The Carrington Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star historic hotel near Katoomba Scenic World

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Terrace/patio
Front of property - evening/night
Premier Room, Balcony
Terrace/patio
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping

Explore the area

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15-47 Katoomba St, Katoomba, NSW, 2780
  • Blue Mountains Cultural Centre
    3 min walk
  • Prince Henry Cliff Walk Trailhead
    2 min drive
  • Leura Cascades
    2 min drive

Room options

Premier View Room

  • 27 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Premier Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Premier Room, Balcony

  • 28 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Sydney

Heart of Sydney.With a stay at this Katoomba hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Blue Mountains Cultural Centre and 2 miles (3 km) of Prince Henry Cliff Walk Trailhead. Leura Cascades and Leura Mall are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Leura Cascades - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Leura Mall - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Three Sisters - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Echo Point Lookout - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Katoomba Scenic World - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Katoomba Station - 2 min walk
  • Bathurst, NSW (BHS) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old City Bank Brasserie - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sushi n Co. - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Elephant Bean Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sanwiye - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mountain Culture Beer Co - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Carrington Hotel

3.5-star historic hotel near Katoomba Scenic World
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the historic The Carrington Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This Victorian Sydney hotel is smoke free.

  • 65 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1880
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Carrington Hotel offers 65 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. 30-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM–10 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 1 bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 30-inch LCD TV
  • Digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, American Express, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, and Apple Pay. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Carrington Hotel
Carrington Hotel Katoomba
Carrington Katoomba
The Carrington Hotel Katoomba, Blue Mountains
The Carrington Hotel Hotel
The Carrington Hotel Katoomba
The Carrington Hotel Hotel Katoomba

The Carrington Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 565 out of 1020 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 342 out of 1020 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1020 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1020 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1020 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just loved stepping back in time at this heritage property. We stayed 4 nights in a premier room, bed was very comfy, the room well appointed and clean. Appreciated the breakfast inclusion. It was mid-winter chilly, but the hotel was very toasty. Secure parking was easy and the staff mostly helpful. Enjoyed our stay and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dyanna

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely place to stay, thinking about all the history.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arvid

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Not to many Restaurants 😩
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry & nga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Xavier

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On the day there was not many Dinning options for a hungry traveller 😕
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a meal in the restaurant with my wife,it was a two course meal for $75 each and we were very disappointed We both had very small portions with no vegetables only a small leaf of something and we both felt like more food. Don't mind the cost,but should have at least felt full. My advice , don't eat there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this herritage hotel, there is so many rooms to sit & unwind with a drink after a busy day.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A mountain classic
Amazing hotel. A step back in time. So lovely to see it restored. Rooms were lovely. True mountain experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Room comfort
Charming, but badly in need of updates.
The good. This is a charming old hotel with creaky floors. There are many pleasant original features. The included buffet style breakfast was quite good. The bad. The hotel badly needs to be updated to meet modern standards. The mattresses on the beds in the room (a queen and single) were so soft, they were uncomfortable and I ended up with back pain. Then single bed sloped to one side. I've stayed in many properties in Australia and the USA in the last 12 months, and these were the least comfortable beds of all. I guess they would be ok for someone who liked a really soft bed. I had to run the hot water for over 4 minutes to get any warm water in the afternoon or evening. It was a little quicker in the morning (maybe they turned the boiler on), but the temperature varied during a shower. consequently a poor eco rating, because of such a waste of water. There were no usable power points near either bed, as they were taken up with lamps, with a lead running under the queen bed to the single bed lamp. There were no tissues in the room so we got some at the front desk. I paid for a room with mountain views. The east facing room had some views of the hills over a large flat roof, but no view of the famous Blue Mountains. The dated small flat screen television worked, but the remote control would not operate further than a metre away (possibly in need of new batteries). A few small updates, power points, comfortable beds, improved hot water would make such a difference
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Beautiful heritage motel in centre of town, extremely cosy for a relaxing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Carolyn

Disliked: Staff & service
Grand hotel close to everything in Katoomba.
A beautiful hotel with all the character features. Particular details have been prioritized to the public/common areas. We stayed 3 nights midweek in a standard room with ensuite. Large and comfortable room. Squeaky floors, a thin adjoining room door, rattling windows in the wind and (our room being) close to the train line, meant for a disrupted sleep. We managed of course, but maybe somethings to take into consideration. Our stay included (continental) breakfast, though probably best to get to breakfast before 8:30am (ends at 10am) as the staff do not replenish the food on offer and maybe understaffed, to clear tables. We enjoyed dinner (2 courses) which was delicious and plentiful, with accompanying pianist was divine. Staff attentive, and most seemed to be in training. Devonshire tea was lovely, and popular. The scones were perfect! Waiting 25 minutes for the pot of tea (including a follow up) was unexpected. We noticed we weren't the only ones waiting on the tea (and following it up). Bar staff were short staffed, in our opinion, as drinks were ordered and slow to be served, even while standing at the bar. We did order coffees and other hot (nonalcoholic) drinks but they were not hot by the time they arrived. Maybe the barista was not available or again they were short staffed. Onsite liquor shop was a great find! Overall, we've wanted to stay in this beautiful hotel for many years, and finally when we were able to, we were glad we did. It will be a once off.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Jacqueline

Travelled with partner
We stayed at this property as it had been one on our list of properties. Was somewhat dissatisfied with the room. Did not look clean, bathroom door squeaked every time it was opened. The AC was noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niko

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, located across the street from the train station. The sightseeing bus stop was right in front of the hotel. The unique historical features of the property were well-preserved and maintained. The room could benefit from a refresh, but it was still clean and in good working order. Great views from the room. Staff were friendly and helpful. Great place to stay overall.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great old hotel with lots of character and history
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always stay at the Carrington when in Katoomba, excellent staff, great facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graziane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good and historic place
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic hotel. Staff were very helpful and professional. Bus service to major attractions right out the front. On the Main Street with lots of eating options.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you are after charm and nostalgia this has it in bucket loads. Dinner in the grand dining room was definitely a highlight.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Frances

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s an amazing old hotel to visit and stay at. The art deco and nouveau styles are enchanting! Lots of rooms to explore and historic pictures and paintings to view. It’s like stepping back in time. Having a tea and scones by the fire was great on a cold afternoon.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We went to the mountains for Mothers Day weekend. What a delight it was to stay at the historic Carrington Hotel! The fire places, the Tudor ceilings and pianist playing throughout the dinner service, it was truly beautiful. Thank you for setting the tone for a relaxing and connected time together
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is beautiful. We've stayed before. We will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024