QC NY SPA

We didn’t get a massage but just enjoyed the facilities and it was a wonderful way to end our NYC weekend. I would highly recommend this getaway for a day to rejuvenate from city life. Despite the crowd we always had a place to lounge comfortably and the line for food and wine went quickly. Can’t wait for a hotel to open!

QC NY Spa is a spa on the northern part of Governors Island overlooking the financial district. You buy packages for time and massages are extra, but they have multiple floors of different experiences. You start by getting ready in a locker room where you can store your stuff, then make your way through the amenities. They have almost 10 different sauna style experiences, as well as an aquatic level with a few water related experiences. Outside are heated pools with underwater music or massage chairs with great views of the city.
The staff here are incredible, super nice and helpful. There are towels, scrubs, and directions scattered everywhere. They have food and drinks downstairs which are priced a bit high for the portion sizes, but things like the tiramasu are delicious. You can bring your phone around or even a book to read and relax, although I recommend leaving them behind while on the bottom aquatic level as it's very wet and steamy.
Overall a great experience and the views from the pool alone are worth the money. Would definitely go again in the future.

QC Spa is the perfect tranquil escape. From the guided relaxation rooms, to the aqua terrace, every aspect of QC spa are top notch. Both of my visits so far have been during the winter, I'd love to come explore during the summer and enjoy lounging by the outdoor pools.

Such an amazing experience! Perfect for special celebration. The vibe is serene and the views are incredible. Food is very pricey, very small but good none the less. Drinks are delicious but pricey. Go for a full day there is just so much to do. So many different saunas, steam rooms jacuzzis etc. A great part of the experience is they add scrubs for your face and body to do in the different sauna’s/steam rooms so you really have a lot to do. The different rooms are just so cool and all have different essential oil scents. Outside of one sauna they have cool temperature towels that are scented to wipe off the face scrub and just add the extra touch of luxury. I loved the foot and leg scrub room. Bring a good book and sit in the mirror room on a cold day then jump into the jacuzzi pools, or on a warm day lay by the pool and enjoy lower manhattan shine. Sunset is gorgeous you don’t see the sunset here this time of year but the colors are gorgeous(not sure in other seasons where the sun sets). The people who work there are very nice and helpful. A secret from one girl to the next human is don’t forget to ask for a free face mask from the employees :)! Have fun!

I loved my time at QC. I went on a rainy, cold day so it wasn't very crowded. Although we couldn't lounge outside, we had a lovely time in the heated pool and using the foot baths, saunas. We added on a massage which was well worth it. Also there are extra included snacks like dried fruit and cookies with the massage. It's good to know if you need a nibble as the food and drink prices are quite high. I had the chicken curry wrap which was good, but not fantastic.

For the views from the pool and the overall vibe it felt worth it and like a special day. I can't speak to a crowded day there and what that would be like but we really enjoyed it!

Hop the ferry for a 10 minute ride and walk another 10 to get to this lovely spa with phenomenal views. The outdoor pools and luxurious and there are plenty of places to lounge and relax. Plenty of spots to hang your things, towels and robes. Changing areas and showers felt comfortable and well kept, Dyson hair blowers and enough room for a well attended spa in the city.
The spa is modeled on the Italian spa experience, in which you wander and explore to find something new to experience. I loved that idea, but you might miss a few things. We found a hidden pool at the end of our 3 hour session and we’re thrilled. We cannot wait to return. It was money well spent.

Such a beautiful and relaxing time at this spa. Every room smelled better than the last and we left feeling so relaxed. Took advantage of the birthday promo.

I visited the spa with my girlfriends on a Friday. The ferry was a quick ride from Manhattan city to the Governors Island. We arrived 12:30pm at the spa, the check-in was very easy, staff was very helpful and friendly. The grounds around the spa and all the 15 different rooms were lovely and there were plenty of places to relax and read books all day long. Upon our arrival we decided to use the outdoor areas in the afternoon when the weather would be cooler, but then it rained in the afternoon and the indoor rooms became packed. We ended up only being able to use the outdoor area by the swimming pool around 7pm. We had a magical moment overlooking a beautiful sunset with stunning views of Manhattan! But I would suggest going Monday through Thursday, since weekends seem very busy.

I had booked a massage at 4pm and I was 15 minutes late. I was very glad the staff called me because I had my earplugs listening to a podcast and completely forgot the world around me.

The one negative was my massage. The masseuse assigned to me was very friendly and made me feel comfortable, but the massage was not what I expected. I asked her to increase the pressure but she hardly increased it. The massage was very pricey, so no massage for me next time.

We left the spa at 10:30pm, feeling pampered and relaxed. It was a great way to spend my day, and I'll definitely have to return to enjoy the other rooms I've missed and the outdoor areas as well. I would highly recommend the spa!

My partner planned the whole thing for our birthdays. It was a gloomy day and there was heavy fog, this just added to the atmosphere. We had a lovely time. The staff was very helpful. The spa was very clean. Everything was constantly being restocked.

Well kept place, friendly professional staff at reception, and the views are beautiful like the photos.
Only thing I can recommend is implementing a policy guests having to shower before the use of saunas. Some of the people smelt sour and rotten, can be very disturbing while enjoying the beautiful serene space.

I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to this place with my three daughters, who surprised me for my 50th birthday. The outdoor panoramic spa pool offered an unbeatable view of NYC on a January day, making it a wonderfully relaxing experience. I'm definitely planning to visit again.

Visited QC Spa for part of a girl's weekend in late July. It was so easy to get to, very clean and just a wonderful experience!
We didn't get any of the add-on experiences but lounged by and in the pools, and tried the wet and dry saunas. There were a few times where we had to wait for certain things such as the footbath but people were courteous and was never a long wait. I would definitely visit again with friends or as a romantic getaway.

Amazing SPA, I come here every month because I really enjoy it. Being Italian, though, I know how all the other QC places work and it’s a bit disappointing that a free aperitif is not offered in the price like in ALL locations in Italy (especially since Governors Island doesn’t offer as many options to eat nearby and I don’t think you can exit and enter the SPA anyway).
It would be great to bring that tradition here too!

Fun and relaxing day out! Got the evening package on a summer weekday which was so worth it.

I also did the massage which was relaxing but rather pricey and nothing very special. The maximum massage time is 50 mins.

There are free snacks (dried fruits, nuts), cut watermelon and water easily available throughout the premises.

Even though we live in Philly my husband and I have visited this spa a few times in the last year. It is a great spa and super relaxing! We love to come there for the whole day. I will say that the price of food and drinks is much more expensive than you would expect. It seems to be higher quality and is definitely tasty! Drinks are also delicious.

Their massages are out of this world as well. I almost fell asleep from how relaxing it was.

If you do not want to spend much money for food I would recommend bringing your own.

Would highly recommend this spa.

Amazing experience from start to finish for me and my husband, we loved it, the staff is friendly and their coffee is great. We’re definitely coming back.

Brung hubs here for a quick father’s day get-away. Loved the ferry ride. The heated pool over looking NYC SKYSCRAPPER IS TO D!€ FOR !!! The sauna room is kind the less hot & steamy:). Def going back !

Truly enjoyed our visit here!

Easily make a ferry reservation which is included in your spa booking. 2 minute walk to spa from ferry. Warmly greeted by friendly and upbeat staff. You are given a locker key and have the option to have a wristband that you can pay for food and drinks with.

Take the elevator to the second floor to the locker rooms which are clean and highly looked after. You are given a hooded robe (no pockets) a towel, and sandals in a cute little bag. 100% Presentation aesthetic.

You have many options as far as amenities with your day/night pass. We started outside-and loved it. The views are obviously the main focus. You are unable to have any food and drink in or on the pool deck area. (Many people were quite upset at this, but lifeguards enforced it for safety)

We then went into the dry saunas that also had views of the city skyline. We made a pit stop by the little cafe. There are several offerings of drinks and snacks, but we really enjoyed the mint water.

We then headed down to the basement where there were foot baths, botanical steam saunas, showers, and scrubs. We quickly realized this is where we should have started!

We then ended our experience showering, making use of the Dyson blow dryers, and all the complimentary lotions. The only thing we didn’t care for was the shampoo and conditioner- but know to bring our own next time.

This is a great location for a ladies day, couples, or self care. Highly recommend, well with the price! Looking forward to returning and booking a massage into my next visit.

My friend took me here for my birthday for the first time. Admission on the gov island ferry is free with passes and a short walk from the dock. It was not a busy day so I got to experience it without it being packed. They have multiple pools and sauna and a BAR! I got a margarita and my friend got a Aperol Spritz - both delicious. Super relaxing and nice amenities with products that feel nice.

Myself, siblings and some friends went here in February. During the week their prices are lower we went on a Wednesday. The ferry is about a 8min ride and a short walk from the train stations. They have so many rooms to relax in, saunas and other free things you can try. With just the entrance fee. The drinks and food are city prices. Which means about $18-$20 for a drink and about the same for food also. The sunset was beautiful and it is also cheaper if you go at that time. I loved it. I am going back next week.