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

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

1. Surfside 22

Wollongong CBD, 2.7 km from Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

anita

NT$4,288

NT$4,717 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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 kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and bar stools.

2. Argo Serviced Apartments

Wollongong CBD, 2.1 km from Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

Jason

NT$4,365

NT$4,801 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with umbrellas.

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.

3. Quality Suites Pioneer Sands

Fairy Meadow, 1.6 km from Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

Stuart

NT$3,447

NT$3,791 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, and a coffee table.

A modern building with balconies and a white exterior.

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.

4. Wollongong Serviced Apartments

Wollongong CBD, 2.3 km from Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

Amanda

NT$3,697

NT$4,067 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

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

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

5. KULA Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 3 km from Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

Nima

NT$5,111

NT$6,180 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

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.

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

A reception desk with a vase of flowers, a framed picture, and a brochure stand.

6. The Belmore Apartments Hotel

Wollongong CBD, 2.3 km from Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

Annette

NT$3,540

NT$3,894 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

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.

7. Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 2.5 km from Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

Gaya

NT$3,957

NT$4,353 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a white picket fence, and a view of a golf course.

8. Best Western Plus Hotel Wollongong Golf Club

Wollongong CBD, 3.1 km from Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

Professor Catherine

NT$4,567

NT$5,023 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

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

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

A narrow corridor with large windows, leading to a room with a desk and chair, and a view of the cityscape.

9. Sage Hotel Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 3 km from Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

Sean

NT$3,522

NT$3,874 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A spacious lobby with a central bar area, large windows, and a high ceiling with a skylight.

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

10. Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

North Wollongong, 1.4 km from Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

Suman

NT$5,251

NT$5,776 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, TV, and dining area.

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.

11. Quest Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 2.5 km from Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

Mark Vincent

NT$4,543

NT$4,998 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

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

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.

12. Nightcap at the Charles Hotel

Fairy Meadow, 1.2 km from Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

Caillean

NT$2,818

NT$3,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A beach with a sandy shore and green vegetation.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a kitchenette, and a window with a view of the outside.

A modern living room with a large grey sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large abstract painting.

Two hot tubs with metal railings and a tiled floor.

13. Wollongong Surf Leisure Resort

Fairy Meadow, 1.4 km from Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

Daniel

NT$4,197

NT$5,078 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

A children's play area with slides and climbing structures, outdoor seating with tables and chairs, and a pool.

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

14. Comfort Inn Towradgi Beach

Fairy Meadow, 1.5 km from Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

Angel Lai Wah and Martin Tin Luk

NT$3,303

NT$3,633 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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.

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.

15. Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 2.4 km from Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

Kristi

NT$3,430

NT$3,773 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with two beds, each with a grey headboard, white bedding, and a small bedside table with a lamp.

A hallway with a black door labeled "STAFF ONLY," a potted plant, a bench, and a small table with a plant.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a television displaying a streaming service interface, a small refrigerator, and a window with a view of a fence.

A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a balcony with a railing.

16. Harp Hotel

Wollongong CBD, 2.6 km from Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

Mark

NT$3,085

NT$3,393 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A parking lot with several cars, a blue building with a red roof, and a palm tree.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, potted plants, and a view of the outside.

17. Boat Harbour Motel

Wollongong CBD, 2.1 km from Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

Stephen

NT$3,832

NT$4,215 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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 building with a sign that reads "mantra wollongong".

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

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.

18. Mantra Wollongong

Wollongong CBD, 2.9 km from Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

David

NT$4,195

NT$4,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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.

19. The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)

Wollongong CBD, 1.7 km from Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

Simon

NT$3,421

NT$3,763 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A room with two teal armchairs, a small white table, and a window with horizontal blinds.

A well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers, a palm tree, and a building with a covered walkway.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a view of the outside.

A modern hotel room with a white desk, two white chairs, a flat-screen TV on the wall, a small potted plant, and a minibar.

20. Shellharbour Village Motel

Shellharbour, 19.9 km from Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

Mark

NT$4,237

NT$4,661 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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Compare popular hotels close to Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Surfside 22	9.8 Exceptional 83 reviews	View
Argo Serviced Apartments	9.8 Exceptional 87 reviews	View
Quality Suites Pioneer Sands	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Wollongong Serviced Apartments	9.2 Wonderful 625 reviews	View
KULA Wollongong	9.2 Wonderful 57 reviews	View

Top Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium Hotel Reviews

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

10/10 Excellent

"We had a really lovely stay and thoroughly enjoyed our time here. The room was clean, comfortable and well maintained and the location was fantastic. The staff were friendly, welcoming and helpful throughout our stay, which made the whole experience very easy and enjoyable. We especially loved the beach views and being so close to everything. It was a great place for a little family getaway and we’d happily stay again. Highly recommend!"

The Belmore Apartments Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Recommended hotel but I did have an issue with a noisy refrigerator in my room."

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

8/10 Good

"Very well located in town. Small rooms, but everything you need. Unfortunately lots of noise (from inside the hotel) and teens knocking on doors then running off to the wee hours."

Wollongong Serviced Apartments

8/10 Good

"The room was billed as a two bedroom apartment which is true. It had a fully fitted out kitchen, a small laundry, lounge, dining table and a single bathroom. It is a comfortable two bedroom apartment with secure parking underneath the building. Access is via a lift. It is located close to the centre of town and walking distance to the cafes and restaurants on the beach."

Quality Suites Pioneer Sands

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our one night. Great staff. Two large bedrooms. Clean spacious lounge area. Just what we needed for 3 Adults."

Surfside 22

10/10 Excellent

"This is a very cute motel. Decor is lovely and on keeping with the retro vibe. The bed and pillows were comfortable and the bathroom spotless. Highly recommend"

KULA Wollongong

10/10 Excellent

"Nice"

Mantra Wollongong

8/10 Good

"Great location, staff were lovely, room itself was good and having a kitchen made it so much easier when staying for the full week. Will definitely keep it in mind again for my next stay."

Corrimal Beach Tourist Park

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely we maintained park. The cabin had everything we needed and was clean"

Other attractions near Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

A coastal scene with lighthouses, rocky breakwaters, and a sunset.

North Wollongong Beach

9.2/10 (1,320 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.

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A waterfront cityscape at dusk with buildings, a dock, and boats.

Wollongong Harbor

8.8/10 (238 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.

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Fairy Meadow Beach Park

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

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.

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Towradgi Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Towradgi Beach during your trip to Wollongong? Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Stuart Park

8.8/10 (393 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.

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Brighton Beach

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

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Beaton Park Leisure Centre

Enjoy an outing to Beaton Park Leisure Centre during your stay in Wollongong.

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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 Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium?

Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium is located in a welcoming area of Wollongong known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 16 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium?

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 4 bars and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium. Other good choices close by include Wollongong Surf Leisure Resort and Nightcap at the Charles Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium?

Expedia has 16 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium?

To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium?

Learn about local history at Flagstaff Hill Fort and Breakwater Lighthouse. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of Stuart Park, Fairy Meadow Beach Park, and Wollongong Botanic Garden. North Wollongong Beach, Wollongong City Beach, and Bulli Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay.

How can I get to Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium?

If you're hopping a train into the city, North Wollongong Station is the closest station to North Wollongong. There might not be many public transit options to choose from near by Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium hotels

1. Surfside 22

2. Argo Serviced Apartments

3. Quality Suites Pioneer Sands

4. Wollongong Serviced Apartments

5. KULA Wollongong

6. The Belmore Apartments Hotel

7. Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong

8. Best Western Plus Hotel Wollongong Golf Club

9. Sage Hotel Wollongong

10. Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

11. Quest Wollongong

12. Nightcap at the Charles Hotel

13. Wollongong Surf Leisure Resort

14. Comfort Inn Towradgi Beach

15. Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

16. Harp Hotel

17. Boat Harbour Motel

18. Mantra Wollongong

19. The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)

20. Shellharbour Village Motel

Compare popular hotels close to Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

Top Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium Hotel Reviews

Novotel Wollongong Northbeach

The Belmore Apartments Hotel

Hotel TOTTO Wollongong

Wollongong Serviced Apartments

Quality Suites Pioneer Sands

Surfside 22

KULA Wollongong

Mantra Wollongong

Corrimal Beach Tourist Park

Other attractions near Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium

North Wollongong Beach

Wollongong Harbor

Fairy Meadow Beach Park

Towradgi Beach

Stuart Park

Brighton Beach

Beaton Park Leisure Centre

Wollongong Fish Market

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