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Best Wollongong Family Hotels

Flinders Motel

Flinders Motel

3 out of 5
19 Flinders St., Wollongong, NSW
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$110 per night from 7 Oct. to 8 Oct.
3.5/5Good! (422 reviews)

"the check in service was quick and perfect. they allowed me to check in earlier than normal"…"

Reviewed on 24 May 2020

Flinders Motel
Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong

Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong

4.5 out of 5
19 Market Street, Wollongong, NSW
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$143 per night from 18 Oct. to 19 Oct.
4.5/5Wonderful! (1,543 reviews)

"Everything was just very easy. Massive room - very clean & comfy"…"

Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2020

Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong
Wollongong Serviced Apartments

Wollongong Serviced Apartments

4 out of 5
54 Kembla Street, Wollongong, NSW
The price is AU$142 per night from 11 Oct. to 12 Oct.
4.5/5Wonderful! (294 reviews)

"Affordable nice apartment and management...close to most of the amenities..."…"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2020

Wollongong Serviced Apartments

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Best Western City Sands - Wollongong Golf Club

Best Western City Sands - Wollongong Golf Club

4 out of 5
cnr of Banks & Corrimal St, Wollongong, NSW
The price is AU$145 per night from 5 Oct. to 6 Oct.
4.4/5Excellent! (733 reviews)

"Clean spacious room with fantastic views. reception staff very helpful but don't eat from the bar menu. Very poor food there."…"

Reviewed on 6 Sep. 2020

Best Western City Sands - Wollongong Golf Club
The Belmore All-Suite Hotel

The Belmore All-Suite Hotel

3.5 out of 5
39 Smith Street, Wollongong, NSW
The price is AU$149 per night from 6 Oct. to 7 Oct.
4.3/5Excellent! (825 reviews)

"Reception Book in very good and helpful. Staff attitude was polite."…"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2020

The Belmore All-Suite Hotel
Quest Wollongong

Quest Wollongong

4 out of 5
59-61 Kembla Street, Wollongong, NSW
The price is AU$189 per night from 5 Oct. to 6 Oct.
4.3/5Excellent! (360 reviews)

"Super lovely & friendly check in. Rooms nice and clean. Great location & easy parking underneath. Will definitely stay again."…"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2020

Quest Wollongong
Mantra Wollongong

Mantra Wollongong

4.5 out of 5
6-10 Gladstone Ave, Wollongong, NSW
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$151 per night from 20 Oct. to 21 Oct.
4.1/5Very Good! (1,331 reviews)

"The room was clean. the bed was very uncomfortable. It sank and because 2 single beds were placed together, it was hard in the middle. There was a recurrent noise (coming from other apartments) which appeared to have been a plumbing issue. Apart from that a pleasant stay."…"

Reviewed on 14 Sep. 2020

Mantra Wollongong
Sage Hotel Wollongong

Sage Hotel Wollongong

4 out of 5
60/62 Harbour Street, Wollongong, NSW
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$139 per night from 8 Oct. to 9 Oct.
3.9/5Good! (972 reviews)

"Large clean room, great location and friendly staff"…"

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2020

Sage Hotel Wollongong
Boat Harbour Motel

Boat Harbour Motel

3 out of 5
Cnr Campbell and Wilson St, Wollongong, NSW
The price is AU$155 per night from 27 Sep. to 28 Sep.
3.8/5Good! (716 reviews)

"When we arrived we got a room in bad shape, but we complained and the staff was very helpful and gave us another room in much better condition 😊 Plus for the staff:) The location of the motel was perfect and everything were nearby:)"…"

Reviewed on 14 Mar. 2020

Boat Harbour Motel
City Beach Motel

City Beach Motel

3 out of 5
22 Crown Street, Wollongong, NSW
The price is AU$129 per night from 28 Sep. to 29 Sep.
3.3/5 (293 reviews)

"Central location handy to WIN Stadium, beach and CBD. Room very basic but spacious. All a bit aged and need of a refresh. Served the purpose of a visit to the Rugby."…"

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2020

City Beach Motel
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Where should we stay in Wollongong?

The welcoming destination of Wollongong is a great choice if you've been thinking about a holiday with the children. The cycling trails, beaches and cafes are just some of the things that make this an attractive family holiday destination. Arrange a flight into Wollongong, NSW (WOL-Illawarra Regional), which is located 11.2 mi (18 km) from the city centre. Wollongong offers 10 child-friendly hotels and other types of accommodation so you have plenty of options when you're deciding where you'd like to stay.

Families on holiday have positive things to say about these types of accommodation:

Sage Hotel Wollongong: Offers an outdoor pool, a restaurant and free WiFi. Guests like the overall comfort and central location at this 4-star hotel.

City Beach Motel – Features free parking, laundry facilities and in-room kitchenettes. The comfy beds and clean rooms make this 3-star motel popular with guests.

The Belmore All-Suite Hotel – Offers free parking, free WiFi and in-room DVD players. Guests like the overall comfort and clean rooms at this 3.5-star apartment.

Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong – Features an outdoor pool, babysitting services and free WiFi. This 4-star aparthotel is popular with guests for its overall comfort.

Best Western City Sands - Wollongong Golf Club – Offers a restaurant, free parking and laundry facilities. Guests like the overall comfort at this 4-star motel.

When should we visit Wollongong?

You're likely hoping for good weather for your family holiday. Use these tips to decide when to grab the children and head to Wollongong.

  • Hottest months: January, February, December and March, with an average temperature of 25°C
  • Coldest months: July, June, August and September, with an average temperature of 8°C
  • Driest months: December, October, September and November, with an average rainfall of 73.50 inches
  • Rainiest months: April, May, March and July, with an average rainfall of 126.75 inches

What should we see and do in Wollongong?

While you are holidaying in Wollongong, you and the family may want to see some interesting spots such as Illawarra Performing Arts Centre and Illawarra Museum. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as WIN Entertainment Centre and Wollongong City Gallery.

Wollongong is also well-known for the:
  • Beaches
  • Cycling
  • Shopping
  • Cafes
  • Restaurants
  • Rainforest

Getting around Wollongong

To see more of the larger area, ride aboard one of the trains from Wollongong Station. Wollongong might not have many public transport options to choose from so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

Frequently asked questions

What's Wollongong like for family-friendly holidays?
The welcoming destination of Wollongong is a great choice if you’ve been considering a holiday with the children. The cycling trails, beaches and rainforest are just a few things that make this an attractive spot for a family holiday. Arrange a flight into Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.), which is located 37.1 mi (59.7 km) from the city centre.
What's the best hotel for a family holiday in Wollongong?
Wollongong Surf Leisure Resort is a top 3.5-star resort on Expedia for families, and features in-room kitchens and free parking. Other good options for your stay with the children include Quality Suites Pioneer Sands and Novotel Wollongong Northbeach.
How many hotels that welcome families will I be able to find in Wollongong?
Expedia has 24 hotels in Wollongong that are rated for being family-friendly.
What's the weather like in Wollongong?
The hottest months are usually November and December, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Wollongong is 872 inches.
What's there to see and do with your family in Wollongong?
WIN Entertainment Centre and WIN Stadium are interesting attractions that you and your family may enjoy exploring while you are staying in Wollongong. Make sure that you have plenty of time to take in activities in the area such as Wollongong City Beach and Jamberoo Action Park.
What's the best way for us to get around Wollongong?
If you’d like to explore more of the area, take a train from Wollongong Station, North Wollongong Station or Fairy Meadow Station. Wollongong might not have very many public transport options, so consider renting a car to explore more.

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