Hydro Majestic Blue Mountains

Hotels
7.8 (1307 reviews)
52 - 88 Great Western Highway , Medlow Bath , au

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great views
Beautiful decor
Cons:
Road works noise
Small rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
6.58
Bathroom tiles needed a scrub. Some rooms smelled of moth balls.
Service
8.57
The staff were courteous and helpful, providing standard service for this hotel tier.
Location
8.57
Stunning location but affected by road works in the area.
Room Quality
6.58
Some rooms were small and uncomfortable; others faced less desirable views.
Amenities
7.58
Historic building with decent amenities but missing a swimming pool.
Value for Money
8.07
Overall a good value for a historic stay despite some issues.
Food and Beverage
8.57
Breakfast had good variety, dinner was delicious.
Overall Experience
7.88
Overall enjoyable, with unique historic aspects and nice views.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 05:30

Property Description

Luxurious Art Deco Inspired Decor
The Hydro Majestic Blue Mountains boasts elegantly refurbished rooms with art deco inspired décor, reflecting the rich heritage of this iconic hotel. Guests can enjoy stylish rooms with flat-screen TVs, free WiFi, and boutique toiletries. Some rooms even offer picturesque mountain views.

Enticing Dining Options
Indulge in a range of dining experiences at the hotel, including afternoon high tea, à la carte dinners at Wintergarden, and casual dining at The Boiler House. Relax in the plush Belgravia Lobby Lounge or enjoy a cocktail at Cats Alley while soaking in the breathtaking views. Don't miss the interactive showcase of regional delicacies at the Hydro Majestic Pavilion.

Panoramic Views and Convenient Location
With panoramic views of the Megalong Valley, the hotel is conveniently located just minutes away from Katoomba Airport and Katoomba Scenic World. Explore the boutique shops, cafes, and restaurants of Leura, all within a short drive. Book now to experience the charm and luxury of Hydro Majestic Hotel.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with Amex, Visa or Mastercard credit card.

Please note that there is a 2.25% charge when you pay with Diners Club or JCB credit card.

Breakfast is available for AUD $39.00 per person. For children (aged 4 - 12 years) breakfast is available for AUD $19.00 per person.

Please note that rooms only accommodate a maximum of 2 people; either 2 adults, or 1 adult and 1 child. There is no capacity for additional bedding or guests.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for AUD 50 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 1307 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.58
Service: 8.57
Location: 8.57
Room Quality: 6.58
Amenities: 7.58
Value for Money: 8.07
Food and Beverage: 8.57
Overall Experience: 7.88
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Michael • couple • au
10
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Mary Ann • couple • au
10
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • couple • au
6
Understand preserving history and the views are to die for but not worth the money. Rooms are small and not that clean.
Pros:

Views

Cons:

Overrated

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Jenni • solo_traveller • au
5
Pros:

Location beautiful

Cons:

Unfortunately over priced for accommodation & food.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Michael G Wilson • solo_traveller • au
7
Bucket list view but building needs some TLC
Pros:

The view and the restaurant are top shelf with the latter being a standout in regional NSW.
The bed was very comfortable.

Cons:

Some parts of our room were dated and in serious need of a coat of paint.

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Kern • solo_traveller • au
5
Pros:

Historic hotel

Cons:

Very expensive. Room wasn't very clean or well maintained

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • au
10
Enjoyed our stay. Concierge/manager was professional and friendly
Pros:

Location and its unique style

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Pavle • couple • au
7
Pros:

The staff were friendly and the view of the valley was excellent. The rooms were clean and tidy.

Cons:

The rooms were much smaller than I envisaged and very dated. I understand that it's a heritage building however the rooms could be fitted out bit better with a few more modern touches like charging stations etc.

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Malinda • couple • au
10
Pros:

The staff where absolutely fabulous

Cons:

I would highly recommend on staying here such a beautiful hotel. I would also like to have the waiter recognised aswell his name was Kento he was such a kind and sweet young man he is a asset to your business I hope you recognise him on the review as he truly deserves it.

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Elaine • couple • au
8
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Jack • couple • au
7
comfotable place to stay
Pros:

view was great good breakfast

Cons:

could not change the room temperature

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • au
7
Great location worth considering but staff quality needs to be reassessed by management
Pros:

Location and history can’t be beaten

Cons:

The staff service is very variable. Some were wonderful. Others made you feel like you were wasting their time because you drew to their attention that your meal or coffee hasn’t been delivered for more than half an hour.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Gary • couple • au
7
Great location the view of the valley was good, its now off my bucket list.
Pros:

No view, but we knew that. Room was modern and nice, however there was no bench or somewhere to put items in the bathroom, eg: make up or toiletries. Breakfast was average but passable.

Cons:

Bacon was boiled or similar, YUK. The rest was ok.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Tania • couple • au
7
Not a great experience & we have stayed in some incredible hotels throughout the world.
Pros:

I loved the refurbished hotel and what was on display with the old

Cons:

We didn’t like the cocktail menu in the bar, so you missed out on a lot of opportunities with making more money as well as not being able to order hot snacks until 4 pm when the bar opens at 2 pm .

Plus I felt the winter garden menu should have had a few more choices, not just 4 to choose from.
And I paid for the second most expensive room the wardrobe where the tea making facilities was located was still not renovated and looked out of place .
And the room was as really hot .

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Wilkinson • solo_traveller • au
4
Won't be back
Pros:

The view

Cons:

In need of repairs, paint and could help older people with a lift instead of climbing up and down stairs, lugging bags up and down. Showering in the bath could be updated so more convenient for elderly people.

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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bernadette • couple • au
4
Overpriced and zero refinement
Pros:

the building is historic and has a special ambience.

Cons:

Overpriced. Poor quality food and service. Staff way below par. Zero refinement in food or staff.

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Jodie • couple • au
7
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • au
10
We’re going back!
Pros:

Location location location! Staff were very friendly, place was great and clean and well looked after and it was just awesome!

Cons:

Hotel buffet breakfast was just good. While all else was excellent!

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Danny • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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ken • couple • au
8
Pros:

The view

Cons:

The room was very small

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee