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The 3 Explorers Motel

4.0 star property
Motel with free parking, 6-minute walk to Three Sisters

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In the heart of Three Sisters, The 3 Explorers Motel offers a serene retreat. Explore the nearby Echo Point Lookout and Katoomba Scenic World, then return to unwind in the garden or stay connected with WiFi. With express check-out, luggage storage and tour assistance at your fingertips, guests have praised this motel for its walkable location.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov

Room options

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2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Two Room Spa Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)

Highlights

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

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2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Select Comfort bed
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Family Room

Superior Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

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 Twin Beds

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Queen Spa Room

Queen Spa Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

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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About the area

Map
197 Lurline Street, Katoomba, NSW, 2780

What's nearby

  • Three Sisters - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Echo Point Lookout - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Katoomba Scenic World - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Leura Cascades - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Leura Mall - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Aunty Ed's Restaurant and Bar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Lookout - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪EATS270 - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Lookout Echo Point - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fish & Fowl - ‬19 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, tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
  • 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 and shampoo
  • 40-cm LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and electric kettles

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  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 1,009 reviews
The price is NZ$142
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
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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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

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 3 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The 3 Explorers Motel on 10 Nov 2025 start from NZ$143.39, 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?

Situated in the mountains, 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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Reviews

The 3 Explorers Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 353 out of 751 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 751 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 751 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 751 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 751 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

shiva

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

8/10 Good

Michael

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

8/10 Good

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great property for overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kraemer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in with instructions provided before arrival. Location is close to three sisters lookout. Excellent cafe nearby for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

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

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

LEA-ANNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thankyou for our family stay , great value for money , will happily return
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, and a big room.

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place with quick walk to 3 sisters lookout
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Shari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great spot for walking to views
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was warm when I arrived after a long cold day, check-in was easy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Cosy and warm in the mist and drizzle

Very comfortable cosy room in the mist and drizzle of the mountains. A most restful and quiet stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good experience and reasonable price. Would stay again. Room clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location and walking distance to three sisters lookout
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

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

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic, comfortable and clean motel. Great location if you want to go to the Three sisters, plus a bus stop almost in front of the motel. The manager of the motel also let us store our bags for a few hours after checkout which was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room with plenty of space and comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Allison

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

Great location for a good price

My stay met my expectations. Room had all the essentials and the bed was comfortable. I choose the hotel for its price and location very close to Echo Point. Its an older hotel, which means some allowance is needed for this.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness
Great base for a couple of days in the mountains with our two kids. The two rooms and bath were essential. Property is older but clean and well maintained
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in May 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