Dark, dated, dinghy. Uncomfortable double bed. Paint peeling in sheets off the ceiling and cornice, chipped paint on the wardrobe, brown plastic light switch shedding its white paint 'makeover'. Tap that dripped no matter what, shower door that would not close. Very noisy bathroom fan. Thin, tired looking green towels, dinghy decor in the room. dirty and threadbare carpet in... More

Family stayed here for a concert. The motel is a lot older than it looks in the pictures - I think showing pics at night makes it a bit deceptive. Lady at front desk was nice, the room was quite old and small for a family room. Really needs updating. The street noise was terrible, I had a great deal... More

Easily found in Wollongong, this motel was somewhat disappointing. The hallways and room were very dated and old fashioned and were in need of refurbishment. The bathroom, although of a fair size, was dark and dingy and could also do with some work. The room, though, was clean and tidy, the Air Conditioning worked fine and the bed was comfortable,... More

I travel a lot for both work and pleasure & I have to say that the bed in this motel was the worst I have ever slept in. It was hard & uncomfortable.The room was also very small & the shower screen very dodgy but I guess you get what you pay for.

This motel is advertised with words such as clean, friendly, homely, comfortable. I found the claims to be true when I stayed for two nights while attending a conference at Wollongong University. The building dates from the 1960s I'd guess, and can't have been the best to start with, and while it's kept in clean and neat condition it's far... More

While in need of a makeover,the hallways are rather dingy, the owners were very friendly and helpful, and the location was exceptionally convenient. Our room was comfortable and we had a good stay overall. There was free wi-fi in the lobby which was a really rare and nice thing. If you do not have unreasonably high expectations this is a... More

My second stay at the Normandie and I was just as happy as the first time. The rooms are comfortable and clean. The owners are super-nice and helpful. I felt like I was staying with them rather than just staying in their hotel. The restaurant downstairs is decent and I love hanging out in the bar. The downstairs bar and... More

This place is a little run down, but it's clean and comfortable and the staff are friendly and helpful. I needed a cheapish place to stay in Wollongong. I ended up here and had a small office, a room with a bed in it and bathroom. Fridge, iron and ironing board, kettle and coffee and tea were all available. could... More

Stayed one night at the Normandie. Room was large, comfortable and included tea making, fridge and new TV. Beautiful old hotel. Reception staff was lovely. Very convenient for the North Wollongong rail station (3-4 blocks walk). Quiet and bright. Would recommend again.