Hearty Center Motel

Hotels
7.7 (907 reviews)
19 Abbotsford Road , Katoomba , au

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Family rooms
Sauna
Non-smoking throughout
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Helpful staff
Good location
Affordable
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Cold showers
Outdated facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
6.01
Not clean and cold in some reviews.
Service
8.48
Very helpful staff mentioned positively.
Location
8.52
Close to transport links and events, favorable location.
Room Quality
6.97
Comfortable beds but some issues with the rooms being dated.
Amenities
8
Good amenities like fridge and microwave but missing some essentials.
Value for Money
8.96
Excellent value for money based on reviews.
Food and Beverage
7.01
Not explicitly mentioned; standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
7.68
Mixed experiences but generally a good place for budget travelers.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 05:04

Property Description

Convenient Location
Situated in Katoomba, just 1.6 km from Katoomba Scenic World and 1.8 km from The Three Sisters, Hearty Center Motel offers a prime location for exploring the attractions of the area.

Comfortable Accommodation
Each room at Hearty Center Motel is thoughtfully equipped with a kettle, ensuring you can enjoy a warm beverage at your convenience. Additionally, bed linen and towels are provided in every room for a comfortable stay.

Nearby Attractions
With Three Sisters Cable Car only 1.5 km away and the Museum of Fire within reach at 48 km, guests can easily access popular landmarks from the motel. Don't miss out on exploring the wonders of Katoomba during your stay at Hearty Center Motel.

Book your stay now at Hearty Center Motel for a memorable experience in Katoomba.

Important information:

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.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 907 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.01
Service: 8.48
Location: 8.52
Room Quality: 6.97
Amenities: 8
Value for Money: 8.96
Food and Beverage: 7.01
Overall Experience: 7.68
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Tatiana solo_traveller au
8
Thank you forcthe hospitality and care
Pros:

Flexibility and caring about customers. I arrived late during the night and needed a good sleep, they helped me so much. The bed so comfortable! They had tooth brushes. Small things matter.
Great value for money

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Gladys solo_traveller nc
8
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Anjana couple au
7
2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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anna solo_traveller au
10
Pros:

Very clean and amazing facilities! Jacuzzi/ steam with ambient lights and massage chair in a room were the winners! Also kitchen is very well equipped, toaster, microwave, ready hot water and cold filtered water. Cooktown are also available. It's a cute old house so don't expect 25 degrees inside in winter but you get warm blankets in the room and you sleep better when it's colder. On my last day staff were kind enough to leave my backpack in the room so I could still go and visit Leura.

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Aranda couple au
1
Unsatisfactory
Pros:

The accommodations did not align with the photographic representations. Upon arrival, our room's configuration, which consisted solely of a bed and a massage chair, was unsatisfactory due to the absence of en-suite bathroom and toilet facilities. These amenities were located across the hall and were shared with other guests. Consequently, we opted not to stay and departed the premises.

We unequivocally cannot recommend this establishment. Our rating for this property is zero stars.

Cons:

The photos didn't do justice to the hotel.

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Tasara couple au
8
The massage chair was a really good and we slept really warm
Pros:

Lovely historic building

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Olivia solo_traveller us
9
Nice and comfortable
Pros:

Nice room and facilities and staff response very quickly

Cons:

A little bit far from train station

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Semra solo_traveller de
10
Pros:

Very friendly host. I arrived sick with a cold from a long trip and stayed to relax. My room was simple but cosy and I had a sink, a massage chair ( didn't book it) and a kettle in my room. Though it is cold in winter time you are given a heater. Also if you are cold and want to use the spacious breakfast/kitchen room you can also ask for a little heater.The place is very spacious and close to the entry to the blue mountain trails and the aborigine park site. Also close to nice restaurants and an Aldi and other stores and cafes. It's a good choice for budget travellers that don't want a hostel. I would recommend this place also to travellers 40+. Secret: The best shower is upstairs. :)
Thank you!

Cons:

The shower/bathroom on the ground floor needs to be upgraded.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Tayla solo_traveller au
9
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Barbara solo_traveller gb
1
Pros:

The bed was comfortable

Cons:

The place was dirty with cockroaches around the premises, the provided slippers were dirtu, shared bathroom was dirty and when pointing out to the guy on the reception that the toilet lights in two toilets were not working he said i should use an alternative toilette which was two corridors away from my room and in yet another dirty bathroom (he did not aim to fix the lights). The whole hotel was extremely cold with only a small van to heat up the room. Even members of staff were constantly in thick jackets in the main area at the reception.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Joel solo_traveller au
9
Very comfortable and a great location.
Pros:

Great location and very quiet.

Cons:

Everything is great value.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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JustJules72 solo_traveller au
8
2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Sina Constanze solo_traveller de
5
Cons:

Es war schon sehr gruselig. Ich hatte wenig auf die anderen Bewertungen gegeben, aber muss zugeben, dass es schon sehr freaky dort war.

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Lingling solo_traveller au
8
Good location and a good stay. Nice staff.
Pros:

There is a washing sink, a chair, a kattle and a hairdryer in the room, as well as lots of shelves. Good facilities.

Cons:

The door is unsealed and I got woken up by the noise of walking in the hallway at 2:30am. I should have worn ear plugs when going to bed.

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Suzy couple au
8
2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Sheila solo_traveller au
7
2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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marie couple au
4
2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Catherine solo_traveller au
5
Secure room with comfortable bed, good enough for one night if you don’t need a shower.
Cons:

Shared bathroom small & grubby. No toilet paper, floor wet with someone else’s hair on it. Toilet flush constantly draining. Stayed here for a festival, can’t imagine staying here for wellness after Cancer (which I have had).

2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Bruce kim solo_traveller au
10
Pros:

good1

2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Trace solo_traveller au
8
2026-06-21 via Nuitee