Novotel Canberra

4.5 star property
Hotel with indoor pool, near Australian National University

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Lobby
Sports facility
Exterior
Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

7.2 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Gym
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Self parking
  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • Conference centre
  • 7 meeting rooms
For families
  • Children stay free
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
The price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
65 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra, ACT, 2600

What's nearby

  • Australian National University - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Canberra Centre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • National Convention Centre - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Australian War Memorial - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Parliament House - 5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.) - 16 min drive
  • Kingston Canberra Station - 10 min drive
  • Queanbeyan Railway Station - 19 min drive
  • Bungendore Station - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Molly - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Akiba - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪White Rabbit Cocktail Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Verity Lane Market - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪PJ O'Reilly's - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Novotel Canberra

Novotel Canberra offers a fantastic location, putting you a short five-minute walk from Australian National University. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or grab a bite to eat at First Edition, which serves breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge, a fitness centre and a hot tub are other highlights. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 286 rooms
    • Arranged over 9 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 1.4 per cent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (15 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • On-site self-parking (AUD 32 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • On-site parking is limited
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Winery tours nearby

Working away

  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness centre
  • An indoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

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.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 30 to 35 for adults and AUD 0 to 16 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of AUD 80 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.4 per cent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 60.0 per night

Parking

  • Self-parking costs AUD 32 per night with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
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.

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Novotel Canberra offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Novotel Canberra does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Novotel Canberra?
Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Novotel Canberra?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Novotel Canberra?
Yes. Self-parking costs AUD 32 per night. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Novotel Canberra?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of AUD 80 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Novotel Canberra?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Canberra (11-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Novotel Canberra and nearby?
Novotel Canberra has an indoor pool and a sauna, as well as a steam room.
Are there restaurants at or near Novotel Canberra?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, First Edition.
What's the area around Novotel Canberra like?
Novotel Canberra is in Canberra City Centre, a short 4-minute walk from Australian National University and 4 minutes' walk from Canberra Centre. Travellers say that the area is walkable and good for families.

Novotel Canberra Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Albert, 2-night business trip
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6/10 Good

Michael, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Rowena, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Sharon, 1-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Very disappointed for 4.5 star hotel . The room was comfortable however furnishings were old needs revamping. Had to ask for slippers was told not available when told to see the manager slippers turned up in the room . Had to request twice for bath gowns. Television not working sound picture disappearing . Breakfast room dirty tables and cloth seats dirty stains etc . Needless to say very disappointed For a Brand name Novotel 4:5 star hotel .
2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Ian, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Overnight stay Canberra
Good hotel convenient location, reasonable value for money
Barry, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Max, 1-night business trip
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4/10 Fair

Disappointing introduction to our National Capital
Long delays at check-in and when we left the hotel sometime later there was still a substantial queue. We were unable to get a booking for the restaurant in spite of a large portable advertising sign advertising the restaurant outside the front of the hotel. Suggested the sign should be removed and advice from hotel staff was that “there are plenty of places outside the hotel to eat”! Staff were very dismissive and none were wearing name tags. Room very tired. Overall very disappointing and not a great introduction to Canberra.
Matthew, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff
Staff very friendly and room very clean
Ian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very convenient place to stay when In Canberra
Christian, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Tom, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

Daniel, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

Extortion rates for an average hotel. Would not stay at again
Scott, 3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Tim, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Smelt terribly, had issues with lifts not working, car park roller door stopped working. Overpriced for an outdated hotel room. Will not stay again
Elizabeth, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

David, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor

We have stayed at Novotel many times over the years however the state of the hotel for this stay was horrible. Dirty socks from previous guest left in our room, beds were so uncomfortable where the four of us had no sleep for two nights, the pillows were flat and old, the carpets were worn out and dirty. Cleaner came on second day and only fixed beds. Did not clean the room. The bathroom had no soap or body wash and only shampoo and conditioner. There was no parking available for guests so we had to park a few blocks away and lug our luggage through Canberra streets. The pool was not clean nor heated. Very bad experience this time around z we won’t be staying there again.
Viki, 2-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Fantastic location
Lorena, 2-night family trip
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4/10 Fair

We walked into our room to a bandaid in the bathroom only to them discover our balcony door didn’t lock (with 2 young children with us). We got moved to another room. Rooms were out dated and basic. Bedding average with uncomfortable pillows. The included breakfast was decent however managed to score myself a cup covered in lipstick so not washed properly. The pool are was was good. Despite the drama the staff was friendly and apologetic but I expect a lot more when I’m paying what I did for the Novotel brand. Over priced for the experience we had.
Rosemary, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

We tried to call the hotel after we have checked out to confirm if we left something but its really hard to connect - took more than two hours 😔
Levi, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good

No free parking at the hotel
IAN, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Gregory, 3-night romance trip
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