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The 3 Explorers Motel

4.0 star property
4-star motel near Three Sisters

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Front of property
Garden
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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197 Lurline Street, Katoomba, NSW, 2780
  • Place, Three Sisters
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Echo Point Lookout
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Katoomba Scenic World
    ‪12 min walk‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Two Room Spa Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Family Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Queen Spa Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes

Queen Spa Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Katoomba

In Katoomba .Your stay at this Katoomba motel places you within a 10-minute walk of Three Sisters and Echo Point Lookout. Katoomba Scenic World and Leura Cascades are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Three Sisters - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Echo Point Lookout - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Katoomba Scenic World - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Leura Cascades - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Blue Mountains Cultural Centre - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Katoomba Station - 2 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lookout - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Lookout Echo Point - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪8Things - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪EATS270 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Yellow Deli - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The 3 Explorers Motel

4-star motel near Three Sisters
As a guest of The 3 Explorers Motel, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Katoomba motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
The 3 Explorers Motel offers 15 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

This Katoomba motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-cm LCD televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-cm LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The 3 Explorers Motel to the airport?

The 3 Explorers Motel is 66.4 mi (88-min drive) away from the Sydney Airport (SYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The 3 Explorers Motel?

As of Dec 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The 3 Explorers Motel on Jan 5, 2026 start from $94.49, excluding 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 The 3 Explorers Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The 3 Explorers Motel.

Does The 3 Explorers Motel offer free breakfast?

The 3 Explorers Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The 3 Explorers Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The 3 Explorers Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The 3 Explorers Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The 3 Explorers Motel have a pool?

The 3 Explorers Motel does not have a pool.

Does The 3 Explorers Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The 3 Explorers Motel to downtown Katoomba?

The 3 Explorers Motel is 1.1 mi away from Katoomba.

The 3 Explorers Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 357 out of 758 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 301 out of 758 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 758 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 758 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 758 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff support is excellent Below are observations: Room is clean generally but there are dust on top surface of floor molding Fridge is of very old and door shows rust Sliding closet doors frame show rust Need some updating.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuk

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lindy

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great location to base yourself to explore the park. A great set up for families
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was very convenient to many attractions and the room was clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

J

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is not a flash resort but it is a great price, very clean and really has everything you need. Honest and authentic.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet clean room parking
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

maureen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet Clean Close to attractions Good bus service. Comfortable bed. Big room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
There were no hosts attending the reception and everything done via email telling you how to access room. So although this is convenient for some it's lacking in real hospitality. Even had a blackout one evening for two and a half hours but couldn't contact anybody and we weren't even emailed to give a reason or explanation as to whether it was the whoke area or just our motel. The room was dusty all behind and at sides of bed, under the seating also. Bathroom had peeling paint/wallpaper and the sink area around taps were grimy I cleaned that myself. The furniture was old and had old water mark stains everywhere. So overall I wasn't very happy really. I know it was a budget motel but I would have expected better cleanliness and being able to actually speak to someone. I wouldn't recommend this motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Meredith

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

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

Walking distance to Echo Point

Stayed there twice and will come back. But a toaster and a bigger fridge would be great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

GRACE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well organized and easy check-in instructions as well as an easy access to parking. Hotel/Motel is walking distance to most tourists' attractions and restaurants is a plus.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here with a family of four and absolutely LOVED it. The family room we had was huge, actually had enough room for a table we could all sit around in the middle of the room. Bathroom and shower were great. Loved the touch less service, made it feel like our own place. The best thing though was the amazing location within a short walk to Echo point and the amazing cliff top trails.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place older etc but always clean tidy quiet and friendly. Third stay and will be back again next year
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarka

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very clean and nice accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

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

Older style motel in good location

Close to the Three Sisters for a morning walk. Contactless check in went well, room was old but well maintained, nice hot shower much appreciated in the winter
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dannielle

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

shiva

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great fir family room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple but clean, affordable and convenient. Great to access to the walks around Echo Point.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean and tidy, comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gavin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
It's very old, bed sheets were very clean but toilet bowl was dirty. Behind the curtains there were spider webs and very dirty. It needs a very good deep clean around the windows seals and the bathroom. Fridge needs to be changed it was rusty. I guess that for what we paid we can't expect all of this stuff to be done
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family and small children
Comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
comfterble and close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025