Title: The 10 Best Hotels Near Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens, Wollongong from CA $77 | Expedia.ca [Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Illawarra-Rhododendron-Gardens.d623455723282305024.Car-Rental-Guide)[Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Illawarra-Rhododendron-Gardens-Mount-Keira.d623455723282305024.Vacation-Attraction) ![Default HTG hotel image](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_lodging_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_lodging_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates Tonight [Mar 22 - Mar 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=623455723282305024&startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [Mar 23 - Mar 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=623455723282305024&startDate=2026-03-23&endDate=2026-03-24&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=623455723282305024&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In two weeks [Apr 3 - Apr 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=623455723282305024&startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Recommended Price (low to high) Distance Star rating ## Our top choices for Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens hotels ![Penthouse Apartment | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48550000/48544700/48544647/7f005a22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fishing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48550000/48544700/48544647/1186c21c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Penthouse Apartment | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48550000/48544700/48544647/e113c269.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48550000/48544700/48544647/c9eb6809.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Argo Serviced Apartments [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Argo-Serviced-Apartments.h48544647.Hotel-Information) Wollongong CBD, 4.4 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens 9.8/10 Exceptional (76 reviews) "Accomodation was modern and spacious. Ladies were fantastic, they went above and beyond the level of service I was expecting. Great team and management!!" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Angus CA $230 CA $254 total includes taxes & fees Mar 23 - Mar 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Argo-Serviced-Apartments.h48544647.Hotel-Information) ![Twin Single Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38950000/38950000/38949914/64ae19be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![King Balcony Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38950000/38950000/38949914/3c8491d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![King Balcony Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38950000/38950000/38949914/61ec0a77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38950000/38950000/38949914/32684f3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coniston Hotel Wollongong [](https://www.expedia.ca/Coniston-Hotels-Coniston-Hotel.h38949914.Hotel-Information) 5.2 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens 9.0/10 Wonderful (380 reviews) "Under renovation but everything still working well" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Phil CA $148 CA $163 total includes taxes & fees Mar 31 - Apr 1 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Coniston-Hotels-Coniston-Hotel.h38949914.Hotel-Information) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3872800/3872770/f2307892.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3872800/3872770/41d93fbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3872800/3872770/8b6974dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony | City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3872800/3872770/36f11752.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sage Hotel Wollongong [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Sage-Hotel-Wollongong.h3872770.Hotel-Information) Wollongong CBD, 5.3 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens 8.4/10 Very good (1,004 reviews) "Fantastic location and very close to the beach and plenty of food options" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Sambit CA $171 CA $188 total includes taxes & fees Mar 26 - Mar 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Sage-Hotel-Wollongong.h3872770.Hotel-Information) ![Food and drink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13400/13368/d01b416b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13400/13368/255b93be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![4 bars/lounges, sports bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13400/13368/f0aac903.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13400/13368/bdc1a776.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Novotel Wollongong Northbeach [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Novotel-Wollongong-Northbeach.h13368.Hotel-Information) North Wollongong, 4.3 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens 8.6/10 Excellent (1,003 reviews) "Excellent hotel all around, good food, great service, clean and comfy room." ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Garth CA $209 CA $230 total includes taxes & fees Mar 29 - Mar 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Novotel-Wollongong-Northbeach.h13368.Hotel-Information) ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39140000/39133500/39133458/001974a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39140000/39133500/39133458/a51649c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39140000/39133500/39133458/c48c3e56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39140000/39133500/39133458/e56c01f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Solomon Inn Motel Figtree [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Solomon-Inn-Motel-Figtree.h39133458.Hotel-Information) 5 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens 8.8/10 Excellent (13 reviews) "Great affordable option and so close to Wollongong CBD. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Melissa [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Solomon-Inn-Motel-Figtree.h39133458.Hotel-Information) ![Ocean View Queen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8770000/8766700/8766686/7b7e21ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8770000/8766700/8766686/d289a763.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8770000/8766700/8766686/ef01988d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8770000/8766700/8766686/0a988aa8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Boat Harbour Motel [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Boat-Harbour-Motel.h8766686.Hotel-Information) Wollongong CBD, 4.8 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens 8.2/10 Very good (1,001 reviews) "Great spot, close to the beach. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Siddharth CA $184 CA $202 total includes taxes & fees Mar 23 - Mar 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Boat-Harbour-Motel.h8766686.Hotel-Information) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1540000/1533600/1533514/f46c0a5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1540000/1533600/1533514/37867a63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1540000/1533600/1533514/37908215.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Queen Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1540000/1533600/1533514/aa99f559.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel TOTTO Wollongong [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Hotel-TOTTO.h1533514.Hotel-Information) Wollongong CBD, 4.4 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens 8.2/10 Very good (610 reviews) "Everything was amazing" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Katie CA $131 CA $144 total includes taxes & fees Mar 29 - Mar 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Hotel-TOTTO.h1533514.Hotel-Information) ![Two Bedroom Deluxe with Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1980000/1971200/1971181/af7c24ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1980000/1971200/1971181/da8cbb15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1980000/1971200/1971181/d3cc5437.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1980000/1971200/1971181/34fd2ade.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mantra Wollongong [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Mantra-Wollongong.h1971181.Hotel-Information) Wollongong CBD, 4.2 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens 8.2/10 Very good (1,636 reviews) "Staff were lovely room is quiet out dated and run down but comfortable enough for a weekend stay " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Emma CA $162 CA $179 total includes taxes & fees Mar 29 - Mar 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Mantra-Wollongong.h1971181.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4840000/4831700/4831686/b3bc9188.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4840000/4831700/4831686/75884987.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4840000/4831700/4831686/10c7a5df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Children's play area - outdoor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4840000/4831700/4831686/a3b7e27c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfort Inn Towradgi Beach [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Towradgi-Beach.h4831686.Hotel-Information) 4.3 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens 8.4/10 Very good (510 reviews) "Great location " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Gavin CA $141 CA $155 total includes taxes & fees Apr 14 - Apr 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Towradgi-Beach.h4831686.Hotel-Information) ![Premium Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Sea View | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101440000/101432300/101432290/61c12d86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101440000/101432300/101432290/2a0aff0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101440000/101432300/101432290/d63d3471.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Classic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101440000/101432300/101432290/5ae00fa4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### KULA Wollongong [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-KULA-Wollongong.h101432290.Hotel-Information) Wollongong CBD, 4.6 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens 9.2/10 Wonderful (44 reviews) "Great apartment centrally located with easy walk to shops, beach and restaurants." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Ian CA $300 CA $330 total includes taxes & fees Mar 25 - Mar 26 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-KULA-Wollongong.h101432290.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/72000000/71992400/71992321/57e355f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/72000000/71992400/71992321/a69d8161.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Twin Room with Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/72000000/71992400/71992321/76f0ed99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Queen Room with Private Bathroom | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/72000000/71992400/71992321/517a868e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Five Islands Hotel [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Five-Islands-Hotel.h71992321.Hotel-Information) 7.9 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens 7.8/10 Good (328 reviews) "Security parking,self check in is ok. Rooms are dated but clean . Location it great across from a nice park room balcony overlooks. Overall the room was good value for money with great bed and good showers. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Ken CA $99 CA $109 total includes taxes & fees Mar 25 - Mar 26 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Five-Islands-Hotel.h71992321.Hotel-Information) ![King Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624900/9624850/4337500e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624900/9624850/1311e431.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624900/9624850/c7818f41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624900/9624850/29f03c73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Solomon Inn Wollongong [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Solomon-Inn-Wollongong.h9624850.Hotel-Information) 4.9 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens 7.6/10 Good (727 reviews) "Lovely clean and tidy property. Would definitely stay there again. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Stephanie CA $137 CA $151 total includes taxes & fees Mar 26 - Mar 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Solomon-Inn-Wollongong.h9624850.Hotel-Information) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421500/106421419/ff0de374.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421500/106421419/7fc09a8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421500/106421419/6707b9c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106430000/106421500/106421419/w2994h2000x0y0-748f8140.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Unanderra Hotel [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Unanderra-Hotel.h106421419.Hotel-Information) 6.5 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens 7.6/10 Good (69 reviews) "Good pub" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Lachlan CA $70 CA $77 total includes taxes & fees Apr 22 - Apr 23 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Unanderra-Hotel.h106421419.Hotel-Information) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27520000/27510300/27510220/a7918cd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27520000/27510300/27510220/a77c3dfd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27520000/27510300/27510220/w5610h3744x6y0-6b6e43d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Ensuite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27520000/27510300/27510220/d83720f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Figtree Hotel [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Figtree-Hotel.h27510220.Hotel-Information) 4.7 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens 7.2/10 Good (177 reviews) "Stayed only one night and it was comfortable as the room was very spacious. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Margherita CA $141 CA $155 total includes taxes & fees Mar 23 - Mar 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Figtree-Hotel.h27510220.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20630000/20628500/20628404/9ff1f8ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20630000/20628500/20628404/d1d3b709.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20630000/20628500/20628404/023302dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20630000/20628500/20628404/eaf1eae8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Thirroul Beach Motel [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Thirroul-Beach-Motel.h20628404.Hotel-Information) Thirroul, 11 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens 8.4/10 Very good (408 reviews) "Very convenient location, helpful staff " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Kerry CA $131 CA $144 total includes taxes & fees Mar 23 - Mar 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Thirroul-Beach-Motel.h20628404.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519200/519111/9a30e25e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Business centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519200/519111/b4c0d928.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519200/519111/7d967ede.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Queen 2 Single Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519200/519111/058cbcbe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Golf Place Inn [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Golf-Place-Inn.h519111.Hotel-Information) 12.4 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens 7.4/10 Good (640 reviews) "The room was in excellent condition. Clean and tidy. Staff was absolutely amazing so helpful. Would definitely stay again " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Keira-lee CA $125 CA $137 total includes taxes & fees Mar 23 - Mar 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Golf-Place-Inn.h519111.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34880000/34874900/34874836/86f3267f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lakeside Two Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34880000/34874900/34874836/d396ed13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lakeside Two Bedroom Apartment | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34880000/34874900/34874836/d55fadbe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34880000/34874900/34874836/w2878h1920x1y0-abdb69dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakeside Inn Illawarra [](https://www.expedia.ca/Windang-Hotels-Oasis-Resort-Village.h34874836.Hotel-Information) Windang, 13.5 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens 7.2/10 Good (544 reviews) "Lovely place to stay " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Julie CA $125 CA $139 total includes taxes & fees Apr 8 - Apr 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Windang-Hotels-Oasis-Resort-Village.h34874836.Hotel-Information) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101750000/101740700/101740664/3c94e7e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101750000/101740700/101740664/127200bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101750000/101740700/101740664/7c5061a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101750000/101740700/101740664/0ce0b5ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Oaks Hotel Motel [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-The-Oaks-Hotel-Motel.h101740664.Hotel-Information) 19.7 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens 9.0/10 Wonderful (96 reviews) "Was very happy with my stay. Very clean and friendly staff. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Jeanine CA $129 CA $143 total includes taxes & fees Mar 29 - Mar 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-The-Oaks-Hotel-Motel.h101740664.Hotel-Information) ![Sports bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627700/9627641/81fcffbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![One Queen & One Single Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627700/9627641/d7309ec1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627700/9627641/eb51c4f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Children's play area - outdoor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627700/9627641/312f7afc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakeview Hotel Motel [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Lakeview-Hotel-Motel.h9627641.Hotel-Information) 18.8 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens 8.4/10 Very good (999 reviews) "Have stayed there already 3 times and have been pleased with the service and accommodation. Close to transport and amenities. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Margherita CA $164 CA $181 total includes taxes & fees Mar 25 - Mar 26 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Lakeview-Hotel-Motel.h9627641.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3940000/3935900/3935846/534263d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3940000/3935900/3935846/52062aca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3940000/3935900/3935846/816625f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Dinner served, Italian cuisine, ocean views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3940000/3935900/3935846/90dfcc7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Shellharbour Resort [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Shellharbour-Resort.h3935846.Hotel-Information) Shellharbour, 19.7 km from Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens 7.6/10 Good (422 reviews) "Highly recommend great staff clean comfortable " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Glen CA $143 CA $158 total includes taxes & fees Mar 29 - Mar 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Shellharbour-Resort.h3935846.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. [View all properties](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06®ionId=623455723282305024&adults=2&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Compare popular hotels close to Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens | Property | Star rating | Guest rating | Breakfast included | Pool | Spa | Pet-friendly | WiFi included | | | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------- | ------------------------- | ------------------ | ---- | --- | ------------ | ------------- | | | ![Penthouse Apartment \| Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48550000/48544700/48544647/7f005a22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Argo Serviced Apartments | 3.5 star property | 9.8Exceptional76 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![Twin Single Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38950000/38950000/38949914/64ae19be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Coniston Hotel Wollongong | 3.0 star property | 9.0Wonderful380 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3872800/3872770/f2307892.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Sage Hotel Wollongong | 4.0 star property | 8.4Very good1,004 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![Food and drink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13400/13368/d01b416b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Novotel Wollongong Northbeach | 4.5 star property | 8.6Excellent1,003 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39140000/39133500/39133458/001974a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Solomon Inn Motel Figtree | 2.0 star property | 8.8Excellent13 reviews | View | | | | | | ## Top Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens Hotel Reviews ![Coniston Hotel Wollongong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38950000/38950000/38949914/64ae19be_y.jpg) ### Coniston Hotel Wollongong 10/10 Excellent "Beautiful rooms, lovely friendly staff, great bistro, free parking and very fairly priced. Enjoyed our stay." [](https://expedia.ca/Coniston-Hotels-Coniston-Hotel.h38949914.Hotel-Information) ![Boat Harbour Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8770000/8766700/8766686/7b7e21ce_y.jpg) ### Boat Harbour Motel 10/10 Excellent "Great location " [](https://expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Boat-Harbour-Motel.h8766686.Hotel-Information) ![Sage Hotel Wollongong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3880000/3872800/3872770/f2307892_y.jpg) ### Sage Hotel Wollongong 10/10 Excellent "Clean, friendly staff, perfect location " [](https://expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Sage-Hotel-Wollongong.h3872770.Hotel-Information) ![Five Islands Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/72000000/71992400/71992321/57e355f4_y.jpg) ### Five Islands Hotel 10/10 Excellent "Very nice and clean and friendly service " [](https://expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Five-Islands-Hotel.h71992321.Hotel-Information) ![Quality Suites Pioneer Sands](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3505400/3505321/e6006e0f_y.jpg) ### Quality Suites Pioneer Sands 8/10 Good "A comfortable apartment for our one-night stay. Good breakfast and quick check in." [](https://expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Quality-Suites-Pioneer-Sands.h3505321.Hotel-Information) ![Hotel TOTTO Wollongong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1540000/1533600/1533514/f46c0a5a_y.jpg) ### Hotel TOTTO Wollongong 10/10 Excellent "Everything was amazing" [](https://expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Hotel-TOTTO.h1533514.Hotel-Information) ![Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1850000/1845100/1845047/67029e7a_y.jpg) ### Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong 8/10 Good "Overall great stay and in a convenient location near some amazing restaurants and the beach. Staff were lovely and helpful. Carpet was dirty as I had a toddler running everywhere and lying on the floor and could see the dust and dirt stain her skin. Air con temp was hard to manage - felt too hot then too cold within 1 degree change. Limited gym equipment as well. " [](https://expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Adina-Apartment-Hotel-Wollongong.h1845047.Hotel-Information) ![Mantra Wollongong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1980000/1971200/1971181/af7c24ef_y.jpg) ### Mantra Wollongong 6/10 Okay "Room was ok but run down but if you want a sleep in this place may not be for you with the construction going on next door with the big machinery breaking rock" [](https://expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Mantra-Wollongong.h1971181.Hotel-Information) ![Novotel Wollongong Northbeach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13400/13368/d01b416b_y.jpg) ### Novotel Wollongong Northbeach 8/10 Good "Side view of ocean but mainly a flat roof" [](https://expedia.ca/Wollongong-Hotels-Novotel-Wollongong-Northbeach.h13368.Hotel-Information) ## Hotels near other Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens attractions ### Wollongong Botanic Garden Explore the great outdoors at Wollongong Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Wollongong. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6215932) ### Mount Keira Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Keira during your travels in Wollongong. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6087031) ### Wollongong Conservatorium of Music You can get tickets for a performance at Wollongong Conservatorium of Music during your trip to Wollongong. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6215926) ### Beaton Park Leisure Centre Enjoy an outing to Beaton Park Leisure Centre during your stay in Wollongong. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=1002537391520829440) ### Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium You can spend time studying the exhibits at Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium during your travels in Wollongong. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6285248) ### Fairy Meadow Beach Park Explore the great outdoors at Fairy Meadow Beach Park, a lovely green space in Wollongong. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621592342426) ### Towradgi Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Towradgi Beach during your trip to North Wollongong? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248635997368526) ### Stuart Park 4.4/5 (252 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Stuart Park, a lovely green space in Wollongong. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621557045856) ## Frequently asked questions ### What's the area like around Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens? ### What's the best hotel to stay near Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens? ### How many hotels are there close to Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens? ### If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens, will I receive a refund? ### What can I see and do near Illawarra Rhododendron Gardens?