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Q Station Harbour National Park Hotel, Sydney

1 N Head Scenic Dr, Manly NSW 2095, Australia (show on map)

Expert reviews

New York Times review:

“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.

Guest rating

This an aggregated customer review rating of Q Station Harbour National Park Hotel, Sydney. We have taken customer review ratings from hotel booking sites, search engines, the official hotel website and other travel platforms. This is the average of all those ratings. We only list places that have a customer review rating of at least 4.0 out of 5.0

4.4 out of 5.0

Ranked 14th in Sydney

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What guests liked

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

4.5
Robb

13 January 2026

Truly lovely stay

Location- magic Shuttle bus was efficient and on time just great Staff were fantastic - shout out to Keeani(spelling) Lovely to deal with her We will return. Cheers

3.5
Letitia

12 January 2026

Pleasant

Beautiful location and the beach is absolutely gorgeous.

We stayed during a hot weekend so had to check out a day early as the rooms were too hot without aircon. Definitely stay outside summer if you can

4.5
Gregory

11 January 2026

It was relaxing and most enjoyable get away.

Our room was close to all facilities, which made it extremely easy to walk to the restaurant, beach, cafe, and the National Park.

4.5
Miles

10 January 2026

Fabulous

Very interesting

In need of an update

4.0
Klara

8 January 2026

A truly unique experience - with environmental and historical preservation a priority.

The peaceful dark nights with the only sounds being of the wind, some rain and the wildlife. The large sized room and ensuite was wonderful. The freedom to wander around the QStation grounds and discover the buildings and history in a random and relaxed way. Loved the stair access to the Bolierhouse restaurant. We loved the restaurant Also, every staff member we interacted with was very friendly and helpful.

The lack of cross ventilation in the rooms, and needed the fan to be on permanently. The room overlooked the main access road which was occasionally busy. We will book a room with a view overlooking the water next time.

3.5
Maryanne

7 January 2026

For a short peaceful break away from the city this is the place to go .

Excellent location Rooms were clean Peaceful ambience

The wharf cafe Children in Views breakfast touching all food and not being asked not to by staff

3.5
Carlos

4 January 2026

I would highly recommend this location to extended friends and family

Good room location which was not too far from the Breakfast hall. Liked the outdoor seating outside the rooms, and no mosquitos for the duration of our stay was brilliant.

No plug for the bathtub and not having an option to allow one vehicle to take luggage to the room at beginning and end of stay.

3.5
Andrew

4 January 2026

Pleasant

Great setting if you want to be away from it all.

No power points near the bed and staff reluctantly gave me an extension. The room was too hot could not ventilate. Very easy to lock yourself out of your room when going to the external bathroom.

4.0
Fred

3 January 2026

Fantastic

It’s location and history

Nothing

3.5
Palidwar

2 January 2026

Basic rooms. No air conditioning….. could be very uncomfortable if warm outside.

Basic! Breakfast featured long queues for coffee. Coffee machine frequently without cream. (Suggestion…. Get a second coffee machine, reduce lines and have a back up for when 1 doesn’t work).No salt and pepper available. No ketchup or other sauces available. Limited choices of food. Suggestion: If you want more international guests need to diversify breakfast choices to reflect more international choices. Good banana bread. Did lunch at restaurant 2x. Pasta was heavily over salted….almost inedible. Other dishes were just ok. Wine was overpriced. Rooms were clean. Pick up service from room to lobby was excellent.

4.5
Cheryl

1 January 2026

We both enjoyed the experience

Room was clean, met my needs with a comfortable bed and 100% for the view I stayed in room 29

Not being able to drive to my room, unloading and reloading of luggage.

4.5
Pibee

1 January 2026

Fabulous

Great atmosphere

4.0
Cathie

30 December 2025

Location is wonderful

Its position in a National Park on the Harbour is magnificent. Historical significance Plenty of walking trails nearby

Bed was a little worn out, sagging a bit. More like 3 star inclusions Cheap instant coffee & tea bag Be more appropriate to have a small Nespresso machine for cost of accommodation Breakfast buffet not great, an automatic machine for coffee not good

4.0
Nieves

29 December 2025

Spectacular views, beautiful little beach and cafe at the bottom. Restaurant has an excellent food!

Breakfast was really good. Thank you

4.5
Yannick

28 December 2025

Fabulous

Space, restaurant and service

TV was not working and no cupboard/wardrobe in the room.

4.5
Steven

28 December 2025

Great escape

Great location

Not being able to drive in

3.5
Siobhen

27 December 2025

Pleasant

Rooms very hot no air con

4.0
Rowan

26 December 2025

Loved the experience of being out of the city for a night away

Beautiful setting with amazing views, walks and a quiet beach to enjoy a refreshing swim after a hot day out

There were no air conditioners in the rooms, so prepare to sleep with your doors open if it gets too hot 🥵

4.5
Anthea

25 December 2025

Great place, great location and feels like a getaway. We are looking forward to returning

The open space when you are near the city and great views. The beach and history wrapped up in the accommodation

The shuttle is great and efficient but it can be very slow at checkout

4.0
Sharelle

25 December 2025

Very good

Furnishings, view, multiple bathrooms. Fans

Porch needs a paint

4.5
Rose

23 December 2025

Fabulous

Great place to stay for some peace and quiet.

4.5
Karen

20 December 2025

Had a Great Time, will definitely be back

Location, Accommodation and View are Fabulous

Food was too expensive and too fancy in the restaurant, and the food at the Cafe was just okay

3.5
Stephen

20 December 2025

Historic location in paradise

Lcation and ambience - Boilerhouse restaurant - the Q beach wth its lounge chairs and the cafe on the wharf

Withoiut air-conditioning on a very very hot day, it was difficult to feel ok in the rooms

4.5
Belinda

18 December 2025

Great place to stay and enjoy the serenity!

Room and bathroom were clean and comfortable. Nice and quiet. Shuttle service is great. Lovely to walk around and take in the history. Cafe on the beach was good. Great to sit and watch the harbour while having a coffee.

4.0
Josephine

18 December 2025

Wonderful time relaxing!

Tidy and easy to get around. Great views!

Cafe at wharf didn’t have enough food options.

4.0
Amelia

17 December 2025

Great stay

The 24/7 shuttles, cleanliness of room, location, staff were friendly overall great stay wish it had a pool would have been 10 stars

No pool

4.0
Gemma

17 December 2025

Very good

Loved the location, history, authenticity, shuttle buses, friendly staff and nice breakfast.

Room was a bit stuffy, bush turkeys were a bit annoying, sofa bed was a bit uncomfortable and bath plug leaked

3.5
Margaret

14 December 2025

Pleasant

The peace and tranquility. The unobtrusiveness of cleaners.

Not enough powerpoints.

4.5
Elizabeth

14 December 2025

It was a beautiful weekend getaway

The location.

No air conditioning. Staff lovely except one driver who clearly didnt want tk work sundays

3.5
Tracy

14 December 2025

Pleasant

Basic but we weren’t staying there for luxury, it was an experience Meal at the boiler house was fabulous

Nothing

4.0
Sarah

12 December 2025

Very good

24 hour shuttle, views, breakfast

Not as private as picture indicated (shared balcony/verandah)

4.0
Felicity

10 December 2025

It was a lovely night for our anniversary food was great service was great tour was great

I like the history and the food

That the mini bar in the room had no water or refreshments only milk. After walking around ghost tour and bar was shut it was hot and needed a beverage. I suggest letting people know when the bar and restaurant closes and to bring one’s own refreshments upon booking so can be prepared. That’s my only suggestion.

4.5
Kathleen

6 December 2025

Fabulous

very friendly and helpful staff. Outstanding location. Comfortable bed.

I booked via a travel app and didn’t realise the bathroom area was outside the room. It was close, clean and I had a private bathroom within the bathroom block. I was just surprised by this detail of the stay.

4.5
Kieran

5 December 2025

Fabulous

Location and history of the station is amazing

Bottles of water in the room would be great for those with seperate bathroom

4.5
Tanya

4 December 2025

Very short, very sweet

Location and history

4.0
Cheryl

2 December 2025

Its location and history was unique and very peaceful

It’s location, it’s history and very peaceful

4.0
Graham

26 November 2025

Wonderful and we shall return there.

Breakfast was at extra cost but was excellent value being a full buffet. Our room looked right down onto the private beach and out over the harbour. Spectacular. Shuttle bus to use on property. Guided tour of facility was great. We learnt a lot of history. Great wildlife- echidnas, brush turkeys, long nosed bandicoots.

Limited places to eat when we were there as restaurant only open Wed through to Sat. Only other option on site is a cafe with very limited choices.

4.5
Matthew

25 November 2025

In general had a lovely time. Staff were fantastic and the free shuttles were much appreciated. Especially the ones at t

Very quirky and had all the facilities. Very comfortable bed.

Only a small issue but did have a small problem with ants in the bathroom and kitchen.

4.5
Catherine

24 November 2025

Fabulous

The location

4.0
Sally

23 November 2025

great 2 day stay in a great location

the views, the history and museum, shuttle bus service, very comfortable beds

the room was too hot

4.0
Chris

22 November 2025

Very good

Fantastic location, beautiful scenery nice and historic.

Still old food underneath the bed receptionist made a few mistakes on our bookings for dinner and tours

4.0
Geoffrey

18 November 2025

A must stay

Beautiful place with a lot of history and your right in there

Nothing it was very good

3.5
Margaret

18 November 2025

my stay was good but the room could have had an ensuite which was a little annoying,

the room in front of mine was very noisy and the residents woke me very early

4.0
Sophie

17 November 2025

Good , relaxing

Location and history

Accomodation reasonable .

4.0
Gen

16 November 2025

Had a great time and looking forward to going back but didn't sleep for the 2 nights as the international guests wer

Peaceful with history and views

Noisy neighbours

4.5
Christine

10 November 2025

Lovely accommodation, would defo stay again. Just perfect!

We did not have breakfast, we had our own cereals! I think the patio could have been swept every day , as the chickens pooed there quite often, had to ask to be cleaned. The staff were excellent all very friendly and helpful. We had a takeaway one evening which was delivered to QSTATION then it was delivered to us by one of the staff, excellent service .

The restaurant we did not use as we thought it was a little bit expensive for us. Would have been nice to have had another choice for the evening. As above, the cleanliness of our side the rooms could have done with some TLC .out

4.0
James

10 November 2025

Location magnificent

Pristine location — spectacular views and beaches

Some staff drive the shuttle buses way too fast. They should stick to the speed limit like everyone else

4.0
Michelle

9 November 2025

Good & interesting

Location was beautiful as were the walks around the property - & its history was fascinating.

We were given a room for a disabled person, while good not what we were expecting & we didn't get our water view.

4.0
Susan

9 November 2025

Very good

The view is stunning

4.0
Nerrida

9 November 2025

Special part of Sydney.

Spectacular views of Sydney mixed its history. Fantastic staff.

Air conditioner would be nice, rooms were very warm during night.

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
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