Hydro Majestic Blue Mountains

Hotels
7.8 (1325 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 1325 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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Renee • couple • au
7
Pros:

All the staff were great

Cons:

The bar closes at 10pm which is very early. I went to the bar at 9:55pm to order a coffee and was told it was closed.
There were no towels in the room when we arrived and we had to ask for them.
The fridge had someone else’s food in it

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Halina • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Maria • couple • au
10
A historic, beautifully furnished hotel with quiet rooms and an exceptional valley‑view breakfast.
Pros:

What a remarkable hotel, rich with history and charm. We arrived just in time to join the guided tour of the property — an experience I’d highly recommend. The hotel itself is stunning, beautifully furnished, and full of character.
Our room, located in the Belgravia section, was a comfortable size with a well‑appointed bathroom. Although it faced the highway, it remained perfectly quiet throughout our stay. Everything was spotless, and the bed was exceptionally comfortable.
Breakfast in the Wintergarden Restaurant was outstanding, made even better by the breathtaking views across the valleys.

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • au
8
We enjoyed our stay and exploring the blue mountains. A warm bathroom would have made it perfect!
Pros:

the food at dinner exceeded my expectations. The view was lovely.

Cons:

The bathroom had no heating. It was far to cold to use it during the night or for a shower at any time. This was surprising and made the cost seem a little high to be honest. You really need robes in the room if the bathroom is that cold. You couldnt even leave the bathroom door open with the air con on as it wouldnt open all the way up due to the bed. I wont stay in Hydro during winter again, I can tell you that much!!!

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Cameron • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Tsagaris • couple • au
10
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Adrian • extended_group • au
6
A little disappointing
Pros:

Just an average small room. View good. Pillows average. Breakfast average. Service in Bar/Lounge average. Just ok for the price

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • au
4
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Brendan • couple • au
3
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Valentina • extended_group • au
5
It needs to be updated
Pros:

The staff

Cons:

It was old smelt like mould

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Robyn • couple • au
10
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Bri • couple • au
4
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Lauren • couple • au
10
Beautiful hotel in the mountains!
Pros:

Superb location, gorgeous room with beautiful view of the mountains, breakfast was perfect, staff all very friendly.

Cons:

Nothing. It’s a heritage hotel so while it might not be extremely modern, its charm definitely shines through.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • au
9
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • au
6
Offering don’t feel generous for the price paid.
Pros:

location and view

Cons:

room was very small and the facilities in the room were meagre - no robes, no slipper, no biscuits, (there as some milk).
breakfast was ok but hot food (eggs, tomatoes, beans) wasn’t hot. Order was taken for coffee but didn’t arrive for 20+ minutes …so after bfst finished.

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

The views, the charm

Cons:

We were unable to eat at the hotel as the restaurant was fully booked. There should be some advice to book well in advance as this meant our group of 4 needed to find somewhere else with limited time

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Irina • couple • au
8
2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • au
9
It's not inexpensive, but it is a lovely place.
Pros:

Loved the old world look and feel of the hotel. The place is mainly spotlessly clean, and aĺl but one of the staff were amazing and friendly (one older seemingly quite grumpy barman surprised us, he acted like he just didn't want to be there... maybe he was having a bad day, but no smile, no friendly greeting, in that business it's a fail. Other guests also mentioned this behaviour, so it wasn't just us that noticed).

Cons:

Some mould in the rooms, and a 'picture window' that needed a good clean on the outside (old cobwebs).

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Katrina • couple • au
7
Above average in a beautiful historic facility
Pros:

History, location and warmth

Cons:

A bit shabby for the price. And staff looked a bit scruffy and either super helpful
Or not helpful at all

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Sam Anderson - Australia • solo_traveller • au
8
Good but not as expected for price
Pros:

The views are sublime, and are the reason we stayed here. The room was tiny. Bed was comfortable although extremely soft. The room had no special finishing touches, just the basics.

Cons:

Check in staff seemed busy with only a few check ins. Although luggage carts were available, we weren't offered one which would have been helpful. The bathroom had barely any space to put toiletries on, which would be easy to fix with a small chest or table in there. Walking through the hotel on a Wednesday & Thursday seemed to highlight that it is fairly quiet on weekdays, e.g. no staff in bars in the snooker room or further down. The restaurant offers a fixed price 2 or 3 course meal, which was expensive for what was served (no extras included like potatoes). Dinner (restaurants) in the Mountains during the week can be hard to find, so choice is limited. The price we paid by booking early could have been bettered, but I didn't have time to do this before the stay, so we paid top dollar. For the price, I would expect a higher standard, more staff and a friendly check in experience, perhaps highlighting any tours or experiences available in this unique hotel.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee