Kiama

Travel Guide
Kiama
Walk, cycle or drive along the scenic coastline of this Illawarra town to see a heritage lighthouse, a stunning rocky headland and the famous Kiama Blowhole.

Experience one of Illawarra region’s finest seaside gems in Kiama, a pretty beach town on New South Wales’ South Coast. This scenic township has a beautiful coastline and dramatic sea cliffs crowned by the Kiama Blowhole. Stroll along the foreshore to enjoy Kiama’s coastal views, check out pretty native gardens and see historic architecture in the town’s charming old quarter.

Kiama’s most famous attraction is Blowhole Point, near the Kiama Visitor’s Centre. With the right wind, swell and tide, the Kiama Blowhole puts on an exciting show as plumes of foamy seawater erupt from the rocky shoreline. While at Blowhole Point, visit the historic Kiama Lighthouse and the informative Pilot’s Cottage Museum. Hike along a scenic coastal walking track connecting Minnamurra to Easts Beach and find the lesser-known Little Blowhole. Take on the surfing breaks at nearby Kiama Downs and Surf Beach.

Stroll along Kiama Terrace in town to see heritage weatherboard houses dating back to Kiama’s pioneering past. Browse a strip of cafés, galleries, shops and a historic fire station in town.

Explore the harbour northwest of the Kiama Blowhole. Sit at the waterfront and spot pelicans visiting the port to meet local fishing boats. Peruse the daily catch at the harbour’s fresh market.

Enjoy the 6-kilometre (4-mile) section of the Kiama Coast Track connecting Loves Bay in the north to Werri Lagoon in the south. Check out magnificent natural formations at the Cathedral Rocks in nearby Bombo or climb the peak of Saddleback Mountain for sweeping views of the town and the breathtaking Illawarra Escarpment. See a collection of native species at the Bonaira Native Gardens, dedicated to the local Wodi Wodi Aboriginal people.

Kiama is less than 2 hours away from Sydney by car or a scenic 3-hour journey on the South Coast Railway Line. Visit Kiama in summer to enjoy the beautiful beaches or in spring for the annual Folk by the Sea Festival.

Kiama Motel 617
Kiama Motel 617
3 out of 5
132 Manning Street, Kiama, NSW
The price is RM448 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
RM448
per night
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Stay at this 3-star motel in Kiama. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (459 reviews)
"The building is a little old but it has everything we needed."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Kiama Motel 617
Nova Kiama
Nova Kiama
3.5 out of 5
31 Bong Bong St, Kiama, NSW
The price is RM491 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
RM491
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Kiama. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (328 reviews)
"Friendly staff.Clean and modern room and facilities.exceeded my expectations"

Reviewed on 29 Mar 2024

Nova Kiama
The Sebel Kiama
The Sebel Kiama
3.5 out of 5
31 Shoalhaven Street, Kiama, NSW
The price is RM729 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
RM729
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Kiama. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
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"We have enjoyed visiting the area a number over the years and treated ourselves at short notice to a stay at the Sebel for the first time The hotel meets the standard you would expect as a premium hotel and we generally enjoyed our stay. The room was generous in size, spotlessly clean, well equipped, ..."

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2024

The Sebel Kiama
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Quest Nowra
Quest Nowra
4.5 out of 5
130 Kinghorne Street, Nowra, NSW
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Nowra. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (364 reviews)
"Lovely clean facility with very friendly and helpful team"

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2024

Quest Nowra
Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong
Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong
4.5 out of 5
19 Market Street, Wollongong, NSW
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,786 reviews)
"As always staff was kind and helpful. Nice pool. Great restaurants nearby and super close to the beach."

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2024

Adina Apartment Hotel Wollongong
Mantra Wollongong
Mantra Wollongong
4.5 out of 5
6-10 Gladstone Ave, Wollongong, NSW
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Wollongong. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and onsite car rentals. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,426 reviews)
"Great sized apartment style 2 bedroom with kitchen. Older beds and furniture but reasonably clean. Staff are wonderful and helpful. Location Right opposite station good if you have a car as shopping on other side"

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2024

Mantra Wollongong
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4/5 - Good

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18 Mar 2019

My wife and I could live here.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
18 Dec 2018

It was a very nice place to visit, great view from the cabin, lady on reception was very nice and apologetic because we didn’t get the cabin we booked. We booked number 15 but it was being renovated so we had number 8 instead, no complaints.