The Bowral Hotel

Bowral -34.48204500, 150.41744300 , 412 Bong Bong Street (Show on Map)
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Summary of reviewsThe Bowral Hotel, located in the heart of Bowral, offers a central and convenient location that is ideal for exploring the town. Guests appreciate being just steps away from cafes, restaurants and shops on the Main Street, making it a practical choice for both short visits and extended stays.

The hotel's recently renovated rooms receive high praise for their modern, stylish design and cleanliness. Visitors commend the comfortable beds, spacious bathrooms with rain-head showers and the quiet ambiance, despite being centrally located. The decor matches the online photos with rooms providing a cozy and efficient use of space, though some guests comment on the need for better carpet cleaning.

While breakfast is not available on-site, the proximity to excellent nearby cafes, such as The Press Shop cafe, compensates for this. For other meals, the hotel's bistro is highly regarded for offering fresh, hot and plentiful pub food. Special deals on main meals make dining here a cost-effective option, despite some occasional inconsistencies in food quality.

Cleanliness is generally well-rated, particularly in the newly refurbished rooms, although there are areas for improvement such as carpet stains and dusty floors. The helpful and friendly staff further enhance the guest experience with many visitors appreciating the welcoming atmosphere provided by the team.

The beds, while often described as very comfortable, have received mixed reviews due to issues like wheels causing movement and varying firmness preferences. However, many guests still reported excellent sleep quality.

Accessibility features are commendable with ground-level rooms and amenities designed to accommodate guests with disabilities. The availability of parking spaces directly outside room entrances is particularly valued, despite some challenges posed by the gravel car park.

Overall, The Bowral Hotel offers a clean, comfortable and well-located stay with modern amenities, exemplary dining options and accommodating service, making it a highly recommended choice for visitors to Bowral.
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Room Types
Queen Studio The studio provides air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The studio offers a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, parquet floors, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

King Room The spacious double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 1 bed.

Queen Room The double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.

King Room with Bath The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a bath. The double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Guest Reviews
7.8
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Location
Nestled in the very heart of Bowral, The Bowral Hotel boasts a perfect and central location ideal for visitors looking to explore the town with ease. Just steps away from the Main Street, guests find themselves within a short walking distance to a myriad of cafes, restaurants and shops. This convenient setting ensures that everything Bowral has to offer is right at your fingertips. The hotel's position also allows for easy access, parking on site and a quiet atmosphere despite being centrally located.

The rooms at The Bowral Hotel have received praise for their recent renovations, offering modern, clean and comfortable accommodations. Many guests have noted the stylish and well-designed spaces, complete with lovely and tidy bathrooms. The combination of an excellent location and well-presented rooms makes this hotel a great choice for anyone visiting Bowral. Whether for a quick drink at the pub or an overnight stay, The Bowral Hotel's central location and updated amenities provide a cozy and convenient home base for exploring the town.

Breakfast
The Bowral Hotel does not offer breakfast to its guests. However, this is not much of an issue as there are plenty of excellent cafes nearby. Notably, The Press Shop cafe, located across the road, comes highly recommended for its excellent service and extensive menu. Additionally, while the hotel itself does not serve breakfast, guests have noted that meals at the pub are nice.

Dinner
Nestled in the heart of Bowral, 'The Bowral Hotel' has garnered a positive reputation for its dining experience among guests. Reviewers frequently praised the quality of food at the hotel, describing their meals as very nice, plentiful and of good quality. The hotel offers excellent pub food with standout mentions of dining in the bistro where the food was not only fresh and hot but also perfect for weary travelers seeking a satisfying meal.

Many guests found their meals to be superb and a great decision with sizable portions ensuring no one leaves hungry. The hotel runs enticing deals, like the two-for-one main meals on Mondays and the exceptional $15 special on Thursdays, making dining here not only delicious but also a bargain.

Although there were occasional mentions of inconsistent quality, particularly with steak, the overall consensus is that the food at The Bowral Hotel is a highlight. With ample servings and a variety of dinner options, it is clear that the dining experiences at this hotel leave a lasting impression on its guests.

Rooms
Located in a fantastic and convenient position in Bowral, The Bowral Hotel offers an excellent stay with its newly renovated, modern rooms. Guests have praised the facilities, noting that the rooms are not only clean but also stylishly designed and well-appointed. The bathrooms, in particular, stand out for their spaciousness and modern amenities, including comfortable rain-head showers and plenty of fresh, fluffy towels.

The rooms, renovated to a high standard, feature super comfortable beds, good lighting and all necessary amenities, making them perfect for short stays. Despite some being described as small, the design is efficient, ensuring comfort without feeling cramped. The stylish decor matches the online photos and many guests appreciate the quiet ambiance, as the rooms are set back from the main street, minimizing noise.

Additionally, the hotel's central location allows easy walking access to the main street, shops, restaurants and the train station, making it an ideal spot for exploring Bowral. With sufficient parking and modern air conditioning, the facilities cater well to travelers' needs. However, a couple of reviews mentioned a need for better carpet cleaning and noted the higher room rates.Overall, The Bowral Hotel’s recent refurbishment has resulted in clean, comfortable and modern accommodations that have received overwhelmingly positive feedback from guests.

Beds
The beds at The Bowral Hotel receive mixed reviews from guests. Many praise the beds for being very comfortable, noting experiences of having very comfy beds and some even describing them as offering the best, most wonderful night’s sleep. Descriptors like extremely comfortable, super comfy, awesome and firm yet comfortable highlight the positive sentiments. Guests appreciated that the beds were not only comfortable but often came with clean sheets and paired with well-cleaned rooms.

However, there are notable criticisms as well. Some guests reported issues with the beds being on wheels, causing them to move around, which detracted from the sleeping experience. There were also mentions of beds being too soft or too firm, indicating a range of preferences among guests. Specific complaints about mattresses included descriptions of them being lumpy, dented or even the cause of an uncomfortable night's sleep. Additionally, wear and tear on bed linen and general unhappiness with pillow firmness were points of concern for some visitors.

Overall, while The Bowral Hotel's beds are often described as comfortable, there are inconsistencies that may affect the sleep quality for some guests.

Cleanliness
The Bowral Hotel receives mixed feedback regarding its cleanliness, yet there are several positive aspects to highlight. Many guests praise the hotel for its newly refurbished rooms, which are described as very clean, modern and beautifully renovated. The rooms are noted for their neatness and comfortable decor with some travelers specifically appreciating features such as spacious bathrooms, fresh sheets and clean linens. The accommodations are also recognized for being conveniently located, offering good value for money and being quiet despite their central position.

However, there are areas where the hotel could improve. Some guests reported issues such as stained carpets, dusty floors and poorly cleaned rooms with specific mentions of mold in the hallways and grout needing attention in the showers. While the overall aesthetic of the rooms is appreciated, the recurring theme of insufficient cleaning, particularly concerning carpet stains and dust, does affect the overall experience for some visitors.

In summary, while The Bowral Hotel excels in providing modern, comfortable and well-designed rooms, attention to cleaning detail needs significant improvement to meet guests' expectations fully.

Staff
Guests of The Bowral Hotel commonly noted the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff. Many visitors described the team as welcoming, kind and efficient with check-in being notably swift and easy. The owners were frequently mentioned as particularly friendly, adding to the positive impression. Several guests highlighted the staff’s prompt and accommodating nature, making their stay more pleasant. However, there were a few instances where the staff received criticism for being rude or dismissive and some guests felt that the team could be more attentive and caring. Despite these isolated incidents, the general consensus portrays the staff at The Bowral Hotel as friendly, helpful and pleasant, enhancing the overall experience of the stay.

Accessible
The Bowral Hotel in the Southern Highlands offers commendable accessibility for guests with disabilities. The hotel is conveniently located near key attractions in Bowral, making it a practical choice for exploring the area. Guests appreciated the ground-level rooms in a separate building, providing an excellent option for those with mobility challenges. The absence of stairs in the ground floor units enhances ease of access.

The rooms are described as neat, tidy and equipped with beautifully renovated bathrooms that include wheelchair access. The convenience of parking is frequently highlighted with private spaces available right next to the room entrances. Numerous reviews emphasized the ease of parking directly outside the units, minimizing the distance for those with limited mobility.

However, it is worth noting that the gravel car park posed some difficulties for wheelchair and walking frame users. Despite this, the overall convenience and thoughtful design in room placement and amenities make the Bowral Hotel a sensible and accommodating choice for travelers with disabilities.


No, The Bowral Hotel doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at The Bowral Hotel.

No, The Bowral Hotel doesn't allow dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at The Bowral Hotel.

No, The Bowral Hotel doesn't have a gym.

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