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Jamala Wildlife Lodge

4.0 star property
Adults-only hotel with free breakfast and a seasonal outdoor pool

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Giraffe Tree House | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, sun loungers
Lemur Room | View from room
Terrace/patio
Giraffe Tree House | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar
Jamala Wildlife Lodge sits in a rural setting where guests enjoy a full breakfast at the coffee shop before heading to the outdoor pool surrounded by garden views. The helpful staff ensures a memorable stay, and WiFi keeps everyone connected throughout the property.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • All inclusive
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Meerkat Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Meerkat Suite

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Sofa Beds and 2 King Beds

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Grand Shark Suite (Shark and Hyena Feeding experience) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Grand Shark Suite (Shark and Hyena Feeding experience)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Wild Encounter Room (Meet a Cheetah experience for 2) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Wild Encounter Room (Meet a Cheetah experience for 2)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 40 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Lemur Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Lemur Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 36 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Meerkat Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Meerkat Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 38 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Reef Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Reef Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Pillowtop bed
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Giraffe Tree House | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Giraffe Tree House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 38 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Canberra, Jamala Wildlife Lodge is in a rural area. Royal Australian Mint and Albert Hall are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Black Mountain Nature Reserve and Canberra Nature Park. National Zoo and Aquarium and National Arboretum Canberra are also worth visiting.
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999 Lady Denman Drive, Canberra, ACT, 2611

What's nearby

  • National Zoo and Aquarium - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Australian National University - 3 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Canberra Centre - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Parliament House - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • National Gallery of Australia - 8 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Kingston Canberra Station - 15 min drive
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Home Brew Cafe And Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Home Ground - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Turkish Halal Pide House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Deakin & Me - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Jamala Wildlife Lodge

Upscale all-inclusive hotel near Australian National University
At Jamala Wildlife Lodge, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a business center.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Concierge services, a gift shop, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as free international calls and premium bedding, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Rainfall showers, designer toiletries, and separate tubs/showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and electric kettles

All inclusive details

This hotel is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2015
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 4 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 4 and older are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from November 01 to April 30
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Guests under 4 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Jamala Wildlife Lodge Weston Creek
Jamala Wildlife Weston Creek
Jamala Wildlife Lodge Molonglo Valley
Jamala Wildlife Molonglo Valley
Jamala Wildlife Molonglo Vall
Jamala Wildlife Lodge Hotel
Jamala Wildlife Lodge Canberra
Jamala Wildlife Lodge Hotel Canberra

Frequently asked questions

Does Jamala Wildlife Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–7:00 PM.

Is Jamala Wildlife Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Jamala Wildlife Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Jamala Wildlife Lodge?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Jamala Wildlife Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Jamala Wildlife Lodge?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive.

Where is Jamala Wildlife Lodge located?

Situated in a rural location, this all-inclusive hotel is steps from National Zoo and Aquarium and Lake Burley Griffin. National Arboretum Canberra and Molonglo River Reserve are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Jamala Wildlife Lodge Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

10

Staff & service

9.8

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 181 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 181 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 181 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 181 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 181 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful tour of zoo, excellent food and accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jingxian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very special stay inside of zoo. Service is superb. Unforgettable!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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

Fantastic Experience

Absolutely amazing place to visit and stay. Everyone is so friendly and helpful, rooms very comfortable and clean, fantastic experience.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was told I there were 2 double beds in our room when I phone before I booked. On arrival there was a a king bed & a roll away bed which they set up while we were having dinner. Other that that everything else was sensational.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was an amazing experience especially if you love animals, I love how the money also go towards the animals as well ❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aznive.

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

Fun stay with surrounding animals.

It was a wonderful stay, very well been looked after. Amazing staff, amazing animals.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay and visit!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
JAMALA what a place, everyone and everything was excellent,the food was delicious and plenty of it,all the staff were amazing couldn't do enough to help you.We will definitely go back and everyone,do your self a favour and do this, it's an experience of a lifetime.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing room, staff, service and experience. Dinner and breakfast were excellent. Great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The interaction with the cheeta.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our second time here and just as enjoyable. Stayed in the reef room and Oscar was a delight.Once again the food,service,drinks and knowledgeable staff were 5 stars all the way. Cant recommend a stay here enough times.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were helpful and attentive the atmosphere was one of relaxed, and informative.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can not fault anything about Jamala, the zoo itself is exceptional with the cleanliness, the atmosphere and most importantly the animals are cared for with love & respect. This was the 2nd time we stayed overnight and the whole experience was again exceptional with the staff, the food and the rooms all outstanding!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such pleasure and felt so welcomed at this unique Zoo. I appreciate every moment and hope they are all proud to be part of an amazing team as their service and enthusiasm really shone through
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most incredible experience. Stayed in the giraffe treehouse room with my 7 year old son. Just amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is an experience to be enjoyiled. From arrival & afternoon tea, dinner, tour of the zoo and the cheetah encounter, everything was great. The bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved the Jungle Bungalow, the Chetahs came up to the area outside the windows. My Grandson Logan whos 12 Birthday we were there for was totally thrilled. Logan says thank you for his 🎁
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for letting us stay the other day. I was happy to see giraffes from the balcony. As soon as I opened the front door, there were deer and alpacas, which were cute. Everything from dinner to dessert was delicious. The staff were also kind, which we are grateful for as we are not good at English. Touching the rhinos on the morning tour was a good memory.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely brilliant!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

I can’t say enough good things about our stay. From the minute we walked in until we left the next day. The people were incredible. Very attentive, kind and accomodating. The food was beyond fabulous. We had an amazing dinner with multiple courses and all were superb! Our giraffe feeding treehouse was impeccably furnished and very clean. The giraffe feeding experience as well as the guided tour were fun and informative. If you get a chance, go to this place it will not disappoint!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well worth it! Jamala has been on my bucket list for many years and I’m so glad we finally did it! We stayed in the giraffe treehouse for a romantic couples bday getaway, it was incredible! Staff are super lovely, helpful and accommodating. I thought it would be a once in a lifetime experience however, I’m pretty sure we will be back with the kids for their next birthdays. Thank you so much for making it such a special experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Self guided zoo tour instructions not easy to follow.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A truly one-of-a-kind experience. We were celebrating a milestone birthday, and it really felt like the whole team went out of their way to make our stay memorable, even though I’ve learned this is just Jamala’s standard for service! We loved every aspect of our stay, from our brilliant guided tour with Cooper, our exceptional accommodation in the giraffe tree house and very special encounter with Sky and Khamisi, the incredible afternoon tea, dinner and breakfast we enjoyed and our chance to experience the Zoo before everyone arrived in the morning. This was a bucket list experience, but I’m pretty sure we’ll be back! Best of all, Jamala and the Zoo’s commitment to conservation means staying here makes a real difference for the world’s most endangered animals.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

suzanne

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

Amazing experience for your bucket list

This stay was the highlight of my trip. The cost of the room was worth every cent. From the moment you were checked in, nothing was too much trouble. Hotel stay includes extras like, afternoon high tea and drinks on arrival. Small group tour of the zoo, and extra access areas. We stayed in the giraffe treehouse, which was lovely and we got to feed the giraffes from the balcony. Pre dinner drinks and a lovely three course meal with drinks. My other favourite was wondering the zoo early morning before it opens. Hearing the lions wake up. Wow. Breakfast included before check out and free zoo time if you choose.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

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