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Hotel Gearin Backpackers hostel - Blue Mountains, Australia
Stay in true Aussie "pub style" accommodation, right in the centre of the Blue Mountains
Established in 1881, with additions being made in 1919 and 1927, Hotel Gearin in Katoomba, is a beautiful example of the Deco period. Owned by famous Aussie actor Jack Thompson, Hotel Gearin offers a warm and comfortable place to rest in Katoomba in the heart of the Blue Mountains World Heritage Area, where visitors can stay in comfortable and affordable accommodation in true Aussie pub style.
The Blue Mountains offers many beautiful bushwalks that cater to the experienced walkers as well as easier walks suited those just wishing to see a few sites. For the more adventurous there is also abseiling, rock climbing and mountain-biking, all of which can be booked literally 1 minute walk from Hotel Gearin. Base yourself at Hotel Gearin and let the mountains guide you.
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Hotel Gearin Backpackers & Budget Accommodation has all the facilities travelers need
- Onsite Aussie Bar
- Bistro
- Guest Dning Room
- Friendly Reception
- Restaurant
- Guest Lounge
- FoxTel Sports
- Near Shops, Post Office, Supermarket
Aussie "Pub Style" Accommodation..
Hotel Gearin offers backpackers & budget travelers traditional Aussie Pub Style accommodation right in the heart of the beautiful Blue Mountains. Relax in the evening in the pub and stay warm in winter next to one of the two cosy open fireplaces.
Hotel Gearin is found directly behind Katoomba Railway Station (trains run from Sydney Central Station, approx 90 minutes).
Hotel Gearin regularly has live music from local and touring bands to entertain you!
Hotel Gearin Backpackers has a classic Australian "long bar" where they serve ice cold Australian and imported draught beers along with a large range of wines, spirits and bottled beers. Espresso coffee and other non-alcoholic refreshments are also available.
- Mon - $10 dinners
- Tue - Trivia; cash prizes
- Wed - Great Food, Cold Beer!
- Thu - The Acoustic Lounge
- Fri - Live Music
- Sat - Live Music & Pool Comp
- Sun - Excellent Jazz Bands
- 2-4-1 cocktails 8pm - 11pm Fri & Sat
Hotel Gearin is a small traditional pub style backpackers & budget accommodation
- Female only dorm
- Twin Rooms
- Doubles
- Triple or Family Rooms
- Free luggage storage
- Heaters for hire
- Free clean linen
| Nightly Rate | Weekly Rate | |||
| Room Type | Mad member | non-member | Mad member | non-member |
| 4 - 6 bed male dorm | $25 | $27 | n/a | n/a |
| 8 bed female dorm | $25 | $27 | n/a | n/a |
| Twin Room | $65 | $69 | n/a | n/a |
| Double Room | $65 | $69 | n/a | n/a |
| Triple Room | $90 | $96 | n/a | n/a |
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Family Quad(double + 2 singles) |
$110 | $120 | n/a | n/a |
Rates are subject to change due to active specials, peak/off peak seasons and special events. Please see specials tab or contact hostel for more information.
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- Address: 273 Great Western Highway, Katoomba, NSW 2780
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