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Downtown Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Wollongong with free parking

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Desk, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Reception
Room amenity
Property grounds
Downtown Motel sits in the heart of Wollongong's CBD where the staff provides warm hospitality and helpful tour assistance. Travelers appreciate the practical amenities like free self-parking and luggage storage after spending the day exploring the beautiful local beaches.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Queen Room | Desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Wollongong CBD, a neighborhood in Wollongong, Downtown Motel is on the Strip and near the beach. Crown Street Mall and Wollongong Fish Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Milne Avenue Reserve and Carole Avenue Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Illawarra Performing Arts Centre or WIN Entertainment Centre. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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76 Crown Street, Wollongong, NSW, 2500

What's nearby

  • WIN Entertainment Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • WIN Stadium - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Crown Street Mall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wollongong City Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • North Wollongong Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Wollongong Station - 18 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Night Parrot - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lee and Me - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Howling Wolf - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Thai Carnation Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mr Crown - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Downtown Motel

Motel located in Wollongong CBD
Downtown Motel provides everything you need.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Downtown Motel have comforts such as furnished balconies and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and desks

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:30 AM - 6:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9 AM - 4:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for 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
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 150.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Downtown Motel Wollongong
Downtown Motel
Downtown Wollongong
Downtown Motel Motel
Downtown Motel Wollongong
Downtown Motel Motel Wollongong

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Downtown Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Downtown Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Downtown Motel located?

Located in Wollongong CBD, this motel is steps from Wollongong Town Hall, Illawarra Performing Arts Centre, and Wollongong City Gallery. WIN Entertainment Centre and Illawarra Museum are also within 5 minutes. Wollongong Station is 18 minutes by foot and North Wollongong Station is 26 minutes.

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Downtown Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 173 out of 748 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 287 out of 748 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 192 out of 748 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 748 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 748 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Luke

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bronwen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for our family gathering. Great price for the room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay staff were lovely and made sure we were right with everything.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
for overnight stay and location was good for my plans
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money, great location, comfortable, friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Gina

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good, clean hotel. Great location, friendly staff and good service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location and friendly staff

10/10 Excellent

Isabella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is top of the list, plus the room was clean and well maintained and the staff friendly efficient and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff were wonderful. The motel is in a perfect location and really well priced.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to town and beach
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Narelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central to what we needed re restaurants Pubs & beach 😃 staff very obliging
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Melina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location Very easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In a great spot within walking distance to shops, dining, footy stadium and the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Katharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice staff. Very much good for a downtown motel and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jeltje

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel in nice area of Wollongong, easy access to lovely restaurants and close to beach. Older hotel but well maintained, clean and no fuss.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very helpful and friendly.

10/10 Excellent

Haydn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Centrally located, security carpark and exceptionally clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was clean and close to everything
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

melina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
quiet place, conveniently located in Wollongong CBD
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were lovely and super friendly. Our room was perfect for a weekend stay. Clean and comfortable

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
For the cheapest Motel in the Gong it was spotlessly clean and with obliging staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property dated but clean and handy to Wollongong CBD. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

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