About Hotel Illawarra
Hotel Illawarra is a hotel and pub located at 160-164 Keira St, Wollongong NSW 2500. Wollongong's premier destination for dining and nightlife. The venue has 19 approved gaming machines (pokies). It is rated 4 out of 5 from 680 Google reviews. A food and drinks menu is listed below. Phone: (02) 4229 5411.
Wollongong's premier destination for dining and nightlife
Located in the heart of the Wollongong CBD, Hotel Illawarra is an iconic multi-level venue known for its vibrant atmosphere and diverse offerings. It combines a traditional pub feel with a modern bistro, expansive outdoor garden bar, and a high-energy nightclub environment, making it a central hub for locals and visitors alike.
What Hotel Illawarra offers
Bar
19 Gaming machines
Establishment
Events
Open now
Hotel Illawarra location and map
Opening times
Frequently asked questions about Hotel Illawarra
Where is Hotel Illawarra located?
Hotel Illawarra is located at 160-164 Keira St, Wollongong NSW 2500. It is a hotel and pub in the suburb of Wollongong, New South Wales.
What are the opening hours of Hotel Illawarra?
Hotel Illawarra opening hours: Monday: 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM; Thursday: 11:00 AM to 3:00 AM; Friday: 11:00 AM to 3:00 AM; Saturday: 11:00 AM to 3:00 AM; Sunday: 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Hours can change on public holidays, so check with the venue before visiting.
Does Hotel Illawarra have pokies?
Yes. Hotel Illawarra has 19 gaming machines (pokies) approved under its NSW hotel licence, ranking number 730 among NSW hotels by gaming machine numbers.
Does Hotel Illawarra serve food?
Yes. Hotel Illawarra serves food and its menu with prices is listed on this page. Kitchen hours may differ from the venue opening hours.
Does Hotel Illawarra have a bar?
Yes. Hotel Illawarra holds a NSW liquor hotel licence and serves alcoholic drinks at the bar.
What is the phone number for Hotel Illawarra?
You can phone Hotel Illawarra on (02) 4229 5411.
How is Hotel Illawarra rated?
Hotel Illawarra is rated 4 out of 5 based on 680 Google reviews.
Which venues are near Hotel Illawarra?
Licensed venues close to Hotel Illawarra include Collegians Rugby League Football Club Ltd, Illawarra Master Builders Club Limited, The Grand Hotel, City Diggers Wollongong. See the nearby venues list on this page for distances and details.
Illawarra Services & Facilities
Dining & Bars
The Illawarra Bistro
A spacious dining area serving a variety of pub classics, including wood-fired pizzas, premium steaks, burgers, and seafood.
The Garden Bar
An outdoor alfresco area offering a relaxed setting for social drinks, cocktails, and casual dining.
Main Bar
The central hub of the venue featuring an extensive range of local and imported beers on tap, spirits, and wines.
Entertainment & Leisure
Nightclub and Live DJs
The venue transforms into a premier nightlife destination on weekends featuring local and guest DJs playing house, R&B, and party anthems.
Sports Bar and Huge Screens
Equipped with large LED screens for broadcasting major sporting events including NRL, AFL, UFC, and international cricket.
TAB and Wagering
A dedicated VIP lounge and TAB area featuring modern betting terminals and racing screens.
Pool Tables
Multiple pool tables located within the bar area for social play.
Family Features
Kids Menu
A dedicated menu for children featuring favorites like chicken nuggets, fish and chips, and ice cream.
Family Friendly Dining
The bistro area provides a welcoming environment for families during lunch and early dinner service.
Functions & Events
Private Event Spaces
Multiple versatile spaces available for hire, suitable for birthdays, corporate events, and engagement parties with various catering options.
Catering Packages
Customizable food and beverage packages ranging from casual platters to formal sit-down dining.
Amenities & Services
Bottle Shop
An on-site retail outlet providing a selection of chilled beers, wines, and spirits for takeaway.
Accessibility
The ground floor bistro, bar, and garden areas are wheelchair accessible.
Central Location
Situated within walking distance of Wollongong railway station and major bus interchanges.
Our Food & Drinks Menu
* Please note that all images are for illustration purposes only and actual serving will vastly differ.
Hotel Illawarra reviews
5 Star Review by Amy Jasmondo
I haven't been here since the new owner/s took over, but a big round of applause to them. The place looks great, with an emphasis on trying to maintain the heritage look of the pub. We had some of the counter lunches, and they were very tasty and generous portions. Before we knew it we had spent more than a few hours at this venue, and capped it off with a coffee. We'll be back really soon. Keep up the great work.
3 Star Review by Rhys Travels
Good service and friendly staff but the food was a bit mixed. The pies looked good, the parents were happy about them. The premium sirloin steak was good too according to my partner. However the rump steak wasn't, it was cooked medium rare when I asked for medium and half the meat wasn't edible as it was quite veiny. The chips were below average.
1 Star Review by Dee D
Seriously why would anyone serve this? Yes cut in to the meat and it was rare but it was so dry on the outside and you the burnt flavour was all you could taste. When asked if where the salad was it stated on the menu was told "yeah it says salad but we don't do that anymore". Don't eat here!
4 Star Review by Owen Wilkinson
Such a great local pub! Great menu options and specials. The staff are really friendly as well. The outdoor section is really nice on a sunny day but doesn't look like that inside out side section would be a great place to sit on a rainy day. Meals were really good. We went on a not so busy day and the food did take quite some time. Overall I would recommend the Illawarra to visit and have a good bite to eat.
3 Star Review by Daniel Turner
The chips were cold and still chewy on the inside, the parmi itself was good. It was a decent size for value, I just wish the chips were more cooked and not still hard. The popcorn chicken bites were decent and wish more pubs did them, I would recommend anyone to try them. Live music was a great addition as well
4 Star Review by Al Lan
The times I was there. I had no experiences of trouble or issues. It was fine.
5 Star Review by Nino Pace
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5 Star Review by Eamonn Kennerley
Burnsey saved my dog from a house fire with a cup flip. Absolutely sensational performance. If your house is on fire, call Illawarra hotel and ask for burnsey
5 Star Review by Reuben Coombes
Bartender Burnsy is the best bartender, master of the craft ask him to do a cup flip you wont be disappointed.
5 Star Review by Quick Fire
Great Food and service too when with my wife and kids and all had great lunch. Food went out in a timely manner well done to all.