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Novotel Canberra

4.5 star property
Hotel with a fitness centre, a quick walk to Australian National University

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Lobby
Exterior
In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Sports facility
Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May

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65 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra, ACT, 2600
  • Australian National University
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Canberra Centre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Australian War Memorial
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Canberra

Novotel Canberra places you in the centre of Canberra, within a short 5-minute stroll of Australian National University and Canberra Centre. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, First Edition, is open for breakfast and dinner. First Edition Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with lunch and light fare. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub, sauna and pool loungers. 7 meeting rooms and a conference centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Canberra City Centre hotel include National Convention Centre and Commonwealth Park.

What's nearby

  • Australian National University - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Canberra Centre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • National Convention Centre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Australian War Memorial - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Parliament House - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Novotel Canberra

Hotel with a fitness centre, a quick walk to Australian National University
As a guest of Novotel Canberra, you'll find an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness centre. 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 centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Novotel Canberra offers 286 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary slippers. This individually furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Canberra hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Restaurants on site

  • First Edition
  • First Edition Bar

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

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
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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 per cent 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 15 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 60.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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 per cent

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 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 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 all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 15 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

Canberra Novotel
Novotel Canberra Hotel
Novotel Canberra
Novotel Hotel Canberra
Novotel Canberra Hotel
Novotel Canberra Hotel Canberra
Novotel Canberra Canberra
Novotel Canberra Hotel Canberra

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Novotel Canberra?

Novotel Canberra offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Canberra?

As of 26 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Canberra on 4 May 2025 start from NZ$180.70, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Novotel Canberra?

Yep, Novotel Canberra has a self car park with in/out privileges for AUD 32 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Does Novotel Canberra have a pool?

Take your pick from a heated pool, a pool and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Novotel Canberra?

Novotel Canberra features a heated pool, an indoor pool and 1 hot tub.

Is Novotel Canberra family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and an indoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Novotel Canberra is a hit with families.

Does Novotel Canberra serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet brekkie is available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Novotel Canberra?

No, Novotel Canberra does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Novotel Canberra?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Novotel Canberra?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Novotel Canberra?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Novotel Canberra Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 280 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 306 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 203 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 141 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 74 out of 1004 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

8/10 Good

Jenny

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

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

Renae

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pin Chen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice room and bed. convenience to city and bus station
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

vicki

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juanita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super convenient ! Comfy and clean and quiet. Great staff and service !
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Deanna

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quick check in and check out. Limited staff around. We had no bath towels in our room. We called every service on the phone and finally spoke to concierge. Towels arrived 25 mins later. I had to dry my body and hair with a hand towel. Not ideal!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Madeleine

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Neha

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Pradhiban

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean rooms and great location - close to shops, cafes and restaurants. In terms of hotel facilities - we’ve stayed at many hotels - including other Accor ones - around the world and this was below par. Housekeeping wraps up by 1pm, so if you want rooms cleaned, that won’t happen again until the next day. Service at check in not as warm and welcoming as in other hotels. The breakfast buffet was boring and had very view options. People are still paying good money for this so it should be better. At other buffets, you are led to a table and coffee orders are taken. Here, you have to pay an extra charge for coffee if you want it made, otherwise you make your own coffee at a machine that literally serves water. Shout out to Kenneth who went above and beyond for us at the buffet, apologised for the limited options (not his fault), and made us amazing cappuccinos. Overall, great location, clean rooms but compared to other Accor hotels we’ve stayed at in Australia and globally, this one has a lot to live up to.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Carla

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was very dated. The pool in summer was so cold we couldn’t use it. There are nicer hotels in the area in the same price range that I would try first before coming back here.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Scott

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
The Novotel is so close to the Canberra centre and a myriad of eating places. It is well located near public transport (Bus Taxi and Light rail) It has a nice pool and good food options. I stayed on the 1st level and found that the rooms could do with a bit of a freshen up. But overall we enjoyed our stay, i would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lachlan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately, our family had a car accident on the way to our holiday in canberra. This hotel then refused to refund (any??) of the money paid to stay several nights there. So whilst the facilities may in fact be great, we cannot in good conscience recommend you stay at such an immoral, unethical and arguably unlawful establishment. Your call.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marvin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Close to awesome cafes and shops
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jebby

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

6/10 Okay

Eugene

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Georgina

Disliked: Staff & service
The reception staff were pretty useless... waited a long time to be served. Didn't answer the phones when I called from my room. There were no towels available at the pool and no one seemed to replace them at any point while I was there. One of the lifts also smelled like beer and vommit when I left at 5am to go to the airport but no staff seemed to be on duty during the night to clean it. None of these things mattered too much for a one night stay but I wouldn't choose to stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Staff were excellent! The property is starting to get tired but the facilities were good. Parking was the only negative.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Sammy

Travelled with family and small children
Location is excellent. Hotel room is good. But they have pillows that look big but squash into nothing and mattress that is way too soft for a good nights sleep.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025