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The 3 Explorers Motel

4.0 star property
Upscale motel, walk to Three Sisters

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The 3 Explorers Motel

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains
Front of property
Hair dryer, towels
Garden
Superior Family Room

Overview of The 3 Explorers Motel

Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Your area essentials

Map
197 Lurline Street, Katoomba, NSW, 2780
  • Popular LocationThree Sisters6 min walk
  • Popular LocationEcho Point Lookout7 min walk
  • Popular LocationKatoomba Scenic World17 min walk
  • AirportSydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)87 min drive

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

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About the area

Sydney

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
  • 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 - 19 min walk
  • Three Sisters - 7 min walk
  • Scenic Skyway - 20 min walk
  • 8Things - 18 min walk
  • Canton Palace - 12 min walk

About this property

The 3 Explorers Motel

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

This 4-star Sydney 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 Sydney 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

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

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Building
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk

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
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. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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 25 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The 3 Explorers Motel on 5 May 2024 start from AU$128.64, 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. 292 out of 617 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 253 out of 617 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 617 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 617 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 617 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

Helen

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cosy and comfortable Pillows were like a rock and need to be changed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Angela

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spacious family room ideal for 3 friends. Picturesque area and frontage. Ideally situated for the hop on hop off bus and chocolate factory. We extended our 2 night stay to 3 nights and would definitely book again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean and tidy. Location was good - away from the busier CBD.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Louise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No face to face contact with owner. Quiet, comfortable and great location. Terrible pillows.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here before & it's pretty good, but starting to show it's age. Cracked & flaking paint in the bathroom, wardrobe runners need attention.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location close to main attractions and restaurants and shops. Would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Janusz

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Very loud rooms. You can hear everything, crying babies, TV etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

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

2/10 Terrible

Darawan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not clean .room very smelly ,no hair dryer No fan or heater in bathroom not feeling private and noisy because our room at the back look like store room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024