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The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)

3.0 star property
3-star motel near North Wollongong Beach

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony | Bathroom
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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony
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Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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19 Flinders St., Wollongong, NSW, 2500
  • Place, Crown Street Mall
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, North Wollongong Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, WIN Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Shellharbour, NSW (WOL)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Single Room

Single Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Twin Room, Multiple Beds

Family Twin Room, Multiple Beds

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Quadruple Room

Family Quadruple Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room, Multiple Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Wollongong

Wollongong CBD stay.Your stay at this Wollongong CBD motel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of North Wollongong Beach and Wollongong Golf Club. WIN Stadium and Wollongong Botanic Garden are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Crown Street Mall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • North Wollongong Beach - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • WIN Entertainment Centre - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • WIN Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Wollongong Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • North Wollongong Station - 8 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Builders Club - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Novotel Lobby Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Dusty Lizard Brewing - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chefs Choice - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ain’t Nonna’s - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)

3-star motel 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 showers. This Wollongong motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property 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, 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
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, 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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each 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

How close is The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) to the airport?

The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) is 13.9 mi (18-min drive) away from the Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) on Jun 29, 2026 start from CA $144, excluding 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.

Does The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel).

How close is The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) to the beach?

This motel is a short 15-minute walk from North Wollongong Beach and 15-minute walk from Brighton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) offer free breakfast?

The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) have a pool?

The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) does not have a pool.

Does The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) have a restaurant?

The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) is home to Taste of Asia, which features Thai cuisine.

Does The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) to downtown Wollongong?

The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) is 0.8 mi away from Wollongong.

The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel) Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 622 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 222 out of 622 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 162 out of 622 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 622 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 622 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Susan

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
VERY tiny, basic room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Kate

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Julia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and clean, but there was a buzzing sound at night that made it hard to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Stephen

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and front office staff very poor
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Brendan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel is like a scene out of Twilight Zone, or the Bates Motel, no wonder they changed the name. A mid week night was $154 but given the state of the motel was extremely overpriced and for $15 more could have stayed in some renovated decent accommodation mid week had I known. Doesn't look like a cent has been spent on it since it's original build. Military style single beds with metal railings sized for a child, no toaster or microwave, no exhaust fan so told to close door to prevent smoke alarm going off, paint peeling, fluorescent light flickering like a scene out of "Saw" in the bathroom, something vibrating in the walls going off every 5 minutes - wasn't sure if this was a scene from Poltergeist or a Sexyland convention in the next room. Walls paperthin so was woken up by motorbikes and cars before peak hour and 3 construction sites surrounding the hotel. Hot water in the shower needed 30 turns to the end to access hot water. The photo is completing misleading. Worst hotel I've ever seen !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Michael, Canberra

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff. Room basic but also, just easy to exist with the minimalism. Really appreciated access to a microwave & toaster. Great location. Great on-site restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Rajni, HAWERA

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Was OK for a night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siti Rohana

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Antonio

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The a/c was noisy. Parking was a bit dark.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Wendy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff were lovely. Rooms very basic but clean. Could use some maintenance and TLC.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Reception staff welcoming. Room nice and clean but compact. Unfortunately we were woken by other customers (young men) talking loudly from 230am onwards - maybe that could happen anywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and basic accommodation. No horror stories.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay here often as all of my family are close. Not a five star but comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manager very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Sue-Ellen

Travelled with partner
This property needs a lot of work done. Very basic.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Julian

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good except bathroom door squeaked needs WD40. Annoying at night especially.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

John, Pleasure Point

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

6/10 Okay

Denise

Travelled with partner
Would've perhaps given another star if I hadn't discovered someone had smeared faeces on the back of the bathroom door. It's a fairly ordinary bathroom, made less appealing in having to clean that off. Didn't have a blow dryer which cheesed me off. Apparently you can call them (no-one in reception anyway) and they'll bring one but didn't see any literature pertaining to that so onwards with wet hair. You can tell they're running the place down ... perhaps to pull the whole thing down in the future. Check-in easy but done using wall locks so no human interaction required. Small room, no toaster or microwave or anything useful. Fridge broken and set to Freeze the Tripes Out of Everything, including the pickle, gherkins, eggs, yoghurt and berries. Didn't make for a particularly enticing breakfast. Shower temperature set to Vaguely Warm and there's nothing you can do to heat it up. Hint - don't turn on the cold tap, not required. Location is great, comfortable stroll into the city centre. Plenty of parking. Don't expect 10% off at the Thai restaurant next door - somehow that particular privilege is no longer being extended. Bed very comfortable, clean room other than bathroom door. Would I stay again? Nope! .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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