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See why so many travellers make Best Western City Sands their hotel of choice when visiting Wollongong. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers an array of amenities designed for travellers like you.
Guest rooms offer a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a kitchenette, and Best Western City Sands-wollongong Golf Club Hotel makes getting online easy as free wifi is available.
You can also take advantage of some of the amenities offered by the hotel, including room service, a concierge, and a coffee shop. In addition, guests can enjoy a lounge during their visit. As an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests.
Close to some of Wollongong's most popular landmarks, such as Saint Dimitrija Solunski Macedonian Orthodox Church (0.2 mi) and St Francis Xavier's Cathedral (0.4 mi), Best Western Wollongong is a great destination for tourists.
Wollongong has plenty of seafood restaurants. So when you’re here, be sure to check out popular spots like The Lagoon Seafood Restaurant, Harbourfront Seafood Restaurant, and Steamers Bar and Grill, which are serving up some great dishes.
If you’re looking for something to do, Wollongong Head Lighthouse (0.8 mi) and WIN Sports and Entertainment Centres (0.4 mi) are a nice way to spend some time, and they are all within walking distance of Wollongong Best Western.
We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Best Western City Sands as you experience all of the things Wollongong has to offer.
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Corner Of Bank And Corrimal Street Corner Of Bank And Corrimal Street, Wollongong, New South Wales 2500 Australia
Best Western City Sands
353 reviews
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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Stayed here for 4 nights. We had an ocean view room & the view was superb - overlooking golf course & out to the ocean. Room was very clean and well appointed. Venue is COVIDSafe - contactless check in. Daily housekeeping is suspended at the moment but fresh linen (towels) is left outside our room each day. Reception advised if we wish a room service during our visit then we can just request it. The hotel is in a very handy location - 5 min walk to beach, 10 mins to Crown street with lots of restaurants a short stroll away. We ate on the 1st floor bistro which was also excellent. Staff friendly & professional. We would absolutely stay here again.
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Date of stay: January 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Michael Zaja, Guest Services / Front Office at Best Western City Sands
Responded 21 Jan 2021
Dear JenniG, Thank you for your review and positive comments. We certainly hope you stay with again when next travelling to Wollongong. All the best for 2021. Kind regards, Michael
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Really large room with a sliding door leading on to a large balcony. Floor to ceiling window and I recommend paying extra for ocean view room, which overlooks the seafront and golf course… worth every dollar. Reasonable, but not overly memorable, food at either the large bar area or full restaurant on the 1st floor. Quiet, clean welcoming, efficient staff.
The only downsides were lack of a/c in bedroom. The room could also use some furniture on the amazing balcony. Close to shops and the stadium. An easy walk to, and along, the beach if that’s what ya fancy. I fully recommend it!
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Date of stay: January 2020
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Room Tip:Â Pop for a beach facing room
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Response from Dianne April D, Front Office Manager at Best Western City Sands
Responded 18 Feb 2020
Hi Peter, Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us. We hope to see you again soon.
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Rooms are above Wollongong Golf Club and half the rooms have ocean views from the rooms/balcony. We stayed in their ocean view room which is a one bedroom apartment with lounges, coffee table, dining table and chairs. great kitchenette and comfortable bedroom and bathroom. Prices on weekdays are a bargain out of holiday time. The golf club bistro and facilities downstairs are a bonus. I would give this place a 4.5/5 if I could on this site,
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Date of stay: December 2019
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Stayed for two nights room 201 . The room had a smell of dampness and it was freezing , no exaggeration this room was like an ice box . The air con in the sitting area was set at 30 and it just managed to take the chill off the room . It did nothing to warm the bedroom so an extra blanket and even towels were used to keep us warm.It used to have a tv in the bedroom but it is no longer supplied . We’ve stayed here previously and never had an issue but after this stay I don’t think we’ll ever go back. We were also charged $363.75 for two nights and when I questioned this ( $148 per night was the advertised price) I was told that a $50 hold fee was applied . Doesn’t quite add up and no real explanation was given for the odd amount but I should receive a refund of said holding deposit within 5 business days . It would have been nice to have been told about this when checking in but again no explanation . It’s a shame , this used to be a decent place to stay but I’d look for an alternative after this experience
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We had an overnight stay here and the view of the beach over the Golf Course was so relaxing for a quick break. We had two chairs on our balcony to sit and soak up the breaking waves, the room was very clean and bed comfortable. For an apartment style room however, it doesn't have a toaster of cooking appliances, except a microwave which can be awkward, although plates and cutlery were there. They do have an in-house cafe and a limited continental breakfast to your room which we didn't bother with. Considering the limited meal facilities it was perhaps a little overpriced for what we have had at other places but we would stay again.
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Room Tip:Â The beach front rooms are worth choosing.
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Long balcony with exceptional view of golf course plus ocean. We had a lounge room with sofa, 4 chairs and a table and kitchenette The bedroom was separate with access to the balcony and views also. Bathroom was 2 way from bedroom and lounge area. All necessary amenities and very clean. Coffee, tea biscuits and bottled water replenished daily as well as cleaning our room.. Restaurant and bar onsite as well as a small area with pokies. Although hotel is dated, we had a very pleasant stay in a comfy bed with a great view.
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Date of stay: May 2022
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Response from Michael Zaja, Guest Services / Front Office at Best Western City Sands
Responded 3 Jun 2022
Dear Doris D, Thank you so much for your positive review. We look forward to welcome you back when next travelling to Wollongong. Please contact me directly for your next reservation. Kind regards,
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My family stayed in a 2 bedroom apartment here recently, the apartment was large with 2 en-suites off the bedrooms and a kitchenette. We were provided with free wifi. Staff were informative and friendly. The location is perfect if you had an event in Wollongong. The price was great. I'd stay again.
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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My wife and I stayed here for a few days over the Christmas period whilst catching up with family in Wollongong. We had an apartment-style room overlooking the golf course and the beach.
The hotel is well located, only 5 minutes walk to either the beach or to a good restaurant precinct. The patrolled part of the surf beach is an extra 5 minutes away at City Beach. The main Wollongong shopping precinct is also only an easy 5-10 minute walk.
The room was spacious and comfortable, with a good size bathroom, and a lovely balcony to allow us to enjoy the views both by day and by night. The bed was very comfortable, and the hotel was quiet except for a bit of surf noise (which we liked!)
The kitchenette was a little limited, with just a kettle, microwave, sink and basic crockery and cutlery. The apartment had a fridge, but it was quite small. With so many great restaurants nearby, these limitations were certainly not a problem for us.
Staff were very helpful and friendly.
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Date of stay: December 2020
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Room Tip:Â Ocean view room was excellent
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Response from Michael Zaja, Guest Services / Front Office at Best Western City Sands
Responded 21 Jan 2021
Dear riverboatmike, Many thanks for your positive review, we certainly appreciate it. We look forward to welcoming you back next time! Have a great 2021. Kind regards, Michael
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We booked 3 rooms for a golf trip .They were booked over the phone by one person two months previous.The person taking the booking was asked if they required the names of other guests so there was no mistake that the booking was for 3 rooms however on arrival they only had one room for us and were fully booked .Although they did apologise ,they were less than helpful in finding us anywhere else to stay.Fortunately ,we eventually found somewhere after numerous phone calls but we then had to stay a a much more expensive. The whole matter was handled badly and we were treated as if it was our fault! Very distressing and not good enough.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Our room overlooking the golf course was just magic. Had the big sliding glass doors open all night and went to sleep with the sound of the surf and woke to the sun just lighting up the links golf course, what a fantastic sight. Fresh sea air and a look at the course we were to play that morning. Free wifi was welcome. The little kitchenette would be handy if staying a few nights. The price is very reasonable for the size and quality of the room. This motel is incorporated into the Wollongong Golf Club building so couldn’t be handier for a golfer. Pro shop is full of good stuff! Hope to bring friends back and stay again soon.
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Date of stay: March 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Michael Zaja, Guest Services / Front Office at Best Western City Sands
Responded 2 Apr 2021
Hi CK61, Thank you so much for your positive review. Please contact me directly if you require a stay & play quote for a group. We look forward to welcoming you back to the 19th on your next visit to Wollongong. Kind regards, Michael
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There are more places to choose from in the Wollongong area.
PRICE RANGE
RMÂ 587 - RMÂ 1,049 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
best western city sands-wollongong golf club hotel wollongong, best western wollongong, wollongong best western
LOCATION
AustraliaNew South WalesWollongong
NUMBER OF ROOMS
20
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Nearby attractions include Illawarra Performing Arts Centre (0.4 km), Saint Dimitrija Solunski Macedonian Orthodox Church (0.3 km), and Steelers Club (0.4 km).
