access"

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2026

Five Islands Hotel
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

4 out of 5
60 Market Street Wollongong NSW
The price is ￥14,765 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
￥14,765
￥16,241 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
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
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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.
Photo by Lauren Abela
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