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Best Western City Sands - Wollongong Golf Club

4.0 star property
Hotel with a golf course, a quick walk to WIN Entertainment Centre

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Exterior
Aerial view
Sundeck
Lobby
Lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, golf course views
The Best Western City Sands at Wollongong Golf Club offers sport and leisure in one spot. Play on the scenic 18-hole course or dine at The Deck with views of the greens. Enjoy in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and helpful staff throughout your stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Mountain View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Ocean View | Iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Mountain View (with Sofabed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Queen Suite with Mountain View

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Suite with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 3

Standard Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Mountain View (with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 6

One-Bedroom With Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Best Western City Sands - Wollongong Golf Club is in Wollongong CBD, a neighborhood in Wollongong. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Wollongong Beach and Wollongong Botanic Garden. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at WIN Stadium or WIN Entertainment Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing, sailing, and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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cnr of Banks & Corrimal St, Wollongong, NSW, 2500

What's nearby

  • WIN Stadium - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Wollongong City Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • WIN Entertainment Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • North Wollongong Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Wollongong Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Wollongong Station - 4 min drive
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Lili J cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Night Parrot - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lee and Me - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Howling Wolf - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Best Western City Sands - Wollongong Golf Club

Upscale hotel near WIN Entertainment Centre
Located close to WIN Stadium and Wollongong Hospital, Best Western City Sands - Wollongong Golf Club provides a golf course, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Tee up with amenities like golf lessons and a restaurant with golf course views at this hotel. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, The Deck, offers lunch, dinner, light fare, and al fresco dining. In addition to a bar and conference space, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, 3 meeting rooms, and a front-desk safe
  • Luggage storage, a banquet hall, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Best Western City Sands - Wollongong Golf Club include comforts such as air conditioning and separate dining areas, as well as amenities like high-speed internet.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, separate dining areas, and refrigerators

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Tap Inn
  • The Deck

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Golf
  • Golf lessons

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; 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
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.
Guests must contact the property by phone during posted front desk hours to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 1397920

We should mention

Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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

Is Best Western City Sands - Wollongong Golf Club pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Best Western City Sands - Wollongong Golf Club?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western City Sands - Wollongong Golf Club?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Western City Sands - Wollongong Golf Club?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Best Western City Sands - Wollongong Golf Club located?

Located in Wollongong CBD, this golf hotel is within a 15-minute walk of WIN Entertainment Centre and WIN Stadium. North Wollongong Beach and Wollongong Hospital are also within 2 mi (3 km). Wollongong Station is 20 minutes by foot.

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Best Western City Sands - Wollongong Golf Club Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 539 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 362 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jamal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful experience, happy holiday and great people.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel is showing its age in some areas, however the cleanliness was great and the location overall was excellent, restaurant was very good as well! we will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and views. Easy walk into the main part of Wollongong.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmeet

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

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room 201 had a few maintenance issues. The room and area is clean and safe as we experienced during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Beautiful location overlooking golf course and coast. Suite room was good size but hotel is now a bit dated.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to football and nice cafe across the road for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place we will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mrs Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Location is something else, fantastic view across the Golf Course to the Sea. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, comfortable bed and amenities. Staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were fantastic. We very much enjoyed our stay. Will look at staying there next time we are in the Gong.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service
Great location, rooms are showing their age though, still recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the way the balconies r designed. I felt safe sleeping with my sliding doors open knowing nobody could climb over. Loved the bath and the many places to put away and store my things
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close proximity to restaurants and shopping
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and the views were amazing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emilio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room looking over the golf course and ocean. Great sunrise and a nice quiet stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location nice clean affordable hotel friendly staff good ammenities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
stunning view of golf course and sea. Watching the sunrise in your room is a great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

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

Top Marks

Accomodation, Staff and surroundings deserve Top Marks in all aspects
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful - will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim

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

Ocean view

We had a lovely one night stay at Best Western City Sands. Our room was clean and comfortable with the added bonus of an ocean and golf course view. Free parking at the hotel was also a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

sjdfweuy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well presented and affordable hotel in cbd Wollongong, overlooking the golf course and ocean. Only item missing was a toaster!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a great stay here. Friendly service and nice and close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Xiong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel is located next golf course & beach. The room has new wall tiles in the bathroom. But the kitchen & bathroom vanities are rather old & need an update.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was comfortable and roomy, bed was good - the Hotel is in a great location

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