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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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2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Garden
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Exterior
Front of property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

Explore the area

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197 Lurline Street, Katoomba, NSW, 2780
  • Place, Three Sisters
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Echo Point Lookout
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Katoomba Scenic World
    ‪12 min walk‬

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
Premium bedding
2 bedrooms
  • 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
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 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
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 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
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 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
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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 - 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

Motel with free parking, 6-minute 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.

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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

  • 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 1 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The 3 Explorers Motel on 11 Nov 2025 start from NZ$143.16, 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.