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Our top choices for Illawarra motels

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a balcony with a railing.

1. Boat Harbour Motel

Boat Harbour Motel
3.0 star property
Wollongong CBD
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great little stay!"
Australia
Stephen
$90 nightly
The price is $100
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Boat Harbour Motel
A hotel room with two beds, each with a grey headboard, white bedding, and a small bedside table with a lamp.

2. Harp Hotel

Harp Hotel
2.5 star property
Wollongong CBD
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (562 reviews)
"I always look forward to staying at the Harp - Great Hotel !"
Australia
Mark
$85 nightly
The price is $95
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Harp Hotel
An indoor seating area with tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.

3. The Oaks Hotel Motel

The Oaks Hotel Motel
2.5 star property
Albion Park Rail
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (123 reviews)
"Lovely staff"
Australia
Anne
$97 nightly
The price is $107
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
The Oaks Hotel Motel

4. Thirroul Beach Motel

Thirroul Beach Motel
3.5 star property
Thirroul
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (442 reviews)
"Great room with two beds for myself and my son to stay, very clean and reasonably priced. Quick walk to Thirroul beach and great recommendation for dinner at South Sailor which was also close-by."
United States
Shane
$114 nightly
The price is $126
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Thirroul Beach Motel
A modern spa entrance with a wooden bench inside, large potted plants, and a blue wall.

5. Surfside 22

Surfside 22
2.0 star property
Wollongong CBD
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (80 reviews)
"Absolutely wonderful place to stay!"
Australia
anita
$135 nightly
The price is $149
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Surfside 22
A large bed with a patterned bedspread, two pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

6. Solomon Inn Wollongong

Solomon Inn Wollongong
3.0 star property
Figtree
7.6 out of 10, Good, (742 reviews)
"The friendliness of staff and cleanliness of accommodation the location was convient"
Australia
Julie
$98 nightly
The price is $109
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Solomon Inn Wollongong
A bar area with wooden paneling, multiple hanging pendant lights, and shelves stocked with bottles.

7. Unanderra Hotel

Unanderra Hotel
2.0 star property
Unanderra
7.8 out of 10, Good, (104 reviews)
"Easy parking, great meals, comfortable bed."
Australia
Leon
$41 nightly
The price is $45
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Unanderra Hotel
A modern bar area with a curved counter, wooden flooring, and a stone accent wall.

8. Lakeview Hotel Motel

Lakeview Hotel Motel
3.5 star property
Oak Flats
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great Lakeview hotel motel 5m from shopping center 5m from lake"
Australia
Rimon
$103 nightly
The price is $113
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Lakeview Hotel Motel
A coastal landscape with a beach, ocean, and a hill with buildings.

9. Park Ridge Retreat

Park Ridge Retreat
4.0 star property
Gerringong
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (788 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay, central ans owners/staff v helpful"
Australia
Bob
$126 nightly
The price is $139
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
Park Ridge Retreat
A room with two teal armchairs, a small white table, and a window with horizontal blinds.

10. Shellharbour Village Motel

Shellharbour Village Motel
4.0 star property
Shellharbour
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (320 reviews)
"Very nice will definitely stay their again"
Australia
Mark
$136 nightly
The price is $150
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Shellharbour Village Motel
A swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a fence, with buildings in the background.

11. Shellharbour Resort

Shellharbour Resort
3.5 star property
Shellharbour
7.8 out of 10, Good, (426 reviews)
"Great place, great steaks! "
Australia
Ron
$103 nightly
The price is $114
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Shellharbour Resort

12. Kiama Motel 617

Kiama Motel 617
3.0 star property
Kiama
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (650 reviews)
"Loved my stay"
Australia
Michael
$126 nightly
The price is $139
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Kiama Motel 617
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

13. The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)

The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)
3.0 star property
Wollongong CBD
7.2 out of 10, Good, (627 reviews)
"The property was very dated, but everything was very clean and bed was comfortable. Had a bit of trouble with the hot water tap in the shower but eventually got it to work."
Australia
Simon
$110 nightly
The price is $121
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)
A garden with a wall covered in climbing roses, a wooden fence, and various other plants.

14. Berrima Bakehouse Motel

Berrima Bakehouse Motel
3.5 star property
Berrima
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay there."
Canada
Christine
$109 nightly
The price is $120
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Total with taxes and fees
Berrima Bakehouse Motel
A beach with clear turquoise water and a sandy shore lined with trees.

15. Jervis Bay Motel

Jervis Bay Motel
3.0 star property
Huskisson
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (703 reviews)
"Perfect location. Booking and arriving after hours was really easy too."
Australia
dean
$95 nightly
The price is $105
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees
Jervis Bay Motel
An outdoor cafe area with tables and chairs, a pathway, and a building with a white facade and a brick wall.

16. Camden Valley Inn

Camden Valley Inn
4.0 star property
Cawdor
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (776 reviews)
"We love the position of the property The rooms are very very nice and comfortable Staff are very friendly and helpful We would return there anytime"
Australia
Lynn
$125 nightly
The price is $137
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Camden Valley Inn
A beach with clear turquoise water, a sandy shore, and distant islands.

17. Culburra Beach Motel

Culburra Beach Motel
3.5 star property
Culburra Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (274 reviews)
"Nice large rooms, everything perfect"
Australia
Mike
$94 nightly
The price is $104
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Culburra Beach Motel
A room with wicker furniture, a small table, and a view of a body of water and trees.

18. Anchor Bay Motel

Anchor Bay Motel
3.0 star property
Greenwell Point
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (429 reviews)
"Off street parking a plus. Great proximity to the peaceful pathways around the waterfront. A very relaxed location."
Australia
Claire
$107 nightly
The price is $118
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Anchor Bay Motel
A bar area with a wooden counter and shelves stocked with bottles.

19. The Imperial Motel

The Imperial Motel
4.0 star property
Bowral
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay in beautiful Bowral!"
Australia
Courtney
$118 nightly
The price is $131
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
The Imperial Motel
A covered outdoor area with a wooden table, a blue mat, and potted plants.

20. Mittagong Motel

Mittagong Motel
2.5 star property
Mittagong
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (719 reviews)
"The property is extremely well maintained and provides great value for money. The cleanliness was impressive as were the beds and pillows and easy parking. The complimentary breakfast to take to your room was welcome. Overall, would recommend this motel."
Australia
douglas
$95 nightly
The price is $104
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Mittagong Motel
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Is it better to stay in a Illawarra motel or hotel?
Motels and Hotels have different perks. When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. Staying overnight at a motel, can be handy when requiring easy road access. You'll often have access to your room from outside, and directly from the parking lot. Hotels generally have room access from inside the building. Motels are also often less expensive than hotels. The word "motel" was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.

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