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The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near North Wollongong Beach

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Single Room
Exterior detail
Family Twin Room, Multiple Beds
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony | Balcony

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug

Explore the area

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19 Flinders St., Wollongong, NSW, 2500
  • North Wollongong Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • WIN Stadium
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Wollongong Golf Club
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Twin Room, Multiple Beds

Family Twin Room, Multiple Beds

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Single Room

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Family Quadruple Room

Family Quadruple Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Wollongong

The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) places you in the centre of Wollongong, within a 30-minute stroll of North Wollongong Beach and Wollongong Botanic Garden. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Taste of Asia, serves Thai cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Wollongong CBD motel include WIN Stadium and Wollongong Golf Club.
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What's nearby

  • North Wollongong Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • University of Wollongong - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • WIN Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Wollongong City Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Wollongong Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • North Wollongong Station - 6 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Illawarra Master Builders Club - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Asian Takeaway - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪il Pozzo Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Food World Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Illawarra - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)

Motel with free parking, near North Wollongong Beach
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Wollongong motel is smoke free.

  • 64 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1987
  • Self-service laundry
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) offers 64 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and shared/communal kitchens. 32-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Wollongong motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Filipino

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Taste of Asia

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1987
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (10:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher 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.
  • Alcohol isn't served at The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Flinders Motel Wollongong
Flinders Motel
Flinders Wollongong
Flinders Motel Motel
Flinders Motel Wollongong
Flinders Motel Motel Wollongong

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)?

The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)?

As of 1 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) on 11 Aug 2025 start from NZ$184.21, 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 The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)?

Yep, The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)?

Yep, The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) is a short 18-minute walk from North Wollongong Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, windsurfing and body boarding. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)?

No, The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)'s onsite restaurant that serves Thai cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 595 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 595 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 595 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 595 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 595 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mitchie

No comment
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Robyn

The parking was poor
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mitchie

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

8/10 Good

Brendan

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were super helpful, rooms were clean and reasonable sized.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent restaurant - clean - great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff excellent location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Alison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Close to the city Well appointed room with everything that is necessary Quiet with little road noise The owners are renovating the rather tired decor
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Raymond

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
All good but would be nice if we had a microwave and a toaster in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shonik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place in the middle of wollongong
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ben

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to and close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good Bed, Good Shower and Good Price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sue

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Booked two rooms sleeping 6 adults. Called 4 days prior to ask for early checkin, identified one room slept 3 and other 2, 1 bed space short. Addressed by reception or so I thought until we checked in only to find 1 bed short. Changed to another room that slept 3 however airconditooning not working and room had a damp smell…..not a pleasant stay given 33-35 degree weekend temps. Hotel presents clean however run down and requires renovation throughout.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Reasonable but rather worn motel

Reasonable motel near centre of Wollongong, rooms rather tired in need of refurbishent, OK for short stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handy spot
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

MICHAEL

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It's about to undergo renovation which is great. At the moment it's somewhat run down but was absolutely fine for an overnight stay. Staff at reception really nice and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cockroaches in my bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Cristal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
We had bugs in our bed but had a great Asian restaurant and the shower was big but weird how you have to shut the door so alarm doesn’t go off otherwise you have to pay for fire dept come out. Air cond was average but had that one plus the fan to make room cool no windows to open only bathroom wifi didn’t work no toaster no microwave have stayed elsewhere 3 star they accommodate this
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Jonnah

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

10/10 Excellent

Iryna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Saujan

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