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Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba

3.5 star property
3.5-star Victorian hotel near Leura Cascades

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Exterior
Triple Room | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Merriwa Cottage | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Bar (on property)
Family Studio | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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88 Lurline Street, Katoomba, NSW, 2780
  • Three Sisters
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Katoomba Scenic World
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Echo Point Lookout
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Room, 1 Double and 2 Single Beds

Family Room, 1 Double and 2 Single Beds | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Family Room, 1 Double and 2 Single Beds

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Triple Room

  • 22 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Annie's Cottage | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Annie's Cottage

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 4 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Room, 1 Queen Bed | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Queen Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Merriwa Cottage | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Merriwa Cottage

  • 16146 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Studio | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Family Studio

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Lurline Cottage | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Lurline Cottage

  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Katoomba

In Katoomba .You'll find Leura Cascades and Three Sisters within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Echo Point Lookout and Katoomba Scenic World are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Leura Cascades - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Three Sisters - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Katoomba Scenic World - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Echo Point Lookout - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Leura Mall - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Katoomba Station - 12 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sushi n Co. - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Yellow Deli - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Elephant Bean Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Canton Palace - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪8Things - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba

3.5-star Victorian hotel near Leura Cascades
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba also features tour/ticket assistance and a fireplace in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This Victorian Katoomba hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1922
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. LED televisions are featured in guestrooms. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English

Similar properties

Exterior

Leura Gardens Resort

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 298 reviews
$88 nightly
The price is $97
Jun 19 - Jun 20
Total includes taxes and fees
Leura Gardens Resort

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Piano

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 10

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Guests will receive key retrieval information
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

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 available for AUD 15.0 per day.

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.

  • Late check-out fee: AUD 10 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15.0 per day

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 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, debit cards, and cash
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 credit 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, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property is also known as

Hotel Blue Katoomba
Hotel Blue Katoomba, Blue Mountains
Hotel Blue
Blue & Cottages, Katoomba
Hotel Blue Cottages Katoomba
Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba Hotel
Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba Katoomba
Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba Hotel Katoomba

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba to the airport?

Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba is 65.8 mi (87-min drive) away from the Sydney Airport (SYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba?

As of Jun 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba on Jul 6, 2025 start from $97.49, 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 Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba.

Does Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba offer free breakfast?

Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba?

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

Is there free parking at Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba have a pool?

Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba to downtown Katoomba?

Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba is 0.5 mi away from Katoomba.

Hotel Blue & Cottages, Katoomba Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 352 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 131 out of 352 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 352 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 352 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 352 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time we have stayed here, great value, clean and close to main part of Katoomba
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kavita

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had booked a 2 rooms but got an upgrade to stay at Annie's cottage as we were 2 families. The cottage was beautifully maintained. The house was clean and comfortable with parking at the back. Very close to Katoomba station and town centre. We loved our stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

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

Katoomba

Just had one night here in a standard room. Room was compact but any longer we would have been tripping over everything. But t had all we needed. Bathroom is compact. It is an old hotel but is in keeping for the area. Location is good. There was a continental breakfast, which was good to start the day.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was clean, nice decor in room and common areas. There was a restaurant but it was only open for continental breakfast. Location was good as it was walking distance to Echo Point and to downtown Katoomba.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keiran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great historic property with clean and modern facilities. Staff are helpful. Will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

M O

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

Great old hotel

Great old hotel in a great location for walks in the Blue Mountains, buses and cafes and shops in Katoomba. Good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

KEUN YOUNG

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Simone Andrew

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Functional 3 star property, was expensive for experience as it’s run down (carpets worn, old furniture, paint). Mattress is lumpy, air con has permanent sign to say it doesn’t work. Tiny shower. Shame the owners don’t invest into the property. Cleaners do a great job, great sheets
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Norma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Room was clean but bed was not made , tea milk & coffee not replenished. Overall hotel was ok but staff could do better.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Run down and overpriced

Totally run down and overpriced! Avoid it! The carpets in the room were old and filthy. When it rained I had a water leak dripping beside the bed. The bathroom was best part but temperature from the shower changed so much and so quick, I got scolded on my back. For the hotel info - I was in room 5 and the waterfall was right hand side of bed - I guess you know as the paint was peeling!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very old property but over the road from RSL which we were visiting for a concert. No problems with property and everything worked okay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Susannah

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay with some old world charm. Rooms were clean and bed was nice. Good continental breakfast with fresh fruit, non dairy milks and gluten free options. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Narayan Prasad, Craigieburn

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location, but very old buildings, smells like old buildings. Room was nice and clean but it was too cold . Other than this it was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Sue

Traveled with family
A little noisy at night as its an older property but not bad Don’t expect to park on site as it’s limited Good location next door to RSL
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Traveled with partner
The property is quite dated although some may say “historic”. Our king room was an adequate size, however the bathroom was quite small. The room was clean, but the property doorways and entryways needed some cleaning. The included breakfast was very basic and described as such.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Maria Antonia Rosanna

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Free breakfast was cereals and toast. It was nice that it was very quiet and homey, despite the walls being as thin as paper. Best part was the location - very accessible to a lot of dining areas and the sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was a beautiful little room. Our bathroom door fell off and i had to fix that. Room was clean, bathroom was spotless. Power point for the kettle was no where to be found, had to boil the kettle in the bathroom. The breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

sam

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mei Wah

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

Very nice historic hotel. Clean and comfy bed

Nice hotel. Continental breakfast is helpful. Location is great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sirish

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very clean and has a really good ambience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Scott

Traveled with family
Upon arrival the receptionist wasn't very friendly (and had no shoes on, raising immediate red flags). Our room had a funky aroma with a damp patch in the little alcove. There was a stale biscuit on the floor, black mould around the hand basin and generally unclean throughout. The breakfast was extremely basic, consisting of little more than bread and coffee, and the cups were dirty. We decided to eat elsewhere. I get that the room was cheap, so I guess you get what you pay for.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The lady on the reception on key collection was very rude and hostile.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, near to shops and hiking attractions, able to contact staff via text when reception was unattended.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Subhash

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disappointing Stay – Poor Service and Inadequate Facilities We had one of our worst experiences at Hotel Blue and Cottages. The front desk staff was rude and dismissive, showing little concern for customer. The air conditioning unit in our room started leaking during the night, forcing us to turn it off on a hot day. With a 5-year-old in the room, we endured a sleepless night in unbearable conditions. Despite the hotel providing an after-hours contact number, our calls and texts went unanswered. The next morning, I received a casual response, “Hi, just got your message,” which lacked any sense of urgency or apology. When I raised this at checkout, the staff simply said they would “look into it” but offered no apology or resolution. If after-hours support is not genuinely available, why advertise it? This experience was unacceptable, and we will not be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Jose

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible receptionist. The breakfast is nothing like the picture. Instant coffee, toast, cereal and yoghurt stored in a fridge with a very strong sour milk smell.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024