Best Hotels near Katers Restaurant and Katers Larder, Sutton Forest

Local scuttlebutt was saying that ”Ben” the former executive chef from Bendooley was now heading up the kitchen at this iconic local pub. And the great news was, that it was a fact! The newly installed open kitchen and a real pro who's not afraid to experiment has created a great combination for diners. It was a full step up from previous experiences there and the food looked fresh and amazing with large portions as you would expect in a pub, as well as reasonably priced. I had the Chicken Schnitzel which is the ultimate test of pub fare and believe me it didn't disappoint on bit. Beautifully cooked and balanced off with a generous serving of big chips and very yummy coleslaw. I also ordered a side dish of wood fired pumpkin and chip-peas, absolutely delicious and worth the extra. My wife had the Crab Linguine, and it it looked amazing and supper fresh. She was over the moon and the best version she believes is currently being done in the region. This will become a signature dish as it was at his last restaurant. The services by the friendly staff.was warm and casual but efficient and you could tell they enjoyed working at this venue and proud of the new changes and the great food. We look forward to the other new changes in the decor and them nights that is coming soon as well as coming back regularly to get our fix.

I am a planning fool, that way you guard against disappointment and sleeping in the car overnight. My husband however is non planner, with a how bad can it be, how crowded will it get mid week, perspective. Thanks to this take on the world we ended up at Dormie Lodge because it was getting dark and there was an old sign which pointed us there. This place is interesting, with a degree of charm and a need for a major overhaul. My guess is it’s late 20s/ v early 30s.It is rundown but functioning. and in places, quite nice. Go to Peppers if you want a sexy, luxury weekend, not here. This is as one reviewer writes, for golfing enthusiasts. We had a large room with 2 beds, one queen, one single, not good quality. The bathroom was a nasty little 1970s shoe in which was in need of bleach. Note it was stained not dirty. The hotel was v clean. There was the smallest, tiniest TV which I have seen since the 1970s. The room overlooked the car park which in the morning had all the noise of golf carts and a fine view of workmen spitting into the bushes. The room was glacial and this was in February, however the night manager brought us 2 little fan heaters as heating was off and that was fine. This all set us back $A175 which astounded me. So, that’s the bad stuff. The good stuff was the lounge. Nicely done with faux period leather chairs. But what I liked best was the 1970s extension where the the dining room and bar were housed. One side was packed out with golfers, the other virtually empty. We went there and drank $8 wine and watched the sun set over the gardens and golf links.What I also liked was the inside staff. Everyone of them was exceptionally nice and unfailingly helpful. We didn’t eat there. Food was about $40 a main course. It did look v nice. Be aware that upstairs has no lift and the stairs are quite steep. Renovations are ongoing but regrettably they are not restorations of beautiful period features. The instead involve lots of white paint and plastic bathroom suites.

The pillows were very fluffy and clean. room was clean carpets need a bit more work. beautiful owners running the place. quiet and easy access if late nights. have stayed there 3 times and thoroughly enjoyed it

We arrived late afternoon in Bowral and secured the last room available. Ben and the staff were great, and the room was modern, clean and comfortable. The bathroom was large and bright with a double shower, there was a Nespresso machine and pods, NetFlix and Stan, and the bed was perfect. Located in the centre of town we were able to walk to everything and could leave the car parked. We were astounded by the beauty of the town and thrilled that it has retained its original vibe. Dinner at the hotel was really good and well-priced, and if you’re looking for coffee try “Early Birds” on the Main Street at the other end of town - it’s brilliant!

we were celebrating a special occasion and book their grand suite room, which was absolutely beautiful, we arrived to a lovely message wishing us and a bottle of champagne which was well received, we also had dinner at the restaurant and the food was amazing, the staff are very friendly, we will be back again, especially to the restaurant

The room is spacious. I felt that a hotel that is comfortable and serviced is important because tourism is exhausted for three days.

staff amazing! breakfast amazing! Cocktails amazing! Gardens amazing! However the rooms completely disappointing! I am not sure how this hotel can be considering luxury? Its interior is worn and requires updating . We stayed in the Forrest suite room 120. Nothing like the photos . The mattress sunk inwards when we slept, my legs were higher than by body when laying down, that’s how bad the mattress was . The roll out bed which I was told had a proper matress sunk inwards. PowerPoints did not work . Our electric towel rail, the cord was taped with duck tape. The sofa and arm chairs was so old and worn , with chipping timber frames’ skiriting boards and paint was chipping. Lighting was so dim No air conditioning and it was a 30 degree weekend . I understand the website states rooms would not have the same view, but a view of bush and shrubs is not a garden view. The shutters in the room is old and some were broken The hall ways are so worn and floor boards creaked Room service menu is on an A4 paper with 8 selection of meals Spa bath tub which was also a shower was slippery to stand on Couldn’t order drinks or food at the pool This place is falling apart, thankfully friendly staff and beautiful garden (which isn’t as big as the photos) Disappointed