Name: Metropole Katoomba
Address: Corner Gang Gang & Lurline Street, Blue Mountains, 2780, AU

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jul 2026

lynda

3rd or 4th time staying here, and we love it.
Staff are lovely, room is basic but clean, and the location is fantastic.
Lots of quirky little sitting rooms for guests to enjoy.
We didn’t have breakfast as we were going out for lunch both days we were there - but it smelled beautiful!
We will definitely be coming back.

6/10

Pleasant

19 Jul 2026

JOON SANG

The room was clean, considering it is in a very old building of historic value. However, the room and bathroom were not well-heated.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jul 2026

Daniela

Friendly staff and the room was very clean.

Self

6/10

Pleasant

09 Jul 2026

Joshua

There was much more interest in the group that was staying there. The couple issues that I found unacceptable was locking the front door Sunday evening at 5pm when I was told that the door wasn’t locked until 7pm and my room wasn’t cleaned and garbage wasn’t emptied on Sunday. It appeared to me that the group was most important and the staff relaxed after their Sunday exit. If you’re a solo, don’t expect much effort.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jun 2026

Giao

Clean room but freezing cold, the heater doesnt seem to work.

6/10

Pleasant

25 Jun 2026

Robert

Breakfast was great

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jun 2026

Don

Great place to stay

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2026

Kalinda

My parents had a negative opinion based on the past (over 20 years ago) and since we stayed here during winter magic festival (with two young kids), we can attest that the Metropole was completely positive and family friendly. The place has such a charm with clean, freshly painted and decorated decor, and modern renovations in the rooms while keeping a retro/vintage theme throughout that complements the history of the hotel. The dining area is beautiful and cozy, and staff were relaxed and professional. I had an exceptional cosmopolitan cocktail. And the location was great for walking to Katoomba st where the winter magic festivities happened in June.
The only negatives were some creaky floors, a pretty steep hill to walk to get to Katoomba st, however nice and close to the station as well. Another great point was a usable lift which helped in the case of having a pram.
I really enjoyed our stay and would absolutely stay again.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

16 Jun 2026

Scott

The room was clean and comfortable

Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Jun 2026

Rachel

Excellent central location with parking is a bonus. I didn’t try the buffet breakfast but it looked good.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 May 2026

David

Great little hotel. Well maintained, great location

Self

10/10

Exceptional

25 Apr 2026

Rosemary

It was by far the most charming place we've ever stayed in. AND just across the street from the train station (noise not a problem) so very convenient with luggage. Their breakfast buffet (not included but very reasonably priced) was good and plentiful. Around the corner from bus stops, with many local eateries within a couple blocks. Had a game room with pool table, library, bar, just can't say enough nice things about it.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2026

peyton

Our stay here was wonderful! It’s definitely a more historic place so don’t expect a modern building or room but it’s was charming and perfect! The staff was wonderful and very friendly. I felt very immersed in the culture and it was perfect walking distance to dinner and shops.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

20 Apr 2026

May

Great location and lots of fun family activities. Even its situated crossed from railway station it’s an oasis for a family getaway!

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

09 Apr 2026

Victoria

Clean room. Staff were nice & helpful. Shops close by.

Family

8/10

Excellent

08 Apr 2026

Jeanne

Love the historical vibe of this hotel--especially the stained glass, and community game room, library, and relaxation spaces. Room 18 is not updated like rooms in photo (which is fine), but be aware that this corner room gets quite warm from mid-morning onwards. (Was here during the fall.) The room A/C and ceiling fan couldn't quite keep up, so we opened windows and propped open the door to get some cooler airflow. Nice location for access to town and public transport.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Apr 2026

Emily

Great location and the games room and library were a fun bonus.
Our room didn't look as 'fresh' or updated as in the listing photos, but was nice enough for a one night stay, and the location made up for it.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2026

Curtis

All the above 10/10.

10/10

Exceptional

03 Mar 2026

Jane

The room was old, but clean and comfortable, everything worked including the air conditioning, but it was a bit tricky to operate.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Mar 2026

Michelle

The highlight was the lovely manager/host who was so welcoming, personal and kind. Hotel had lots to offer and bar was reasonable prices. Room was clean and bed very comfortable. I did need ear plugs for the trains which are common for katoomba

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Feb 2026

Orgil

Nice spacious bathroom, room was cosy and clean

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jan 2026

Glenn

Character building in an excellent location
Appears to have been renovated since last stay
Excellent after hours check in/out
Do not hesitate

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jan 2026

Stephania

Our family had a lovely stay. The room was lovely and clean.

8/10

Excellent

05 Jan 2026

Philip

Nice room and bathroom with Comfy bed(s). Friendly and courteous staff. Hotel ideal for rail travellers. On another note we prepaid breakfast with our booking; this was a mistake as much cheaper to buy on the day. Also plenty of choice for breakfast in ithe town. All in all good value.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

26 Dec 2025

homi

Clean room adequate space

6/10

Pleasant

26 Dec 2025

alan

TV limited, and power off didn’t work (never had that issue before!)

Leisure Self

4/10

Poor

10 Nov 2025

craig

The room was old and sad. Teapot dirty, carpet dirty, everything was dusty. The parking lot required a 4WD because it’s so steep. Bottomed out whenever exiting or entering. I have a dust allergy and couldn’t sleep either night. Avoid

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Nov 2025

Sarah

Amazing hospitality, beautiful cosy spaces everywhere. Wonderful vibe all round.

8/10

Excellent

24 Oct 2025

Rosalind

Close to public transport. Comfortable and convenient.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Sep 2025

Cuc

Wonderful guests house in Katoomba

I recently stayed at a hotel in Katoomba and had a wonderful experience. The renovated room was very clean, modern, and beautifully presented, making the stay comfortable and relaxing. The location is excellent – just a short walk from the train station and close to the bus stop, which made it very convenient to reach all the Blue Mountains attractions. The staff were very friendly and helpful, always ready to assist with any questions. Overall, it was a great stay, and I would happily recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Katoomba.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Sep 2025

Rosalind

Comfortable, quiet & convenient. Newly renovated rooms. Breakfast was good.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

09 Sep 2025

Yew Lan Irene

Quaint and convenient

If you'll use public transport frequently, Metropole is located conveniently less than 5 min away from Katoomba station and the first/last bus stop to see The Three Sisters or visit the neighbouring Leura. Inside the hotel, I'm transported back in time where the only lift moves very slowly across 3 levels and requires manual door-opening. There are cosy nooks to cuddle up with a book or take their delicious Devonshire tea. The room is spacious tho the bathroom could be a little cold. Service is lovely but you'd need to do without it after 5pm, including keying in a code to let myself in.

Self

8/10

Excellent

03 Sep 2025

Brett

it was very cozy and retro style. Quite comfortable, except the room faced the street so the lights made it hard to sleep. Needs better block out curtains so that the room is dark. The lounges upstairs are very quaint but they need a waiter serving sherry at 5 pm. Also room service would be good. The breakfast is not good, it's not freshly cooked and lacklustre. I had to go to Leura for breakfast after.
Maybe these small touches could entice more guests. The reception is closed a lot. Seems very self serve. A dining room for dinner and a bar for drinks would be nice. The choice of food in the area is dismal at the moment. Never used to be

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

30 Aug 2025

Marion

Let cell place to stay

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

14 Aug 2025

Tonia

Rooms too small, hostel looking hotel

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

14 Aug 2025

Alex

Great place to stay for a night or two whilst in area. Our room was recently modernised with a huge bathroom with bath. Very comfortable bed. Plenty of free parking in rear of premises.
Train station across road and within 100m to local eateries/pubs in main street. Staff were very helpful. Very good hot breaky except for coffee which was ordinary. Overall i would stay again at this quirky and well run guesthouse.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

01 Aug 2025

Beverly

Lovely period property. The room was very clean and the staff were excellent. The room would have benefited from blackout curtains that covered the entire window as there were bright lights outside the window. Also, light bled around the door as there were gaps under and it did not fully align with the door frame. I would stay here again as it was in a great location.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2025

Wayne

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10/10

Exceptional

11 Jun 2025

Kirra

Very nice and tidy place. Only complaints would be the thin walls and the heater isnt very warm. I wouldnt recommended coming in the middle of winter if youre not used to the cold.

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2025

Carol

Quiet

8/10

Excellent

14 May 2025

David

All very good except for the lack of sugar for tea and coffee. A biscuit or two would have been welcome.

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

14 May 2025

Verified traveler

Good location however dated and needing a refresh

Unfortunately we were in a room that has not been renovated in years. Overall ok for one night but simple things like having a net curtain only half the height (top half) on the bathroom window did make us laugh as it felt like we were half revealing to the outside. The shower was for very short people even when fully adjusted.
Positives was that it in a good location, with plenty of places to eat locally and parking available round the back. We didn't meet any staff as we arrived too late and left too early so can't comment.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2025

Gerard

Good value. Excellent staff. Clean, renovated rooms.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

04 May 2025

Verified traveler

Room was tiny and dirty with mold on the ceiling and in the bathroom. The air conditioner did not work for heating so we were given a little fan heater for warmth. The front door lock/code did not work, fortunately the back door did.The duty manager did the best he could with what he's working with and gave us free breakfast for all the problems. The building and common areas are lovely and the breakfast was good.

8/10

Excellent

30 Apr 2025

Robyn

Close to train station, walking distance for dining options

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2025

Emma

A fabulous stay, Olde-Worlde charm abounds, from the plush sofas in the beautiful sunny lounges to the library and games room. Our room was quite modern and very comfortable, a 3rd floor room that stayed toasty and warm without turning on the heater even on the crisp autumn nights. The dining room has Breakfast options at a reasonable price, and it was convenient and plentiful, good quality food. The location was handy to the main street and other facilities. We were lucky enough to get a parking spot in the carpark but the signage could be better as the interior boom-gate is a bit confusing. Felt very safe here, would come again.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

14 Apr 2025

Michael

The staffs were friendly. The hotel stay was pleasant overall, but the linens on one of the beds had mold, so that bed couldn't be used. That was the only disappointment.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

14 Apr 2025

Timothy

Quaint property with helpful staff. Rooms and facilities were fine. There is no staff onsite after 5pm and unfortunately the night we stayed there was a water leak in the eaves which caused non- stop loud dripping all night which was like having water torture. This condition could not have been new as I inspected it from outside in the morning and could see this was existing issue they failed to repair.when you fail to be able to sleep it is hard to rate this any higher.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Apr 2025

Eliz

Beautiful interiors of leaded windows in large library/games room.

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

07 Apr 2025

Samantha

Very unique setting if you like the old style hotels. Very turn of the century. Room 2 was disappointing as the door didn’t fully open so entry and exit was a struggle. Washroom fan was very loud and water temperature was very difficult to regulate. Staff was good.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

27 Mar 2025

Mark

Unfortunately all my pillows stank of stale sweat.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Mar 2025

David

Great art deco motel. A lovely place to stay and explore.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Mar 2025

Shaun

I loved my stay here. Super close to everything including transport. The lady at the check in desk was so lovely and extremely helpful. Beautifully furnished library and games room. And the room itself was so nice. Highly recommended.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

07 Mar 2025

Kelsey

Great location, across the street from the train station, so easy to get to. There’s a lift available for heavy luggage, which was nice to not need to carry our bags up the stairs.

The hotel was cute, the interior reminded us of the hotel in Gilmore Girls. There’s a library and games room available, but it was a bit hot and stuffy in there for us to use - would be really nice in the winter months, I’m sure.

We were there for 1 night and didn’t have a great sleep - we heard a lot of noise coming from the courtyard/hallways/other rooms, and the bed was quite firm, so any movement would wake each other up.

Staff was very friendly and provided a lot of recommendations for restaurants/cafes in the area.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Mar 2025

Cathy

Everything you have come to expect from an older hotel. Staff is nice. Limited desk hours. Rooms were clean. Super close to train which made transportation easy!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Mar 2025

Leah

This hotel was in a great location. Directly across the streer from the Katoomba train station. There were many dining options within a short walking distance from the hotel. Our room was large and comfortable. We would recommend staying there for easy access, comfort, and friendly atmosphere.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Mar 2025

Oxana

We had a great stay and staff were extremely helpful

10/10

Exceptional

01 Mar 2025

Kim

This was my 2nd stay at Metropole and I was fortunate enough to nab one of the newly renovated rooms. It was beautifully styled and the bed was exceptionally comfortable. The check in staff member, Yolande, was so welcoming. It's a gorgeous, unassuming hotel with great rooms and facilities. I highly recommend The Metropole to anyone traveling to the Blue Mountains. I'm looking forward to my next stay!

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

27 Feb 2025

Yuriy

Old styled hotel. Large comfy bed. Some droplets falling all night on veranda roof, bothered me...

Family

6/10

Pleasant

23 Feb 2025

Jason

Very characterful hotel, although with some significant quirks that may not please everybody

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

23 Feb 2025

Rachel

Quaint Oldy Worldly feel to Hotel.
Loved the stained glass windows.

The room was very clean and comfortable.

The down sides were that the tv remote was broken and their scrambled eggs in the morning were just a slab of egg. Not light and nice

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

19 Feb 2025

Stuart

Enjoy staying here when exploring nsw

8/10

Excellent

10 Jan 2025

Wayne

Katoomba rest

Overnight stay suited us in a good location to shops and restaurants. Bathroom had steps which could be a problem for those with mobility issues but fine for us. Old lift was a bit problematic- slow and didn’t always register. Otherwise, an old hotel with lovely features like a library.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Jan 2025

Elaine

Good central hotel

We received a warm welcome for Yolande on reception and she was friendly and helpful throughout our stay. We were upgraded into a newly renovated room which was lovely, comfy bed and plenty of space. It was lacking places to store clothes but overall a nice looking room. The main issue we had was the noise during our stay, we could hear our neighbours e.g. their alarm which woke us up and the beat from the music in the breakfast room was very audible in our room (we were right above the breakfast room). You can tell they are investing money to upgrade the hotel so I hope that better soundproofing is on the list on. Breakfast was okay, small selection of food served buffet style.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Jan 2025

Verified traveler

Very comfortable bed and nice linen and towels. The room was clean and everything worked. A very small TV and the fan was too wobbly and squeaky to use overnight. The walls are quite thin, could hear a child coughing in the room next to me. Overall, I’d still stay here again, good value.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jan 2025

Carolyn

Really lovely place, right next to the train station! 1 min walk to bus that takes you to most hiking spots. Really lovely people work there! Overall a great experience! Would stay again!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Dec 2024

Kay

It was at Christmas, the hotel looked lovely. It is so charming with the stained glass and old furniture, the library and games (I mean cards, etc, not computers) room. I didn’t book a vegan breakfast but I talked to the lovely breakfast chef and she said they could arrange vegan breakfast and also dinners. I slept well, the shower, aircon, tv all worked well. Having a fridge was great. The bed covers and sheets were very comfortable. Being close to the train and the shops is great if you are using public transport. Thanks so much Hotel Metropole.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

20 Dec 2024

Yiming

Location of the hotel is at cross street from the train station.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Dec 2024

Joy

Don’t be put off by the external appearance!

The external appearance is very dated. However inside it is charming. Lots of original features particularly in the library and games rooms upstairs. The inside courtyard area has a charm of its own. Our room was an internal room with no external air (windows opened into internal courtyard) and so we asked for a room with external windows which we could move to. Essential given the area was experiencing a heat wave!
Breakfast excellent and plentiful.

Partner

4/10

Poor

24 Nov 2024

Nikki

The place is well located and has a kind of shabby chic about it. But I have *never* had a staff member at a hotel be as rude to me as one of the staff here was. She made some hella big assumptions about me based on her opinion about my appearance I guess and was really belligerent and gross to me. Just disgraceful.

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

14 Nov 2024

GLENN

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10/10

Exceptional

11 Nov 2024

Anthony

Thankyou the Metropole and Jack.

Thankyou Jack for a wonderful stay.Yummy breakfast.I have stayed at this hotel many times and can recommend it highly.

Business

6/10

Pleasant

31 Oct 2024

Stuart

It was ok.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

25 Oct 2024

Kevin

Excellent

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

15 Oct 2024

Vivian

An amazing stay at the Metropol, KaKatoomba.

Our stay at the Metropol Hotel Katoomba was absolutely amazing. Book in was very efficient and fast...our room was newely renovated and smelt wonderful for such an old heritage building.The very best was our bed we were there for 2nights the best sleep 😴 we have ever had.Also breaky was very good.It was just a beautiful stay.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

18 Sep 2024

Stephen

All ok

6/10

Pleasant

02 Sep 2024

Rosemary

nice modern bathroom,excellent shower, attractive rooms Very nice old world decoration and feel
Staff were helpful

There was nowhere to hang clothes and no choice provided for bedding, I was too hot.! No facilities to dispose of sanitary items for women
TV in one of rooms didn't work I would have liked a bedside lamp.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

24 Aug 2024

Aaron

Good location and property is dated but has a fine aesthetic. Room was a bit short of the “royal room” experience advertised. Lumpy uncomfortable split bed and single ply public toilet paper. Never asked about our stay on check out. Shared billiard room and library were a fine feature.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Aug 2024

MARK

Great Location - Even Better Breakfast

This is a historic hotel nicely situated in Katoomba. Staff were super friendly and helpful. The hotel has good off-street car parking. The best thing about the Metropole was the cooked breakfast. The chef on Monday to Friday cooks to your order. Great food with great service. Overall, a good value for money stay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Aug 2024

Austin

Incredible service and staff, lovely property. I mentioned that it was my partners birthday and asked for a note to be written. They did that a more! A cake and a bottle of wine! Lovely place and even better service

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jul 2024

Robert

Although the hotel doesn't look that much from the street it is full of historic charm inside. Thoughtfully and nicely restored this gem in the Blue Mountains town of Katoomba, NSW was a delightful surprise. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. The single room, although tiny, was immaculate. The newly remodeled bathroom was modern with a large walk-in shower.
The buffet style breakfast available at an extra charge was well stocked and quite adequate to set you up for day's exploring.
Well situated in the heart of town and a 3 minute walk from the train station, the Metropole is an excellent choice.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

30 Jun 2024

Vanessa

The building and inside are very beautiful, loved the old world style and feel my only suggestion would be to update the bed, you could feel the springs and it was very hard. The breakfast was amazing and the staff were lovely

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

19 Jun 2024

Peter

Found Jack at reception very pleasant and helpful and his Mum does a wonderful job at breakfast.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

09 Jun 2024

Balfour

The staff were pretty great; the breakfast was worth the charge: tasty, quick, and great service. Biggest complaint was the room: the hot water tap didn't work in the sink and when told the front desk shrugged it off blaming someone for sealing it but not willing to give us a change of room.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

11 Apr 2024

Bertwald

The place was clean and tidy. I booked 2 rooms about 3 months back and we were allocated on the ground and second floor, I asked if we could have adjacent rooms and was told that all the other rooms were booked inspite of the vacancy sign being displayed. The games room was leaking due to the rain.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

01 Apr 2024

TINA

I liked the library, numerous cosy parlours, location & the lift (we stayed on the 3rd floor & it was a relief not having to carry the luggage).
I did not like the room although my brother was allocated a far nice room. I detested the car park. It was a battle to get in & out & if you don't get a park prepare to park on Lurline St & walk a long distance. Would I stay here again...probably not....but happy to have stayed because our parents honeymooned at this location in the 50's

8/10

Excellent

01 Apr 2024

Alex

Quirky older building in great location - very close to centre of town and train station. A bit noisy and dated due to older building but otherwise very comfortable.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

30 Mar 2024

Daniel

Old world charm in a convenient location meets modern accommodation and friendly service.
Great value for a room with ensuite near the town centre with a full cooked breakfast available downstairs.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

03 Mar 2024

Verified traveler

Beautiful and full of nostalgia

Gorgeous place with wonderful authentic period decor and furnishings. Really nice people. Was a treat to stay here.

Self

8/10

Excellent

02 Mar 2024

Guy

Old world charm, very conveniently located for the railway station.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

05 Feb 2024

Bart

We enjoyed our stay, with great service and a fantastic breakfast tied in to the price. Thanks again.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Feb 2024

Anastasiya

Flawless check in. Thank you

Business_and_leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

28 Jan 2024

Mandy

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Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jan 2024

Delwynne

Great value for money

Second visit to Metropole. The staff are lovely and the hotel is great value for money. I highly recommend the breakfast - best hotel breakfast I've ever had. The common areas are beautifully decorated. The rooms are a little basic but very clean & comfortable.

Friends_and_family Friends

2/10

Poor

03 Jan 2024

Verified traveler

Avoid and save your money

The Metropole Guest House

Pros -
Near Katoomba train station.

Cons -
Unprofessional reception,
Old and run down building,
Elevator out of service,
Spider webs in every corner of the room, When checked-in the room i noticed the Towel were dirty and used,
Shampoo dispenser were empty,
Kept waking up from sound of train station no noise isolation,
Light enters the room from below the door and curtains
Couldn't have a good night sleep.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

28 Dec 2023

Mayra

Really vintage place, perfect for pictures and good location. Staff really friendly and welcoming.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

21 Dec 2023

Nigel

Just outside the railway station, a period property, well maintained with friendly staff.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

10 Dec 2023

Verified traveler

Centrally located hotel

Conveniently located near Train statio and shops and eateries. Had a refurbished room which was very nice but did not have anywhere to hang clothes either in room or bathroom. Also there was no chair in the room. The bed was very comfortable

Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Nov 2023

Martin

A quaint and relaxing experience.
The staff are delightful.

10/10

Exceptional

19 Nov 2023

DON

Quirky and clean, thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Leisure Partner