Hearty Center Motel

Hotels
7.7 (891 reviews)
19 Abbotsford Road , Katoomba , au

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
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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Outdated facilities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 891 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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Lisa • extended_group • au
10
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Jeremiah • extended_group • au
6
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

convenient,. quiet.

Cons:

room size very small

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Dawn • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

The bed was comfy and the location was central enough.

Cons:

The possums in the roof sometimes would wake me up

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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david • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Very tranquil

Cons:

Powering my phone was very slow

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Sabine • couple • au
6
The house has potential but needs investment and a makeover.
Pros:

It was cheap at short notice.

Cons:

We had a massive massage chair crowding our small bedroom.

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Stuart • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Massage chair

Cons:

Shower took ages to warm up

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Megan • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Troy • solo_traveller • au
9
Great thank you
Pros:

The pricing is very reasonable to keep you under budget. Beds very comfortable and sheets and facilities very clean and tidy.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Lea • couple • ch
4
Bett war bequem, rest wirkte heruntergekommen und schuddelig.
Pros:

Die Lage der Unterkunft war gut.

Cons:

Das Hotel wirkte in die Jahre gekommen, das Personal schien uninteressiert und Lustlos. Wir sahen sie nur beim Einchecken. Das Zimmer war staubig und hatte noch die Einrichtung drin, als das Hotel als Cancer Retreat genutzt wurde.

Das Badezimmer war absolut ecklig. Schimmel, Haare und Schmutz. es wirkte als würde es nie gereinigt werden.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Jacob • solo_traveller • au
1
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Amandine • couple • fr
4
Déçu ! Je ne recommande pas malgré un prix attractif
Pros:

Pas grand chose de positif hormis la localisation: centre à 15min à pied

Cons:

Lit ultra mou, pas confortable. Aucune isolation phonique (on entend absolument tout) des autres chambres.
Salle de bain commune qui mérite un bon rafraîchissement et un bon coup d’hygiène car très sale !!! Voir photo ci-joint

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Lawrence • solo_traveller • au
3
Will only stay for emergency
Pros:

Close to town and easy parking

Cons:

No aircon was cold all night

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Amrita • couple • au
8
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • au
1
Possibly acceptable accommodation for backpackers with extremely low expectations.
Pros:

Bed was okay, but just one pillow! Really!!

Cons:

Self check in consisted of rummaging through a littered desk & sorting through a pile of keys in an old envelope to locate my room key. The place is cold and unwelcoming, very much like an old asylum I toured recently. No toilet paper in the bathrooms & the weird showers were dirty & slimey. First time in my life that I’ve stayed somewhere that I didn’t use the shower due to the disgusting state. The shared microwave & toaster, etc looked like they’ve never been cleaned. Outside was a washer or dryer packed with sheets, towels, etc and a table covered with linen, which had been sitting there for god knows how long. The health department should close the place down.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • au
2
Pros:

Very basic

Cons:

Lack of heating n tv

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Ilyas • solo_traveller • au
7
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Erik • solo_traveller • de
9
Pros:

Interesting hotel that's well worth a stay. Well situated next to all the beautiful lookouts of the blue mountains. Bed was very comfy and room very clean. The building seems older but the furniture is all very new including fancy automatic toilets and a massage chair in every room. We had a quite room at the ground level with a shared bathroom with one other room. We enjoyed our stay very much.

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Tara • couple • au
4
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Christian • couple • au
10
A perfect place in both location, and comfort, just what you need.
Pros:

Lovely receptionist, welcoming and easy going. Great place to stay, affordable and relaxed.

Cons:

Nothing, was perfect!

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee