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Popular places to visit
Wollongong City Beach
Immerse yourself in the buzzing atmosphere or find your own secluded patch of sand on this vast beach that stretches for miles along the city’s gorgeous coastline.
North Wollongong Beach
Enjoy a day of fun with the family at this central beach with a broad sandy strip, rock pools, grassy foreshore areas and plenty of space to relax.
Nan Tien Temple
With a name that translates to “Paradise of the South” in Chinese, this Buddhist temple complex is a modern architectural treasure with cultural exhibitions, a lodge and workshops.
Wollongong Harbor
Wander to the edge of the scenic breakwater or take in the views of Wollongong’s two lighthouses from a waterfront café at this historic destination.
Crown Street Mall
Wollongong’s pedestrianized main street is a shopping, dining and entertainment hub where you can join community events and festivities, or shop for a new look.
Activities
Jervis Bay, Kiama & Kangaroo Valley Day Trip From Sydney-PVT
AU$299
per adult
Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Wildlife Small Group
AU$282
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
South Coast Private Tour - Pick up & Drop off
AU$375
per adult
South Coast Private Daily Group Tour - Pick up & Drop off
AU$1,395
per traveller
Our pick of the best Shell Cove Hotel Deals
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
2-14 Cliff Road North Wollongong NSW
The price is AU$259 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
AU$259
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy a beach locale, 4 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
Everything was fantastic. Loved our beach view room. Staff were exemplary and the hotel was clean and spacious. Will definitely come back again.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Sage Hotel Wollongong
60/62 Harbour Street Wollongong NSW
The price is AU$198 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
AU$198
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Great place and location
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
60 Market Street Wollongong NSW
The price is AU$153 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
AU$153
10 Feb - 11 Feb
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (562 reviews)
My room was particularly serene despite being close to CBD. Staff were also helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
140-146 Windang Rd Windang NSW
The price is AU$141 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
AU$141
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7/10 Good! (515 reviews)
The renovated room was clean and up to date, and we had a very comfortable stay while exploring. The front desk was helpful and proactive with our late check-in.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Nova Kiama
31 Bong Bong St Kiama NSW
The price is AU$206 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$206
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kiama. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (704 reviews)
Room was clean, bathroom lacked hooks for hanging towels etc…balconies are pointless only used for hanging wet towels etc…friendly staff…pool was nice.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Mantra Wollongong
6-10 Gladstone Ave Wollongong NSW
The price is AU$190 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
AU$190
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and on-site car hire. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,609 reviews)
They don’t move the blinds to clean so there was dead bugs by the windows and under the bed was very dirty. Needs a Reno and a good clean! Spacious though and good if you have a dog.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Other neighbourhoods around Shell Cove
Shellharbour
Shellharbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shellharbour South Beach and North Beach.
Minnamurra
When in Minnamurra, you can plan a visit to Jones Beach and Cathedral Rocks, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kiama Downs
If you're spending some time in Kiama Downs, Jones Beach and Cathedral Rocks are top sights worth seeing.
Warilla
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Warilla and surrounding area, you can visit Warilla Beach and North Beach.
Lake Illawarra
While visiting Lake Illawarra, you might make a stop by sights like Warilla Beach and Berageree Island.
Windang
Visitors to Windang enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Perkins Beach is worth a stop.
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