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Children allowed

Facilities

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Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Stunning location and harbour/waterviews
Peaceful, quiet setting
Friendly and engaging staff (reception and shuttle drivers)
Historic/heritage character and well-preserved site
Good event venues and organised activities (ghost tour)
Waterview breakfast and pleasant on-site experiences
Cons:
Occasional cleanliness lapses (ants reported) and late-night noise incident
Shuttle buses getting shabby and occasional timetable/availability issues
Cafe/restaurant hours inconsistent with advertised times
Some rooms need refreshing; lack of drawers/shelves and separate toilets in places
Mixed food quality vs price (some find restaurant average for cost)
Function space restrictions (e.g., lack of outdoor heaters, no music reported at one event)

Categories

Cleanliness
7.3
Mostly acceptable but some notable issues reported (ants in kitchen and main bathroom in one cottage, and an isolated incident of smashed glasses/noise late at night) — cleanliness generally fine for most guests but occasional lapses noted.
Service
8.8
Staff frequently praised: friendly and efficient reception, engaging wait staff at the Boiler Room, knowledgeable and friendly shuttle drivers; some operational service friction (shuttle timing/route) but overall strong service sentiment.
Location
9.2
Consistently lauded — stunning waterviews, beautiful and quiet location close to Manly; described as a hidden gem and ideal for events and sightseeing.
Room Quality
7.8
Mixed: some guests loved spacious heritage suites and gorgeous rooms with great views; others noted older rooms, need for refresh, lack of drawers/shelves and separate toilets in some units.
Amenities
8
Good variety of on-site experiences (ghost tour, event venues, waterview cafe) and reliable shuttle service for many, but issues with shuttle condition/timings, cafe hours/advertising, and limited unpacking/storage in some rooms.
Value for Money
7.7
Perceived value mixed — many guests felt the experience and location justified the stay, but some called meals expensive for the quality and cited extra costs/time (travelling into Manly) when on-site options closed unexpectedly.
Food and Beverage
7.8
Mixed impressions: Boiler Room praised for top-quality meals by some, while others found restaurant meals average for the cost; cafe hours and availability caused frustration for some stays.
Overall Experience
9
Strongly positive overall — many guests described it as relaxing, a hidden gem, would stay again, great for events and scenic stays despite some operational/room issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 00:25

Property Description

Unique Private Beach
Located in the heart of Sydney Harbour National Park - Manly, Q Station stands out as Sydney's only hotel with a private beach. Enjoy the luxury of having exclusive access to a pristine beachfront, perfect for relaxing or taking a leisurely stroll along the shore.

Historic Charm and Modern Comfort
Experience a blend of historic charm and modern comfort in the elegantly restored accommodation at Q Station. With rooms overlooking either the picturesque Sydney Harbour or the tranquil Australian bush, each room offers a peaceful retreat with a touch of luxury.

Exceptional Dining Experience
Indulge in fresh and modern cuisine at the Boilerhouse Restaurant and Bar while taking in the breathtaking views across Sydney Harbour. Whether it's a romantic dinner for two or a business lunch, savor the culinary delights amidst a stunning backdrop.

Book your stay at Q Station now to experience a unique blend of history, luxury, and natural beauty in the heart of Sydney Harbour National Park - Manly.

Important information:

Please note, there is a 1.4% credit card surcharge when using a credit card.
Q Station Retreat is located within Sydney Harbor National Park - Manly, and private vehicles are not permitted to be driven on site. When arriving, you can park your car in the arrival car park and check-in at the reception 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.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: SYD

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 2793 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.3
Service: 8.8
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 7.7
Food and Beverage: 7.8
Overall Experience: 9
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Angie • family_with_children • de
10
2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Larissa • couple • au
9
Serene and a definite treat for hubby and I!
Pros:

Absolutely loved our stay, have booked again with our children this time also!

Cons:

Our neighbours on the second night were extremely loud and disruptive.

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Lianna • solo_traveller • au
7
Pros:

It was very nice and quiet and really easy to walk around and not get lost

Cons:

There were a few bugs in our room and my mattress on the sofa bed was very squeaky. Bit hard to sleep

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • solo_traveller • au
10
Gorgeous place!
Pros:

What a gorgeous place - everything about it. I didn't even mind having to park up top and walk or shuttle bus to my room. In fact, the walking was a delightful part of the whole experience. And so close to Manly, too! My room was super warm and comfortable, too. Just loved it.

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Aby • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Martyn • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • au
10
well preserved historical site in an incredible location
Pros:

exceptional locationn

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Eddy • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Justine • solo_traveller • au
9
Beautiful place! Views, quiet, serene.
Pros:

Beautiful site, amazing views and lots of space to wander around. Great history, museum is interesting.
Rooms well appointed, comfortable and clean.
Loved the variety of places to eat, and a glass of wine by the Cove was so nice on a winter afternoon.

Cons:

Sunday nights - all food facilities are closed. Needed to go into Manly to find some dinner (which wasn't difficult) but meant we needed to drive.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Susan • extended_group • au
10
Would definitely stay here again
Pros:

Property is amazing

Cons:

We stayed near what seemed to be a storage room and at about 1am were woken by a staff member dropping a tray of glasses and smashing them, while it wasn’t the end of the world I would have thought staff would wait for a better time to unload the van

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • couple • au
8
Very relaxing
Pros:

Beautiful location

Cons:

Separate toilets

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Ronald • extended_group • au
10
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Chris • couple • au
10
Hidden gem
Pros:

Historic and well worth the stay

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Cassandra • couple • au
10
2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • au
10
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Sharyn • family_with_children • au
10
Pros:

Interesting and lots of activities to do

Cons:

Nil

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • au
10
Third time for us and it has never disappointed.
Pros:

We had a Heritage Harbour View suite which is very well-positioned to enjoy a wide view f the harbour back towards the city and comprises 2 rooms so plenty of space for bags and clothes hanging.
Boiler room restaurant serves top quality food by friendly, engaging wait staff. Reception is friendly and efficient.

Cons:

Shuttle buses are getting shabby. Wharf cafe does not serve breakfast on weekdays despite pamphlet saying it does. Q Station faces the sea so is starting to show weathering of external surfaces. There are no drawers or shelves to unpack clothes.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Ford • couple • au
10
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Kim • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Peaceful and quiet. Waterview breakfast at the cafe

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee