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Boat Harbour Motel

3.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade motel in Wollongong with free parking

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Ocean View Queen | View from room
Standard Triple Room | Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
Reception
Interior entrance

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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Cnr Campbell and Wilson St, Wollongong, NSW, 2500
  • Place, Wollongong City Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, WIN Entertainment Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, WIN Stadium
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Shellharbour, NSW (WOL)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Ocean View Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

Ocean View Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Ocean View King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Ocean View King

Ocean View King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Ocean View Queen

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Ocean View Triple

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Park Harbour Queen

Park Harbour Queen

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Park Harbour Triple

Park Harbour Triple

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Queen

Standard Queen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Triple Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Park Harbour Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Park Harbour Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

About the area

Wollongong

Boat Harbour Motel puts you in the heart of Wollongong, steps from Brighton Beach and within a 10-minute stroll of Wollongong Fish Market. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and balconies. .The café, Basin Cafe, is open for breakfast and lunch. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Wollongong CBD motel include Wollongong City Beach and Illawarra Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Wollongong City Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • WIN Entertainment Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Wollongong Harbor - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • North Wollongong Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • WIN Stadium - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Fairy Meadow Station - 4 min drive
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steamers Bar and Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Builders Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Levendi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Longboard Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Aqua - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Boat Harbour Motel

Boardwalk/promenade motel in Wollongong with free parking
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this motel measures 1346 square feet (125 square metres) and includes conference space. Boat Harbour Motel also features a garden and a lift. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Wollongong motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 1346 sq ft of conference space
  • 125 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1962
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Boat Harbour Motel offers 42 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

This Wollongong motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 28-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Basin Cafe

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,346 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1962
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.10 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.00 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.00 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.00 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.00 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.10 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Boat Harbour Motel?

Boat Harbour Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Boat Harbour Motel?

As of 23 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Boat Harbour Motel on 4 Jan 2026 start from NZ$210.53, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Boat Harbour Motel?

Yep, Boat Harbour Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Boat Harbour Motel?

Yep, Boat Harbour Motel is a short 7-minute walk from Wollongong City Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing. You can also find boat tours.

What makes Boat Harbour Motel a romantic place to stay?

Ocean-view dining, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Boat Harbour Motel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Boat Harbour Motel?

No, Boat Harbour Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Boat Harbour Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Boat Harbour Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Boat Harbour Motel?

There isn't one on site, but Wollongong Golf Club is a short 15-minute walk away.

Boat Harbour Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 320 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 443 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 175 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1001 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dominic Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and clean well Maintained room. Excellent location and very handy for Wollongong
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Irene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dated property, but very clean. Great spot with easy walking into the city & harbour. Cafe & restaurant in site.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Darren

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Awesome location and balcony with views. Would have preferred to be able to lock the inside of the door at nighttime but there was only a bolt and chain no actual lock.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute neat and tidy room, very clean! Easy access to the beach and walking distance to shops and restaurants etc
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominic Charles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, well equipped for the price and staff were very friendly and helpful. Location was really handy and the Basin Cafe below the motel serves excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Anton

Great location. Spotless room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, Clean. Air conditioner didn't work properly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely view from the balcony, just the right amount of facilities for our requirements. Met by a lovely man on our arrival and farewelled by an equally lovely lady on our departure. Recommended for a pleasant place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Marisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice, clean and close to everything

Close to everything, tidy and clean. Room was a bit dated but good for what we needed. Parking was ok, but not enough for when motel was full as it was on the 2 nights we stayed. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful views. Property itself was old, clean but showing its age.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location …motel is a little dated for the $
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Grant

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for our needs
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only negative I have is the the elevator makes a really loud noise
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie’s

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay the room was very clean, great price for the area, the beds were comfortable, great location, friendly staff and to have a great little cafe just around the corner was awesome. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
All ok
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lauris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in need of some upgrading. I stsyed there many years ago and not alot has changed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect Workers club two blocks away and dinner was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xiao Lu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025