Name: Q Station
Address: 1 North Head Scenic Drive, Manly, Manly, 2095 Sydney, Australia, 1 North Head Scenic Drive, Manly, New South Wales, 2095, Australia
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $100 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.2

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Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are currently in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Hotel Q Station

Private Beach. Property has a private beach. (Free access)

1 North Head Scenic Drive, Manly, Manly, 2095 Sydney, Australia – Excellent location – show map

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The setting at Northhead is beautiful. It is so convenient to take the ferry directly from the Q Station to Sydney.

Deborah

United States of America

did not have for a family of 4 i found it to be dear

Sylvia

Australia

We had no idea the hotel was in a national park! Really beautiful location and wildlife at our front door. We even found the endangered bandicoot on our night time walk. We took a long baths listening to the calls lorikeets and cockatoos And a short water ferry ride from Sidney

Adventure

United States of America

The location of course. How quiet is was. That you had access to your own private beach. The museum was very interesting, and the rooms were very comfortable. Romantic getaway !!

Charmaine

Australia

Loved that we could take the ferry from the hotel straight into Sydney ! All the staff were very friendly and helpful ! Loved seeing all the wildlife!

Anthony

United States of America

The general presentation of the property was excellent.

Albeare

Australia

Love the location. Interesting place to visit. Our second time there.

Neil

Japan

Beautiful, stunning location. Great accommodation, café, restaurant & bar. Excellent selection for breakfast. Interesting historical site and museum. Unfortunately baby stingray season made swimming a danger, as several people were stung. Rather excellent that no visitors cars are permitted on site. Staff were helpful and friendly, especially the shuttle bus drivers. Thank you Q for another lovely stay. Suzanne

Suzanne

Australia

The location! The room was lovely, clean and comfortable. Great staff. Overall a great place to stay. Only nitpicking in the negatives.

Lexy

Australia

The charm and atmosphere, it’s idyllic and relaxing and 1 night is never enough to explore the whole site

Stephen

Australia

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9.3

Excellent location!
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What guests loved the most:
“The setting at Northhead is beautiful. It is so convenient to take the ferry directly from the Q Station to Sydney.”

Deborah United States of America
“did not have for a family of 4 i found it to be dear”

Sylvia Australia
“We had no idea the hotel was in a national park! Really beautiful location and wildlife at our front door. We even found the endangered bandicoot on our night time walk.”

Adventure United States of America
“The location of course. How quiet is was. That you had access to your own private beach. The museum was very interesting, and the rooms were very comfortable. Romantic getaway !!”

Charmaine Australia
“Loved that we could take the ferry from the hotel straight into Sydney ! All the staff were very friendly and helpful ! Loved seeing all the wildlife!”

Anthony United States of America
“The general presentation of the property was excellent.”

Albeare Australia
“Love the location. Interesting place to visit. Our second time there.”

Neil Japan
“Beautiful, stunning location. Great accommodation, café, restaurant & bar. Excellent selection for breakfast. Interesting historical site and museum.”

Suzanne Australia
“The location! The room was lovely, clean and comfortable. Great staff. Overall a great place to stay. Only nitpicking in the negatives.”

Lexy Australia
“The charm and atmosphere, it’s idyllic and relaxing and 1 night is never enough to explore the whole site”

Stephen Australia

One of our top picks in Sydney.In the heart of Sydney Harbour National Park – Manly, this unique hotel features a peaceful and romantic retreat or a fully equipped base for business with stunning views out over Sydney Harbour.

Sydney's only hotel with a private beach, Q Station has been beautifully restored to create elegant accommodations, just a 5-minute drive from Manly or 30 minutes by ferry from the city.

Each room looks out over stunning Sydney Harbour or the Australian bush. The stylish rooms are furnished with a queen bed for your comfort.

The Visitor’s Centre can arrange a variety of unique experiences, allowing you to explore the history of Q Station. Try one of the many walks in the area, with paths suitable for everyone’s energy levels. Ghost and haunted tours around the property are also available.

In the evening, enjoy fresh and modern cuisine at the Boilerhouse Restaurant and Bar, with stunning views out over Sydney Harbour.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Free parking

Free WiFi

Family rooms

Non-smoking rooms

24-hour front desk

Facilities for disabled guests

Bar

Private beach area

Safety features

3 measures

Cleanliness & disinfection

3 measures

Physical distancing

2 measures

Food & drink safety

2 measures

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“boutique style”

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

Buffet

Free WiFi

Free parking available at the hotel

Sleeps	Room Type
Max adults: 2. Max children: 1	Deluxe Queen Room 1 queen bed
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Max adults: 2. Max children: 1	Deluxe Queen Room with Harbor View 1 queen bed
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Max adults: 4. Max children: 3	Heritage Suite - Detached Bathroom Bedroom 1: 1 full bed Living room: 1 sofa bed
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Max adults: 4. Max children: 3	Deluxe Suite 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed
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Max adults: 2. Max children: 1	Heritage Queen Room - Detached Bathroom 1 queen bed
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Max adults: 6	Three-Bedroom Cottage
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An Inside Look at Q Station

Set on Sydney's glorious harbour Q Station is one of Australia's most significant heritage and environmental landmarks preserved within 30 acres of the Sydney Harbour National Park at North Head.

Hotel surroundings

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What's nearby *

North Head Quarantine Station
0.5 miles
Sydney Harbour National Park - North Head
0.6 miles
Manly Ferry Wharf
1.1 miles
Davis Marina
1.5 miles
Manly Beach
1.7 miles
Balmoral Beach
2 miles
Watsons Bay
2 miles
Balmoral Boatshed
2.1 miles
Clontarf Marina
2.1 miles
Middle Harbour Yacht Club
2.3 miles

Closest Airports *

Kingsford Smith Airport
10.5 miles
Illawarra Regional Airport
58.9 miles

Boilerhouse

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Visitor's Centre Cafe & Museum

No additional info available

Views

Food: Australian

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Diners Club American Express Q Station accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Q Station Retreat is located within Sydney Harbour National Park - Manly, and private vehicles are not permitted to be driven on site. When arriving, you can park your car in the arrival parking lot and check-in at the lobby area. From there, a shuttle bus will take you to your room. The shuttle bus runs on a continuous loop to assist guests in moving throughout the Q Station site. Guests planning to arrive by car are welcome to contact the property for more information using the contact details on the booking confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are currently in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Room options at Q Station include:
- Double
- Suite
- Vacation Home
Q Station offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Game room
- Beach
- Private beach area
- Tour or class about local culture
The following parking options are available to guests staying at Q Station (subject to availability):
- Parking
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Guests staying at Q Station can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.7).

Breakfast option(s) include:
- Buffet
From the nearest airport, you can get to Q Station by:
- Airport shuttle (public) 45min
Q Station has 3 restaurants:
- Views
- Boilerhouse
- Visitor's Centre Cafe & Museum
Check-in at Q Station is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
The prices at Q Station may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

“We had no idea the hotel was in a national park! Really beautiful location and wildlife at our front door. We even found the endangered bandicoot on our night time walk. We took a long baths listening to the calls lorikeets and cockatoos And a short water ferry ride from Sidney”

“The location of course. How quiet is was. That you had access to your own private beach. The museum was very interesting, and the rooms were very comfortable. Romantic getaway !!”

“Beautiful, stunning location. Great accommodation, café, restaurant & bar. Excellent selection for breakfast. Interesting historical site and museum. Unfortunately baby stingray season made swimming a danger, as several people were stung. Rather excellent that no visitors cars are permitted on site. Staff were helpful and friendly, especially the shuttle bus drivers. Thank you Q for another lovely stay. Suzanne”

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Newest Reviews for Q Station

Reviewed: August 6, 2020

Bianca
Australia
6.0

“Staff were great”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room small and pokey. No view
Beautiful location

Stayed in August 2020
Reviewed: August 4, 2020

Sean
Australia
5.0

Fair
- • Business trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There was hardly anyone at Q Station when we stayed there. We could have been offered a room with a view as there were plenty available but a large building blocked the view. The door to the bathroom was so heavy to open. The sofa bed was very uncomfortable. Ok for the kids but wouldn’t want to sleep on it myself. The views off the headland were great.

Stayed in July 2020
Reviewed: August 3, 2020

Ian
Australia
7.0

“Something a little different with a great location”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
Of course the Covid Restrictions are on the downside - but that cannot be helped.
It was a little different .. and of course a superb location.

Stayed in August 2020
Reviewed: August 2, 2020

Lee
Australia
4.0

“Location and tranquil ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The boiler house food was such a huge disappointment and for the price it was ridiculous what you got The breakfast was a disgrace for $30 per person a bacon and egg roll was an old bun with little bacon and a coffee was disgraceful could get better at a little coffee shop for $8 slow service and restaurant was cold for a winter night
The loacation peaceful stunning walktracks beaches sights fantastic aura and history amazing amazing

Stayed in August 2020
Reviewed: August 2, 2020

Brad
Australia
7.0

“Nice place to stay. Friendly staff”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 2 nights
Tv didn’t work, and staff couldn’t fix. Sofa bed not really good enough to sleep on.
Location. Quiet well spread out

Stayed in August 2020
Reviewed: August 1, 2020

Tony
Australia

1 helpful vote
9.0

“Haunted Room, banging on wall at 2am. Kettle kept turning on, but it wasn’t plugged in. Freaky as ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Couldn’t fish their.
On Harbour.

Stayed in August 2020
Reviewed: July 26, 2020

Richard
Australia
8.0

“Excellent”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nice retreat

Stayed in July 2020
Reviewed: July 24, 2020

Geoff
Australia
9.0

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Very hard to beat this location.
Peace, quite and view !!! Winner

Stayed in July 2020
Reviewed: July 23, 2020

Anthony
Germany
7.5

Good
- • Travelers with friends
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Outside toilet
History and location

Stayed in July 2020
Reviewed: July 22, 2020

Christine
Australia
8.0

“A unique place to stay with wonderful views.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
Light in bedroom was very dim.
Great location and fantastic grounds and views

Stayed in July 2020
Reviewed: July 21, 2020

Gemma
Australia

1 helpful vote
5.0

“I have always wanted to stay at the Q Station and I'm glad I did it, but I wouldn't return.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 2 nights
Room decor to make the rooms more homely and less "motel" like. Allowing guests to drive to their room to load and unload. Information about walks on the property. Better food options. The Boiler Room is over rated and I would not recommend it.
The room with the harbour view was not really worth it - view was limited because of window size. Getting to our rooms reminded me of Fawlty Towers with having to park our car and walk our luggage down to the rooms or load it on the bus and be dropped at the door. Took a bit of explaining to work that one out! This was problematic for us as we were on an 11 day road trip and with Q Station cafe was closed for brekkie, we had a fair amount of luggage and bits and pieces. The bed was super comfortable but the rooms were pretty bare, not very homely, more effort should be made here in that regard, some nice pictures on the walls, bed cushions and coloured covers etc. The Boiler Room restaurant was unexciting despite being up towards "fine dining". My son ordered gnocchi and when it arrived the whole family thought it was the entree size!! The other meals were good but left us a bit peckish so we had dessert - tasteless. I've always wanted to stay at Q Station. Now I have, I'm glad I did it but I wouldn't do it again, though I imagine in warmer weather it would have been a better experience. By the way, if you want a restaurant recommendation, the North African restaurant in Manly "Darna" was amazing. The best meal I have had out that I can remember.

Stayed in July 2020
Reviewed: July 20, 2020

Tricia
Australia
7.0

“Nice break but should have paid more to upgrade and get full on harbour views and a better room.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
Got to the room and harbor view blocked by trees, the room was a little average, volume on the TV was too low and couldn't be changed. Noisy neighbor's walls seem to be very thin could hear everything going on next door including their mobile phone, very annoying. Initially was overcharged for the stay questioned this on departure and received a refund for the overcharge. There was not even a teaspoon in the room.
Not totally bad, turned up at the reception and they were pleasant. Facilities are getting really old now but the location is great. beautiful harbour location.

Stayed in July 2020
Reviewed: July 19, 2020

Avril
Australia
5.0

Fair
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bathroom and room in general. Restaurant was closed at check in time & cafe selections were average.
Probably should have booked direct through Q-station & not bookings.com with direct deals seeming more favourable. Site & views were amazing but our room was average & bathroom needs an update. All in all, we still had a great time & would recommend to friends with an upgraded room.

Stayed in July 2020
Reviewed: July 18, 2020

Corinne
Australia
6.0

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Couldn’t drive our car to room to unload baggage/pram/cot for baby. Having to unload wait for and use a shuttle with a baby in rainy weather was silly and far from ideal. Would not do that again. Crazy extra effort
View - nicest on a sunny day

Stayed in July 2020
Reviewed: July 17, 2020

Anonymous
Australia
8.0

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
As we were in a Heritage suite our bathroom was separate, which was annoying in the middle of the night. Due to Covid-19 some services were restricted which is understandable but a shame
The views from this location are just amazing.

Stayed in July 2020

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