Stanwell Tops Travel Guide
Wollongong
Visit Stanwell Tops
Popular places to visit
Bald Hill Lookout
Explore the great outdoors at Bald Hill Lookout, a lovely green space in Wollongong. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
North Wollongong Beach
Enjoy a day of fun with the family at this central beach with a broad sandy strip, rock pools, grassy foreshore areas and plenty of space to relax.
Wollongong City Beach
Immerse yourself in the buzzing atmosphere or find your own secluded patch of sand on this vast beach that stretches for miles along the city’s gorgeous coastline.
Nan Tien Temple
With a name that translates to “Paradise of the South” in Chinese, this Buddhist temple complex is a modern architectural treasure with cultural exhibitions, a lodge and workshops.
Wollongong Harbor
Wander to the edge of the scenic breakwater or take in the views of Wollongong’s two lighthouses from a waterfront café at this historic destination.
Crown Street Mall
Wollongong’s pedestrianized main street is a shopping, dining and entertainment hub where you can join community events and festivities, or shop for a new look.
Things to do
Sea Cliff Bridge, Kiama Blowhole, Beaches & Wildlife Small Group
Sydney Private Tour Inc The Royal National Park and Symbio Zoo
South Coast Private Tour with Wild Kangaroo -pick up&drop off
Jervis Bay Private Tour & Pick up & Drop off
Erupting Blowholes and Ancient Rainforests SOUTH COAST OF SYDNEY PRIVATE TOUR
Private Kiama and South Coast Tour from Sydney
Top hotels in Stanwell Tops
Sage Hotel Wollongong
"We had a lovely stay at Sage. The room was large and clean, the location was super handy, the staff were helpful and the restaurant and room service amenities very useful after a couple of hectic work days. Big shout to Aidan at the bar for your service."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
"To say I was disappointed to pay top price for 3 nights accomodation only to have my family and I kept awake all Saturday and part Sunday night by a DJ who I’m assuming was associated with the hotel in a venue below. We were on level 9 and the music was ridiculously loud, I don’t recommend families ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Maclin Lodge Motel
"Very big room. With such a large room, the 32inch TV was way too small, so either upgrade the TV or add a comfortable lounge chair. Overall good value for the price"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Five Islands Hotel
"The 3 shared bathrooms look freshly renovated. We are back again next month. Thanks"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Rydges Cronulla Beachside
"Regularly stay"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hotel TOTTO Wollongong
"Bad water pressure in morning."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Stanwell Tops
Shellharbour
Shellharbour is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Shellharbour South Beach and North Beach.
Wollongong CBD
While visiting Wollongong CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Crown Street Mall and Wollongong Golf Club.
Thirroul
If you're spending some time in Thirroul, Thirroul Beach and McCauleys Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Bulli
Bulli is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bulli Beach and Sandon Point Beach.
Shell Cove
Travellers like the golf courses in Shell Cove, and The Farm is a top attraction you might want to visit.
