Hotel berhampiran Illawarra Mercury, Wollongong

Hotel was amazing, love it so much Me and my partners have spend an amazing time at this place, clean, comfortable, modern. However, the aircon was a bit too loud like a motocycle but not a big problem, hope they can replace a new type of air con next visit. It was lovely that staff allow us to check in early

My 90 year old father lives one hour away from Wollongong Hospital and on the one day in March we had an 11.00am appointment and a 3.00pm appointment at the Hospital. It would be too much to go back and forth between the hospital and home, especially when specialists are notorious for running late with appointments. So we decided to find accommodation for the day. We found the Mantra at Wollongong. We booked by phoning them directly and they gave us an excellent rate as we only needed a one bedroom appointment but they only had two bedroom ones left. They gave us complimentary parking which is normally $10 a day. We paid $18 for 3 hours parking at the hospital (which took us 30 minutes to find a spot and included driving around and stalking people) so the Mantra parking represents very good value. The apartment was clean, spacious and comfortable and had a walk in shower which is important for a 90 year old with mobility issues. The staff were very friendly and very helpful, nothing was too much trouble. There isn't a specific mobility ramp but you can park very close to the foyer from the underground carpark. They have an accessible apartment but it wasn't available when we were booking. The Mantra was about 700 metres or so to push the wheelchair up and back from the hospital back to the Mantra but it was a gentle rise. The Wollongong train station is also half way between the Mantra and the hospital so if you can catch the train its an easy walk to the Mantra. I highly recommend the Mantra especially if you have multiple medical appointments in the precinct and need a peaceful, calm and clean space to rest in, in between appointments.

Booked this online, and although not cheap was very good. Roomy lounge /dining/kitchen area, and doors onto a spacious balcony. Bedroom good, also with door onto the balcony. Bed very comfy, and the shower was really good. Bathroom had a bath & separate shower and the toilet was totally. separate. Very quiet street, with about 700m to the beach & port, nice walk. Parking was very good, undercover & secure and FREE. Would be better if the toilet had a small hand basin, otherwise have to go into the bathroom to wash hands. Laundry was tucked away in a hall cupboard, was great to use. Really enjoyed the stay there.

Excellent stayed 3 days every week for 8 weeks. Stayed in different rooms - each one excellent, size, amenities, cleanliness, bed could not have been happier. To have a kitchen - microwave, stovetop, washer/dryer, good size fridge was great. The staff, were polite, courteous, and fun. Housekeeping - Excellent - always with a smile. 2 x Bottles of Water upon arrival - much appreciated Walking distance to Restaurants, Cafes, Beach, Walking paths and Crown Central. Car parking was at the back, easy to access. Would I stay again Differently 5/5 stars

Excellent and reliable accommodation as usual from Adina. Loved the pool / spa / sauna / gym area especially (it was across the hall from my room!) & the convenience of having a full kitchen and laundry. Great to have a bath too. Friendly staff, everything was excellent. Highly recommend.

2nd visit, 2night stay at this property. Found the room good for a short stay, very centeralised to everything in the area. It Did the job. Easy to get to. First morning had housekeeping knock on door to clean up room while we were getting ready for the day. Dont know if they didnt know we were staying 2 nights instead of the 1. We were lucky we had chain on door. On site thai restuant was good. Didnt have to go far for dinner. However it did change hands / name change since last visit. Down side is that the Room this time didnt have a dvd player in it. Purchased cheap 1 from jb hifi. The room doesnt have a microwave either to heat up left over food if needed to. Lastly, beds can be more comfy. Single bed in twin room was bit hard to sleep on due to the steel frame it was on, and a bit too high as well. Was more comfy on the double bed with the friend i was with to watch tv. (He didnt mind) Also, price had gone up a little as well since last visit.

When booking was told only one room left King Ocean view at $275 !!!! a night Advertising says stunning Ocean views True if u can see the ocean thru the massive trees right in front of the Balcony Certainly not clear Ocean view and as time goes on the view will be more restricted Don’t know who owns the land the motel or council If council then the motel should be asking for some pruning or indeed get rid of them If the motel own the land then change the advertising because it is not stunning views if u have to Bob down or up to see the wonderful view The Motel is old old old The room does not provide plates etc only some useless wooden knife fork The reason I was told Everything removed due to covid and now there is a rest But only open for dinner Wed to Sat so ??? Not even a tea towel in the room The fridge was one of those absolute mini jobs about 40cm x 40 cm very very small and fits virtually nothing Kitchenette very small. . Balcony extremely narrow two people can’t pass and u can sit but can’t stretch out Some carpet stains to The air con one of those old big in the floor Jobs very noisey but have to say it did cool well if u can stand the noise The pluses yes u can walk to the water The room was clean linen bed no problems all very good. Overall found it very old very expensive and the in room facilities such as plates steel cutlery etc should be a given Luke so many Motels around Aust now this one needs some updating

Loved the hotel service, the room and facitlity is clean, the pool is not so clean but that is expected in busy time of the year during the school holidays. The location is excellent, close to the beach and shops and easy 10-15 mins walk to almost everything.. will recommend it to friends and family

BW City Sands was a great choice for our friends weekend. Equally good for anyone looking for a bit more space than just a hotel room. If your looking for a clean, welcoming boutique style property in a great location with facilities and views to match this is it.