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Forrest Hotel and Apartments
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7.9

Very good

7,505 reviews

7,505 reviews

Housekeeping85
Shops19
Car Park15
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8.5

Excellent

Location rating score

Excellent location - Inside city center
Popular neighborhood
Parking
FREE
Popular landmarks
Australian Parliament House 830 m
National Portrait Gallery 1.7 km
National Gallery of Australia 1.8 km
Questacon 1.8 km
National Museum of Australia 2.5 km
Floriade 2.8 km
Royal Australian Mint 3.3 km
Australian War Memorial 4.2 km
Mount Ainslie Lookout 5.5 km
National Arboretum 5.7 km
Nearby landmarks
Free Serbian Orthodox Church St George 190 m
Mount Franklin 320 m
Canberra Bowling Club 350 m
Barton Private Hospital 410 m
York Park Conservation Site 410 m
Presbyterian Church of St. Andrew 420 m
St Christopher's Cathedral 470 m
Canberra Night Markets 470 m
Australian National Press Club 550 m
PhotoAccess 580 m

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

30 National Circuit Capital Territory, Forrest, Canberra, Australia, 2603 - See map

The car parking and the Wi-Fi are always free, so you can stay in touch and come and go as you please. Strategically situated in Forrest, allowing you access and proximity to local attractions and sights. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Australian War Memorial. This 3.5-star property features restaurant to make your stay more indulgent and memorable.

Highlights

Hygiene Plus

Located in heart of Canberra

Inside city center

830 meters to Australian Parliament House

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

This property has self-selected and self-certified the following hygiene measures.Learn more
Safety Features
Staff trained in safety protocol
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Preventative Equipment
Hand sanitizer
Health and Medical
First aid kit
Doctor/nurse on call
Facilities

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Check-in/out [express]

BBQ facilities

Luggage storage

Restaurants

Bar

Laundry service

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Canberra every 13 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money8.0
Distance to city center7. Km
Location rating8.5
Nearest airportCanberra Airport (CBR)
Distance to airport5.6 km

Rooms available at Forrest Hotel and Apartments

Very good
Room comfort & quality

7.8

1 Bedroom Executive Apartment
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  • Room size: 45 m²/484 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 queen bed
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Superior Two bedroom Apartment
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  • Room size: 67 m²/721 ft²
  • Balcony/terrace
  • 1 king bed & 2 single beds
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Executive 2 Bedroom Apartment
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  • Room size: 65 m²/700 ft²
  • Balcony/terrace
  • 2 single beds & 1 queen bed
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Superior 2 Bedroom
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  • Room size: 67 m²/721 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 king bed & 2 single beds
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Standard One Bedroom Apartment
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  • Room size: 37 m²/398 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 queen bed
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Executive 2 Bedroom Albany Apartment (Compact)
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  • Room size: 50 m²/538 ft²
  • Shower
  • 2 single beds & 1 double be...
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Standard Twin
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 double bed and 1 single b...
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Special Offer: Two-Bedroom Apartment
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  • Room size: 50 m²/538 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 queen bed & 2 single beds
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Standard Queen
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  • Room size: 18 m²/194 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 queen bed
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Special Offer - Double Room - Limited Housekeeping
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  • Room size: 18 m²/194 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 double bed
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Frequently asked questions

Does Forrest Hotel and Apartments provide laundry services?

Yes! Forrest Hotel and Apartments offers hot water linen and laundry washing at your fingertips for whenever you need your favorite clothes clean and fresh all throughout your getaway. Please contact the property for more information.

Is car parking available at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

Forrest Hotel and Apartments features car park free of charge for all customers traveling with a automobile. Please contact the property for more information, or log into your Agoda account and contact the property through Agoda's direct message chatbox.

What is the average travel time to the nearest airport from Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

The average travel time to get from Forrest Hotel and Apartments to the airport is 20 minutes, but please keep in mind that the travel time may differ based on traffic, weather conditions, and time of day.

How many floors does Forrest Hotel and Apartments have?

Forrest Hotel and Apartments has a total of 2 floors.

How long do travelers generally stay at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

Verified past guests that have stayed at Forrest Hotel and Apartments had an average nightly stay of 2 nights at this property.

What was the average room rate for Forrest Hotel and Apartments been in the past month?

The typical room rate for Forrest Hotel and Apartments in the past month is 122.69 AUD, compared to city's average of 214.52 AUD.

What do verified guests like most about Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

Past visitors that stayed at Forrest Hotel and Apartments have given this property a rating of 8.496 for its outstanding location as the main highlight for their stay.

What is the average rating that verified Couples' have given to Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

Verified couple travelers that have stayed at this property have given Forrest Hotel and Apartments an average rating of 7.7. You can look up on more in depth customer ratings, and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified guest travelers down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that past Families with older children have given to Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

Past families with older children that have stayed at this property have given Forrest Hotel and Apartments an average rating of 8.1. You can look into more thorough customer reviews and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the nearest train, metro, or bus station to Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

The closest train, metro, or bus station is Giles St Kingston Shops Bus Station, 1021.51 m away from Forrest Hotel and Apartments.

Can special events be hosted at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

This property has an indoor venue for your special gathering. In addition, audio-visual equipment and in-house catering is available to help your event go smoothly.

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What people love about Forrest Hotel and Apartments

  • 8.8

    Excellent
    Location

    "Good Clean Quite Hotel in Great Location Free Parking and Close to Many Restaurants and Shopping easy walking distance"

    Darryl

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    April 25, 2023

  • 7.2

    Very good
    Cleanliness

    "Everything very clean and kitchen facilities were ideal, and washer/dry a great addition."

    Joanne

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    March 22, 2023

  • 8.4

    Excellent
    Location

    "Central location and spacious parking."

    Cheok

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    May 13, 2023

Property ranking|Compared to 260 Canberra properties
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Room comfort score
7.8/10
Service score
8.3/10
Cleanliness score
8.3/10
Location score
8.5/10
Better than
86
%
of Canberra properties
Better than
82
%
of Canberra properties
Better than
82
%
of Canberra properties
Better than
81
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of Canberra properties
Overall rating:

7.9

Very good
7,505 reviews
Cleanliness
8.3
Facilities
7.4
Location
8.5
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More about Forrest Hotel and Apartments

More about Forrest Hotel and Apartments

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

Situated in Canberra city center, Forrest Hotel and Apartments is the perfect place to experience Canberra and its surroundings. With a wide number of attractions to discover, this sought-after part of town will not cease to amaze you.
Forrest Hotel and Apartments offers impeccable service and all the essential amenities to travelers. Never be out of touch with your contacts, with free Wi-Fi offered throughout your stay. Taxi services provided by the serviced apartment make exploring Canberra even more convenient. If you plan to arrive by car, you'll appreciate the serviced apartment's free parking, right on-site.
The serviced apartment provides front desk services such as concierge service and luggage storage for guests' convenience. Staying for a long time, or just need clean clothes? At the serviced apartment, your favorite travel outfits will be kept clean and available with laundromat provided on-site. For lazy days and nights, in-room conveniences like room service let you make the most of your room. Please be advised that smoking is not allowed in the serviced apartment to allow cleaner air for all guests.
Each guestroom at Forrest Hotel and Apartments is furnished and equipped with handy amenities. Some rooms are equipped with blackout curtains and air conditioning for your convenience. Some rooms at Forrest Hotel and Apartments include special design features like a separate living room. In-room entertainment such as television, is provided for guests in select rooms.
The serviced apartment also offers a refrigerator in some rooms for when you feel like it is needed. It's good to know that a hair dryer, toiletries and towels are provided in some guest bathrooms.


Dining and things to do

Nothing starts a morning better than a delicious breakfast, which you can always enjoy in-house at Forrest Hotel and Apartments. If you don't feel like going out to eat, you can always opt for the delicious dining options at the serviced apartment. A night in at the serviced apartment's bar can be as fun as a night out with your travel companions. Forrest Hotel and Apartments has vending machines that provide round-the-clock refreshment, at low cost.
Guests who prefer to make their own meals will love the in-house BBQ facilities available here.


Around the property

One doesn't need to look far as the serviced apartment enjoys close proximity to sightseeing options and local attractions. Experience local culture through architecture at Australian Parliament House located 820 m away.


Reasons to stay here

Rooms don't get much cheaper than here, being less than 89% of the city's accommodation.
Know you'll get excellent dining options here, where past guests have rated onsite or nearby dining above 86% of the city's accommodation.
It's hard to beat the room comfort here, which is rated higher than 85% of other accommodations in Canberra.

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Amenities and facilities

Very good
Facilities

7.4

Most talked about facilities

Housekeeping

57 mentions

Breakfast

16 mentions

Internet

10 mentions

Food & Dining

9 mentions

Languages spoken
  • English
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Garden
  • Outdoor recreational features
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Breakfast takeaway service
  • Cashless payment service
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • Doctor/nurse on call
  • First aid kit
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Individually-wrapped food options
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Professional-grade sanitizing services
  • Room sanitization opt-out available
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Alternative meal arrangement
  • Bar
  • BBQ facilities
  • Breakfast [buffet]
  • Restaurants
  • Room service
  • Vending machine
Services and conveniences
  • Air conditioning in public area
  • Concierge
  • Food delivery
  • Heating in public area
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundromat
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Xerox/fax in business center
For the kids
  • Family room
  • Kids meal
Access
  • Check-in/out [express]
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Car park [free of charge]
  • Taxi service
Available in all rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Blackout curtains
  • Desk
  • Dishwasher
  • Exterior corridor
  • Free bottled water
  • Full kitchen
  • Hair dryer
  • Ironing facilities
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Refrigerator
  • Satellite/cable channels
  • Shower
  • Telephone
  • Toiletries
  • Wi-Fi [free]

Food and dining

Breakfast options
  • Continental
  • Full English/Irish
Restaurants on site
Sherwood Restaurant
  • Menu: Buffet

Location

30 National Circuit Capital Territory, Forrest, Canberra, Australia, 2603
Excellent
Location

8.5

Airports
  • Canberra Airport (CBR)
    5.6 km
  • Cooma-Snowy Mountains Airport (OOM)
    109.7 km
Public transportation
  • Giles St Kingston Shops Bus Station
    1.0 km
  • Canberra Railway Station
    1.9 km
Hospital or clinic
  • Barton Private Hospital
    410 m
Shopping
  • Old Bus Depot Markets
    1.4 km
Convenience store
  • BP Express
    1.1 km
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    660 m

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Australian Parliament House
    830 m
  • National Portrait Gallery
    1.7 km
  • National Gallery of Australia
    1.8 km
  • Questacon
    1.8 km
  • National Museum of Australia
    2.5 km
  • Floriade
    2.8 km
  • Royal Australian Mint
    3.3 km
  • Australian War Memorial
    4.2 km
  • Mount Ainslie Lookout
    5.5 km
  • National Arboretum
    5.7 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Free Serbian Orthodox Church St George
    190 m
  • Mount Franklin
    320 m
  • Canberra Bowling Club
    350 m
  • Barton Private Hospital
    410 m
  • York Park Conservation Site
    410 m
  • Presbyterian Church of St. Andrew
    420 m
  • St Christopher's Cathedral
    470 m
  • Canberra Night Markets
    470 m
  • Australian National Press Club
    550 m
  • PhotoAccess
    580 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Others
  • All children require an additional bed at AUD 20, children are not able to stay for free on existing bedding
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from14:00
  • Check-out until10:00
  • Reception open until21:00
Getting around
  • Distance from city center7. Km
  • Travel time to airport (minutes)20
The property
  • Non-smoking rooms/floorsyes
  • Number of bars/lounges1
  • Number of floors2
  • Number of restaurants1
  • Number of rooms 115
  • Year property opened1965
  • Most recent renovation2011

Property announcements

The property's on-site restaurant is now open from 05:00 PM to 08:00 PM Monday to Friday for Dinner - take away and room service only.

Guests are required to show a photo identification with address, and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability upon check-in and additional charges may apply.

Reviews of Forrest Hotel and Apartments from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.0
Cleanliness8.3
Facilities7.4
Location8.5
Room comfort and quality7.8
Service8.3
Value for money8.0
High score for Canberra
Rating
9+ Exceptional (204)
8-9 Excellent (123)
7-8 Very Good (149)
6-7 Good (63)
<6 Below Expectation (79)
Time of the year
Mar - May (140)
Jun - Aug (163)
Sep - Nov (122)
Dec - Feb (193)

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10.0
Exceptional
Samuel from Australia
Couple
Standard Queen
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

Nice handy place”

Just in Canberra for a couple of days visiting grandson and parents. Room reasonable size had asked for larger bed which we got looked like two singles put together, but you wouldn’t know. It was comfortable and had an electric blanket which was great given the cold nights . So good only noticed the reverse cycle air conditioner which we had not used. All in all pretty good at a great price.

Reviewed June 05, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Robert from Australia
Couple
Standard Queen
Stayed 3 nights in January 2020

Excellent - value for money 3 star hotel in great location”

We very much enjoyed this 3 star budget hotel/apartments and we will be using this place for all our visits to Canberra in the future. Compared to a ****hole in Quenbeyan or Fyshwick that costs more, this place is an absolute bargain. The rooms are small but neat and clean, and the bedding is good, the TV and internet is great, the location is quiet, and all round it is great value. This is not a hotel to stay at all day as rooms too small - but for value, facilities and location - unbeatable. The attached Sherwood Restaurant provides excellent value meals and they also offer room service which is unbelievable in a 3 star. All round highly recommended budget hotel in Canberra - probably the best value in town - I lived there for over 20 years so know. I am worried writing this as I fear the place will become too full when we need visit family and friends - but this place deserves it. Fantastic find - dont tell anyone.

Reviewed February 01, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Chern from Australia
Family with young children
Executive 2 Bedroom Albany Apartment (Compact)
Stayed 1 night in April 2022

Good size apartment for family of 4”

We stayed for one night as a family of 4 and we found it very comfortable and spacious. Good provision of basic necessity, added bonus of a washing machine, dish washer and very clean apartment. Good location, very close to Parliament House and city centre. Would definitely stay here again, highly recommend!

Reviewed April 30, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Kim from Australia
Couple
Standard Queen
Stayed 1 night in January 2023

Exceptional”

Good Location it was only 5min away from shops good value and very clean

Reviewed January 30, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Danielle from Australia
Solo traveler
Standard Queen
Stayed 1 night in June 2020

Super friendly and helpful staff ”

The staff were lovely and accommodating, having owners who are decent people who treat both staff and customers well always shines through the ranks. The rooms are clean, quiet and the onsite chef’s food delicious with room delivery if wanted. I’ve stayed here several times, some rooms are larger than others but even in the smaller rooms they are cosy in winter with the heating no doona required, and cool in summer with aircon. The location is fantastic close to the city and Manuka and restaurants when COVID isn’t in full swing. I will continue to stay here when I travel to Canberra.

Reviewed June 10, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Lily from Australia
Group
Special Offer: Two-Bedroom Apartment
Stayed 1 night in September 2022

2 bed room apartment ”

We stayed in a two room apartment and it was absolutely perfect! Couldn’t find any faults in it, the rooms were heated as well

Reviewed September 08, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
WENDY from Australia
Family with young children
Superior Two bedroom Apartment
Stayed 2 nights in November 2022

Comfortable and convenient”

Lovely barbecue and grass area - very suitable for children. Comfortable with plenty of room inside. This will be our go-to accommodation in Canberra!

Reviewed November 18, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Heidi from Australia
Couple
Standard Queen
Stayed 1 night in November 2022

Exceptional”

The best location and so close to the city. Our room was bigger than we expected which was a nice surprise. Definitely will be coming back next time when visiting Canberra!

Reviewed November 06, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Fatma from Australia
Family with young children
Standard Twin
Stayed 3 nights in December 2022

Great stay”

Stay in the heart of Canberra with great service and facilities!

Reviewed December 30, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Nicholas from Australia
Couple
Standard Queen
Stayed 2 nights in December 2019

A nice place to stay at this price point, with lovely staff in a good location”

Canberra at Christmas is quiet, which reflected on the hotel. A quiet hotel, in a quiet location. But very close to Parliament House. Canberra is a large city with everything spread out so it's difficult to say "this hotel is central" or "that hotel is central" to everything. That's impossible. But for the Parliament house and Lake district, this hotel was lovely. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. Enough onsite parking too. Restaurant and shopping district only two blocks away. The room was clean and the bathroom spacious. The only possible negative (and it's not a biggie) is that the restaurant boasts a 'bar' but it doesn't actually have a bar (that most people understand). And the restaurant closes early. However, given that I was the only person in there over a two hour period, there's really no point to stay open. The bar and restaurant staff are very friendly and the service was great. The price point is spectacular. We'd definitely return! Thanks for a lovely stay.

Reviewed January 07, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
AJAY from Australia
Couple
Standard Queen
Stayed 2 nights in July 2022

BEST VALUE FOR COMFORT ”

VERY NICE WARM COMFERTABLE ROOMS . CLEANED EVERY DAY, FRIENDLY STAFF, WOULD RECCOMEND FOREST HOTEL AND APPARTMENTS FOR ANY ONE PLANNING A SHORT FEW DAY STAY IN CANBERRA.

Reviewed July 15, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Gordon from Australia
Couple
1 Bedroom Executive Apartment
Stayed 3 nights in March 2021

Exceptional”

Lovely one bedroom apartment within walking distance to Manuka shops and cafes. It rained almost all the time but having an apartment meant we were comfortable and not tripping over each other. Washing machine a bonus. Will definately stay here again.

Reviewed March 23, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
Graham from Australia
Couple
Standard Queen
Stayed 1 night in March 2022

Value for money”

My partner and I thought our stay was value for money it had the necessary items that we needed TV a jug for coffee or tea though a biscuit or two wouldn’t of gone astray next time we are at camera we are probably passed through again Best wishes Natt and Paul

Reviewed March 15, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Miyaka from Australia
Family with young children
Standard Queen
Stayed 3 nights in October 2021

The staff is friendly and accommodating ”

The hotel is in great location and the room is clean. We will definitely recommend this hotel to everyone who’d like to stay in Canberra.

Reviewed October 19, 2021

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9.2
Exceptional
Paulette from Australia
Couple
Standard Queen
Stayed 1 night in January 2023

Great location and a comfy bed - unbeatable combination!”

The location can’t be beaten - an easy walk to the national gallery and close to restaurants. The staff are friendly and attentive. Very comfortable bed and the room temperature was easy to get right. It was quiet despite being fully occupied. Great value for money.

Reviewed January 07, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Darren from Australia
Family with teens
Executive 2 Bedroom Albany Apartment (Compact)
Stayed 2 nights in March 2020

A great place to stay for families. We stayed in an apartment. We would highly recommend a stay. ”

The executive apartments have been modernised and are very pleasant with all the appliances and utensils for cooking in. Cleaning is of a very high standard. Staff are very friendly. I would highly recommend this as a great place to stay.

Reviewed March 14, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Hengky from Indonesia
Group
Superior Two bedroom Apartment
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

Great place to stay”

The apartment complex is nice with BBQ pit and clean place

Reviewed May 19, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Ian from Australia
Solo traveler
Standard Queen
Stayed 1 night in April 2022

Exceptional”

I had a recently renovated room so can't comment on other rooms but it was clean and comfortable and good value.

Reviewed April 09, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Sunita from Australia
Couple
Standard Queen
Stayed 1 night in January 2023

Excellent short stay ”

Hi it is great for us to stay for a night when transiting through Canberra.

Reviewed January 26, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
David from Australia
Solo traveler
Standard One Bedroom Apartment
Stayed 3 nights in July 2021

I'm happy”

I had a one bedroom executive which was more than adequate. Renovated bathroom & kitchen, furnishings a bit dated, good hot & cold water pressure. Good central location. Staff very helpful.

Reviewed July 28, 2021

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