Boat Harbour Motel

3.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade Wollongong motel in Wollongong CBD with free parking
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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Ocean View Queen | View from room
Exterior
Ocean View Queen
View from property
Reception

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Business services
    Business services

Explore the area

Map
Cnr Campbell and Wilson St, Wollongong, NSW, 2500
  • Wollongong City Beach
    7 min walk
  • North Wollongong Beach
    8 min walk
  • WIN Entertainment Centre
    9 min walk
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL)
    20 min drive

Room options

Ocean View Queen

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

Ocean View Triple

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

Park Harbour Queen

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

Park Harbour Triple

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

Ocean View King

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

Standard Triple Room

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

Standard Queen

Highlights

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

Ocean View Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Park Harbour Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Ocean View King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean View Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Park Harbour Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Wollongong

Boat Harbour Motel puts you in the heart of Wollongong, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Wollongong City Beach and North Wollongong Beach. 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 Brighton Beach and Wollongong Fish Market.

What's nearby

  • Wollongong City Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • North Wollongong Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • WIN Entertainment Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Wollongong Harbor - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • WIN Stadium - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Yachties Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Illawarra Master Builders Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cold Rock Ice Creamery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Longboard Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Harbourfront - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Boat Harbour Motel

Boardwalk/promenade Wollongong motel in Wollongong CBD 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.

Languages

English, Serbian

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Basin Cafe

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

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
  • Premium bedding

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 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club 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 21 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Boat Harbour Motel on 3 Dec 2024 start from NZ$198.92, 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

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 289 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 447 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 198 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1001 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Room very good. I never saw a member of staff because I arrived late and left early which was fine but the lock boxes weren’t great. They were difficult to open and close when collecting the key and then leaving the key early the next morning. But overall very good and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

David Rory

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant was closed. Cafe was closed. Room old and tired. Bathroom small, old and not inviting. Carparking was a joke, not enough spaces. Chairs didnt fit with tables. Airconditioning antiquated. Impossible to have any dark at night with floodlights beeming in through the windows at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Vu

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach and 900mwalking distance from center restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very comfortable bed, great cafe for breakfast and nice location near the water.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation while we attended a wedding nearby. Only downside is the aircon system is very noisy, but luckily we didn’t need it. Staff are great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Mary

Liked: Staff & service
Good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

IAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at the hotel many times over the years, it is close to town for me & access to beach is great
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leeanne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff clean rooms and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, with plenty of nice walks and food options nearby and the staff were lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Rowenna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Check in was easy, room was clean. Helpful on reception, lots of useful things to purchase.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very convenient for us, clean & quite plus a very good restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Teresa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant stay in Wollongong
A very pleasant place to be with views of the water. Rooms could do with some updating but v reasonable rates for the great location.
View from my balcony
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

celecitina

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Janina

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No Boat Harbour just Asphalt Carpark +Rubbish Skip
The bathroom was the smallest I have seen EVER but the room was basic, quite spacious, clean well heated and with a comfortable bed, so by all accounts should have been a comfortable stay....but instead of the Boat Harbour view we were led to believe in advertising we had an asphalt car park and rubbish skips outside our window. The Hotel is nothing more than a residential style, old tower about a bloc away from the harbour. The penthouse suite perhaps?offers a view of the harbour but all we had was a view of an asphalt car park with rubbish skips outside our window. It was disappointing and when I complained I was told that all the rooms have identical furnishings but the type of room ie Ocean View/Park view differentiate the accommodation rate. That makes sense and I accepted this explanation but it didn't say that Standard room has a car park and Rubbish skips outside and the promotional photos do not indicate this either. In most Hotels, rooms are differentiated by size of room, type of bed and facilities offered. But Boat Harbour Motel is nothing more that plain lies or deceptive marketing. Hotels.com were very supportive, but the hotel immovable on its stance. It is a pity because the stay would have been comfortable had the false expectations not been created. Transparency is a good policy at all times.
Spacious room
Carpark View not Harbour as promised in the name
Smallest bathroom
Rubbish Skips outside the window
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Carl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a great location, room size was good but it badly needs to be refurbished
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

JULIE

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location clean and tidy. Was great to also have restaurant and cafe too
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view! However, it does go down hill from there quite rapidly. The lack of room sound proofing to drown out pissed customers returning to their room at 2.30 am and continuing to carry on. To the staff telling you they dont provide any crockery as result of COVID 19 even though their in house welcoming instructions say they do. Moreover, the venue is tired and using artificial grass does not hide the fact.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Naydene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location, so nice right on the beach
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Wayne B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Robb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a quiet, comfortable motel and very close to the harbour and beach facilities. My room was adjacent to the carpark which is brilliantly lit and made getting a dark room to sleep rather difficult. The little snack/cafe at the rear of the property is good. Use your phone map facility to get there as Wollongong has some odd one-way streets.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great position & easy checking & friendly. Would definitely stay there again 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024