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Wollongong Serviced Apartments

Wollongong Serviced Apartments

4 out of 5
54 Kembla Street, Wollongong, NSW
The price is AU$179 per night from 8 Dec. to 9 Dec.
4.5/5Wonderful! (303 reviews)

"Apartments are located within easy walking of city beach and a huge array of restaurants.Day trips very close."…"

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2020

Wollongong Serviced Apartments
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$159 per night from 6 Dec. to 7 Dec.
4.5/5Wonderful! (1,559 reviews)

"Liked the spacious living areas and laundry in the bathroom. Only one suggestion......maybe more Comfortable seating in the living room"…"

Reviewed on 3 Nov. 2020

Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong
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
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$155 per night from 13 Dec. to 14 Dec.
4.4/5Excellent! (743 reviews)

"excellent location rooms were very clean food and staff were very good"…"

Reviewed on 6 Nov. 2020

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

The Belmore All-Suite Hotel

3.5 out of 5
39 Smith Street, Wollongong, NSW
The price is AU$175 per night from 9 Dec. to 10 Dec.
4.3/5Excellent! (833 reviews)

"Short walk to the restaurant area with some great food."…"

Reviewed on 24 Nov. 2020

The Belmore All-Suite Hotel
Quest Wollongong

Quest Wollongong

4 out of 5
59-61 Kembla Street, Wollongong, NSW
The price is AU$299 per night from 7 Dec. to 8 Dec.
4.3/5Excellent! (363 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$179 per night from 13 Dec. to 14 Dec.
4.1/5Very Good! (1,341 reviews)

"Good Staff, located near to Railway and Bus stops... Walkable to Mall... Cooking Pot to be upgraded.... Interior looked fresh.... Service and attention was good.. Will stay again."…"

Reviewed on 22 Oct. 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$158 per night from 6 Dec. to 7 Dec.
3.9/5Good! (965 reviews)

"Nice place well located Gym was closed due to Covid19 but could have been opened if correctly managed. Obviously not willing to keep it regularly clean to allow it to be open. Pool area have safety hazards of broken sharp tiles and broken underwater lights."…"

Reviewed on 26 Nov. 2020

Sage Hotel Wollongong
Boat Harbour Motel

Boat Harbour Motel

3 out of 5
Cnr Campbell and Wilson St, Wollongong, NSW
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$170 per night from 2 Dec. to 3 Dec.
3.8/5Good! (719 reviews)

"Clean and functional room, great view over boat harbour."…"

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2020

Boat Harbour Motel
Flinders Motel

Flinders Motel

3 out of 5
19 Flinders St., Wollongong, NSW
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$126 per night from 2 Dec. to 3 Dec.
3.5/5Good! (423 reviews)

"Clean - quiet and nice staff. Location is excellent for checking our the district and the price is good for what you get. Bed was comfortable."…"

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2020

Flinders Motel
City Beach Motel

City Beach Motel

3 out of 5
22 Crown Street, Wollongong, NSW
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3.3/5 (294 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?
If you’ve been thinking about a trip with your children, the welcoming destination of Wollongong is a good choice. The cycling trails, beaches and rainforest are just a few things that make this an attractive spot for a family holiday. Fly 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 on-site mini golf. 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 30 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 875 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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