Canberra hotels
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Low season | July | Cheapest month to stay with an average 33% drop in price. |
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High season | February | Most expensive month to stay with an average 134% rise in price. |
Average price (weeknight) | $182 | Average Sun. - Thu. price over the last 2 weeks. |
Average price (weekend night) | $199 | Average Fri. & Sat. price over the last 2 weeks. |
When to book a hotel in Canberra
Top tips for finding perfect Canberra hotel deals
- If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in Canberra, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper accommodations in Canberra in July and August.
- Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in Canberra if you stay on a Sunday. The opposite is true for, Tuesday, which is usually the most expensive day.
- Book more than 90 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Canberra accommodation.
- The cheapest 3-star hotel room in Canberra found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $31, while the most expensive was $265.
- How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Canberra for 2 days.
- Hoping to see a particularly scenic side of Canberra? Select a hotel next to Lake Burley Griffin, such as the Hyatt Hotel, which is located a 2-minute walk away. Lake Burley Griffin is a scenic man-made lake that boasts a variety of walking trails, boating docks and fishing areas, making it a popular area to explore the city’s natural side.
- If you enjoy art, make sure to choose a hotel next to the National Gallery of Australia, such as the 4-star Little National Hotel Canberra. This museum incorporates both international and local art, with an emphasis on aboriginal pieces, allowing guests to learn more about the region’s rich culture.
- For those that enjoy hiking, book a hotel next to Mount Ainslie, a large hill that has several trails and an overlook that offers sweeping views of Canberra and the surrounding area. The Mercure Canberra is a 4-star hotel that is only a 2-minute drive from Mount Ainslie and a 10-minute walk to the city centre.
- If you are visiting Canberra with your family, try to book a hotel next to a kid-friendly activity, such as the Rydges Capital Hill that is a 10-minute walk from Questacon. Questacon is a children’s museum that contains interactive exhibits related to technology and science, as well as fun forms of entertainment, like puppet shows.
- For travellers who love literature and books, pick a hotel near the National Library of Australia, a large public library that contains several book-related exhibits, a reading room and a bookshop. The Ovolo Nishi hotel is a unique choice that is less than a 5-minute drive from the library and a 6-minute walk to the National Film and Sound Archive.
FAQs when booking a hotel in Canberra
Hotels are safe environments for travellers as long as they properly implement sanitary measures in response to coronavirus (COVID-19). However, we recommend getting in touch with the local authorities regarding safety procedures for hotels in Canberra. For more advice, please view our information page on what to know about coronavirus (COVID-19) and travel.
KAYAK users like staying at Novotel Canberra when looking for a hotel in close proximity to Canberra Centre.
The Crowne Plaza is a modern choice that is only a 10-minute walk to the city centre and has both an outdoor pool and a sauna. The Mantra on Northbourne is an 8-minute walk to Canberra’s business district and has a heated indoor pool.
The Capital Executive Apartment Hotel is only a 7-minute drive to the National Museum of Australia and offers complimentary parking as well as optional breakfast for a small fee. The Capital Executive Apartment Hotel is a 5-minute walk to the Australian National University and offers free parking for guests.
The Diplomat Hotel is a 4-star choice that is only a 2-minute drive from the Parliament House and a 4-minute walk to St. Clare's College. The Best Western Plus Garden City Hotel is a 5-minute drive to the Parliament House and is only a 4-minute walk to the popular Capital Golf Club.
The Quest Canberra is a 3-minute drive to the Australian War Memorial and is less than a 10-minute drive to the National Gallery of Australia. The Tall Trees Hotel is a quaint choice that is a 6-minute drive to the memorial and a 10-minute drive to Canberra’s business district.
After you launch a hotel search on KAYAK, you can refine your research by neighbourhood, which allows you to pick the central Canberra districts. You can also do a search using the city map to choose a specific location, like Canberra city centre
Take a look at our extensive hotel map to find the best hotels near you.