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Little Drifter Canberra
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Little Drifter Canberra

7 Akuna Street, Canberra, ACT 2601, Australia
Canberra, Australia
See location+61 262 489 155
From
$85
Cheapest

rate per night

7.7
Good
based on 2102 reviews
2,102 reviews
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Nightly total
Standard Room
Double room
Queen room

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Hostel in Canberra, near Australian National University Along with a microwave in a common area, this hostel has a refrigerator in a common area and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. Housekeeping is available on request. The Village Canberra - Hostel offers 65 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). 60-cm LCD televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of bedsheets can be requested.
Rating
7.7
Good
Based on 2,102 verified guest reviews

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Little Drifter Canberra

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee shop
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • TV
  • Internet
  • Spa
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Express check-out
  • ATM on-site

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Lockers
  • Carpeted
  • Privacy curtain
  • Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Things to do

  • Bicycle hire
  • Game room
  • Evening entertainment
  • Pool table

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Socket near the bed

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Dining

  • Shared kitchen
  • Coffee shop

Spa

  • Spa
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Indoor play area

Reviews of Little Drifter Canberra

7.7
Good
2102 verified ratings
Wonderful
734
Very good
433
Good
433
Okay
187
Fair
140
Mediocre
49
Poor
122

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Location

7 Akuna Street, Canberra, ACT 2601

What's nearby

  • Canberra Centre149 m
  • Commonwealth Park0.8 km
  • Floriade1 km
  • Australian National University1.3 km
  • Australian War Memorial1.4 km
  • National Museum of Australia1.7 km
  • National Library of Australia1.7 km
  • Questacon1.9 km
  • National Portrait Gallery2.1 km
  • National Gallery of Australia2.1 km
  • Lake Burley Griffin2.1 km
  • Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House2.3 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Little Drifter Canberra

Low season

August

High season

February

Average price (weeknight)

$41

Average price (weekend night)

$89
Cheapest month to stay with an average 61% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 63% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Little Drifter Canberra

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Little Drifter Canberra

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Little Drifter Canberra, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in August and July.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Little Drifter Canberra, plan to stay on a Thursday or Wednesday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Little Drifter Canberra was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $46, while the most expensive was $46.
  • How long should you stay at Little Drifter Canberra? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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FAQs when booking at Little Drifter Canberra

  • What’s an easy way to get to The Village Canberra from the airport?

    The hotel isn’t very far from Canberra Airport (CBR) and can be reached in a variety of ways. One of the more convenient ways to travel to the hotel is by taxi, which can be caught from outside the terminal building. This takes about 10min in total and drops you off at the doors of the hotel. Alternatively, if you’re travelling on a budget, you can catch the number 3 bus from the airport, which drops you at Legislative Assembly London Cct. From here, the hotel is only a short walk away. The total duration of this journey is about 21min.

  • What’s the recommended room to stay in at the hotel and why?

    A good room to stay in at The Village Canberra is the Double Room with a Private Bathroom. This room is 14 sqm and provides a double mattress that you can spread out on. You will get to wake up to a city view every morning, which is the perfect way to start your day. The room also comes with a TV that you can enjoy after a long day exploring the city. Air conditioning in the room is perfect for cooling you down during the hot summer months, whilst heating is also provided for the winter. You will be able to work at the desk provided, to catch up on any business whilst you’re in the hotel.

  • Why should I stay at this hotel instead of other hotels nearby?

    This is a great hotel to stay at if you’re travelling on a budget, with there being a variety of room options available at reasonable prices. It’s also the perfect hotel to stay at if you want to meet like-minded travellers, with some of the rooms being dormitories that fit up to 10 people.

  • What are the laundry services at the hotel?

    If you need to do some washing when you’re staying at The Village Canberra, you will be able to do so with ease. You will be able to find a washing machine and tumble dryer on site, so you won’t have to walk far to clean your items. These facilities are coin operated, so make sure you have some spare change for the machines. The reception desk may be able to provide change too.

  • How can I request an early check-in or late check-out at the hotel? Does this cost extra?

    The normal check-in time is from 14:00 to midnight, and occasionally you’ll be able to check in early for free; this just depends on whether your room is ready earlier. So, you won’t be able to guarantee this until the day of your stay. For checking out, the official time is 10:00; however, provided you ask at least 24 hours beforehand, you may be able to get a late check-out. This depends on whether there are guests arriving the following day. You can expect to pay an additional charge for this. In general, there is a 24-hour desk at the hotel, so you can ask for information around the clock.

  • Where is Little Drifter Canberra located?

    Little Drifter Canberra is located at 7 Akuna Street in Canberra City, 2.7 km from the centre of Canberra. Canberra Centre is the closest landmark to Little Drifter Canberra.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Little Drifter Canberra?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Little Drifter Canberra.

  • Does Little Drifter Canberra offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Little Drifter Canberra offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Little Drifter Canberra from the airport?

    Little Drifter Canberra is 6.9 km from Canberra. Little Drifter Canberra is 114.8 km from Moruya.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Little Drifter Canberra hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Little Drifter Canberra in Canberra and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Little Drifter Canberra and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Little Drifter Canberra.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.5

Distance to city centre

2.7 km

Nearest airport

Canberra

Distance to airport

6.3 km