Hewn out of the living rock in the 1860s using hand tools and blasting powder, Big Hill Cutting was at one time the deepest railway cutting in the southern hemisphere. Taken as it was near the eastern end of the cutting, even this pic doesn't properly illustrate the depth.

The cutting has a long and macabre history, with several workers killed during its construction due to a blasting accident and several drivers later perishing after crashing their automobiles through the old timber bridge's guardrails and down onto the rails below. Despite the history, it's a peaceful and beautiful place.

The old railway line was abandoned in the 1970s and runs for around 50km between the towns of Thirlmere and Mittagong. Although not a proper rail trail, there are service trails parallelling the railway for much of its length. I've walked it a few times, including the trip pictured which was undertaken 2-Boot-Drive Swagman style ;-)

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Mittagong Motel : Enjoy access to the free WiFi, laundry facilities, and picnic area. Poplars at Mittagong : Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. Grand Country Lodge Motel : Enjoy access to the free WiFi and free parking, as well as room amenities like air conditioning. Melrose Motel : Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like air conditioning.

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Courtyard Executive Family Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

"On a quick visit from Canberra, this was a great place to stay. Contactless check-in and check-out, good amenities, clean and tidy and quiet. Would happily stay here again!!"

￥16,388 total

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Aug 25 - Aug 26

Garden Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

"Clean, warm and great location "

￥21,127 total

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Aug 17 - Aug 18

"Nice views"

￥20,166 total

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Aug 21 - Aug 22

"It was a great place to stay great food "

￥19,524 total

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Aug 16 - Aug 17

"Initially I wasn't sure about staying at the Imperial Hotel (as it's an actual hotel/restaurant/pub), but the accomodation out the back is quiet and convenient. It isn't particularly modern, butwas neat and tidy, and had all we needed. Will likely stay there again. "

￥17,604 total

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Aug 24 - Aug 25

"Convenient location, great menu options, comfortable rooms with, most importantly, a great shower "

￥14,433 total

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Aug 17 - Aug 18

Three Bedroom Apartment | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

"great location Beautiful gardens close to town center "

￥17,189 total

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Aug 17 - Aug 18

"All up very enjoyable stay "

￥13,925 total

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Aug 17 - Aug 18

"Great location "

￥15,469 total

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Aug 18 - Aug 19

"Have stayed there several before always clean and friendly. Good location and a reasonable price. Great as a jump off point for the whole southern highlands."

￥12,484 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

"Food is good pub food and fair prices. Beds are very comfortable "

￥8,402 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

"Would stay there anytime"

￥15,125 total

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Aug 19 - Aug 20

Single Room | 1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

"Excellent restaurant - clean - great location "

￥17,472 total

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Aug 20 - Aug 21

"A perfect venue to stay at"

￥16,380 total

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Aug 24 - Aug 25

Spa Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

"They were very nice and the room was great "

￥16,529 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

"Very clean, comfortable and convenient. Enjoyed our stay."

"Awesome stay.... close to restaurants, coffee shops, erith coal mines and many more view points.Clean and well maintained rooms overall recommended for family stay "

"The room was excellent nice and clean had everything I needed the staff were so eager to talk to you and make sure you were comfortable or needed anything had a great 2 night stay would definitely recommend "

"Nice stay"

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10/10 Excellent

"Really nice. Great value for the price. Clean and comfy."

'Aminya' - Kangaroo Valley Homestead

10/10 Excellent

"From the moment we entered the gates of Aminya, we felt like we were coming home. The house itself is so welcoming & comfortable with all modern appliances & beautifully decorated. Our family of 8, including 2 years old twins loved the house & beautiful rolling hills around where we could watch wallabies, wombats & kangaroos on their natural habitat. We would happily return again!"

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Accommodation	19 Motels
Lowest Price	￥7,624
Highest Price	￥21,127

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What can I expect from a motel trip to Mittagong?

If you're having a hard time finding motels in Mittagong, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let us help you find something similar from over 59 hotels and other accommodations. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.

What are motels like?

At most motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.

What are the best motels in Mittagong?

Mittagong Motel: Enjoy access to the free WiFi, laundry facilities, and picnic area. Poplars at Mittagong: Free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace are available during your stay. Grand Country Lodge Motel: Enjoy access to the free WiFi and free parking, as well as room amenities like air conditioning. Melrose Motel: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like air conditioning.

How many motels are there in Mittagong?

Expedia has 5 affordable motels in Mittagong.

What things can I to do in Mittagong?

Those visiting Mittagong have good things to say about the cafes. As you're sightseeing around the area, be sure to enjoy all there is to see and do. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Mount Jellore Lookout, Mount Gibraltar Reserve, and Bargo River State Conservation Area. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Bendooley Estate Book Barn, Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk, and International Cricket Hall of Fame. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Destination Southern Highlands, Sturt Gallery, and Bargo State Conservation Area.

What's the weather like in Mittagong?

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Mittagong to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 48°F. Average annual precipitation for Mittagong is 37 inches.

What are my options for getting around Mittagong when staying in a motel?

We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Mittagong to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Shellharbour, NSW (WOL), which is located 20.9 mi (33.6 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Sydney Airport (SYD), which is 54.3 mi (87.5 km) away. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop on a train at Mittagong Station.

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The Bowral Hotel

The Bowral Hotel

Camden Valley Inn

Camden Valley Inn

Lakeview Hotel Motel

Lakeview Hotel Motel

The Imperial Motel

The Imperial Motel

The Oaks Hotel Motel

The Oaks Hotel Motel

Briars Country Lodge

Briars Country Lodge

Mittagong Motel

Mittagong Motel

Oxley Motel

Oxley Motel

Poplars at Mittagong

Poplars at Mittagong

Unanderra Hotel

Unanderra Hotel

Solomon Inn Wollongong

Solomon Inn Wollongong

The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)

The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)

Picton Valley Motel

Picton Valley Motel

Elsinor Motor Lodge

Elsinor Motor Lodge

Grand Country Lodge Motel

Grand Country Lodge Motel

Bundanoon Country Inn Motel

Bundanoon Country Inn Motel

Windmill Motel

Windmill Motel

Melrose Motel

Melrose Motel

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