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Palais Royale

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Katoomba Scenic World

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Front of property
Daily full breakfast for a fee
Reception hall
Outdoor banquet area
Royal Spa Suite | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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230 Katoomba Street, Katoomba, NSW, 2780
  • Place, Blue Mountains Cultural Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Katoomba Scenic World
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Three Sisters
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Family Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Royal Spa Suite | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Royal Spa Suite

  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Triple Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Family Room (5 Adults)

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

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Executive King | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive King

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard King | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard King

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Katoomba

In shopping district.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Blue Mountains Cultural Centre and 2 miles (3 km) of Prince Henry Cliff Walk Trailhead with a stay here. Leura Cascades and Three Sisters are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Blue Mountains Cultural Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Leura Cascades - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Katoomba Scenic World - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Three Sisters - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Echo Point Lookout - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Katoomba Station - 10 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Carrington - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Old City Bank Bar and Brasserie - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Station Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cattlefish - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sushi n Co. - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Palais Royale

3.5-star hotel near Katoomba Scenic World
As a guest of Palais Royale, you'll find a sauna, a terrace, and multilingual staff. Event space at this hotel measures 1292 square feet (120 square meters) and includes a conference center. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The business-friendly Palais Royale also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Katoomba hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 1292 sq ft of conference space
  • 120 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1896
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Palais Royale offers 40 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. 80-cm LCD televisions come with Netflix. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Katoomba hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: AUD 30 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 80-cm LCD TV
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately AUD 30 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 11 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Palais Royale Hotel Katoomba
Palais Royale Katoomba
Palais Royale Blue Mountains Hotel Katoomba
Palais Royale Blue Mountains Katoomba
Palais Royale Hotel
Palais Royale Boutique Hotel Katoomba
Palais Royale Blue Mountains Katoomba
Palais Royale Hotel
Palais Royale Katoomba
Palais Royale Hotel Katoomba

Frequently asked questions

How close is Palais Royale to the airport?

Palais Royale is 45 mi (68-min drive) away from the Western Sydney Intl. Airport (WSI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Palais Royale?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palais Royale on Jun 11, 2026 start from $149, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Palais Royale have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Palais Royale.

Does Palais Royale offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Palais Royale, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 30 for adults and AUD 15 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Palais Royale?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Palais Royale?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Palais Royale?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Palais Royale have a pool?

Palais Royale does not have a pool.

Does Palais Royale have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Palais Royale to downtown Katoomba?

Palais Royale is 0.4 mi away from Katoomba.

Palais Royale Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 528 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 528 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 528 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 528 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 528 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous hotel,definitely staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful property and beautiful people especially Michelle in reception.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

tanya m

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, extra friendly staff, clean, room cleaned each day.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything met our expectations
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kanishka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very good size. The receptionist was very friendly and helpful. We were there one night, will surely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, large, clean room and proper HOT water with great pressure.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Grand old building. Bit tired but clean, helpful staff. Breakfast very basic
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sean

Comfortable accommodation, friendly staff. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The lady on receptions was very welcoming and friemdly and made us feel right at home. The room was a good size and although a little dated all was clean and tidy. Breakfast was very basic but did the job
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful Grand Hotel in the Mountains

Beautiful property in the Blue Mountains.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room 208 for Deluxe Queen was compact. The ensuite was too small for two people.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jens

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
3rd time staying here in 2022, and still very good place. Great location in Katoomba, friendly staff and clean rooms.
Verified

8/10 Good

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was really good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lots of character!

Staff v helpful re late check-in, info etc
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Hotel is great if you have a function at Katoomba RSL.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice old building.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sergii

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

fran

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
beautiful old building well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kidest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is clean, comfortable, friendly staff and good service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good for 2 nights stay

Nice old world charm hotel. Well maintained building and good location. Comfortable bed and big bathroom. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very well situated hotel. Older hotel with a lot of charm. A little dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Howell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so proud and passionate of the hotel. For the price found it excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A grand old place

Really well located, only about 15 minutes walk from the station at Katoomba. Close to restaurants and shops and most visitor attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay, Michelle the reception was delightful and very helpful. Restaurant food top quality and servicing 5 star as well
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ronald W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice heritage property

This is a very nice retro hotel. It takes you back in time.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025