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Novotel Canberra

4.5 star property
4.5-star hotel near Australian National University

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Lobby
Sports facility
Exterior
Lobby
Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available

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65 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra, ACT, 2600
  • Canberra Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Australian National University
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Australian War Memorial
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7.2 out of 10
Good
(35 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Canberra

City center retreat .At this Canberra City Centre hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Australian National University and Canberra Centre. National Convention Centre and Commonwealth Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Canberra Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Australian National University - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • National Convention Centre - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Australian War Memorial - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • National Gallery of Australia - 4 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Kingston Canberra Station - 10 min drive
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪King O'Malley's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Molly - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Akiba - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪White Rabbit Cocktail Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Verity Lane Market - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Novotel Canberra

4.5-star hotel near Australian National University
As a guest of Novotel Canberra, you'll find an indoor pool, a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There are 7 meeting rooms available. A terrace, multilingual staff, and concierge services are also featured at the business-friendly Novotel Canberra. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Canberra hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 286 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Novotel Canberra offers 286 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and slippers. These individually furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Canberra hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (AUD 32 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; AUD 30 to 35 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 80
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.4 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 60.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 30 to 35 for adults, and AUD 0 to 16 for children
  • Self parking fee: AUD 32 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in fee: AUD 80 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 60.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.4 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

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Novotel Canberra Hotel
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Novotel Canberra Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 288 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 201 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 137 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 76 out of 1000 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, very clean, great facilities and very helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Decent clean hotel

Decent clean hotel. Pool area was good but sauna was closed for some reason.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rene

Business traveller

Terrible customer service

Terrible service, made a mistake on the reservation but they are not able to change the reservation they blame the operator. No recomendéis, terrible customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kheng Boon

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is very convenient and accessible to all amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Neha

Disliked: Cleanliness
I would recommend the maintenance team to get the poorly ventilated vents inside rooms.they are covered in heapsbif dirt and grim. The spa pool is too compact and gets overcrowded for a shared facility.The water gets dirty so quickly,one doesnt feel like to get in.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Beverley

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Frustrating the car park was full
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is good, but the hotel is dated. Overdue for renovation and a refresh
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

myles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A room booked for 3 people only had 1 bed ready, had to ask reception to make the bed, and only 2 towels instead of 3. Waited for a seat for the buffet breakfast for 30 mins both days. The room card stopped working 2 hours before check out.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the hotel and felt safe there. Didn’t like the state of Canberra. Graffiti & drunk people passed out on pavement
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

jean marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jenny

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
be back again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bed was very comfortable, buffet breakfast was good & containers refilled regularly. The evening meal on the 2nd night was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Callum

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kellyanne

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Under our beds were filthy, there was a ball, hair ties, brochures and months worth of dust. When we arrived there was 1 staff member in desk after waiting about 10 minutes whilst she was taking calls we going out that we had to park off sight and were handed a list of places for us to find.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient location

Whenever I stay n Canberra, I always choose the Novotel. So convenient
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Travelled with family
Some things havent changed in literally 30. Years eg pool area . Husband got swimmers caught on broken air/water jet in spa fortunately we were able to free him. Room is a good size but very dated. Granddaughters fold up bed was uncomfortable next time we will book a real bed for third occupant. Donuts were stale at breakfastrest of breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025