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Novotel Canberra

4.5 star property
Travelers can enjoy a rejuvenating sauna session after a day of exploring or breeze through express check-in for a hassle-free arrival experience

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Novotel Canberra stands in the city center, offering a contemporary retreat with a peaceful sauna and steam room. Guests can relax in the indoor pool or sip drinks at the bar, all while being steps away from shopping destinations and the Australian National University.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
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  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(44 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Near a metro station, Novotel Canberra is in Canberra City Centre, a walkable area in Canberra with great shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Commonwealth Park and Lake Burley Griffin, while Australian War Memorial and National Gallery of Australia are cultural highlights. Don't miss out on a visit to National Zoo and Aquarium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Canberra travel guide
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65 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra, ACT, 2600

What's nearby

  • Belconnen Town Centre
    Canberra Centre
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Acton featuring forests and a lake or waterhole
    Australian National University
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lake Burley Griffin at Dawn in Canberra, Shutterstock ID 1091125694, Purchase Order: SP-1860, Order Number: SP-1860 ANZ-18111, Client/Licensee: Wotif, Other: Taylor Hatch
    Lake Burley Griffin
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Australian War Memorial showing a pond and heritage architecture
    Australian War Memorial
    3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • National Convention Centre
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Kingston Canberra Station
    14 min drive
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wild Panda
    3 min walk
  • The Goods Wholefoods
    3 min walk
  • First Edition Canberra
    1 min walk
  • Tonic Espresso
    2 min walk
  • Cafe 54
    4 min walk

About this property

Novotel Canberra

Hotel near Australian National University
Located close to Canberra Centre and National Convention Centre, Novotel Canberra provides a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. The on-site restaurant, First Edition, offers breakfast, dinner, light fare, and happy hour. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a conference center.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, an elevator, and luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff, a 24-hour front desk, and a vegetable garden
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 286 individually furnished rooms include comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and free infant beds

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in the Ecotourism Australia Sustainable Tourism and NABERS Energy, programs that measure the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM; AUD 26 per night; reservations required
  • Self parking on site (AUD 35 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self 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

  • In-room crib
  • 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 center

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
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • 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 organized 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 crib

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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 35 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 26 per night (1312 ft away; open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM)
  • 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

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Novotel Canberra Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Does Novotel Canberra have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Novotel Canberra pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for AUD 35 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Novotel Canberra?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of AUD 80 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Novotel Canberra?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Novotel Canberra located?

Located in Canberra City Centre, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Australian National University and Canberra Centre. National Convention Centre and Lake Burley Griffin are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Novotel Canberra Reviews

7.4

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

7.8

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 296 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 294 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 207 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 135 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 68 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place froendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Karma

Liked: Amenities
Staff was friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mary-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room spotless, great location, staff super polite, good selection at breakfast, very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, buffet was good. If you are planning on eating the buffet breakfast, I would recommend getting there early as the queues became quite long later on in the morning. Check in and check out process was smooth. Plenty of on site parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Tv renote didnt work but they sent someone and changed the remote very quickly. Great service. Breakfast was good too.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very clean room. Ideal for a stay in Canberra. Check in staff were very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy self check in, great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Amenities
Good 2 nights close to everything food yummy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neeraj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was neat and clean, facilities at hotel like swimming pool, kids enjoyed a lot.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marijana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb location! It doesn't get any better than this. Despite being family friendly and having lots of couples with children staying there, hotel is wonderfully quiet. Combine that with top notch mattresses, comfortable pillows and high quality linen, you'll have the best night sleep. We left the car at the hotel parking the day we came and didn't need it until we checked out. Hotel is only couple of minutes walk from shopping centre, plenty of coffee shops and restaurants. This is not my first time staying at Novotel Canberra and it certainly won't be the last.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Travelled for work. Confirtable rooms and conveniently located
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Franck

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No issue, heared water cold fantastic breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Indoor pool very popular with kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Dean

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Arrived at 6pm. Room wasn't ready. Was told we'd be called. No phone call. Returned at 8.30 and room was available. No 3rd set of towels. Sofa bed not made up. Rooms were dated. Bathroom wasn't cleaned well. Microwave was dirty. Great location. Limited first in car parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable with great pool, spa and sauna
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was pretty minimal - they just handed over our room key. There isn't information about the facilities in the room - a QR code comes up on the TV, which links you to the information. We don't usually turn on the TV, though - maybe this information could be better displayed on a card in the room with a QR code on it. The pool was lovely - it's a nice temperature, the space is great, and it's fairly child friendly at 1.2m deep with wide steps. They advertise that they have inflatables out during the school holidays, but they weren't there during our stay. Breakfast was fantastic - a fresh, hot buffet with multiple staff providing quick service. It's a good deal to have breakfast included. The location is surprisingly quiet for the city centre - we didn't even hear the buses coming and going. There are major ongoing roadworks out the front of the hotel, but access is maintained and we couldn't hear them during our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, very clean, great facilities and very helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always the best stay and perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Politeness and helpfulness of the staff. Nothing was too much trouble. We particularly liked Going Green and not having our room cleaned every day. One suggestion: It would be great if the coffee lounge could be open outside mealtimes.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful time with my son. The room was clean, the bed was very comfortable, the shower was great, the staff were friendly. We really enjoyed the pool, spa, gym and breakfast. Easy walk into town to food and shopping and very close to the lake where we went for a beautiful bike ride.The only thing I could fault was the paid parking which would have been a significant extra cost if we had stayed longer which we both wanted to!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff were friendly, . Would be good to have onsite parking but plenty of parking near by. Definitely, will come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, we walked to dining options as well as shopping. Rooms are comfortable and the pool, spa and sauna were very much enjoyed. Breakfast was also a wide selection of hot and cold, international buffet
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and try and stay there when visiting Canberra
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast included in nightly rate
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Damien

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and facilities with super friendly staff. The room was quite bright even with the block out curtains closed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025