YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba is a central adventure base with practical amenities. Relax in the garden or enjoy the arcade. The property offers high-speed WiFi, laundry facilities, and consistently positive staff reviews.
Located in Katoomba, YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba is near a train station and near theme parks. Katoomba Scenic World and Leura Golf Club are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Katoomba Falls and Leura Cascades. Echo Point Lookout and Leura Mall are two other places to visit that come recommended. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with cave exploring, ecotours and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Katoomba travel guide
Located close to Leura Cascades and Katoomba Falls, YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba provides a terrace, a garden and an arcade/games room. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps.
Other perks include:
Free self-parking
Continental breakfast (surcharge), 2 meeting rooms and outdoor furniture
A billiards/pool table, gas grills and smoke-free property
Room features
All 57 rooms feature comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: AUD 12 for adults and AUD 12 for children
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Bicycle storage
Billiards/pool table
Library
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Baby toys
Children's games
Children's toys
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Shared microwave
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
2 meeting rooms
4,305 square feet of conference space
Computer station
Coworking space
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
In a national park
In the mountains
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways (79 centimetre high)
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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3 floors
Communal living room
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Fireplace in lobby
Local artist showcase
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
Smoke-free property
Water dispenser usage encouraged
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
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Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Desk
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Heating
Recycling
Safe
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately AUD 12 for adults and from AUD 12 for children
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
Blue Mountains YHA Hostel Katoomba
Blue Mountains YHA Hostel
Blue Mountains YHA Katoomba
Blue Mountains YHA
Blue Mountains YHA Hostel
YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba Katoomba
YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Is YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba?
As of 28 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba on 24 May 2026 start from £49, 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.
How much is parking at YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba?
Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba located?
Situated in a national park, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Leura Cascades, Katoomba Scenic World and Echo Point Lookout. Katoomba Falls and Leura Mall are also within 2 mi (3 km). Katoomba Station is 11 minutes by foot.
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Reviews
YHA Blue Mountains Katoomba Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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8.8
Cleanliness
9.4
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 278 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 278 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 278 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 278 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 278 reviews
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Reviews
Verified
8/10 Good
susan
16 Apr 2026
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
I had the continental breakfast which served yourself and plenty to chose from.
The main kitchen was good.
susan
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
andrew
27 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spacious room, quiet hostel well eqipped kitchen facilities and helpful friendly staff.
andrew
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
Barbora
21 Mar 2026
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Good breakfast, internet was good but could be faster, room was okay, and bathroom was old with a leaky shower, although relatively clean.
Barbora
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Mary-Lou
29 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spacious and very clean. The staff very friendly as nd the breakfast great.
A well located spot with wonderfully welcoming staff. Our family of 4 including two primary aged kids enjoyed playing ping pong and pool. Super convenient to yummy places to eat like The Yellow Deli across the road and Aldi, Woolworths and Big W just around the corner. A great shared kitchen, common room and dining space. Had a great community feel with fellow travellers being very considerate to each other.
A fantastic location and price point. Walking distance to everything you need and public transport on your doorstep. Easy parking options if you have a car. Staff are really friendly and social, made it feel like home while still being professional. Lots of space to relax after bit days filled with hiking and exploring!
This is a very good hostel in a convenient location. The staff were really welcoming and helpful. The hostel had everything I needed. The buffet breakfast was also good value.
We stayed in a private room with shared bathroom and it was great for a cheap price! Nothing flashy, but had everything we need. The social areas of this hostel are really good, and the kitchen is well stocked. Would highly recommend for anyone wanting to stay close to Scenic World or 3 sisters (30 mins walk)
I like the YHA as an older person. I have traveled on my own my last 2 visits and I enjoy the communal space you don't feel isolated. Hotels are to impersonal.
Patricia
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Mario
10 Jun 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Very friendly people and very welcoming,beautiful,but cleaning in open areas and services toilets,sticking floors and need more attention and more maintenance required,sorry but is main opinion
It's located nearby several hiking paths, waterfalls and rain forests. The rooms are cozy and the breakfast is simple yet delicious. The service is also really good. Flavia was a great help and her colleagues were really kind as well. We particularly loved the hall where we could read and eat. Really really great. Thank you.