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The 3 Explorers Motel

4.0 star property
Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Three Sisters

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains
Reception
Hair dryer, towels
Front of property
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr

Explore the area

Map
197 Lurline Street, Katoomba, NSW, 2780
  • Three Sisters
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Echo Point Lookout
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Katoomba Scenic World
    ‪17 min walk‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Two Room Spa Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Select Comfort bed
2 bedrooms
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Queen Spa Room

Queen Spa Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Superior Queen Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Superior Family Room

Superior Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Katoomba

At The 3 Explorers Motel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Three Sisters and Echo Point Lookout. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and express check-out. Plus you'll find tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Katoomba motel include Katoomba Scenic World and Leura Cascades.
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What's nearby

  • Three Sisters - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Echo Point Lookout - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Katoomba Scenic World - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Leura Cascades - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Leura Mall - 4 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Scenic World - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Scenic Skyway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Yellow Deli - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Elephant Bean Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Canton Palace - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The 3 Explorers Motel

Motel with free parking, a quick walk to 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 a hairdryer. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

This Katoomba motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-cm LCD televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-cm LCD TV with digital channels

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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
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

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 all 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

What is the cancellation policy at The 3 Explorers Motel?

The 3 Explorers Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 30 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The 3 Explorers Motel on 6 Apr 2025 start from NZ$140.77, 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.

Is parking available at The 3 Explorers Motel?

Yep, The 3 Explorers Motel has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The 3 Explorers Motel?

No, The 3 Explorers Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The 3 Explorers Motel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The 3 Explorers Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The 3 Explorers Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 334 out of 703 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 280 out of 703 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 703 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 703 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 703 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Suited me for exploring the immediate area. Lots of walking involved and a perfect base.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very easy check in and out
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for our needs
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old world character room in the blue mountains, convenient to scenic world & the RSL club. Great room for the price with all you need for a short stay. Bed, A/Con, Tv & a good Shower. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was a lovely location. A shame there was no laundry room at the property and did find the room a bit cramped. But overall was clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susianti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Completely painless check in, the room was lovely - lots of space for a family. Easy to get to, close to where we needed to be. I would definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
The rooms were comfortable. However the shower head dripped, and the when we turned on the spa jets, bits of things came out. So we couldn’t use it and had to shower instead.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

indiana

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here before 2 years ago with some friends but this time have left feeling very disappointed The dust is out of control and needs a deep clean. I am quite a healthy person but over night I felt my throat being really irritated and closed up and my boys also coughing throughout the night. It is not a viable place for anyone to stay We were meant to stay for 2 nights but only ended up staying 1. Left first thing after the first night. We thought about staying the second night but when we were out still felt the after effects and just did not feel comfortable coming back to sleep another night so we just left We have contacted management directly and not heard anything back :( poor experience overall
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Thomas

Travelled with group
perfectly good for sleeping and then going to see the mountains
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Quynh, Rancho Palos Verdes

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple, easy contactless check in. The place is clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location, walking distance to Echo point. Family room was good size (1 queen, 2 singles) and included a table with 4 chairs. Decor is quite dated and could do with a spruce up, but many Katoomba hotels are similar. Bathroom clean and good shower. Fridge needed a defrost and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

jacqueline

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Shower head was broken. They came to fix it within 10 mins even though it was already pass 10pm. Kudos for service!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Wilhelmus

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Foo Wah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good motel.
Contactless check in, gopd communications. Close to 3 Sisters Hike. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Donna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was ready earlier than check-in time. Access to our 2nd level room was via exterior stairs. We were unable to get an Uber or a taxi from the site, so we used the Explorer bus, which we caught at Echo Point, several blocks away, to get our luggage to and from the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ursula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The self check in went well and Joseph the manager on the speaker phone was helpful and lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Nice Property. Clean, comfortable and a pleasant environment. Walking Distance to the three sisters. And a nice walk to the RSL for Dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
3 Explorers Motel is our preferred stay in Katoomba .... and have stayed many times. You will note COUNCIL PAID PARKING everywhere .... but just park your car in 3 Explorers for FREE.... and walk down to 3 Sisters ... or round to Scenic World ... or up to RSL, Canton Palace, Carrington Hotel et all. Local Bus stop right out front ... great if you walk cliff top walk to Leura .... and catch train then bus back. 3 Explorers Motel rooms nice and cosy ... including Heated Bed warmers and great A/C heating. Hot shower with great pressure. Big TICK from us .... again !!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024