Beachfront hotels in Wollongong

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Wollongong. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Novotel Wollongong Northbeach Wollongong, Australia

  

  Hotel. Situated opposite North Wollongong Beach, Novotel Wollongong Northbeach offers spacious modern rooms, many with stunning ocean or mountain views. Novotel Hotel Wollongong Northbeach caters for both leisure and business travellers, offering facilities and services such as an outdoor swimming pool, 5 restaurants and bars, and an intimate fitness centre. All rooms are beautifully styled with modern furnishings, crisp white bed linen, comfortable beds, and spacious bathrooms with over-sized bath towels. Palisade Kitchen and Bar features panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, an innovative and contemporary menu, and an extensive wine list. The intimate new North Bar situated in the lobby is the ideal place for pre-dinner drinks. Try casual dining in Pepe’s by the Beach, Adrift Pool Bar or The Frisky Flamingo, our American style sports bar. Located just 90 minutes’ drive south of Sydney in the beautiful Illawarra, Novotel Wollongong Northbeach is within easy walking distance of Wollongong city centre. Show full description Guest review score 7.7, rooms from around 224 AUD.

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• 2 Wollongong Surf Leisure Resort Wollongong, Australia

  

  Resort. Set on 30 acres of lawns and landscaped gardens, Wollongong Surf Leisure Resort features an indoor heated swimming pool, 1 tennis court and 2 half basket-ball courts. Each apartment includes a fully equipped kitchen. All apartments at Surf Leisure Resort Wollongong include a lounge area with TV and sofa. Some rooms have a private terrace or balcony, while most rooms feature air conditioning. Barbecues with outdoor seating are located around the resort. Guests have access to mini golf. There is also a children’s playground and bicycles are available for hire. Situated behind a long stretch of beach between Fairy Meadow and Towradgi Beaches, Wollongong Surf Leisure Resort is a 30-minute drive from Jamberoo Recreation Park. It is less than 10 minutes’ drive to the shops and restaurants in Wollongong city centre. Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 183 AUD.

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• 3 Corrimal Beach Tourist Park Wollongong, Australia

  

  Holiday park. Featuring direct access to the golden shores and rolling waves of Corrimal Beach, this tourist park features self-contained cabin accommodation. Guests can enjoy a meal at the onsite The Pantry Cafe or share a meal with friends using the BBQ facilities. All self-contained cabins boast a patio offering garden views and an outdoor dining setting. The cabins feature an oven, stovetop, microwave and fridge. There is a dining and lounge area with a flat-screen TV and DVD player. Children will love the playground with equipment. You can hire bicycles to explore the surrounding area, or head to the tour desk where the staff can assist in organising local activities. There is also a mini mart on site. Wollongong is just a 12-minute drive away. Jamberoo Action Part is a 30-minute drive and Minammurra Falls and Rainforest is a 40-minute drive. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 150 AUD.

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• 4 Thirroul Beach Motel Wollongong, Australia

  

  Motel. 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 1.2 km from Austinmer Beach, 20 km from Nan Tien Temple and 33 km from Historical Aircraft Restoration Society Museum. The accommodation features evening entertainment and a concierge service. Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a fridge, a microwave, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. All rooms include a private bathroom, a hairdryer and bed linen. At the motel you will find a restaurant serving Seafood, Steakhouse and Australian cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options can also be requested. Guests at Thirroul Beach Motel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Wollongong, like hiking and fishing. Shellharbour City Stadium is 36 km from the accommodation, while Jamberoo Action Park is 41 km away. The nearest airport is Shellharbour Airport, 33 km from Thirroul Beach Motel. Show full description Guest review score 7.8, rooms from around 212 AUD.

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• 5 Boat Harbour Motel Wollongong, Australia

  

  Motel. 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 Anchorage Restaurant is located on-site and boasts uninterrupted harbour views. It is open for lunch and dinner and welcomes you to enjoy great food and service. It also offers a superb wine list, beer on tap and a fabulous cocktail menu. Basin Cafe is located directly below the Anchorage Restaurant. Enjoy great coffee, all day breakfast, lunch and delicious homemade pastries with a view. Basin Cafe is open every day. Wollongong’s pristine beaches are only a short walk from the motel, with other attractions along the way - lighthouses, rockpools and many historical sites. The WIN Stadium and Entertainment Centre & Wollongong Performing Arts are within a short walk from the motel. Close by there are many local restaurants, lively bars & cafes. Wollongong Botanical Gardens are easily reached, and The Nan Tien Temple & Symbio Wildlife Park are just a short drive away. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around 175 AUD.

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• 6 The Beach House North Wollongong Wollongong, Australia

  

  Holiday home. Boasting sea views, The Beach House North Wollongong provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 600 metres from Puckey's Beach. Featuring free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking and fishing. The air-conditioned holiday home consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchenette with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. The holiday home offers a sun terrace. Popular points of interest near The Beach House North Wollongong include Wollongong City Beach, WIN Stadium and North Wollongong Station. The nearest airport is Shellharbour Airport, 23 km from the accommodation. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around 395 AUD.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!