Hotel Blue & Cottages Katoomba

Hotels
7.6 (2450 reviews)
88 Lurline Street , Katoomba , au
+61 2 4782 6922

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Golf course
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Basic breakfast
Noise issues
Insufficient amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
6.85
Some complaints about noise and potential cleanliness issues.
Service
8.35
Many reviews highlight friendly and helpful staff.
Location
8.85
Consistently praised for convenience and proximity to attractions.
Room Quality
7.85
Generally comfortable and spacious rooms, with some mentions of minor improvements needed.
Amenities
7.35
Basic amenities mentioned, with some suggestions for improvements.
Value for Money
7.85
Good value for a budget hotel, though some consider breakfast basic.
Food and Beverage
6.35
Basic breakfast options noted, lacking variety.
Overall Experience
7.35
Overall enjoyment noted, despite some issues mentioned.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 04:51

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts
Step back in time at Hotel Blue & Cottages Katoomba, where the 1920s architecture meets contemporary amenities.

Cozy Rooms and Elegant Lounge
Indulge in classically designed rooms with en suite bathrooms and enjoy the warmth of the guest lounge's open fire.

Pet-Friendly Accommodation
Travel with your furry friends as our cottages welcome pets. Contact us for more information and make unforgettable memories at Hotel Blue & Cottages Katoomba.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 1.65% charge when you pay with an American Express or JCB credit card.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.
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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for AUD 15 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 1 year 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.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 2450 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.85
Service: 8.35
Location: 8.85
Room Quality: 7.85
Amenities: 7.35
Value for Money: 7.85
Food and Beverage: 6.35
Overall Experience: 7.35
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Darrel • couple • au
7
2026-07-26 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • couple • nl
9
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Helen • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Bev • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

Great location. Comfortable

Cons:

Could use a freshen up and more attention to cleaning

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Marina • family_with_children • au
10
Lovely big rooms and great staff
Pros:

We loved the big family room for our trip. Location is great too

Cons:

Breakfast was very basic.. would be good to see more fruit or eggs. It was mentioned to have yoghurt but not when we stayed.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • family_with_children • au
8
Great value hotel for short getaway
Pros:

Great for short stays in Katoomba- beautiful hotel- great location- decent simple breakfast included- good set up in rooms for a family

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Aleyda Rossanna • extended_group • au
3
As it was for 1 night, it was bearable but I could not stay there again
Pros:

The hot shower was good

Cons:

The cottage was not cleaned properly. Dust was present in every corner of the place. The kitchen had some foul-smelling rags and tea towels that we had to throw away because the odour was making everyone feel sick. It seemed like they had only changed the beds and provided clean towels, but the rest of the house was neglected. There were used Band-Aids left in the main room, there were no bin liners, there was no extra toilet paper provided eventhough the booking was for 6 people.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Nick • solo_traveller • au
5
Not bad and no regrets
Pros:

We've been visiting the Blue mountains since I was a child and have always loved the mountain air, the location of Hotel Blue is great 👍 it's close to everything, it's minutes from the train station and almost next door to Katoomba RSL which is usually a great place for a meal

The heaters worked and the room was warm through the night, the bed was comfortable, the fridge while small did work, and there was tea, coffee, sugar, milk and a kettle which was definitely appreciated :)

Cons:

Hotel Blue is an older building so of course you've got to factor that in, it's also a budget motel so you can't expect The Ritz, however unfortunately when we stayed the hot water heater was playing up so one of the things we really did expect and hope for considering we had and paid for a private bathroom in the middle of the cold mountain winter was a hot shower in the morning but unfortunately neither my wife or I got to have one on either of the days/nights that we stayed, also the Internet was close to unusable as was watching anything on the tv at night before bed, so make sure you've at least got data available on your phone or tablet if need be, otherwise it was clean and comfortable and what we'd expect for a budget last minute weekend getaway for two

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Yas Kono • family_with_children • jp
9
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Kim • solo_traveller • au
7
Well located and comfy beds...service with a smile.
Pros:

Hotel Blue was relaxed and home like - it wasn't just a motel room - you had to have to walk around to find the dining room and this guided you to look at all of the comfy sitting rooms and spooky stairways etc.. Breakfast was enjoyable and relaxed.. The bed was extremely comfortable. The location was basically in the middle of the train station and the Three Sister's Lookout which made it easy to go back to the motel for a break between adventures. Front of house staff were lovely - helpful and polite. They seem to be doing their best with the very big job of running a motel and keeping their guests happy. The price for their accommodation was very affordable and made the difference between a one night stay at katoomba or a two night stay.

Cons:

The bed was clean and well made - yes i did look under the pillow slips and sheets to check out the actual pillows and mattress. There were a few areas that were not as clean as you would expect but when brought to the attention of staff, these were mostly rectified.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • family_with_children • au
2
Last stay at a hotel that was once a highlight of a trip to Katoomba but has now completely lost its soul.
Pros:

Good location.

Cons:

Poor Hotel Blue. New owners have completely let it lose its charm. No more fireplaces, no more bar, toast and cereal for breakfast. Stayed there many times before but this was the last time….

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • solo_traveller • au
5
Reasonably priced
Pros:

Great location. Reasonably priced. A few appliances were not working, however Cecillia went out of her way to supply alternatives. Great sunny sunroom at front of cottage which kids loved.

Cons:

A few appliances were not working. We stayed in a cottage, which was a great size for us, so if you have a bigger family, it works. It may sound strange, but there was an unsettling feeling around the cottage during the night.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • couple • au
9
A good spot to stay.
Pros:

Great value for money.
Good location.
Good breakfast.
3rd time we have stayed here.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Dan • couple • au
10
Weekend in Katoomba
Pros:

Location and comfortable bed

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Conan • couple • nc
8
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Paul • family_with_children • au
6
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • family_with_children • au
10
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Kim • solo_traveller • au
7
Pros:

Great location close to shops and walking tracks. Room was comfortable, bed was good. Good range of cereals, bread, milk varieties, spreads and tea bags for breakfast.

Cons:

Breakfast area could do with a coffee dispensing machine rather than having to go to reception and pay for coffee not made with instant powder. More attention to detail for bathroom cleaning would be good.

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • family_with_children • au
7
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Dom • family_with_children • au
7
Location was awesome, the room was great the way it was set out but aircon woods have been better
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Just felt for the location and the climate it could of had aircon, instead we had 3 heaters spread around the room but as it was so cold we could have been warmer and I think installing aircon at $1500 to $2000 you can go wrong. I think maybe if they put a sink in where the kitchenette is would be a great addition

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee