The Flying Fox

We are a small, friendly hostel close to the town centre and just a short stroll to the start of the world heritage listed walks.
Free wireless internet, Free Breakfast, Free Tea & Coffee & milk all day, Free Maps, Free pick-up, Free luggage storage.

At our hostel we are famous for our hospitality warmth and free breakfast. You will find a relaxed mountain atmosphere – a place to easily meet other travellers.

The house has a huge lounge room with a roaring log fire which is always on during winter. You can also sit out in the courtyard at the rear of the building and soak up the sun in the warmer months. Chill Out Hut, BBQ and lots more.

We offer colourful newly furnished double, twin and dorm rooms throughout. All rooms have heating. Share bathrooms. Linen of-course is provided.


We have FREE BREAKFAST, including italian bread and a choice of three cereals and of-course tea & coffee. If you don't feel like cooking while in the mountains you can try some of the best coffee in the world in Katoomba. Katoomba is coffee crazy. So pop down to one of the many great cafes and chat with the locals.

If you need help with walks, we walk all the tracks regularly and can give you up to date information and drop offs to the more inaccessible walks. And if you want to go climbing, abseiling or mountain biking just ask.

Directions

We are situated 350 metres from Katoomba railway station.
By Train
When you get off the train, walk up the steps into town. Cross at the crossing and walk to your right. Walk along Main St , cross at the roundabout . You are now on Bathurst Road and we are just past a fruit and vegetable shop.
By Car
From Sydney turn left on Great Western Highway at traffic lights. Cross railway bridge and turn right at the roundabout. We are 300 meters from the roundabout(just past the fruit and vegetable shop).

Facilities

Internet Access, Bicycle Hire, Linen Included, Towels, Security Lockers, Luggage Storage, Guest Kitchen, Telephone/Fax Facilities, Common Room, BBQ Area, Free Carpark, WiFi in lobby, Web access in lobby, Web access in Room, WiFi in room, Breakfast