We used to stay here a lot. It used to be ok, a great base for exploring Leura and surrounds. Every…read moretime we go back it seems to get worse. The rooms are so dated and tired. We just stayed in 233 after requesting to move from 230 because I'm pretty sure the air con in that room was the same one Noah used on The Ark. The water pressure in the shower is abismal. The room just felt dirty, the bathroom needed an urgent update and our upgrade to a "spa room" really only afforded us a bathtub with some jets that boasted that nice orange mould which just screams "let me blast you with my bubbles" right? The breakfast is really average so having it included in the room price is really no benefit. There are so many lovely cafes in Leura, Blackheath and Katoomba that you're much better off saving your $15 and spending it elsewhere. If you're going to spend as little time as possible in the room then it will suffice. If you want a romantic getaway or are keen to relax in your room with a glass of wine after a long day then there are plenty of other much better options in the area.

The staff couldn't be nicer and while the room wasn't anything special it was a great place to…read moresleep at the end of the day. Bed was comfy. Bathroom was very basic but the shower had good water pressure. Upon request they gave us a pet friendly room with its own courtyard for the dog. On top of that they had some dog treats in the room waiting. Nice touch. The restaurant had all the atmosphere of a gymnasium lavatory but the food was great. The wine list was limited to surrounding areas. If you want the room to be a feature as part of your holiday then stay somewhere else but if it's just a place to sleep then it's better than some other places I have stayed.

The area is pretty. The hotel just feels strange...examples, the shop for gifts and snacks was…read morenever open. Only option for breakfast was a buffet. I wanted a bottle of water and a coffee but that didn't seem possible. I asked for ketchup for my chips and was told it was around the corner. I didn't see any so had to ask at the bar and it was in the fridge behind the bar. Overall, staff were friendly.

Me and my dad have gone 2 times as a walk in to the buffet and the second time they were all like…read morehi guests welcome and we told them we weren't going as guests and thay were saying we don't usually let walk in's in and implied they could and might stop us from going in so dad said he could because the website said so so they let us in but the food was very good try the danish pastries goodbye

Delicious meals, cooked when you like in the dining room of this guesthouse, in a lovely setting…read more I had the Atlantic salmon with salad and chips and was very pleased with the portion size (large) and quality of the food. Cooked perfectly. The price is quite reasonable too. Definitely recommend staying here when you visit as well, great facilities and very helpful and friendly owner and staff. Plenty of wine on offer also.

This food in their restaurant was awesome. There were 7 of us for dinner and everything we ordered…read morewas great. The chicken schnitzel was light and crunchy served on pasta with homemade pesto. The steak was cooked to perfection. The fish and chips were fresh and delish. Each of the desserts we ordered was great. Each item was made to order, fresh and amazing.

4 stars, comfy bed, random TV and 2 closet, YAAAAY! And No charger tho My brother eat my…read morefood!!!

What a fantastic place to stay when in Leura! We stayed in the Windsor suite with our 5.5 month…read moreold daughter. The space was large with smallish back deck. We had a kitchenette, and a separate living room where we were able to set up our daughter's travel crib. We were received with absolute kindness. Despite the weather being cold, there was plenty of warmth at Megalong.

These caves are absolutely beautiful, and the hike through them is pretty easy (just a little tight…read moreat times), while offering an adventure-filled day just a short drive from Sydney. Our bus wound it's way around the mountains to the caves, with many stunning vistas along the way. We met up at the large mouth to the cave opening. We saw several colorful birds around the outside of the cave and some wallabies too! Our guide gave us some information about the history of the caves and then our hike into the caves began. If you're not an experienced hiker, no need to worry. The tour through the cave is along a boardwalk with a hand rail for most of the areas where that there is a steep incline or rocky terrain. We entered in and wound our way through several passages and stops within the Lucas Cave - including the underground river, the cathedral chamber/cove where choirs come to sing, and a stop where we all turned off our phones or flashlights and got to experience pure darkness that drove many cave explorers mad back in the day! Our guide also showed us many rock formations that cave hikers used to find their way within the cave's many routes. In the choir cove, the guide turned out all the guide lights and showed us that they have a light show installed within the cave as well, which was very neat to see. We hiked our way out and around the beautiful Blue Lake, before heading back to Sydney. A quick day-long trip to see mountains, caves, and a little bit of wildlife!

#68 for 2021 The…read moreAboriginals were the first visitors to the Jenolan Caves using the healing pools found deep inside long before the Europeans discovered it in the 1840s. Dated to be about 340 million years old the Jenolan Caves are the most ancient open caves in the world spanning more than 25 miles multileveled with over 300 entrance points following the subterranean section of the Jenolan River. I am so interested in caves because they are like a secret world full of mystery, wonder and excitement. With 16 caves to explore, Jenolan offers all kinds of adventures for every different level of cave exploring for all ages young and old. The most popular cave is the Lucas cave. Since we were here for a few hours and could only choose 1 that was the unanimous vote by our group. The tour takes about 1.5 hours. Our tour group was large and the guide did a good job keeping everyone together to prevent straggling and further damage. The high lights for me is the underwater river, stalactites and stalagmites with their interesting names (I can't remember any of them now) and the brilliant colors. I was able to take some fantastic pictures and enjoyed it all. Parts of the hike can be difficult for those not in the best of health. However, I can say many of us were kind to wait for those back in the pack giving kind words of encouragement. Our guide was very informative providing interesting tid bits of information and answering all questions asked. She explained the geology of the formation and what the cave means to different groups of people. She also said the acoustics are so good, better than any where else in the world man made or natural. Some people have had events in the main chamber for celebration including weddings. For the heavy peek season it may be better to make reservations. We were able to get up there and pick a time slot when to go. You choose the cave, if it is open, and the time. Meet your guide at a particular location close to the entrance of the cave and begin your tour. This particular tour was about $35.00 Aussie. You may have to wait for a little while before your tour begins. This was a good time for us to get a bite to eat because the drive up is over an hour. Driving through many country roads was quite enjoyable actually. So green and cool with lots to see, stop and do. But I digress. If you didn't bring any food you have a few choices. Chisolm's Restaurant was closed for us. This was designed in 1871 for the wealthy land owners. If you want to dine like you in the bling here's your chance to bling out. If you just want a drink you can hang at Jeremiah's Bar & Lounge. This was closed to us too. Maybe it was too early in the day. Jeremiah is Jeremiah Wilson the first official Jenolan Cave guide considered a good looking, red haired Irish not just a cave explorer but a notorious ladies' man. I wonder if being a cave man has an impact on that kind of life style? What was open? Caves Cafe is where we were able to get small plates at a moderate prices. As a suggestion you might be better off bringing your own brown paper bag lunch. Save you money for some better eats in the towns close by. I was amazed to see the number of creatures about. A beggar red parrot. Sorry I had no food. A large swimming lizard trying to decide how threatening I would be. And a wombat crossing the road without any care in the world who everyone was or why they were taking pictures. I think he just wanted to get to the other side. He did allow me to take many pictures. So photogenic too. There are a few short hiking trails you could explore. Some have aggressive ascents. Check with park staff for weather conditions and health risks before beginning any hike. Part of our group tried to do this but turn back after winds got fierce. You could do what I did. Go up high enough to get a few down perspective shots of the surrounding are. Very picturesque actually. Visiting the Jenolan Caves in the Blue Mountains is an absolute treasure. I would love to go back to explore other caves. Maybe in the pitch dark. Nah. Maybe not.

Great stay. Sue goes to many lengths to make you feel welcome and cooks a mean breakfast. Hope to…read morevisit again.

Had a great time at the Bush Hut and were well looked after by hosts. Cozy space to relax and close…read moreby to walks and waterfalls.

The Bush Hut was the perfect getaway for my wife and I. We felt completely immersed in nature, yet…read morestill close to cafes and shops. We'll definitely be returning to this hidden gem in the Blue Mountains.