Carrington Hotel: Katoomba's Grand Mountain Hotel

Standing proudly above Katoomba Street for more than 140 years, the Carrington Hotel has witnessed the transformation of Katoomba from a small railway and mining settlement into one of Australia's best-known mountain destinations. Beginning life as the Great Western Hotel in the early 1880s, it grew into one of the grand resort hotels of the Blue Mountains, welcoming generations of holidaymakers and some rather famous guests along the way. From lavish expansions and its own power station to years of decline, closure and eventual restoration, join me as we explore the fascinating history of Katoomba's remarkable Carrington Hotel. Subscribe to see more places and learn about stories from this region and beyond. ☕️🍻 Your support is much appreciated, and I'd never turn it down if you shouted me a coffee or beer! https://buymeacoffee.com/the.bygones Thanks for dropping by! #BlueMountainsHistory #BlueMountains #HiddenHistory #ExploreNSW