• Apartments
  • City view
  • Garden
  • Free WiFi
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Private Bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Baggage storage
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Located on an 18-hole golf course, Best Western City Sands offers modern apartments with panoramic views of the ocean and mountains. All apartments feature a private balcony and kitchenette. The 4-star Best Western City Sands Wollongong is located within the Wollongong Golf Club. It is just 5 minutes’ walk to the heart of Wollongong city center, WIN Entertainment Center and WIN Stadium. Each apartment includes a spacious living area, cable TV and access to free WiFi. The kitchenette includes tea/coffee making facilities, microwave and mini refrigerator. The Deck offers uninterrupted ocean views and classic Australian favorites inspired by local seasonal produce. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Best Western
Hotel chain/brand
Best Western

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.0
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Rob
    Canada Canada
    Golf course, hotel, bar and restaurant combination and the size of the rooms. Great staff, very friendly and helpful.
  • Pauline
    Australia Australia
    The staff were all excellent and when we had an issue with our room ,they communicated it to others on different shifts and they moved us to a room with a beautiful view. They definitely went the extra mile to put it right
  • Naomi
    Australia Australia
    Fantastic view of the golf course and ocean from our apartment. Rooms are very comfortable and well equipped. Hotel is very close to the beach and has easy access to the golf course. It is within walking distance from the stadium, restaurants,...

Managed by Wollongong Golf Club

Company review score: 8.8Based on 145,895 reviews from 157 properties
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Property info

Situated on an 18-hole golf course, Best Western City Sands offers modern apartments with panoramic views of the ocean and mountains. All apartments feature a private balcony and kitchenette. The 4-star Best Western City Sands Wollongong is located within the Wollongong Golf Club. It is just 5 minutes’ walk to the heart of Wollongong city centre, WIN Entertainment Centre and WIN Stadium. Each apartment includes a spacious living area, cable TV and access to free WiFi. The kitchenette includes tea/coffee making facilities, microwave and mini refrigerator. The Deck Restaurant offers uninterrupted ocean views and classic Australian favorites inspired by local seasonal produce. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week. Relax & unwind in the Tap Inn Bar & Lounge, with hand selected beverages including a combination of local brewed and popular beers, premium wines and cocktails. It features the latest TAB facilities and an array of TV’s to catch all the live sports action.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • The Deck
    • Cuisine
      Australian
    • Ambience
      Traditional • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Amenities of Best Western City Sands
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Kitchenware
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchenette
    Bedroom
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Private Bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sitting area
    • Desk
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • Radio
    • Telephone
    Room Amenities
    • Sofa bed
    • Clothes rack
    • Carpeted
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Outdoors
    • Balcony
    • Garden
    Common Areas
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    Food & Drink
    • Coffee house on site
    • Wine/Champagne
      Additional charge
    • Kids' meals
      Additional charge
    • Bar
    • Room service
    • Restaurant
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Happy hour
      Additional charge
    • Beach
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Outdoor & View
    • Mountain view
    Building Characteristics
    • Private apartment in building
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • ATM on site
    • Baggage storage
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Indoor play area
    • Casino
    Cleaning Services
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Miscellaneous
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Best Western City Sands takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 9:30 PM

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

    Check-out

    Until 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Refundable damage deposit

    A damage deposit of AUD 50 is required on arrival. That's about USD 32. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Crib upon request
    AUD 25 per child, per night

    Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Mastercard Visa Eftpos Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted Best Western City Sands accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that a 2% surcharge applies for payments with credit card.

    Please note all bookings will be charged 48 hours prior to arrival.

    NSW Health Orders stipulate any people entering the Wollongong Golf Club & Best Western City Sands must be fully vaccinated from the 11th October 2021.

    Local guests booking rooms at the property must be staying for essential work related reasons. Non work related reasons will be subject to approval by Management.

    Please be advised there will be some minor disruptions to accommodations from the 1st January 2024 to 31st January 2024. We will be proceeding with works to our accommodations halls which will involve the replacement of carpet and painting of walls.

    We apologize for any inconvenience caused.

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Best Western City Sands of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

    Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

    It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

    A damage deposit of AUD 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

    This property indicated that it doesn't require a short-term rental license or registration

    FAQs about Best Western City Sands

    • Best Western City Sands has 1 restaurant:

      • The Deck

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Best Western City Sands (subject to availability) that have:

      • 1 bedroom
      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Best Western City Sands is 2,450 feet from the center of Wollongong. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Best Western City Sands is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Best Western City Sands on this page.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Best Western City Sands (subject to availability) that can accommodate:

      • 2 guests
      • 4 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The nearest beach is 1,150 feet from Best Western City Sands. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, Best Western City Sands is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The prices at Best Western City Sands may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Best Western City Sands offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Casino
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Happy hour
      • Beach