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Quality Suites Pioneer Sands

4.0 star property
Suburban hotel with free parking connected to the convention center in Wollongong

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One Bedroom Apartment | Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

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19 Carters Lane, Towradgi, NSW, 2518
  • University of Wollongong
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • North Wollongong Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Wollongong City Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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One Bedroom Apartment | Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

One Bedroom Apartment

  • 667 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Two Bedroom Apartment | Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • 807 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard King Room | Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Standard King Room

  • 1550 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Wollongong

Located in Towradgi, Quality Suites Pioneer Sands is within a mile (2 km) of sights such as Fairy Meadow Beach Park and Towradgi Beach. This 4-star hotel has 47 rooms and welcomes guests with a bar/lounge, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi. Located centrally in Wollongong, it's connected to the convention center and also close to Wollongong Science Centre and Planetarium and Stuart Park.

What's nearby

  • University of Wollongong - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • North Wollongong Beach - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Illawarra Museum - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Wollongong City Beach - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • WIN Entertainment Centre - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Fairy Meadow Station - 16 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caesar's Chickens - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Reub Goldberg Brewing Machine - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Fraternity Club - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Sketch Coffee & Art - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nightcap at the Charles Hotel - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Quality Suites Pioneer Sands

Suburban hotel with free parking connected to the convention center in Wollongong
Guests staying at Quality Suites Pioneer Sands enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, a conference center, and a business center.
Guests can expect free WiFi and LCD TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include balconies, refrigerators, and microwaves.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, German

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AUD 28 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Q Cafe

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center (3,767 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2010
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 50.00 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 28 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free extended parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Quality Suites Pioneer Sands
Quality Suites Pioneer Sands Hotel
Quality Suites Pioneer Sands Hotel Towradgi
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Quality Suites Pioneer Sands Apartment Towradgi
Quality Suites Pioneer Sands Apartment
Quality Suites Pioneer Sands Hotel
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Quality Suites Pioneer Sands Hotel Towradgi

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Quality Suites Pioneer Sands?

Quality Suites Pioneer Sands provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Quality Suites Pioneer Sands?

As of May 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quality Suites Pioneer Sands on Jun 4, 2025 start from $98.39, 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.

What's there to do close to Quality Suites Pioneer Sands?

This hotel is situated in Towradgi within a short 18-minute walk of Fairy Meadow Beach Park. You'll also find Stuart Park and North Wollongong Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Quality Suites Pioneer Sands?

Yes, self parking and long-term parking are offered for free at the hotel.

Does Quality Suites Pioneer Sands include a casino on the premises?

No, Quality Suites Pioneer Sands doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Quality Suites Pioneer Sands?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Quality Suites Pioneer Sands?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a minibar as well as a bar and an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Quality Suites Pioneer Sands?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Quality Suites Pioneer Sands feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Quality Suites Pioneer Sands serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Q Cafe.

Does Quality Suites Pioneer Sands allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Quality Suites Pioneer Sands.

Does Quality Suites Pioneer Sands have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Quality Suites Pioneer Sands?

The closest major airport to Quality Suites Pioneer Sands is Shellharbour, NSW (WOL), which is 15.5 mi away (19 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Quality Suites Pioneer Sands?

Yes, every guestroom at Quality Suites Pioneer Sands comes with a balcony.

Quality Suites Pioneer Sands Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 625 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 308 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

ANNE

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice Stay.

Lovely hotel in a great spot near the beach and close to wollongong.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were awesome, polite and approachable. The place is super nice, I loved the room. It's located close to the beach and pubs and stuff. I had a really good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This property (room 204) was particularly tired. The tiles appeared old and dirty in the kitchen. There are extremely limited cooking implements and no kitchen knife for chopping etc. The shower had black mould. The air conditioner was very loud. The sofa bed was extremely uncomfortable and very uneven. It was better to remove the mattress and sleep on the floor. Even this was still uncomfortable. The TVs are very small and old. The outdoor veranda furniture was also old and stained. Carpets in the common areas were stained. This is a 2 star offering at best.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarita

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Carpet was dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

The food and beverage manager on duty was fantastic, he was so very busy but looked after everyone brilliantly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite and the staff are very helpful and friendly. Im looking foward to stay bit longer at this hotel we love every moments of it
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Disa

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were lovely and very accommodating. Nothing was too much trouble
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Maria

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A gas jet on the stove was on when I went to the room I had been allocated. The whole apartment smelt strongly of gas. I was given a new room. When I reported the problem with the gas I was told it was likely caused by a cleaner accidentally turning it on while cleaning. I thought this was implausible. I thought it was dangerous but my complaint was not taken seriously.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ari

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very comfortable and clean property for a stay. We had a 2 bedroom apartment as were there with friends and found the apartment a little smaller than expected. The main concerns were an ensuite will add to the apartment especially when staying with another couple. No screen on sliding door meant when open for fresh air flies will fly in. Breakfast, pool and gym looked good although did not use pool or gym on weekend. air con in bedroom would also be a great addition especially for the warmer months. Location was good overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Helena

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Part of the bathroom floor was rusted in a corner and the shower leaked. The phone didn’t work and I couldn’t ring the desk or room service and had to go to reception in person. The restaurant had run out of vegetables and there was nothing for dinner at all for a vegan (myself). They apologised but I couldn’t eat anything and had to go out.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location,clean,quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim, Arncliffe

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location close to the beach and a short drive into Wollongong CBD. Has all the facilities you need for a trip away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Domenic

Good
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

tracey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Benjamin, Sydney

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The analog clock in our room keeps going off several times in the morning, disturbing our sleep. We did not set it. No way to unplug it without destroying the connection. We did not know how to switch it off as it was an old clock. It should be removed as most guests own a smart phone these days where we can set our own alarms if we want to. This unpleasant experience semi-ruined our otherwise nice stay. Apartment was clean and spacious, Staff at cafe got overwhelmed with coffee orders and showed irritation. Again minor blip in our stay but still left an unpleasant mark.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jess

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Traveled with family
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jose

Its nice and clean and had everything working that we wanted and very quiet to sleep 😍
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Shiraz

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall pleasant stay. After booking a king suite, I called in to check the amenities and I was told that I will be getting full kitchen with stove and oven so I had made arrangements accordingly. However, upon checking-in I learnt I wasn't getting any of those! Breakfast buffet - Disappointed having to share tongs for veg and non-veg food!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024