Hostels in Katoomba

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Some of the best backpacker spots in Katoomba

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Superb: 9+ Very good: 8+ Good: 7+ Pleasant: 6+

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No14 Lovel St

Katoomba

Offering free WiFi, No14 Lovel St is just 550 metres from Katoomba Railway Station. It features a cosy guest lounge, a lovely garden and a sunny terrace.

No14 Lovel St offers shared and private rooms with wooden floors, bed linen and access to shared bathroom facilities.

Katharine

United Kingdom

A wonderful little guest house full of character with a great kitchen, dining room/lounge and library.for socializing, reading or relaxing. Very comfortable beds and quiet for sleeping. Free breakfast and coffee/tea anytime and lots of information on walks in this spectacularly beautiful area.

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9.2

Superb

615 reviews

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YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba

Katoomba

Situated within an Art Deco heritage-listed building, YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba offers a range of rooms, a BBQ area, a games room and an impressive former ballroom with a cosy fireplace. The property is just 700 metres from Katoomba Train Station. All rooms include free onsite parking.

Janet

New Zealand

Beautiful heritage art deco building. Very comfortable and warm. Lovely kitchen / dining area. Lovely garden with bbq facilities. Well located on the Main Street walking distance from the train station.

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8.4

Very good

1,952 reviews

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Flying Fox Backpackers

Katoomba

Bike hire is available at this hostel and the area is popular for cycling. Three Sisters Cable Car is 2.3 km from Flying Fox Backpackers, while The Three Sisters is 3 km away. The nearest airport is Kingsford Smith Airport, 84 km from the property.

David

United States

Ross the owner has made this such a friendly happy welcoming environment. He went over and beyond in giving specific recommendations for food, hikes, and leisure as well as providing me an extra rain jacket layer for a particularly rainy day. There is breakfast and sometimes even dinner provided. Extended our stay because it was so great. Ross is a really special person, make sure to speak with him and be part of the community. Encourages guests to be off phones from 7-9pm, I appreciated that. Highly recommended this place and the hikes are wonderful!

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8.9

Fabulous

339 reviews

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Katoomba Mountain Lodge

Katoomba

Katoomba Mountain Lodge is situated in the heart of the Blue Mountains National Park. The heritage lodge is just 3 minutes’ walk from Katoomba Train Station. Free WiFi and free parking are included.

Waterfalls, walking trails and viewing points are within walking distance of Katoomba Lodge. The lodge is just 20 minutes' walk from the famous Three Sisters and Echo Point. Katoomba Street is less than 2 minutes' walk where guests will find a range of shops, cafes and supermarkets.

Genevieve

Australia

Pretty good for a private room at a backpackers. We were up high with cute window seat and view. My partner thought it smelled weird with strange vibes, but I was pretty happy, room was cute, toilet and showers were separate but private and lockable.it definitely a quirky place but was still quite and reasonably clean.

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6.7

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba
Hostel in Katoomba
Popular with guests booking hostels in Katoomba
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
· 1952 hostel reviews
No14 Lovel St
Hostel in Katoomba
Popular with guests booking hostels in Katoomba
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
· 615 hostel reviews
Flying Fox Backpackers
Hostel in Katoomba
Popular with guests booking hostels in Katoomba
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
· 339 hostel reviews
Katoomba Mountain Lodge
Hostel in Katoomba
Popular with guests booking hostels in Katoomba
6.7
Scored 6.7
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
· 180 hostel reviews

Hostels that guests love in Katoomba

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Blue Mountains Highway Motel
Hostel in Katoomba
Avg. price/night: £61.74
5.8
Scored 5.8
Above average
Rated okay
· 911 reviews
Clean, easy parking, warm room, pretty well sound proofed, easy checkin with the ATM type machine and checkout with only needing to play key into machines slot - fantastic for Covid safety. Rooms everything you needed for a weekend away.
Belinda
Family with young children
YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba
Hostel in Katoomba
Avg. price/night: £64.11
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
· 1,952 reviews
Room was clean & comfortable with heating that we could control that was quick & effective. Good size bathroom with towels provided. Safe & secure with security doors around the property. Surprisingly quiet after 10pm for a hostel. Large comfortable communal areas & kitchen with plenty of fridge storage.
SallyAnn
Family with young children
No14 Lovel St
Hostel in Katoomba
Avg. price/night: £50.45
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
· 615 reviews
The best hostel I've ever been so far! Very homey and cozy. I could have seen that the owner really cares about the environment from many little things. Handmade cakes and cookies, free tea and coffe. What else can I say? Just magic!
Nicole
Solo traveller
YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba
Hostel in Katoomba
Avg. price/night: £64.11
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
· 1,952 reviews
YHA Blue Mountains is without a doubt one of the best hostels.It's one of my fav hostels.The staff are very friendly,helpful,caring,and,understanding.They go out of their way to give you the best rooms,and,best stay possible.Always love staying at YHA Blue Mountains.
John
Solo traveller
YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba
Hostel in Katoomba
Avg. price/night: £64.11
8.4
Scored 8.4
Very good
Rated very good
· 1,952 reviews
Great location, beautiful hostel with nice sunset view from the terrace. Spatious rooms and common areas.
Mary
Solo traveller
Flying Fox Backpackers
Hostel in Katoomba
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
· 339 reviews
Best hostel experience I've had so far! The staff are so kind and the place has a very warm and homely feel to it. Great lounge and backyard and people actually socializing. Kitchen has everything including oil, milk and a lot of seasoning! Breakfast is pretty basic but the bread was good. The town is really charming as well. Highly recommended! Would stay again.
Sharaabi
Solo traveller
Flying Fox Backpackers
Hostel in Katoomba
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
· 339 reviews
What a wonderful place to stay. Without question the best hostel experience I have ever had. Ross is such a great host, and the other travellers there were so welcoming. The room was comfortable and clean and was a great place to stay before a big run from Katoomba to Jenolan Caves. I definitely feel like this is a home away from home and if I’m lucky enough to get into the 6 Foot Track next year I will be back.
Phil
Solo traveller
No14 Lovel St
Hostel in Katoomba
Avg. price/night: £50.45
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
· 615 reviews
Great location, great facilities and amenities. Very quiet. Charming hostel with a soul, would come back here if I have a second occasion to visit the blue mountains.
Fiona
Young couple
Flying Fox Backpackers
Hostel in Katoomba
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
· 339 reviews
Best hostel I've stayed at. So easy to meet people, great location, free breakfast, loved the family meals Ross made for us and loved the laid back vibes. Definitely stay here if you enjoy everything outdoors.
Kimberley
Solo traveller
No14 Lovel St
Hostel in Katoomba
Avg. price/night: £50.45
9.2
Scored 9.2
Superb
Rated superb
· 615 reviews
One of the best hostels I've been to in Australia! The house is cute, comfortable and in a great location close to the shops but also to many sights in the Blue Mountains. All the facilities are clean and the kitchen is well equipped with enough space to store your food. Would definitely recommend staying here!
Jeannette
Solo traveller