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A modern spa entrance with a wooden bench inside, large potted plants, and a blue wall.

A wooden deck with a round table and two wicker chairs, a white railing, and a view of a pool and indoor area.

A lounge area with a wicker chair, a cushioned bench, and a cactus plant.

A modern outdoor shower area with a rain shower head, a wooden door, and a white towel hanging on a hook.

1. Surfside 22

Wollongong CBD, 0.2 km from Illawarra Museum

anita

AED 433

AED 479 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern balcony with a sofa set, a round table, and a bottle of champagne.

A marina with multiple boats docked, a lighthouse, and rocky shoreline.

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a coffee table, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.

A modern multi-story building with a prominent sign for 'argó Serviced Apartments' at 65 Church Street.

2. Argo Serviced Apartments

Wollongong CBD, 0.5 km from Illawarra Museum

Jason

AED 494

AED 544 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A modern building with a sign reading "Wellington Apartments." It features a flat roof, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a carpeted floor, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A patio area with a round table and two wicker chairs, a sliding glass door leading to a living room with a sofa and chairs, and a tiled floor.

A modern building with balconies and a white exterior.

3. Wollongong Serviced Apartments

Wollongong CBD, 0.4 km from Illawarra Museum

Ben

AED 437

AED 480 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A balcony with a view of the city and the sea, furnished with a sofa, chairs, and a table.

A gym with exercise equipment, benches, and a large window providing a view of the outside.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

A rooftop infinity pool with two wicker lounge chairs and a sunbed, overlooking a cityscape.

4. KULA Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 1 km from Illawarra Museum

Nima

AED 700

AED 833 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a mirror, and a bench.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view of trees.

A staircase with patterned carpet and a handrail, leading to a room with a door and a wall-mounted shelf with items.

A lobby with two red leather chairs, a white table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a mirror on the left.

5. The Belmore Apartments Hotel

Wollongong CBD, 0.3 km from Illawarra Museum

Jimmy

AED 393

AED 432 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A wooden sauna with benches and wall-mounted lights.

A modern gym with cardio equipment, weight machines, and a mirrored wall reflecting the city view.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a seating area with a table and chairs, and a balcony with a city view.

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a chair, a sofa with cushions, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

6. Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 0.1 km from Illawarra Museum

Joseph

AED 529

AED 582 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A golf cart on a green field with a flag in the distance.

7. Best Western Plus Wollongong Golf Club

Wollongong CBD, 0.6 km from Illawarra Museum

Professor Catherine

AED 499

AED 549 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a large beach view painting, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a colorful geometric pillow, and a dark coffee table.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, wooden paneling, and a bar area with a variety of bottles.

A dining area with wooden tables and white chairs, a plate of food, and two potted plants.

8. Coniston Hotel Wollongong

2.1 km from Illawarra Museum

Cathie

AED 384

AED 422 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A deck with outdoor seating, a table, and a view of the ocean.

A table with breakfast dishes, a water bottle, and a glass.

A person sunbathing on a striped lounge chair by a swimming pool.

9. Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

North Wollongong, 1.1 km from Illawarra Museum

Andrew

AED 568

AED 624 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A restaurant with wooden beams, large windows, and a mix of booths and tables.

A modern outdoor patio with seating and a dining area, connected to a building with large glass doors.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a clear blue pool.

A beach with a lighthouse on a cliff, waves crashing onto the shore, and footprints in the sand.

10. Sage Hotel Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 0.5 km from Illawarra Museum

Sean

AED 417

AED 460 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and wooden cabinets.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'QUEST' sign, a visible address, and a street view with passing traffic.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a reception counter.

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

11. Quest Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 0.3 km from Illawarra Museum

Mark Vincent

AED 518

AED 570 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A modern restaurant interior with a bar area, seating, and a large window offering a view.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a visible restaurant.

A neatly made bed with white linens and a beige knitted blanket, a magazine on the bed, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A modern living room with a green sofa, a white armchair, and a coffee table. There are several potted plants and a large window providing a view of the city.

12. Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 0.6 km from Illawarra Museum

Corrina

AED 392

AED 432 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the city through floor-to-ceiling windows, and a balcony with a railing.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, two armchairs, a round coffee table with a plant, and a large wall mural of a forest.

A large bed with white and teal pillows, a dark headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A building with a sign that reads "mantra wollongong".

13. Mantra Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 1.3 km from Illawarra Museum

David

AED 503

AED 503 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A small kitchenette with a refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a trash bin.

14. The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)

Wollongong CBD, 1.1 km from Illawarra Museum

Serena

AED 390

AED 429 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern gym with exercise equipment, large windows, and a wooden floor.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a reception desk, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, balconies, and a gas station in the background.

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, seating area with sofas, and a view of the outdoors.

15. Quality Suites Pioneer Sands

Fairy Meadow, 4.1 km from Illawarra Museum

Stuart

AED 394

AED 434 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An indoor seating area with tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white table with a plant, and a grey carpet.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, multiple seating areas, and a bar.

16. The Oaks Hotel Motel

18.2 km from Illawarra Museum

Jennifer

AED 344

AED 381 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

An outdoor patio area with picnic tables and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and planters.

A modern lounge with wooden tables, comfortable seating, a large mural, and a projector screen.

A modern bar area with multiple screens displaying sports and news, bar stools, and a counter.

A modern interior with a staircase, a desk, and a mirror.

17. Nightcap at the Charles Hotel

Fairy Meadow, 3.6 km from Illawarra Museum

Jane

AED 315

AED 347 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern bar area with a curved counter, wooden flooring, and a stone accent wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a coffee machine, a TV, and a trash bin.

A building entrance with a glass door, a security camera, and two signs on the wall.

An outdoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a large umbrella providing shade.

18. Lakeview Hotel Motel

16.8 km from Illawarra Museum

Phuong

AED 412

AED 453 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

19. Thirroul Beach Motel

Thirroul, 12.5 km from Illawarra Museum

Clairisa

AED 406

AED 446 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and a view of the street.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a chair, and a view of the outdoor area through a glass door.

A modern restaurant with patterned seating, pendant lighting, and a counter area.

A single-story white building with a tiled roof, surrounded by well-maintained grass and palm trees.

20. Comfort Inn Towradgi Beach

Fairy Meadow, 3.9 km from Illawarra Museum

Matt

AED 374

AED 412 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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Top Illawarra Museum Hotel Reviews

The Belmore Apartments Hotel

8/10 Good

"Oi"

Wollongong Surf Leisure Resort

8/10 Good

"Beautiful location, close to beach, nice amenities, close to town. Minor maintenance issues the clothes rack broken and the sofa could not be extended as it was stuck. These didn’t bother us much but would have been nice if they were addressed already. Overall it’s a nice place for vacation and we would like to visit again."

Boat Harbour Motel

8/10 Good

"Older Style of Motel, but okay and comfortable Beds."

KULA Wollongong

8/10 Good

"Spacious rooms but one glass panel on balcony room was broke and rained on lounge overnight"

Wollongong Serviced Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Great apartments for family travel in a central location close to the beach"

Harp Hotel

8/10 Good

"Had a good experience, location wise so good"

Surfside 22

10/10 Excellent

"Quick one night stop over on our way from Brissie to Melbourne. This was an absolute gem! Right in the heart of town with all the comforts you’d need. Plus an onsite sauna and plunge pool to relax after the big days drive. The staff and owners were very helpful and hospitable. Bonus coffee cart turned bar on site so you never had to leave! Would definitely stay again"

The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)

8/10 Good

"Good budget accommodation close to the town centre."

Solomon Inn Wollongong

10/10 Excellent

"You can park right in front of your room. Convienient and close to everything. I like the fact that it has a microwave oven and toaster for cooking,biscuits,coffee and tea facilities. The price is affordable compared to other accomodation in Wollongong."

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Crown Street Mall

8.2/10 (273 reviews)

During your trip to Wollongong, you can do some window-shopping at Crown Street Mall. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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WIN Entertainment Centre

8.4/10 (200 reviews)

Catch an event at WIN Entertainment Centre during your trip to Wollongong. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Illawarra Performing Arts Centre

6.8/10 (3 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Illawarra Performing Arts Centre during your stay in Wollongong. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Wollongong City Gallery

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Wollongong City Gallery in Wollongong. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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WIN Stadium

8.6/10 (452 reviews)

Catch an event at WIN Stadium during your trip to Wollongong. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Brighton Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Brighton Beach during your trip to Wollongong?

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Wollongong Golf Club

8.4/10 (191 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Wollongong at Wollongong Golf Club. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Wollongong Fish Market

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Wollongong Fish Market during your trip to Wollongong. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Illawarra Museum?

Illawarra Museum is located in a welcoming area of Wollongong known for its array of dining options and biking. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 77 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Illawarra Museum?

Adjacent to Illawarra Museum, The Belmore Apartments Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and in-room kitchens. Other good options close by include Sage Hotel Wollongong and Novotel Wollongong Northbeach.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Illawarra Museum?

Expedia has 77 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Illawarra Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Illawarra Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Illawarra Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Illawarra Museum?

To access more information about updating your stay near Illawarra Museum or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Illawarra Museum?

Sights like Flagstaff Hill Fort and Breakwater Lighthouse highlight some of the local culture. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Stuart Park, Fairy Meadow Beach Park, or Wollongong Botanic Garden. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Wollongong City Beach, North Wollongong Beach, and Towradgi Beach.

How can I get to Illawarra Museum?

If you're taking a train into town, Wollongong Station and North Wollongong Station are the closest stations to Wollongong CBD. There might not be many public transportation choices near Illawarra Museum so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Illawarra Museum hotels

1. Surfside 22

2. Argo Serviced Apartments

3. Wollongong Serviced Apartments

4. KULA Wollongong

5. The Belmore Apartments Hotel

6. Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong

7. Best Western Plus Wollongong Golf Club

8. Coniston Hotel Wollongong

9. Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

10. Sage Hotel Wollongong

11. Quest Wollongong

12. Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

13. Mantra Wollongong

14. The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)

15. Quality Suites Pioneer Sands

16. The Oaks Hotel Motel

17. Nightcap at the Charles Hotel

18. Lakeview Hotel Motel

19. Thirroul Beach Motel

20. Comfort Inn Towradgi Beach

Compare popular hotels close to Illawarra Museum

Top Illawarra Museum Hotel Reviews

The Belmore Apartments Hotel

Wollongong Surf Leisure Resort

Boat Harbour Motel

KULA Wollongong

Wollongong Serviced Apartments

Harp Hotel

Surfside 22

The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)

Solomon Inn Wollongong

Other attractions near Illawarra Museum

Crown Street Mall

WIN Entertainment Centre

Illawarra Performing Arts Centre

Wollongong City Gallery

WIN Stadium

Brighton Beach

Wollongong Golf Club

Wollongong Fish Market

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