Title: Lake Illawarra Travel Guide: Best of Lake Illawarra, Wollongong Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Lake Illawarra](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Illawarra-Wollongong-Hotels.0-n553248634374343201-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Wollongong](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Wollongong.d10427.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Wollongong](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Wollongong.d10427.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Lake Illawarra Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Lake-Illawarra.d553248634374343201.Car-Hire-Guide)[Lake Illawarra Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Illawarra.d553248634374343201.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Lake Illawarra Travel Guide ## Wollongong ![Lake Illawarra](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634374343201/0ff6f4fb-b268-4d4c-85fa-d5333c9ebe70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lake Illawarra](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634374343201/b933de96-d564-48e5-994f-c75bacb9de0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Lake Illawarra Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Wollongong travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Wollongong.dx10427) --- ### Popular places to visit ![North Wollongong Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087035/e5393363-0e4a-45f7-89b5-0d1f553654ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Wollongong-Beach-North-Wollongong.d6087035.Attraction) ![Wollongong City Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087033/dbcb4c27-9878-45c0-b25f-a6ca5c062530.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wollongong-City-Beach-Port-Kembla.d6087033.Attraction) ![Nan Tien Temple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087025/8c602a77-bbe0-41e9-afd3-f481b10e3c19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nan-Tien-Temple-Berkeley.d6087025.Attraction) ![Crown Street Mall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6215968/f4d182be-c083-43cf-948c-53679a02d683.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Crown Street Mall 4/5(1 review) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Crown-Street-Mall-Wollongong-CBD.d6215968.Attraction) ![Wollongong Harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558085397/e82026b7-6d1f-428e-88cd-d563a151bef1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wollongong Harbor 4/5(7 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wollongong-Harbor-Wollongong-CBD.d553248621558085397.Attraction) ![Sea Cliff Bridge on sunrise with moving traffic and dramatic beautiful sky and ocean shore on the background. The Bridge is part of NSW Grand Pacific scenic route; Shutterstock ID 475030345](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558565672/62f07757-132d-4a48-a2a4-b617becb7a52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sea Cliff Bridge 3.5/5(2 reviews) You can learn about the history of Wollongong with a trip to Sea Cliff Bridge. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sea-Cliff-Bridge-Clifton.d553248621558565672.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Wicked Women of Wollongong Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51277659/4654062d-fdf7-451c-943d-d0464c12d378.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wicked Women of Wollongong Walking Tour £34 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wicked-women-of-wollongong-walking-tour.a51277659.activity-details) ![Walk the Sea Cliff bridge](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1226392/0f8a0a0b-c15f-4b09-8de0-6a4225807f6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Wildlife Small Group £148 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sea-cliff-bridge.a1226392.activity-details) ![South Coast Private Tour & Royal National Park Inc](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49820733/5089d1cc-eec5-460f-bdcc-336fc330547f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### South Coast Private Tour & with pick up & drop off £183 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/south-coast-private-tour-with-pick-up-drop-off.a49820733.activity-details) ![2 Hour Private Surf Lesson Experience in Wollongong](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49078997/4b8cf45b-2e42-443e-987e-dc7244827e26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 2 Hour Private Surf Lesson Experience in Wollongong £116 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-hour-private-surf-lesson-experience-in-wollongong.a49078997.activity-details) ![Wollongong and Kiama South Coast NSW Tours ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50965784/bed68521-c50a-458f-a890-68909d3044d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wollongong and Kiama South Coast NSW Tours £261 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wollongong-and-kiama-south-coast-nsw-tours.a50965784.activity-details) ![Walking to Marley Beach ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46713247/fd082009-1648-43d3-b20b-b49b46b4c1e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo £228 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sydney-private-tour-inc-the-royal-national-park-and-symbio-zoo.a46713247.activity-details) [See all activities in Wollongong](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Wollongong.d10427.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Lake Illawarra ![Sunny Shores Retreat –Private Pool & Pet friendly](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91690000/91685900/91685888/1bfedbbf_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sunny Shores Retreat –Private Pool & Pet friendly Lake Illawarra NSW Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Wollongong. Enjoy private pools, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Reddall Reserve and Berageree ... 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 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026&selected=91685888&PinnedHotelID=91685888&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634374343201) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026&selected=91685888&PinnedHotelID=91685888&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634374343201) ![Shellharbour Beach side. PET friendly. Beach, lake. Fish surf swim SUP dive ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91080000/91073300/91073206/96092060_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shellharbour Beach side. PET friendly. Beach, lake. Fish surf swim SUP dive Lake Illawarra NSW £278 31 Mar - 1 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly guesthouse in Wollongong. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Reddall Reserve and Henderson Park ... 9/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews) Lovely and clean Check in process very easyGreat communication Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=91073206&PinnedHotelID=91073206&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634374343201) ![Sage Hotel Wollongong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3872800/3872770/f2307892_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sage Hotel Wollongong 60/62 Harbour Street Wollongong NSW £89 12 Apr - 13 Apr 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! (1,002 reviews) Good twin room. Clean and spacious. Window view of beach and golf course. Lucked out with car park space outside the hotel for free. Hotel does its own for $25 or in the WIN Stadium car park. You can also park on the side streets before and after 7 for free. Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=3872770&PinnedHotelID=3872770&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634374343201) ![Novotel Wollongong Northbeach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13400/13368/d01b416b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Novotel Wollongong Northbeach 2-14 Cliff Road North Wollongong NSW £139 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy a beach locale, 4 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews) Room was clean, view was lovely. The attitude of all except two of the staff was below hospitality standard. Lack of friendliness, interest in the guest, no bend over backwards approach. I have run many hospitality venues, from restaurants to having the directorship of an island resort in the Pacific ... Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=13368&PinnedHotelID=13368&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634374343201) ![Hotel TOTTO Wollongong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1540000/1533600/1533514/f46c0a5a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel TOTTO Wollongong 60 Market Street Wollongong NSW Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £79 30 Mar - 31 Mar 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 ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (610 reviews) Everything was amazing Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=1533514&PinnedHotelID=1533514&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634374343201) ![Five Islands Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/72000000/71992400/71992321/57e355f4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Five Islands Hotel 87-93 Five Islands Rd Cringila NSW £51 9 Apr - 10 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free parking, 2 bars/lounges and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 7.8/10 Good! (330 reviews) Very nice and clean and friendly service Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F04%2F2026&endDate=10%2F04%2F2026&selected=71992321&PinnedHotelID=71992321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634374343201) [See all 976 properties in Lake Illawarra](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248634374343201) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Wollongong-Warilla.dx553248634374374113) ![Windang Island, Wollongong](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177802/70ace61b-a875-47f3-8877-938fd51730f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Windang Visitors to Windang enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Perkins Beach is worth a stop. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wollongong-Windang.dx177802) ![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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6177350/403f917b-f3f7-4573-9e0a-654eec02ce75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Shellharbour Shellharbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shellharbour South Beach and North Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wollongong-Shellharbour.dx6177350) ![Shell Cove](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6354335/f39d8896-924d-4d76-8784-48c7a3abd7d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Shell Cove Travellers like the golf courses in Shell Cove, and Links Shell Cove Golf Course is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wollongong-Shell-Cove.dx6354335) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Dapto The coffee shops and lake views are a few reasons travellers visit Dapto. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Port Kembla Golf Club and Stocklands Shellharbour, a few notable attractions nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wollongong-Dapto.dx6343707) ![Port Kembla](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6354576/46de6180-ea97-43fe-aba4-c1703885e0c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Port Kembla You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Port Kembla. You might want to make time for a stop at Wollongong City Beach or Breakwater Battery. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wollongong-Port-Kembla.dx6354576) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Lake Illawarra Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app