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Melba House

98 Waratah Street, Katoomba, New South Wales 2780, Australia
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Melba House
Ranked #3 of 20 Katoomba B&B and Inns
5.0 of 5 stars 66 Reviews
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Whakatane
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2012 NEW

Thought I'd died and gone to heaven when shown Dame Joans room. The decor, furnishings and ambience is first class. I loved it so much I stayed an extra night. The port decanter is a classy touch and the cake in the hallway for guests to nibble was exceptional. The breakfasts ab fab. I will return. Sue and Izzy are... More

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Whakatane, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2012 NEW

Exceptional B&B situated 5 minutes walk from town. A warm, ready welcome from Hostess Sue together with Issy, the resident cocker spaniel (so cute). I loved my bed at Melba, the cotton sheets were inviting & it was so comfortable that I slept like a dream. The rooms are tastefully decorated with lots of thoughtful extras for guests - robes,... More

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Sydney, Australia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

Sue was a lovely hostess - warm and friendly without being intrusive. We stayed in the Dame Nellie suite which was very comfortable and beautifully decorated. The breakfasts were fantastic and we felt very spoilt. We also appreciated Sue's thoughtful suggestions for things to do and places to eat in the Blue Mountains.

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bangkok, Thailand
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012
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Staying at Melba´s House was a wonderful experience. Never had stayed in a B and B. Sue and Isabelle, makes it so heartfelt warm. Enjoyed best pancakes ever, a warm jakusi bath, and really felt spoiled!! Thanks for washing our clothes! Hope to come back!

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Sydney
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

Wonderful weekend with a great host and Issy. A very warm welcome and service throughout our stay, thoroughly enjoyed the fantastic chocolate cake, freshly made on on arrival, and the port in our room. Sue was very helpful with her suggestion of things to do on the mountains. We had a terrific trip to the Mayfield Gardens at Oberon which... More

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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

Beautiful B&B, exquisite rooms with all the trimmings. We were greeted by Sue our Host and a fresh baked banana cake on our arrival. The Dame Edna spa room was absolutely beautiful with perfectly matched decor to the highest quality. Breakfast was served hot to our room and it was delicious. Thank you Sue for such a wonderful stay -... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2012
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after hiking the blue mountains and still trying to soak in the awesome and overwhelming sights we had just seen, my friend Jason had the inspired idea to skip a hotel and try to find a nice bed and breakfast to fully enjoy the true local experience and add a more human and familial touch to our short road trip.... More

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Perth, Australia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012

We had a lovely stay in this beautiful B&B in the Blue Mountains. Sue went all out with catering for my wheat allergy. Multiple breakfast choices, gluten free afternoon tea and even special biscuits in our room. Aside from comfort and decor, these welcoming touches are things that really standout-especially when you get used to not being catered for elsewhere!... More

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Old Greenwich, Connecticut
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2012

We booked from the USA bu email and got quick responses from owner Sue who resolved our questions about beds and location. Arrived in the afternoon to find Melba House better than we had hoped for...interesting decor, great tea and afternoon cake available, close to town, great restaurant recommendations and a friendly welcome. Sue brings you breakfast in your room... More

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Salt Lake City, Utah
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012

My son and I stayed 3 nights in Melba House while hiking in the Blue Mountains. The owner, Sue, is a fantastic cook and the tea and breakfasts were incredibly good. Sue was also very knowledgeable about the area and helpful in directing us to local attractions. The house is lovely and charming and extremely well located.

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