Stanley

Travel Guide

Stanley
Stanley
Stanley
Stanley
Stanley
On Tasmania’s northwest coast is a popular seaside destination where you can hike, play on beaches and enjoy watersports under the shadow of an old volcano.

Stanley sits at the base of a long-extinct volcano known as the Nut. The attractive fishing village captivates with its colonial houses and rugged windswept coastline. Climb to the top of the volcano, take part in watersports and investigate local history.

Standing on top of the flat-topped Nut is a must-do activity. The panoramic views of the coast and countryside are spectacular. Reach the summit by walking up the steep winding path. Alternatively, expend a lot less energy by taking the chairlift. From your elevated vantage point you can easily make out the Rocky Cape National Park, which could be your next port of call.

The national park is about a 15-minute drive from Stanley and encompasses beaches, bays and rock shelters. Take one of the scenic walks through the landscape and go fishing and boating off the beaches. Enjoy more nature-based experiences at the Tarkine wilderness area. Hike through a rainforest, canoe down a river and stop by a waterfall.

Stanley’s windswept position makes it a fantastic spot for watersports. If the breeze is up, try sailing, surfing, sailboarding and kitesurfing. Reserve your seat on the Sylvia C motor cruiser which travels out to Bull Rock to view the colony of bull seals.

While many people visit Stanley for its natural beauty, there are plenty of other attractions to keep you occupied. See more of the local sea life, including giant crabs, lobsters and sharks at the Stanley Seaquarium. Visit Highfield Historic Site, a regency home from the 1830s with barns, convict barracks, chapel and an ornamental garden. Here you will learn about the first European settlers in northwest Tasmania. Go on a walking or cycling tour through Stanley's streets, where some of the old homes have been turned into cafés and shops.

To get to Stanley on the northwest tip of Tasmania, fly from the Australian mainland into Burnie. From Burnie, it's about a 1-hour drive west to reach the picturesque village and its spectacular surroundings.

Stanley Village Waterfront Accommodation

Stanley Village Waterfront Accommodation

2.5 out of 5
11-17 Wharf Road, Stanley, TAS
The price is NT$2,548 per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
NT$2,548
NT$2,803 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Stanley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Van Diemen's Land Company Store and Stanley Seaquarium ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (481 reviews)
Couple's Annual Retreat
"Beautiful cottage on the beach and very clean and tidy. Had everything we could need for our couple of nights stay and lovely surrounding area to discover. Will stay again for sure."

Reviewed on 2025/7/13

Stanley Village Waterfront Accommodation
Stanley Hotel & Apartments

Stanley Hotel & Apartments

3 out of 5
19-21 Church St, Stanley, TAS
The price is NT$2,184 per night from Aug 8 to Aug 9
NT$2,184
NT$2,403 total
Aug 8 - Aug 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Stanley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (416 reviews)
"Beautiful area"

Reviewed on 2025/7/5

Stanley Hotel & Apartments
Stanley Seaview Inn

Stanley Seaview Inn

3.5 out of 5
58 Dovecote Road, Stanley, TAS
The price is NT$2,876 per night from Aug 8 to Aug 9
NT$2,876
NT$3,164 total
Aug 8 - Aug 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Stanley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (718 reviews)
"Very comfortable and excellent staff."

Reviewed on 2025/6/10

Stanley Seaview Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Stanley Lakeside Spa Cabins

Stanley Lakeside Spa Cabins

3.5 out of 5
87 Stanley Hwy, Stanley, TAS
Stay at this 3.5-star beach cottage in Stanley. Enjoy free parking, private hot tubs, and a garden. Popular attractions West Inlet Conservation Area and Tatlows ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (74 reviews)
"The cabin was very private and overlooked the lake. Bed was very comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked with cooking equipment. Nice ground area to relax, explore and walk around. It was about a 5/6 minute drive into Stanley."

Reviewed on 2025/3/16

Stanley Lakeside Spa Cabins
Touchwood Cottages

Touchwood Cottages

3.5 out of 5
31 Church St, Stanley, TAS
Stay at this 3.5-star cottage in Stanley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Stanley Discovery Museum and Genealogy ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews)
"We stayed in the studio cottage. It is with good ambiance and very spacious unit with full stocked kitchen facilities. The sea view is excellent and all made our stay very pleasant. There was a recent ownership transition and check in was through a phone call. We booked another unit originally with ..."

Reviewed on 2025/3/1

Touchwood Cottages
Rose's Villa

Rose's Villa

2 out of 5
86 Dovecote Rd, Stanley, TAS
Stay at this villa in Stanley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Stanley Golf Club and Stanley Conservation Area ...
Rose's Villa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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