Q Station Harbour National Park Hotel, Sydney
Expert reviews
“History buffs and those in search of views and solitude will appreciate Q Station’s smartly refurbished rooms and historic cottages located inside a nook of the Sydney Harbour National Park in Manly. The grounds are dotted with historic buildings where guests can pass the time as quarantined migrants once did, playing billiards, table tennis or savoring the views of Sydney Harbour over cups of tea.”
Shortlisted in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Sydney, Australia.
What guests liked
- Amazing views
- Friendly staff
- Beautiful building
- Great location
- Comfortable beds
All you need to know
The four-star hotel located on 1 North Head Scenic Drive in the Manly district of Sydney is the Q Station Hotel. The hotel features a unique design and architecture that makes it attractive and fascinating to guests.
The hotel is located right in the heart of the Sydney Harbour National Park where it provides the tranquil ambiance needed for a peaceful stay. The location of the hotel makes it the best place for visitors looking for peace and quiet.
The hotel rooms are well-furnished and feature classy interior design.
Q Station Hotel offers lush room and accommodation options such as Heritage Queen Room, Deluxe Double Room, Heritage Suite with Queen Bed, Deluxe Double Room, Deluxe Queen Room with Harbour View, Heritage Suite and Heritage Suite for multiple adults.
The hotel rooms feature the latest in modern amenities and facilities.
Q Station Hotel offers a nearness to places of interest such as Manly Beach which is a little over 2 km away and the Balmoral Beach which is a little over 3 km away from the hotel. This makes the hotel a perfect romantic getaway.
The lounge/bar area is the ideal place for guests to relax and enjoy a drink after a long day.
Other services, facilities, and amenities such as concierge services, luggage storage, 24-hour front desk, heating, lift, airport shuttle, daily maid service and room service are available in the Q Station hotel.
The hotel rooms feature standard amenities such as free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and desk.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
13 January 2025
Interesting property for short stay
Heritage property so room was small but well furnished.
As no vehicles allowed on site we needed to use a shuttle bus to get around the site. Some times we had a long wait for the bus.
13 January 2025
Experiencing the history behind the Station, the shuttle bus was also a great opportunity to see Manly.
The history behind the station great tours too.
Some of the signs were faded and couldn’t read properly
12 January 2025
Very good
Location and cultural significance!
No Air con in our room! Makes it tricky with hot flushes …
12 January 2025
Amazing but needs aircon for summer desperately
I loved the beach area it is perfect paradise and the restaurant and bar adjacent were fantastic.
There is no aircon in the bedrooms. It was hot and there were no fly screens to let in any air considering how many insects are around the area. We had a rough sleep both nights as the rooms were so hot and the fan did nothing to cool down the room and was not even positioned over the bed… would not stay again unless aircon is installed. Would definitely be back during winter however!
11 January 2025
Fabulous
I love this location and the peaceful atmosphere.
Lack of air-conditioning.
11 January 2025
Lovely little escape to a secret of Sydney
Lovely spot, views were amazing. The room was comfortable although we had some very noisy rear neighbours after having a room change due to fans not working. The restaurant dinner was exceptional, and breakfast was lovely too.
10 January 2025
It would have been a lovely getaway, had it not for the toilet and bath.
We were in awe of the beauty of the location. Perfect scenery, very quiet and private, modest room size which was reasonably clean. Reception and some staff members were friendly with ready smiles. The meals at the Boilerhouse Restaurant were terrific, buffet breakfast was hearty with the right varieties and selections. The private beach was very inviting which offers calm and serenity with the idyllic setting.
The thing I did not like is the missing toilet and bath in the rooms. Having them external is such a discomfort and inconvenience. The ceiling fan is making rattling noise such that I did not have a good sleep. The corridor in the toilet and shower facility needs a good clean from spiders and cobwebs.
9 January 2025
Nice and tranquil
Clean room, nice bed, great location
Tried to rent snorkelling equipment but the desk wasn't attended for >30 minutes so I just rented from a place in Manly town
8 January 2025
Pleasant
- The location and view were amazing. Beautiful and quiet. Perfect for restful vacations - having access to a beach a few hundred meters from our room was stellar, and the beach itself was beautiful. - the cafe by the beach was also great, providing good coffee and basic but good snacks. - the shuttle service very well organise and operational!
- The shuttle to the Manly does not run enough times in the day, especially around lunch time (which would be prime time to leave the station). - Our room did not have a window nor AC, which meant that we had to leave the door open if we wanted some air at night. not ideal. - Breakfast was not a continental breakfast but an english breakfast, and relatively average in quality. Plus there is no proper coffee, only a do-all-kind-of-coffee machine.
8 January 2025
Beautiful location, such natural beauty, combined with great staff and services
Great location, fantastic views and services
The bedroom is a little hot
7 January 2025
Great location
Being out of the hustle and bustle. comfy bed and good shower. Staff were great and super easy to get the shuttle to and from Manly.
Didn't realise it had no air conditioning, but we had a nice breeze that came through the doors.
7 January 2025
great location
it was a fantastic location.
It was a very hot night therefore air-conditioning would be beneficial.
7 January 2025
will be back
A Hidden Gem. Location A plus. Accommodation sympathetically done and very nice.
Service at the Boilerhouse restaurant was the only downer... while polite it wasn't very attentive. Food was good and value for money. We would have spent more on drinks and food if the staff had served us correctly.
5 January 2025
We just enjoyed staying in what is a big part of our early settler history although played up a lot
The History of the site, also the way they had transport set up for what is a difficult site to get around, great shuttle service
Would have liked air conditioning in the room, and ceiling fans directly above beds. Was very hot. also wojld have liked greater site details in rooms (We did have online info)
5 January 2025
Fabulous
A beautiful location. Very easy to get to and from.
5 January 2025
Fabulous
The location & history of this hotel is so special. It creates a totally unique and interesting interested in the slightly different vibe that is expected from a normal jhorts.
Phone line in our bedroom was broken so made access to a shuttle a lot harder and the breakfast is the only one pm site.
5 January 2025
Peaceful and relaxing with everything at your door step
Beautiful location and so serene. To be so close to everything Manly has to offer yet 10 minutes away you could be in the middle of nowhere!
5 January 2025
Really nice environment, friendly staff and good rooms too.
We loved the historical environment and the nature around the buildings. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The beach was very nice too.
4 January 2025
Pleasant
Location
Restaurant
4 January 2025
Fabulous
Location, view
No air con,
4 January 2025
Pleasant
Views
Movement around complex
1 January 2025
Beautiful location, meal and staff, disappointing room.
We had an overnight stay. I lived the location, the staff were great, the meal at night was great. I thought the room was incredibly basic and disappointing.
The room was very basic. It was like a basic motel room. There was nothing in the room that was in any way luxurious. Even in the heritage location, the rooms could have been far better.
30 December 2024
Q Station is like a country getaway with sparkling city views
The evening views from the wrap around terrace
No windows to the room and no AC
29 December 2024
Quiet getaway with great scenic views
Great views, pleasant staff and very clean. Recommend for quiet get away and if you want night life, Manly is 10 minutes away.
Rooms quite small.
29 December 2024
Wonderful relaxing short break
Loved our harbour view king room and it was very quiet, shuttle service was excellent
Room did get a bit hot in the afternoon with no air con
28 December 2024
Fabulous
loved the location, 24 hr service, breakfast, history of thy place, views- can't wait to go back, loved the private beach and facilities, onsite restaurants, can't wait to come back with the kids
I totally appreciate no AC is permitted due to heritage, and this means the room can get stuffy. we can't wait to return but might wait till autumn to avoid hot humid summer. there were no tissues in the room.
28 December 2024
Serenity
The views were exceptional, wildlife was quiet and won't be seen anywhere else. The area is quiet and peaceful. No traffic driving around site other than site vehicles
Having to catch a bus to room from carpark
28 December 2024
Hidden beach was a jam
Great ocean view with city
No air conditioning
28 December 2024
Fabulous
Beautiful spot, comfy beds, curtesy bus, most staff were amazing and the private beach is great!
No aircon
25 December 2024
Pleasant
The staff was very kind, and the view was beautiful. The beach was stunning and peaceful.
The buildings are old and in need of renovation. There was no wardrobe in the room at all. The room's amenities were inadequate, and we were not satisfied with the cleanliness either.
22 December 2024
Amazing location that over rode shortcomings of the accommodation
Amazing location with easy access around an extensive site that
Cleanliness
21 December 2024
It was only one night this time but I will definitely return.
Incredible location and views.
21 December 2024
Fabulous
Food was good.
All ok.
18 December 2024
Beautiful facility in a top spot.
Excellent location with beautiful views from the Harbourside room. Wildlife abundant. Private beach. Very quiet. Shuttle bus was a bonus!
Our room although beautiful didn’t have air conditioning and it was unbearably hot.
16 December 2024
Fabulous stay. Good food, good music, great night
Dining and location.
Nothing
16 December 2024
Peaceful and enjoyable
Interesting, great views, peaceful, I liked the native flora and fauna
Would be good to have a range of breakfast price options eg full and continental
15 December 2024
A quirky, interesting and lovely stay in a superb location.
Beautiful location, the history, shuttle bus, access to the city via Manly ferry. Nearby walk to North Head Sanctuary was fabulous!
Rooms can be a little stuffy in the heat.
14 December 2024
We will be back to stay again !
We loved the location and all the attractions on site and the shuttle bus made the access everywhere so easy! Fantastic!!
It would be better if the room had AC. It’s not too bad, cause there’s a ceiling fan, but it would be much more comfortable, for sure , being summer in our time there.
14 December 2024
Very good
View
12 December 2024
Fabulous
The location is stunning. The view over the bay is amazing and the historical buildings and the museum on site are worth a trip on their own. The rooms were clean and the staff were very friendly! I'll definitely come again!
The only think I could criticise is that there was no aircon or no fly screen on the windows.
9 December 2024
A fascinating part of Sydney’s history
Location, history, the restaurant and the food there. The staff and customer service were excellent
The limitations of a heritage building made it stuffy in the room at night with no air con. The fans were good though.
9 December 2024
Pleasant
The history and location
8 December 2024
Fabulous
Love the location and history of this area. It is a perfect retreat from a busy life.
Suggestion for the rooms in P23, it would be good to have a few hooks and towell racks in the bathroom.
7 December 2024
Fabulous
It's a beautiful position in the national park. The room was better than expected and comfortable. Good views everywhere Shuttle within the property very frequent and never need to wait l.
The shuttle to Manly is quite limited if you don't have a car with you. It's a nice walk unless it's raining heavily.
4 December 2024
Uniquely fantastic
Unique well presented and quiet
3 December 2024
Perfect relaxing break
Location
Nothing
3 December 2024
Most definitely staying again! :)
Room was just gorgeous. Bed comfortable. View's AMAZING. Great, friendly staff.
I didn't realise we wouldn't be able to take a vehicle in all the way to our room, but being a National Park, I probably should have realised that.
2 December 2024
Absolutely glorious location. But rooms are not 5 star.
It’s on North Head an amazing place to stay so much history as the quarantine station. One of the best locations in Sydney harbour.
It’s a bit remote no restaurants if u don’t want to go out for dinner you need to take your own. But there are no facilities to heat your food U can order Uber eats and a shuttle bus will bring it down to you but by the time it gets there it’s cold. Need to book into the biker house restaurant but only Fri sat night. 5.30 to 8.39pm
29 November 2024
Excellent stay at a historical site.
Excellent check in with Reception staff followed by a shuttle service that operated 24/7 that took you to your accommodation.
I wish the restaurant was open everyday. Other than that it was superb.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Tour desk
- - Luggage storage
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
General
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Family rooms
- - Heating
- - Designated smoking area
- - Shuttle service (free)
- - Vending machine (drinks)
- - Vending machine (snacks)
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
Activities
- - Games room
- - Private beach area
- - Beach
- - Tour or class about local culture (additional charge)
Miscellaneous
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Face masks for guests available
13 January 2025
Great!
Actually loved it, I wish we could have driven and parked at the room but I get why you can't drive around the site :)
It was Summer, air conditioning would have been nice, the room cooled down evenutally and we survived.