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The Nunnery and Spa at Brightlands

3.5 star property
Mountain hotel in Leura with spa and restaurant

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Reception
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Exterior
Body treatments, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy, hot stone massages
Superior Double or Twin Room | Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free parking
    Free parking
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Full-service spa
  • Conference center
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Communal living room
  • Snack bar/deli
Feel at home
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Free self parking

Room options

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 71 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
6 Eastview Avenue, Leura, NSW, 2780

What's nearby

  • Leura Mall - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Leura Cascades - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Three Sisters - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Echo Point Lookout - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Katoomba Scenic World - 7 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 84 min drive
  • Wentworth Falls Station - 6 min drive
  • Leura Station - 10 min walk
  • Katoomba Station - 26 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Old City Bank Brasserie - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sanwiye - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Red Door Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Leura - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Station Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Nunnery and Spa at Brightlands

At The Nunnery and Spa at Brightlands, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Blue Mountains National Park and Katoomba Scenic World. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in hot stone massages, aromatherapy, or hydrotherapy, and vegetarian cuisine is served at Dinning Room, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 10 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.
  • At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours
  • If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
  • At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
  • Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 24 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 2 days prior to check-in

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)

Parking

  • Free secured onsite self parking
  • Free secured onsite valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 9:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Hosted evening meals each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday for a surcharge (reservations required)
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Free daily reception
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Working away

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Coworking spaces
  • Conference center (2153 square feet of space)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Communal living room
  • Art gallery on site
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 25
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Chef
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 2 treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body scrubs, and detox wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is open select days.

Dining

Dinning Room - This restaurant specializes in vegetarian cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Hosted evening meal costs AUD 70

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Brightlands Retreat
The Nunnery Spa At Brightlands
The Nunnery and Spa at Brightlands Hotel
The Nunnery and Spa at Brightlands Leura
The Nunnery and Spa at Brightlands Hotel Leura

Frequently asked questions

Does The Nunnery and Spa at Brightlands offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Nunnery and Spa at Brightlands does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Nunnery and Spa at Brightlands?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Nunnery and Spa at Brightlands?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Nunnery and Spa at Brightlands?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Nunnery and Spa at Brightlands and nearby?
The Nunnery and Spa at Brightlands has a spa and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Nunnery and Spa at Brightlands?
Yes, Dinning Room offers vegetarian cuisine.
What's the area around The Nunnery and Spa at Brightlands like?
The Nunnery and Spa at Brightlands is in Leura, a short 11-minute walk from Leura Mall.

The Nunnery and Spa at Brightlands Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

We would have preferred for the floor to not be carpeted but this is just personal preference.
Salvador, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Teresa, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very Good

Very peaceful and relaxing. Key was simply sitting on front desk when we arrived, no staff there. One other couple so the 4 of us had the entire place to ourselves. Inside beautiful, rooms not as large as advertised but very nice. Outside of bldg needs maintenance and grounds needs a little TLC but still very pretty.
Dale, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great communication! Beautiful, comfortable room which was spotless. The aircon had been turned on before our arrival which was very welcomed on a hot day! Will definitely return.
D, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Stayed in Room 1. Lots of windows near freeway and train track. Super clean. Delicious breakfast. Tiny basin in bathroom so nowhere to even put toothpaste down. Small shelf over the toilet so make sure you shut the lid!
Gary, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I liked all off the above and would recommend to family and friends
Margaret, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

2/10 Poor

Patricia, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Lynne, 1-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

8/10 Very Good

3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Property is wonderful, true B&B style. Was greeted on arrival with a friendly, welcoming host who took his time to explain all and show his guests around. The host provided ideas on the local are and the rest of the staff were fantastic and helpful. Breakfast was a great spread of savouries, no basic cereals which is a true winner for breakfast’s. Will certainly recommend and visit again.
Lucifer, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very Good

Saiyaz, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Peaceful and Tranquil accommodation in Leura.
A very tranquil and peaceful place to stay. We loved having a cup of tea and reading in the lounge. Lovely Tim Tam biscuits were supplied as well. Included was a very good breakfast and fruit,tea and coffee available available throughout the day. Craig and the staff were very friendly and accommodating and we felt very comfortable with the surrounding. We would definitely like to stay again soon. We
david, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Charming. Spotless. Excellent breakfast included. Welcoming host. We shall return.
Joanne, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very Good

My girlfriend and I had a one night stay at Brightlands retreat. The property is kept beautifully and the bedding/towels/bathroom amenities are really high quality. The common areas are so relaxing and the added touch of a tea room with home made oat cookies and Ikou teas and tea pots whenever you desire was very much enjoyed. Unfortunately, we missed out on our breakfast and float experience in the morning as the highway was closed from a crash but the owner promised to reimburse us our breakfast at a local cafe. The nunnery is within walking distance of Leura main street and it was lovely and clean and fresh with delightful furnishings. My only complaint would be the difficulty obtaining commincation with the guesthouse prior to arrival. Also, there is yoga, a spa and dinner options available on site though we didn't try these. Great value and we hope to return.
Tennille, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautifully decorated retreat in a peaceful location. Self check in and communication with the host was easy. The bed was very comfortable and the room and bathroom was roomy amd very clean. Lovely surroundings and an easy walk.or drive to Leura village. Due to a traffic accident, we didn't eat there, so I can't comment on the dining options.
Elissa, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place to stay. Will definitely be returning in the future.
Rachel, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Tristan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful room, breakfast was gorgeous, great advise about walks from the lovely host. Conveniently located close to many incredible walks and town centre.
Caroline, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

We were
PAUL, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jane Belinda, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A great place for a girls weekend get away. Such a gorgeous house where you can feel the history of its predecessors and enjoy the serenity because it is close enought to dine out and enjoy the mountains natural wonders and shop for antiques and have coffees in quaint places but also have the quiet evenings to chat. A very friendly and accomodating host with a good healthy breakfast to start your day.
Kata, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The nicest place I have stayed in
Joseph, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Abbie, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The grounds were lovely, close to the highway but little noise. The host was fabulous and the complimentary breakfast the best we’ve had (as vegans we had many choices, which is rare!). Beds need an upgrade but not terrible
Sally, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very Good

Wonderful overnight stay doing Christmas shopping in Leura, very pleasant ( less stressful than Sydney😉) The Nunnery offers beautiful accomodation, has recently been restored and renovated in a stylish tasteful way. Bedroom was perfect, beds so comfortable, quality bedding, block out blinds, air con great during heat wave. Great breakfast included in Tarif, continental, house muesli, bread and pastries from local bakery, plus eggs and fruit. Thank you Craig for being such an attentive host. We will be back!
Bronwyn, 1-night romance trip
Verified Lastminute guest review