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Novotel Canberra

4.5 star property

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Lobby
Terrace/patio
Sports facility
Exterior

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
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 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

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed

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

Novotel Canberra is in the heart of Canberra, within a 5-minute walk of Australian National University and Canberra Centre. .This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from National Convention Centre and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Commonwealth Park.

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

Hotel with a sauna, a quick walk to Australian National University
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.

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.
Stay in one of 286 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.
Grab a bite to eat at First Edition, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and 7 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
First Edition - This restaurant serves breakfast, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required.
First Edition Bar - This bar serves lunch and light fare. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English

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)

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

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 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 60.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
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

Novotel Canberra Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 287 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 202 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 136 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 77 out of 1002 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

6/10 Okay

Kate

Business traveller
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Basically a 3 star hotel. Decent enough but let down by the food and a price point more towards 4 star type properties. Rooms and furnishings are dated.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to ANU
Stayed 2 nights 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