Lake Illawarra Holidays

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Your Lake Illawarra Holiday

Our Lake Illawarra holiday packages are a time-saving and convenient way to plan and reserve your next escape. Get to know the essence of this unique neighbourhood without the fuss of organising everything yourself. Some top nearby attractions to visit during your trip to Lake Illawarra include Port Kembla Golf Club, Stocklands Shellharbour and Warilla Beach. Don't just dream it — make it a reality! Reserve your perfect Lake Illawarra holiday with Expedia and experience travel your way.

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  • Restaurant
    Jul 1 - Jul 15

    YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites + Flight

    Sydney Central Business District
    12 nights
    4.0 star property
    8.2/10 - Very good (2,744 reviews)
    "The staff is great"
    Reviewed May 24, 2026
    Return • Edinburgh (EDI) - Sydney (SYD)
    EDI - SYD • 2 stops SYD - EDI • 2 stops
    £2,256
    £1,610
    per traveller
    found 22 hours ago
    YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
  • Apartment | Beach
    Aug 1 - Aug 15

    Bright 2-bed Flat With Balcony in Vaucluse + Flight

    Vaucluse
    12 nights
    2.5 star property
    Return • Birmingham (BHX) - Sydney (SYD)
    BHX - SYD • 1 stop SYD - BHX • 1 stop
    £3,284
    £2,406
    per traveller
    found 11 hours ago
    Bright 2-bed Flat With Balcony in Vaucluse
  • Apartment | Living room
    Aug 1 - Aug 15

    Central 2-bed Apartment With Private Parking + Flight

    Strathfield
    12 nights
    2.0 star property
    10/10 - Exceptional (1 review)
    "Great appartment with brilliant amenities. Would highly recommended this as a place to stay."
    Reviewed April 12, 2026
    Return • Birmingham (BHX) - Sydney (SYD)
    BHX - SYD • 1 stop SYD - BHX • 1 stop
    £3,007
    £2,279
    per traveller
    found 11 hours ago
    Central 2-bed Apartment With Private Parking
  • Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
    Jul 1 - Jul 15

    Rydges Australia Square + Flight

    Sydney Central Business District
    12 nights
    4.0 star property
    9.0/10 - Wonderful (1,879 reviews)
    "Very convenient location. Very good accommodation. Pricey."
    Reviewed May 23, 2026
    Return • Edinburgh (EDI) - Sydney (SYD)
    EDI - SYD • 2 stops SYD - EDI • 2 stops
    £2,071
    £1,662
    per traveller
    found 22 hours ago
    Rydges Australia Square
  • Indoor pool
    Jul 1 - Jul 15

    Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney + Flight

    Sydney Central Business District
    12 nights
    5.0 star property
    9.0/10 - Wonderful (1,545 reviews)
    "Beautiful"
    Reviewed May 23, 2026
    Return • Edinburgh (EDI) - Sydney (SYD)
    EDI - SYD • 2 stops SYD - EDI • 2 stops
    £2,276
    £1,856
    per traveller
    found 22 hours ago
    Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney

Where to stay in Lake Illawarra

Find the best Lake Illawarra areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Lake Illawarra
Panorama view from Bass Point Reserve across Pacific Ocean to Mystics Beach on Minnamurra and spit with Saddleback Mountain in distance, Shellharbour, New South Wales Australia

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.

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Top hotels in Lake Illawarra

Sunny Shores Retreat –Private Pool & Pet friendly

Sunny Shores Retreat –Private Pool & Pet friendly

Lake Illawarra NSW
9.6/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
"we absolutely loved our stay here. although the weather was terrible when we stayed so we couldn’t enjoy the pool, we were still well accommodated and didn’t go bored. the place is so well equipped which we were surprised about, you don’t get many places like that. our dogs loved it, there was so ..."

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

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Sunny Shores Retreat –Private Pool & Pet friendly
Shellharbour Beach side. PET friendly. Beach, lake. Fish surf swim SUP dive

Shellharbour Beach side. PET friendly. Beach, lake. Fish surf swim SUP dive

Lake Illawarra NSW
The price is £289 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
£289
31 May - 1 Jun
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
"Lovely and clean Check in process very easyGreat communication"

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

Shellharbour Beach side. PET friendly. Beach, lake. Fish surf swim SUP dive
Sage Hotel Wollongong

Sage Hotel Wollongong

4 out of 5
60/62 Harbour Street Wollongong NSW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £90 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
£90
8 Jun - 9 Jun
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Staff were so helpful on arrival. Given the sea view we requested and started the day with a choice breakfast buffet, thank you"

Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Sage Hotel Wollongong
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Lake Illawarra travel package cost?
Explore the best of Lake Illawarra from just . Choose from a wonderful selection of hotels, flights and rental cars to suit every budget and style. Pick up even more discounts when you add a couple of tours or activities to your travel package.
If I'm not able to travel, can I cancel my Lake Illawarra travel package?
It's difficult to predict what the future holds, so it's comforting to know that you can cancel or change your Lake Illawarra travel package. If you booked in the last 24 hours, you may be entitled to a refund. If your booking is older, your hotel, airline or car rental company may charge a fee. Visit our Customer Service Portal for further details.
How do I get a cheap travel package to Lake Illawarra?
Think of all the amazing things you could do in Lake Illawarra with a pile of extra cash in your pocket. Watch your savings stack up when you bundle your hotel and airfare bookings into a Lake Illawarra travel package. You have loads of choice when it comes to booking with Expedia too. In fact, you can pick from more than 550 airlines and 1,000,000 hotel options globally. Whether you're holidaying with the family or travelling on your own, organising a getaway to Lake Illawarra is better with a package.
Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Lake Illawarra holidays?
Expedia has joined forces with online lender Klarna to make your next trip easier on your budget. Paying in instalments means you can spread the costs of your dream holiday, leaving you with more money to spend while you're away. Klarna has several payment plans to pick from, so you're sure to find something that falls within your budget. Take a look at these flexible payment options:

  • Pay monthly holidays: If paying bite-sized amounts each month sounds right for you, Klarna can help. Paying in convenient monthly instalments will make that dream holiday possible.
  • Pay in instalments holidays: With this Book Now, Pay Later option, Klarna makes it easy to pay for your holiday over multiple transactions.
  • Low deposit holidays: When you want to jump on an incredible deal but don't have the full amount yet, Klarna's low deposit holiday plan will help you get what you want.

Where should I stay in Lake Illawarra?
A holiday in Lake Illawarra isn't complete without checking out Port Kembla Golf Club, Stocklands Shellharbour and Warilla Beach. Spend your nights close to these top sights and make sightseeing easy.
What are the top hotels in Lake Illawarra?
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach and Mantra Wollongong are among the most popular properties in Lake Illawarra. Why not take a look at the rates and amenities at each and then decide?
How far in advance should I book my Lake Illawarra holiday?
Reserving your tickets early with Expedia means one less thing to have to worry about. Many air carriers advertise prices up to 12 months prior to take off. Typically, this is the cheapest time to book. If circumstances have left you booking late, great deals to Lake Illawarra are still known to appear just weeks before departure.
What does an Expedia Lake Illawarra travel package include?
Flights, rental cars and hotels — we've got them well covered. With Expedia, you can shape your Lake Illawarra package just the way you want. All you have to do is decide what you need. Once you've made your booking, you can add extras like tours and activities. The more you bundle, the greater your savings!
What should I know before booking a Lake Illawarra travel package?
Bundling your bookings into a Lake Illawarra travel package is the most convenient way to organise your trip. Not only that, you'll save big just for combining your hotels, flights and car rentals. Once you've booked, why not add on a day tour or an activity?
Can I choose my airline with a Lake Illawarra Expedia travel package?
Most definitely. Expedia has more than 550 airline partners to select from all over the world. With such a huge range of choice, finding the perfect carrier to whisk you away to Lake Illawarra won't be hard.

Popular places to visit

North Wollongong Beach

North Wollongong Beach

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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.

North Wollongong Beach
Wollongong City Beach

Wollongong City Beach

4/5(6 reviews)

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.

Wollongong City Beach
Nan Tien Temple

Nan Tien Temple

4/5(1 review)

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.

Nan Tien Temple

Things to do

Wicked Women of Wollongong Walking Tour

Wicked Women of Wollongong Walking Tour

£32
per adult
Wicked Women of Wollongong Walking Tour
Beachside Skydive Sydney-Shellharbour

Beach Skydive - Shellharbour (Wollongong)

£212
per adult
Beach Skydive - Shellharbour (Wollongong)
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* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages. Flight-inclusive packages are ATOL protected.