Palais Royale Hotel Katoomba, Katoomba ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

230 Katoomba Street, Katoomba, Australia

Palais Royale, located in Katoomba, Australia, is a boutique hotel with a rich history dating back to 1896. Originally a ladies' school, it has undergone a significant restoration to preserve its historical charm while offering modern amenities. The hotel is ideally situated just minutes from major attractions such as the iconic Three Sisters and Scenic World.

Location

Conveniently located in Katoomba, the hotel provides easy access to popular tourist attractions, including Echo Point and Scenic World. The Blue Mountains Explorer Bus allows guests to hop on and off at various locations in the area, enhancing the exploration experience. The scenic beauty of the region makes it a perfect base for both adventure and relaxation.

Rooms

Each of the 40 guest rooms is designed for comfort and relaxation, featuring air conditioning, an 80cm LED TV, bar fridge, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Options range from Deluxe King Rooms, suitable for couples, to a Deluxe Family Room accommodating up to five guests. The Royale Spa Suite stands out, offering a separate lounge area and a two-person spa bath.

Eat & Drink

Guests can enjoy a delightful breakfast daily at Gazelles Restaurant, which serves both continental and hot cooked items in a setting that reflects the hotel's heritage. This dining area features specially designed chairs that replicate the original decor, maintaining the hotel’s historical ambiance. The Bar Royale offers a selection of beverages, perfect for relaxation after a day of exploring.

Leisure & Business

Palais Royale includes leisure amenities such as a heated spa, sauna, and communal lounges for relaxation. The Grand Ballroom, influenced by 18th-century French design, serves as an exceptional conference venue, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities for various events. Guests can also participate in workshops aimed at relationship enhancement within a romantic setting.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Executive King Room

Max:

2 persons

40 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

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Deluxe Twin Room

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4 persons

45 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Shower

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Deluxe Queen Room

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Getting around

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City Center

Katoomba1400 ft

Airports

Bathurst (BHS) 57.7 mi

Kingsford Smith (SYD) 64.8 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Beautifully Restored!

“Our room was elegantly furnished and featured exquisite period details, making our stay truly nice.” view full review

Hassle-Free Parking

“The ample parking space available made it incredibly easy for us to park and access our accommodations without any stress.” view full review

Comfortable Lounge Vibes

“The bar and lounge area provided a cozy atmosphere, perfect for relaxing by the fire with a drink after dinner.” view full review

Charming Ensuites!

“The ensuite bathroom was beautifully updated in period style, enhancing the overall charm of our stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
No pets allowed
Security
Baggage storage

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Board games

Spa & Leisure

Sauna
Jacuzzi

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities
Rollaway beds

Bathroom

Bathtub

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
Direct dial telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

230 Katoomba Street, Katoomba, Australia

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230 Katoomba Street, Katoomba, Australia

City landmarks

Echo Point road Echo Point

Three Sisters

4500 ft

Train stations

Scenic World

1.2 mi

Public Building

Blue Mountains

1.0 mi

Events

Blue Mountains Cultural Centre

2200 ft

Gallery

Waradah

4900 ft

Civic Place 150 metres north of the Gearin Hotel

Peace Memorial

3000 ft

Waterfall

Leura Cascades

4500 ft

116 Bathurst Road

Katoomba Antique Centre

2300 ft

Prince Henry Cliff Walk

Lady Darley Lookout

4400 ft

Prince Henry Cliff Walk

Echo Point Lookout

1.1 mi

Lurline Street

Kingsford Smith Memorial Park

3500 ft

LOT 2 Cliff Drive Three Sisters Walking Track

Queen Elizabeth Lookout

1.0 mi

Museums

Leuralla Toy and Railway Museum

1.7 mi

Blue Mountains Tourist Park

Katoomba Falls

1.2 mi

170-180 Bathurst Rd

Todarello's Katoomba Village Fruit Market

3100 ft

102B Cliff Dr,

Katoomba Falls Lookout

3900 ft

23-31 Echo Point Rd

3 Sisters Echo Point

1.1 mi

102B Cliff Dr

Katoomba Falls Reserve

3400 ft

Blue Mountains National Park

Elysian Rock Lookout

1.2 mi

Blue Mountains National Park NSW 2780

Gordon Falls Lookout

1.3 mi

200 meters walk from the Visitor's Information Centre

Spooners Lookout

2500 ft

Kedumba River

2800 ft

122A Cliff Dr

Eagle Hawk Lookout

1.4 mi

Nearby

Parks

Street Art Walk

900 ft

Gallery

Gallery One88

900 ft

166 Katoomba St

Australian School of Mountaineering

900 ft

Gallery

Lost Bear Gallery

1800 ft

81-83 Katoomba St Shop 2

Odd Mountain

1700 ft

Libraries

Katoomba Library

1900 ft

182-184 Katoomba St

Rex-Livingston Art + Objects

900 ft

Restaurants

Katoomba Canton Palace

600 ft

246 Katoomba St

Anki's Indian Restaurant

700 ft

54A Waratah St

Chork Dee

700 ft

204 Katoomba Street

The Hatter's Cafe

700 ft

U 1 197 Katoomba St

Hotel Blue

1700 ft

88 Lurline St Hotel Blue

Unique Patisserie

1000 ft

169 Katoomba Street

Clean Slate Cafe

900 ft

181 Katoomba St Shop 5

Gasiinsamut Thai Fusion Restaurant

900 ft

172 Katoomba St

Katoomba Street Cafe

900 ft

175 Katoomba St

Frankly My Dear Coffee

900 ft

195A Katoomba St

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

70%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.0/10

Very good

Rooms

7.7

Location

8.0

Service

9.0

Dining

6.7

Doug

United Kingdom, February 2024

8.2/10

The hotel is conveniently located close to cafes and shops, but noise from the adjacent A/C plant may be bothersome. Some room details need attention, such as a missing light fitting and a wardrobe door that doesn't open smoothly. On the bright side, the rooms are spacious and airy with good air conditioning, perfect for those unaccustomed to hot weather.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are large and airy with good air conditioning, great for those not used to the heat.

Service

9.0

The staff were friendly, efficient, and very helpful, always ready to fulfill our wishes.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in a great location, a short walk to shops, restaurants, and interesting streets.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good overall, with reasonably priced continental or cooked meals, though some items like hollandaise sauce were not made from scratch.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provides good facilities for a comfortable stay.

James

United Kingdom, January 2024

7.8/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The room was very clean and comfortable but not as expected from the photos and description, with a smaller bed and bathroom than anticipated. The service was fantastic, especially with accommodating our arrival change and allowing a late check-out when my partner fell ill. The location was convenient, close to the town center, but a bit noisy late at night. The dining experience had its ups and downs, with delicious options but some unacceptable waiting times. Overall, a decent stay with some room for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The room was very clean, spacious, and comfortable.

Service

9.0

The staff were extremely accommodating and friendly, going out of their way to meet our needs.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location was central in Katoomba, making it easy to access different areas, but the noise level late at night was a drawback.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience had its highs and lows, with delicious options but also some unacceptable waiting times.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had luxurious rooms and was beautifully renovated.

Leigh

United Kingdom, April 2023

7.4/10

I had a pleasant stay overall. The room was just right for my partner and I, though a bit noisy due to a loose window. Some maintenance issues needed fixing, but the location near several cafes compensated for that.

Rooms

7.0

The room was the perfect size for my partner and I, but it was very noisy due to a loose window. Some repairs for the tap and lighting fixture were required. However, the location near several cafes up the street made up for it.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional. The staff were so nice and helpful, working hard to fix things while keeping their professionalism and humor intact.

Location

8.0

The location was excellent, close to Town, restaurants, and scenic sights. It was within walking distance to great cafes and restaurants.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was satisfactory overall, but the selection was a bit limited and the quality was not always at the expected level for a hotel of this standard.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent overall.