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Our top choices for Darkes Forest hotels

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1. Thirroul Beach Motel

Thirroul Beach Motel
3.5 star property
Thirroul, 6.8 mi from Darkes Forest
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (454 reviews)
"Clean rooms, easy walk to town."
Australia
Lisbeth
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Thirroul Beach Motel
A wooden table with a book, a plate of cheese, and a bottle on a balcony overlooking a beach.

2. Bulli Beach Tourist Park

Bulli Beach Tourist Park
4.0 star property
Bulli, 8.6 mi from Darkes Forest
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (265 reviews)
"The view from the cabins were spectacular. Highly recommend if you are wanting close up beach views."
United States
Keira
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Bulli Beach Tourist Park
A beach with wooden walkways leading to beach huts.

3. Southview Boutique Guest House

Southview Boutique Guest House
4.5 star property
Bulli, 8 mi from Darkes Forest
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (139 reviews)
"Great place to stay "
Australia
Daniel
The price is £163
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Southview Boutique Guest House
A hotel room with two single beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a framed abstract artwork.

4. Heathcote Hotel

Heathcote Hotel
3.5 star property
10.7 mi from Darkes Forest
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (114 reviews)
"National park is close by"
Australia
Tingting
The price is £83
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Heathcote Hotel
A modern gym with exercise equipment, large windows, and a wooden floor.

5. Quality Suites Pioneer Sands

Quality Suites Pioneer Sands
4.0 star property
Fairy Meadow, 11.9 mi from Darkes Forest
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"We enjoyed our one night. Great staff. Two large bedrooms. Clean spacious lounge area. Just what we needed for 3 Adults."
Australia
Stuart
The price is £94
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Quality Suites Pioneer Sands
A buffet setup with various food items, including pastries and fruits, and decorative elements like plants and metallic containers.

6. Rydges Campbelltown

Rydges Campbelltown
4.5 star property
11.4 mi from Darkes Forest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (999 reviews)
"Excellent clean hotel with great service"
Australia
James
The price is £119
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Rydges Campbelltown
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a building labeled "Gold Wheel Country Restaurant," and surrounding greenery.

7. Maclin Lodge Motel

Maclin Lodge Motel
3.0 star property
11.8 mi from Darkes Forest
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice room and great value"
Australia
GARRY
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Maclin Lodge Motel
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the street.

8. Comfort Inn Towradgi Beach

Comfort Inn Towradgi Beach
3.5 star property
Fairy Meadow, 12 mi from Darkes Forest
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (531 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Matt
The price is £93
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Comfort Inn Towradgi Beach
An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, green fields, and a residential area.

9. Corrimal Beach Tourist Park

Corrimal Beach Tourist Park
4.0 star property
11.4 mi from Darkes Forest
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (195 reviews)
"Fantastic October stay!! Quiet, loved our cabin and access to the beach"
Australia
Philip
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Corrimal Beach Tourist Park
An outdoor patio area with picnic tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and planters.

10. Nightcap at the Charles Hotel

Nightcap at the Charles Hotel
3.5 star property
Fairy Meadow, 12.2 mi from Darkes Forest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (168 reviews)
"Quiet rooms in central location, off street parking & decent food = a lot to like!"
Australia
Jane
The price is £74
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Nightcap at the Charles Hotel
A sidewalk with outdoor seating, a palm tree, and a building with large windows.

11. Engadine Motor Inn

Engadine Motor Inn
3.5 star property
11.3 mi from Darkes Forest
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (258 reviews)
"Easy check-in/check-out, clean, reasonably priced, friendly, helpful staff."
Australia
Michelle
The price is £120
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Engadine Motor Inn
A deck with outdoor seating, a table, and a view of the ocean.

12. Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
4.5 star property
North Wollongong, 13.7 mi from Darkes Forest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Roght next to beach, room and breakfast good. The hotel itself abit dated but they have tried to make it feel modern."
Australia
Andrew
The price is £130
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
A modern building with a sign reading 'ibis budget.'

13. ibis Budget Campbelltown

ibis Budget Campbelltown
3.0 star property
12.5 mi from Darkes Forest
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Convenient location, friendly staff always willing to assist."
Australia
Matilda
The price is £44
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
ibis Budget Campbelltown
A beach with a sandy shore and green vegetation.

14. Wollongong Surf Leisure Resort

Wollongong Surf Leisure Resort
3.5 star property
Fairy Meadow, 12 mi from Darkes Forest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (593 reviews)
"Great place to stay, with plenty of space and things to do. Will stay here again"
Australia
Daniel
The price is £105
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Wollongong Surf Leisure Resort
A stone building with arched windows and a garden area with trees and plants.

15. The Hermitage Motel

The Hermitage Motel
4.0 star property
12.5 mi from Darkes Forest
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (392 reviews)
"Always best place stay"
Australia
Jason
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The Hermitage Motel
A bedroom with a large mirror, two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

16. Campbelltown Colonial Motor Inn

Campbelltown Colonial Motor Inn
3.5 star property
11.9 mi from Darkes Forest
7.0 out of 10, Good, (368 reviews)
"Very nice staff & rooms are big "
United Kingdom
Wayne
The price is £84
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Campbelltown Colonial Motor Inn
A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a dining table, a separate bedroom with a bed, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

17. Quest Campbelltown

Quest Campbelltown
4.5 star property
12.5 mi from Darkes Forest
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (840 reviews)
"Safety and the cleanliness and also staffs are amazing!"
Australia
MARIA ANNEBEE
The price is £74
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Quest Campbelltown
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a balcony with a railing.

18. Boat Harbour Motel

Boat Harbour Motel
3.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 14.1 mi from Darkes Forest
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Great little stay!"
Australia
Stephen
The price is £94
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Boat Harbour Motel
An outdoor patio area with brick flooring, outdoor seating, a fire pit, and string lights.

19. Camden Valley Inn

Camden Valley Inn
4.0 star property
14.9 mi from Darkes Forest
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (788 reviews)
"The go to place to stay for a week long work trip :)"
Australia
Brent
The price is £97
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Camden Valley Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a mirror, and a bench.

20. The Belmore Apartments Hotel

The Belmore Apartments Hotel
4.0 star property
Wollongong CBD, 14.3 mi from Darkes Forest
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room and free parking"
Australia
Jimmy
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Belmore Apartments Hotel
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Compare top hotels in Darkes Forest

Room

Thirroul Beach Motel

3.5 star property
Thirroul, 6.8 mi from Darkes Forest
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A wooden table with a book, a plate of cheese, and a bottle on a balcony overlooking a beach.

Bulli Beach Tourist Park

4.0 star property
Bulli, 8.6 mi from Darkes Forest
View
A beach with wooden walkways leading to beach huts.

Southview Boutique Guest House

4.5 star property
Bulli, 8 mi from Darkes Forest
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A buffet setup with various food items, including pastries and fruits, and decorative elements like plants and metallic containers.

Rydges Campbelltown

4.5 star property
11.4 mi from Darkes Forest
View
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a building labeled "Gold Wheel Country Restaurant," and surrounding greenery.

Maclin Lodge Motel

3.0 star property
11.8 mi from Darkes Forest
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8.4
Very good
454 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
265 reviews
9.8
Exceptional
139 reviews
8.6
Excellent
999 reviews
8.8
Excellent
1,004 reviews
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
The price is £163
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
The price is £119
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • No WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Where to stay in Darkes Forest

Find the best Darkes Forest areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A rugged coastline with rocky terrain and sparse vegetation.

Shellharbour

Enjoy the laid-back pace of this pretty New South Wales coastal town. Explore its varied coastline, scenic harbour, local markets and nearby native bushland reserve.

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

If you're spending some time in Thirroul, Thirroul Beach and McCauleys Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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

Travellers 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.

Top Darkes Forest Hotel Reviews

Mortdale Hotel

Mortdale Hotel

8/10 Good
"The first night was a little nosier that what I expected with the train and a very drunk man singing in the bus shelter across the road all night. The second night was fantastic no singing .......but I will say everything else was fabulous. Very easy!!!!"
Linda 2-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Mortdale Hotel

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Darkes Forest?
The best time to go to Darkes Forest is during spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) for pleasant weather and outdoor activities.

During spring, the weather is mild with average temperatures ranging from 15°C to 25°C, making it ideal for exploring the natural surroundings. The local flora is in full bloom, adding to the scenery, and it's a good time for bushwalking and enjoying the local wildlife. This period is particularly good for families looking to spend time outdoors without the intense heat of summer.

Autumn also offers comfortable temperatures, typically between 12°C and 22°C, and generally less rainfall than the summer months. The changing colours of the leaves in the eucalypt forests provide a lovely backdrop for walks and drives. It's a great time for couples seeking a peaceful retreat, perhaps enjoying a quiet picnic or a leisurely stroll through the scenic trails.

While summer (December to February) can be warm, with temperatures sometimes exceeding 30°C, it's still a popular time for those who enjoy warmer weather, especially for activities around the nearby beaches.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
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How much is the nightly rate at a Darkes Forest hotel?
Hotel prices in Darkes Forest often vary, but you can find a great deal on Expedia. Different factors affect nightly hotel rates, such as the time of year or the days of the week you want to book. To find the best deals for your stay, be flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for our cheapest rates.

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