Shell Cove
Wollongong
Popular places to visit
Wollongong City Beach
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.
North Wollongong Beach
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.
Nan Tien Temple
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.
Crown Street Mall
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.
Wollongong Harbor
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.
Shell Cove Hotel Deals
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
The view was more roof top than beach, but you can see the beach from the room. Great comfy bed. Fantastic shower. Restaurant and bar staff we all lovely. Outdoor terrace area had a lot of cockroaches running around and the carpet in the hallways smelt pretty musty. Disappointed that parking wasn’t ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/12
Sage Hotel Wollongong
Getting run down. Nice touch having a coffee machine but it doesn’t make up for the noise from other hotel guests.
Reviewed on 2026/3/10
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
Ok but rooms not very sound proofed … could easily hear doors closing , voices in hallway etc … otherwise great location.
Reviewed on 2026/3/14
Nova Kiama
Partial ocean view. Was a bit noisy because of the pub at night. Cleaners were lovely and made my daughters day when they replied to her note that she left with a joke for them. Pool was great and gym was pretty good as well. Very convenient location, we were able to walk everywhere and car park ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/15
Five Islands Hotel
Great
Reviewed on 2026/3/9
Lakeside Inn Illawarra
Nice and clean cabin.. staff very friendly.. great pizza at the restaurant. 👍
Reviewed on 2026/3/5
Other neighborhoods around Shell Cove
Shellharbour
Shellharbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shellharbour South Beach and North Beach.
Minnamurra
While there might not be top attractions in Minnamurra, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Jones Beach and The Farm.
Kiama Downs
While visiting Kiama Downs, you might make a stop by sights like Jones Beach and Cathedral Rocks.
Warilla
While Warilla might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Warilla Beach and North Beach.
Lake Illawarra
While visiting Lake Illawarra, you might make a stop by sights like Warilla Beach and Berageree Island.
Windang
Visitors to Windang enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Perkins Beach is worth a stop.
