The upgrade of the Hotel Illawarra introduced a new internal courtyard, Zenya Garden, which has become the focal point of the new design. It features a long wall-mounted water-feature as well as red lanterns and scalloped teak seating that surround a large tree. The courtyard brings light and life into the interior and remains a stunning feature come nightfall. The courtyard can unite or separate the two bars space depending on whether the sliding and bifold doors are completely open or closed.