swimwear and a towel are required when using the sauna. please do not use the sauna naked. you may wear whatever you feel comfortable in, including a swimsuit, swim shorts, or other appropriate swim attire. anyone using the sauna without appropriate swimwear and a towel will be asked to leave
we recommend arriving at q station 30 minutes before your booked session, especially if it’s your first visit. this allows plenty of time to check in and be transported from reception to the wharf precinct. please arrive at the sauna 10 minutes before your session begins so you have time to settle in before your experience starts
wednesday 8:00am (peak)
wednesday 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am, 3:00pm, 4:00pm (off-peak)
thursday 8:00am (peak)
thursday 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am, 3:00pm, 4:00pm (off-peak)
friday 8:00am (peak)
friday 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm (off-peak)
saturday 8:00am, 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm (peak)
sunday 8:00am, 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 4:00pm (peak)
sauna sessions are 50-minutes
at the moment, the sauna is open wednesday to sunday, all year round
beach towels are available complimentary for hotel guests and can be collected from the visitor centre, located next to the sauna
non-hotel guests can hire a beach towel from the visitor centre for $5 per towel
our signature tea is caffeine free and contains chamomile, cornflower blossom, hops, lemongrass, passionflower, rose petals & spearmint
just your name is fine, but having your confirmation email handy makes things quicker
boilerhouse kitchen & bar
lunch: saturday & sunday 12:00pm – 3:00pm
dinner: wednesday – saturday 4:00pm – 9:00pm (kitchen opens from 5:30pm)
wharf café & bar
monday & tuesday 8:00am – 6:00pm
wednesday – sunday 8:00am – 4:00pm
whether you’re after a relaxed breakfast or lunch by the harbour, or a dinner with stunning waterfront views, we have an option to suit
you will find snorkels, sup’s and kayaks at our visitor centre desk within the hours of 10:00am – 4:00pm
we sure do! 50-minute private sauna sessions are available for up to 12 people at $300, and they’re the perfect fit for hens parties, wedding recovery days, or just a relaxing time with friends and family
bookings are handled via email only – reach out to sauna@qstation.com.au and our team will sort out availability for your group
q station offers accessible accommodation, and our tour routes can be adapted where possible to accommodate wheelchair users
our restaurants and cafés are wheelchair accessible, with the exception of the upstairs dining area at boilerhouse kitchen & bar
please note that the sauna is not wheelchair accessible, as it is accessed via steps
if you have specific accessibility requirements, we recommend contacting our team before your visit so we can help make your experience as comfortable as possible
as we are located within a national park with endangered wildlife, and 1-way roads, driving is not permitted. we offer a complimentary shuttle service to assist you get around the property
boat anchorage must be before the buoy line in front of quarantine beach, as the area is a marine sanctuary. wharf access is also not permitted as it is closed for renovations. if coming to quarantine beach, a dinghy can be used past the buoy line
we recommend wearing comfortable, enclosed, flat shoes as the national park and heritage site can include uneven ground with inclines and steps
please be cautious when entering older historic buildings and always watch your step and follow any sign / guide instructions
please be mindful when walking at night, due to national park restrictions, some areas may have minimal lighting
you are welcome to use your phone torch if needed but please keep to main accommodation / hotel areas at night which provides more light
keep a safe distance from wildlife – do not feed or approach them. if concerned, please notify staff immediately
harbour heat runs rain, hail or shine – the sauna experience continues in all weather conditions. if anything changes on our end, we’ll be in touch directly before your session
guests must be 11 years or older to use the sauna. under-18s must be accompanied by an adult
if you’re pregnant, have a heart condition, or a health condition that heat exposure may affect, we recommend checking with your doctor before booking. please let our team know in advance if you have any concerns, so we can help make sure your session is a comfortable one
click here to view timetable
we were fortunate to partner with cedar & salt at q station for two wonderful winters in 2024 and 2025. unfortunately, due to compliance requirements relating to the operation of q station, we are unable to have third-party businesses operate on the site – so as much as we’d have loved to, we couldn’t bring cedar & salt back in 2026
we have huge respect and appreciation for rob and everything cedar & salt has achieved locally and for the sauna industry, and we will continue to support him and wish him all the best. we now offer harbour heat, our own sauna experience on-site, and we hope you’ll enjoy it just as much
check in at the sauna itself, located in the historic wharf precinct, behind wharf cafe & bar. walk towards the jetty and turn left
plans change – that’s fine
let us know at least 24 hours before your session time and we’ll move you to another slot, no questions asked
to cancel or reschedule, email us at sauna@qstation.com.au
with less than 24 hours’ notice or a no-show, unfortunately, we’re unable to offer a refund or reschedule
the sauna is a small, communal space, and last -minute cancellations mean we’re unable to fill your spot
q station is located at 1 north head scenic drive, manly 2095
it is a 35-minute walk from manly or a 5-minute uber/taxi ride
alternatively, you can catch a public bus or use the q station shuttle service to travel to and from manly wharf
for sauna guests, we also offer a complimentary shuttle bus service to help you get to and from your sauna session
there is complimentary parking at reception for all guests and visitors at q station. we do suggest the local 161 bus from manly or use taxi/ubers
if you need to change your booking dates, please contact our sauna team as soon as possible. we’ll do our best to accommodate your new dates, subject to availability
look for wharf cafe & bar – the sauna sits right behind it, on the wharf itself
arriving by shuttle? we’ll drop you close by
starting at reception instead? hop on the next shuttle, or grab a map and make your way down – signage at the wharf precinct will guide you the rest of the way
yes! we have a great range of harbour heat merchandise available, including hoodies, sauna hats, towels and more
you’ll also find a selection of q station merchandise, including books, hats, sun care products, t-shirts, plush toys, and a variety of unique souvenirs
visit our visitor centre before or after your sauna session to browse the full collection and take home a memento of your visit
drinks can be purchased on site from wharf cafe & bar, located on the wharf
guests are welcome to bring their own water, however, please ensure any rubbish is disposed of responsibly
byo alcohol is not permitted
sorry, no pets are allowed on site as we are on national park land
gift cards can be purchased online though our website or via the visitor centre
fishing is not allowed from quarantine beach or quarantine wharf
we do not have a pool at q station, but we do have a secluded beach, located right by the sauna!
no, quarantine wharf is currently closed for repairs. for assistance with water access please contact – manly@qstation.com.au for private vessels, and sales@qstation.com.au for corporate and groups transfers.
q station is a smoke‑free property except in designated smoking areas. please refer to the q station map to locate these areas and ensure you are smoking or vaping only in the permitted zones
yes, there are two defibrillators – 1 located in reception and 1 located at the wharf precinct
we accept afterpay, alipay, wechat pay and debit and credit cards
12 people can fit inside the sauna
no – for everyone’s safety, jumping or diving from the wharf is strictly prohibited. please enter the water via the sand at the beach only