Hotel Blue & Cottages Katoomba

Hotels
7.6 (2430 reviews)
88 Lurline Street , Katoomba , au

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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 2430 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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Eka • family_with_children • au
9
It's Recommended, good choice when we stay at Katoomba.
Pros:

They served the complimentary breakfast for guests. The room has very nice views just right in the corner and warm during the winter. The bed is very comfortable. The staff is very warm and welcoming, friendly and very helpful when we need something. And very close to the center and Tourist bus stop.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Kaye • solo_traveller • au
7
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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NONA • couple • au
5
Safety of every guests is more important
Pros:

bed was alright but cleanliness inside the room and bathroom/toilet was very bad. I can see cobwebs in the room window, mold in the bathroom, very dirty air vents and dusty windows. Room windows are not secure. Main entrance of the hotel is not secure anybody can sneak in during the night even the back door not secure too. Hotel need to renovation.

Cons:

Lower floor windows, main entrance and back door entrance should be secure for guests safety. Proper cleaning after guests check out especially in the bathroom. Should at least clean with bleach to make it smell fresh and no mold.

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • family_with_children • au
10
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Lily • solo_traveller • au
8
Lovely Katoomba
Pros:

Close to the Three Sisters and Chocolate shop.

Cons:

Lumpy beds.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Lucy • couple • gb
6
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Young • family_with_children • au
10
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Tony • solo_traveller • nz
7
Pros:

The location was great.

Cons:

It was very cold in communal areas, and no heating was turned on. Our room had a rotten window frame, which had a hole, so the outside cold was coming straight into the room. The bread, milk, and breakfast spreads ran out, with no staff checking to see if they needed to be topped up.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Ankita • extended_group • au
8
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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mel • family_with_children • au
8
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Beth • couple • au
8
Budget friendly and convenient
Pros:

Centrally located and budget friendly.

Cons:

Neighbours could be heard through the walls.

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Wilkinson • couple • au
8
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Kati • solo_traveller • au
7
Pros:

Beautiful old hotel.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Penny • extended_group • au
5
I was pleased to not to have stayed in the motel, but in the house adjoining the motel.
Pros:

The beds were comfortable,

Cons:

The bathrooms were not clean, mould up the walls in the shower recess. Dirty sponge to wash up with. Expecting the breakfast to be in the house we slept in, but, we had to find our way to the motel, for breakfast. There wasn't sufficient milk in the kitchen, even to make a cup of tea. Broken railing on the front porch, if you lent on it, would have a nasty fall, the grounds needed a tidy up. No pamphlets in the house to order take away. The dishwasher hadn't been emptied.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Rosemary • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

Location was good for our trip, close to the blue mountains and with the RSL right across the road, dinner was easy to sort out !

Cons:

The king bed which we upgraded to, wasnt actually a full bed, it was 2 king singles pushed together so there was an uncomfortable split down the middle. The beds were not exactly the same height so it was very noticeable. They were also quite springy.
The bathrooms design was a bit tight. The toilet is positioned too close to the basin so was a tad awkward but still functional. Would have been nice to have a tad more options in the complimentary drinks in the room.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Maria • couple • au
8
Central to everything. Reception staff very friendly
Pros:

Very central to everything.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Ashish • family_with_children • au
10
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Emily • couple • au
8
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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thogo • solo_traveller • au
7
Pros:

Opposite RSL..walk up to main street, coffee machine at Reception

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Joaquin • extended_group • cl
9
I liked the hotel, they are very friendly
Pros:

Location

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee