Q Station Manly

Q Station is a hidden gem located at North Head on the shores of Sydney Harbour in Manly. Nestled in native Australian bushland with stunning views overlooking the glittering waters below and the skyline of the CBD on the horizon. You’ll feel like you are removed from the hustle and bustle of the city – even though it’s just a short ferry ride away.

The original site housed the former Quarantine Station at Sydney Harbour National Park, however, the modern-day Q Station offers stylish hotel accommodation, interactive ghost and history tours, group activities, restaurants and a unique destination for weddings, events and conferences.

Q Station Manly is spread across 33 hectares of rolling hills, open space, bushwalking tracks and paved tracks. Kids can zoom around on their bikes, skateboards or scooters. The station has its own private beach on Sydney Harbour.

From echidna, kookaburras, bandicoots, fairy penguins and frilly lizards, Q Station is teaming with wildlife and truly is a nature lovers paradise.

Wander through the free museum, book a history or ghost tour and dine in the award-winning Boilerhouse Kitchen and Bar.

Key features

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Q Station is famous for its spooky Ghost Tours! Ghost Trackers tours (ages eight and above) run during the New South Wales school holidays. During the day, families can explore the property of Q Station on the lookout for echidnas, bandicoots and other native wildlife; relax and play on the harbourside Quarantine Beach; wander through the free museum; join a 45-minute History Tour; or enjoy drinks and snacks at the Visitor Centre Café and dine in the award winning Boilerhouse Kitchen and Bar. A short stroll will lead you to Manly CBD with lots more activities for the kids.

Please contact Q Station directly to check availability of tours and activities during the July school holidays.

Fun for all

Ghost Tours

History Tours

Quarantine Beach

Visitor Centre Museum

Kayaking

Stand-up paddleboarding

Walking trails

Close proximity to North Head and Manly

Grown ups

Engine Room Bar

Rooms

Q Station’s heritage accommodation rooms are fitted with the modern conveniences of comfortable beds, heaters and ceiling fans. Cottages are ideal for small groups or family holidays with plenty of space for everyone to relax and have fun.

Three-Bedroom Cottage

Max occupancy: 6

Once used as quarantine staff homes, these spacious cottages have spectacular views and feature one king bedroom (which can be split into two single beds), two queen bedrooms, a living room, bathroom and kitchenette with cooking facilities and dining table. While every cottage is different, most feature backyards with balconies or a verandah and include games for the kids.

Deluxe Queen Suite

Max occupancy: 4

A spacious suite featuring a queen bedroom and a separate lounge room with a fold-out double sofa bed. The room includes a private ensuite and the French-style doors open onto a furnished balcony area, providing a quiet area to relax and soak up the peaceful surroundings.

Facilities

Restaurant

Bar

Museum

Private Harbourside Beach

Complimentary car parking

Tours desk

24-hour reception

Cafe and gift shop

Complimentary Wi-Fi

Room facilities

Heaters and ventilation

Ceiling fans

Bar fridge

Hair dryer

Iron and ironing board

Tea and coffee

TV

Telephone

Nearby

Manly Beach

North Fort Tunnels

North Head Sanctuary

Manly Corso, restaurants and shops

Warringah Mall

Manly Wharf

Garfish Restaurant

Taronga Zoo

Check-in time:

2pm

Checkout time:

10am

Restaurants

Dine on the edge of Sydney Harbour in the heritage Boilerhouse. The restaurant offers an à la carte menu of Australian cuisine including a kids’ menu. Next door to the Boilerhouse is the Engine Room Bar, available for lunch and dinner on weekends only with casual dining options such as pizzas and burgers. The Visitor Centre Cafe is located on Quarantine Wharf and open from 10am to 4pm daily, serving hot drinks, cold beverages and a range of light meals, snacks and ice-cream to enjoy outdoors overlooking Quarantine Beach.

• Boilerhouse Restaurant
• Engine Room Bar
• Visitor Centre Cafe

Where to find Q Station Manly