Medlow Bath

Medlow Bath is a small town in the Blue Mountains region of the Australian state of New South Wales.

The Great Western Highway, which begins in Sydney at Penrith and ends at Bathurst, passes through Medlow Bath.

Blue Mountains Cityrail trains from Sydney stop at Medlow Bath station hourly or more often during the day. Western trains run from Mount Victoria once an hour and from Lithgow once every two hours.

• The Hydro Majestic, Great Western Highway, ☎ 02 4788 1002 (reservations@hydromajestic.com.au, fax: 02 4788 1063), www.hydromajestic.com.au. This grand hotel began its life in 1904 as a health resort, and it is probably the main attraction of Medlow Bath. The view from the dining room over the Megalong is simply stunning, with large glass windows. You don't have to be a guest to stop in for afternoon coffee or a glass of wine. Accommodation is available.

• Medlow Bath is only five minutes by car or train from Katoomba, where many of the excellent Jamison Valley walks begin.

• Stay at the Hydro Majestic Hotel with great views over the Megalong Valley. Lots of trails for bushwalking and only a short drive to Katoomba • Janette O.