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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Poplars at Mittagong : Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Mittagong Motel : Free WiFi, laundry facilities, and a picnic area 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

"Clean, modern , easy to get too. Close to eatery’s. Great location "

NT$3,483 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

"Close to shops and parks."

NT$3,881 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

"Nicely refurbished room . Quiet . Good food in the Bistro . Friendly staff . Great location "

NT$3,941 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

"It ticked a lot of boxes for a comfortable overnight stay."

NT$3,732 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

"Cute place to stay, loved the convenience of the tavern being so close by for dinners "

NT$4,777 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

"It’s clean, the water is hot, the beds are comfortable and it’s very reasonably priced "

NT$2,588 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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

NT$1,774 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

"Position great and brekky supplied"

NT$2,886 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

"great location Beautiful gardens close to town center "

NT$3,981 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

NT$3,001 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

"This exceeded my expectations of a motel. Very comfortable stay- thank you"

NT$3,296 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

"Staff were lovely- quiet area and room was nice"

NT$3,364 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

"Room was great. Only thing was shower leaked across the floor outside the cubicle."

NT$3,523 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Single Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

"Friendly staff excellent location"

NT$4,354 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

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

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

"They were very nice and the room was great "

NT$3,457 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

"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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Lowest Price	NT$1,774
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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 62 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?

Poplars at Mittagong: Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Mittagong Motel: Free WiFi, laundry facilities, and a picnic area 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.

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 Gibraltar Reserve, Mount Jellore Lookout, 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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Poplars at Mittagong

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Unanderra Hotel

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Briars Country Lodge

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The Oaks Hotel Motel

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Oxley Motel

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Picton Valley Motel

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The Palms Motel (Formerly Flinders Motel)

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Grand Country Lodge Motel

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Elsinor Motor Lodge

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Bundanoon Country Inn Motel

Windmill Motel

Windmill Motel

Melrose Motel

Melrose Motel

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