Nova Kiama

Hotels
8.6 (3818 reviews)
31 Bong Bong Street , Kiama , AU

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location (near train, attractions, restaurants)
Very clean / immaculately maintained
Friendly, accommodating staff
On-site parking available
Modern, minimalist rooms
Coffee cart in foyer
Allowed bag storage after checkout
Close walking distance to major sights
Cons:
Noise from plumbing / rooms not fully soundproof
Limited seating in rooms (no comfy chairs)
Limited room amenities (no microwave, no freezer in fridge, limited powerpoints)
Reports of stained duvet covers
Slow WiFi reported
AC/temperature control problems in at least one room
No exhaust fan in bathroom (reported)
Occasional TV not working

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Generally praised as very clean and immaculately kept in multiple reviews, though a few guests reported stained duvet covers and minor bathroom supply omissions (no toilet brush, disabled-room layout issues).
Service
9.4
Staff repeatedly described as friendly, charming and accommodating (allowed bag storage after checkout, clear night-staff instructions); overall strong service impressions justify an above-target score.
Location
9.7
Consistently highlighted as exceptional — walking distance to train, shops, the blowhole and restaurants; parking nearby noted as a plus.
Room Quality
7.8
Rooms are modern and minimalist but several guests noted drawbacks: cramped layout in some rooms (including disabled-room constraints), lack of seating, beds sometimes not fully comfortable for two, noisy plumbing and at least one report of TV/AC problems.
Amenities
7.5
Basic amenities present (kitchenette, coffee cart, parking) but guests noted missing items such as microwave, freezer in fridge, limited powerpoints and some bathroom/exhaust omissions.
Value for Money
8.2
Most guests found the stay good value given location and cleanliness, though one review called it poor value due to room/amenity issues; overall slightly above target.
Food and Beverage
7.5
Limited on-site F&B options: a coffee cart in the foyer was appreciated but selection (especially savoury items) was limited; no full dining service reported.
Overall Experience
9.7
Majority of stays described as comfortable, convenient and enjoyable for short getaways; recurring positives around location and staff outweigh isolated negative experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 06:35

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Nova Kiama, a 4-star hotel in Kiama, offers a luxurious stay just 300 meters from Kiama Surf Beach. The air-conditioned rooms are well-equipped with modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable experience for guests.

Relaxing Facilities
Guests can unwind by the outdoor swimming pool or work out at the fitness centre. The hotel also boasts a beautiful garden and a terrace, perfect for enjoying the serene surroundings.

Convenient Location
Situated just 1 km from Kendalls Beach, Nova Kiama is also close to Bombo Beach and Jamberoo Action Park. With free WiFi and free private parking, this non-smoking property is the ideal choice for your stay in Kiama.

Book your stay at Nova Kiama now for a memorable and relaxing experience.

Important information:

All payments made directly through Nova Kiama are subject to a credit card surcharge.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: SYD

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 3818 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 9.4
Location: 9.7
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 7.5
Value for Money: 8.2
Food and Beverage: 7.5
Overall Experience: 9.7
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Alana • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

Easy to access parking, coffee kombi on site was perfect! Also bonus being next door to the local pub

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Marnie • couple • au
8
2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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PETER • solo_traveller • au
10
Perfect stay if only there for a few days
Pros:

Breakfast was close in a lovely little cafe

Cons:

Nothing, the stay was perfect

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Kathryn • couple • au
8
Highly recommend. Clean and comfortable
Pros:

Clean and cosy , close to the Train station without train noise .
Fantastic Heritage listed hotel next door which also serves lunch and dinner as well . Some delicious restaurants nearby .

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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zuber • extended_group • au
10
Overnight stay
Pros:

Was a cute little hotel room.

Cons:

I didn't like how hard the pillows were

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • family_with_children • au
8
Kiama stopover
Pros:

Location very central.
Room size good

Cons:

Floor in unit seemed to need to be cleaned.

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Amy • family_with_children • au
10
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Lilly • family_with_children • au
9
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Basic • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • au
8
Ok
Cons:

What I was saw on booking .com was not what I received

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • au
10
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Robyn • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Katrina • family_with_children • au
5
Disappointing. Tired.
Pros:

Handy location.

Cons:

Rooms were tiny. Bare minimum supplies. No reading lights or wall lights. Just bright led lights which barely dimmed. No hanging space except one tiny hook. Very uninspiring and certainly not my idea of boutique accomodation. Staff however were friendly and did their best. Perhaps my expectations are to blame.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Penelope W • solo_traveller • au
8
Just what I needed while doing my Palm Beach to Nowra walk.
Pros:

Staff were brilliant; awesome location; quiet and clean room

Cons:

There was a lack of power plugs in convenient locations - eg near bed.
The room was lacking cosyness as a spot to "hang out" between walks

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • couple • au
9
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Marco • couple • au
10
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Muir • couple • au
10
Excellent will be back
Pros:

Quiet and location. Very clean and staff were nice.

Cons:

N/A

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • solo_traveller • au
9
Great!
Pros:

Convenient location.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Sue • couple • au
10
Very good.
Pros:

Staff were very helpful and our stay was lovely.
location perfect to walk to shopping area and eating places.. I would certainly recommend staying there.

Cons:

If staying longer I would go for a bigger room. This size was fine for one night.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Tania • couple • au
10
A must stay ! Cant wait to come back .
Pros:

The small town charm and the excellent location along with a fantastic bed and shower make this hotel an absolute delight. Only wish we could have stayed longer.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee