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Forrest Hotel and Apartments

3.5 star property
Motel with restaurant, near Parliament House

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Welcome to our hotel, featuring a beautifully manicured lawn and a spacious outdoor seating area with comfortable seating.
Two single beds with matching bedding, a window with curtains, and a framed picture adorn this cozy space.
Kitchen features a double oven, microwave, and refrigerator, along with ample storage and a tiled backsplash.
Stunning building with a spacious event space and large windows.
Enjoy convenient kitchen amenities with a washer and dishwasher.
Forrest Hotel and Apartments, near Parliament House, offers a warm welcome with an on-site restaurant serving breakfast and dinner. Unwind in the garden or outdoor entertainment area, connect to in-room WiFi, enjoy free self parking and luggage storage. Previous guests rave about the overall value and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Conference centre
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Limited housekeeping
The current price is NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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Standard One Bedroom Apartment | Living area

Standard One Bedroom Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Executive Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Executive One Bedroom Apartment | Living area

Executive One Bedroom Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Forrest Double Room Special - limited housekeeping

1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Forrest Double Room Special - limited housekeeping

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Toaster
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Executive Two Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Superior Two Bedroom Apartment | Living area

Superior Two Bedroom Apartment

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(85 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Welcome to our hotel lobby, featuring a reception desk with a mountain design, wooden flooring, and a large rug with a pattern.

Mercure Canberra

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
8.0 out of 10, Very good, 1,000 reviews
The price is NZ$155
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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About the area

Map
30 National Circuit, Forrest, ACT, 2603

What's nearby

  • Parliament House - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Old Parliament House - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • National Gallery of Australia - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Australian National University - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • National Museum of Australia - 7 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.) - 16 min drive
  • Queanbeyan Railway Station - 13 min drive
  • Kingston Canberra Station - 29 min walk
  • Bungendore Station - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Urban Pantry - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ostani - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Public Bar & Dining Room - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Belluci's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪My Cafe in Manuka - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

Forrest Hotel and Apartments puts you a short five-minute drive from National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Sherwood Restaurant, which serves breakfast and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge and a garden. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and overall value.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 114 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Winery tours nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (915 square feet of space)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Toaster

More

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Dining

Sherwood Restaurant – This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 per cent

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 20.0 per night
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds and high chair

Policies

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.
This property does not have lifts.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Forrest Hotel and Apartments offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Forrest Hotel and Apartments 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.

Are pets allowed at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Forrest Hotel and Apartments and nearby?

Forrest Hotel and Apartments has a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

Yes, Sherwood Restaurant offers al fresco dining.

What's the area around Forrest Hotel and Apartments like?

Forrest Hotel and Apartments is in Forrest, a short 20-minute walk from Parliament House and 9 minutes' walk from Manuka Shopping Centre. The local area is considered walkable, as well as being good for shopping.

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Forrest Hotel and Apartments Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Parking was convenient and secure with good availability. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Always a great place to stay.
3-night trip

10/10

All round great stay friendly staff
2-night trip

10/10

Just stayed 1 night, staff helpful.
1-night trip

8/10

good local for the sights and AFL nice shops food outlets at Manuka only 5 minute walk
4-night trip

8/10

Convenient, parking included and comfortable.
3-night trip

10/10

good place for family traveling
1-night trip

10/10

Better than expected. Decent value for money. Good (walkable) location.
1-night trip

8/10

Good place to stay
1-night trip

10/10

Great location. Within walking distance of Parliament House and local Cafe strip.
2-night trip

10/10

I heve been in this hotel many times and I find it very good for the price
1-night trip

8/10

Great location. Clean and reasonable price. Comfortable beds.
3-night trip

10/10

all good, great location, basic all included as anticated, which suited me requirement for a quick stay rayB
1-night trip

10/10

Nice place Close to everything that matters Friendly helpful staff
1-night trip

10/10

standard hotel close to where we had work commitment's
1-night trip

8/10

GREAT QUIT PLACE TO STAY
2-night trip

8/10

Perfectly adequate for business travel, well priced, a little outdated but clean, tidy, spacious, quiet apartment.
2-night trip

8/10

Good Location.. Basic clean rooms, well priced.. Would definitely stay again.
1-night trip

10/10

Very peaceful and beautiful area, friendly staff and the City with inspiration at every time.
1-night trip

8/10

Front staff is very helpful and friendly.
1-night trip

10/10

Great value, well sized rooms, clean and comfortable.
1-night trip

10/10

Property is located in a nice quiet area. It is clean and well presented. Nice place to stay and is reasonably priced
1-night trip

10/10

Good place
1-night trip

8/10

Great location
2-night trip

6/10

Nice place to stay if you’re in Canberra to visit Parliament or the national war Museum it’s very close to everything
1-night trip

10/10

Nice clean and convenience place to stay 👍
1-night trip