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The 3 Explorers Motel

4.0 star property
Escape to a serene retreat near iconic landmarks like Echo Point Lookout and enjoy seamless stays with convenient amenities.

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

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar

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
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 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
Blackout curtains
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
Blackout curtains
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

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About the area

Map
197 Lurline Street, Katoomba, NSW, 2780

What's nearby

  • Three Sisters - 6 min walk
  • Echo Point Lookout - 7 min walk
  • Katoomba Scenic World - 17 min walk
  • Leura Cascades - 2 min drive
  • Leura Mall - 4 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Scenic World - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Three Sisters - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Scenic Skyway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Yellow Deli - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Elephant Bean Cafe - ‬17 min walk

About this property

The 3 Explorers Motel

Upscale motel near Three Sisters
Located close to Echo Point Lookout and Katoomba Scenic World, The 3 Explorers Motel provides a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
  • Luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak well of the walkable location
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hairdryers
  • 40-cm LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and electric kettles

Languages

English

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The 3 Explorers Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The 3 Explorers Motel on 23 Mar 2025 start from AU$128.00, 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.

How much is parking at The 3 Explorers Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is The 3 Explorers Motel located?

Located in Katoomba, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Three Sisters and Echo Point Lookout. Katoomba Scenic World and Leura Cascades are also within 2 mi (3 km). Katoomba Station is 24 minutes by foot.

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The 3 Explorers Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 331 out of 699 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 699 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 699 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 699 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 699 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

8/10 Good

Jenny

Communication from the property excellent Very clean and comfortable. Walking access to Echo Point and food for dinner and breakfast really great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Hans-Aloys

Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Quite and just 500 m from echo point away. I enjoyed the stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amar

No fuss clean property and quite convenient too with it being only a few mins walk from echo point.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Thomas

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

6/10 Okay

sandra

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Quite rundown and very minimal furnishings. Front desk people were fine and courteous. the location was just fine for what we were choosing to do (walk around your state grounds). The p rice was fine for what we got, Age and deteriorated rooms are the problem with this facility. It wouldnt take a lot to add a bit of sparkle and get rid of the musty smells.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quynh

Simple, easy contactless check in. The place is clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Marilyn

This is a very old motel - it was clean except or the carpets - I have allergies and it was terrible! The motel is very old - although the bedding and towels etc were clean - needs updated with carpet removal
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ross

great property for overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Foo Wah

Good motel.
Contactless check in, gopd communications. Close to 3 Sisters Hike. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Boon

Average motel but very near to place of interest.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Love going there, simple but nice quiet and clean. Great spot highly recommend 🤗😁
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Maria Ana

This is a convenient place for quick stays and price was very reasonable. Room was small but all necessities were there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Colleen

Seamless check in with an extremely informative host in Joseph. Great location. Beautiful linen and comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

wing hang

Nice and clean accommodation to stay
It’s very clean and tidy, the bathroom is also clean and pleasant. It was comfortable to stay and would be happy to visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

LEA-ANNE

Thankyou for our family stay , great value for money , will happily return
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Easy booking, clean rooms, great communication
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ursula

The self check in went well and Joseph the manager on the speaker phone was helpful and lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service
Good location for echo point
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tom

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

hello

Easy to find , park and checkin
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Excellent location close to main attractions and restaurants and shops. Would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

didier

Awesome place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Paul

It was so close to the walking tracks
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Star Rating
4.0