The Hyatt Canberra is an extravagant four-and-a-half-pearl hotel on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin, a four-minute drive from Parliament House. Guests appreciate the Old World atmosphere, with its doormen wearing 19th-century uniforms, and a dedicated formal lounge for afternoon tea. Other dining options include a restaurant serving a seafood buffet, and two smaller and more intimate bars. The 252 neutral-tone rooms are elegant, albeit a bit staid, outfitted with king-size beds, deep tubs and separate rainfall showers, and kettles. This is a convenient location for business travelers, but a bit removed from most shops, bars, and restaurants. Travelers looking to stay closer to the action might want to try the stylish Peppers Gallery Hotel, across Lake Burley Griffin.
The Hyatt Canberra is an extravagant four-and-a-half-pearl hotel on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin, a four-minute drive from Parliament House. Guests appreciate the Old World atmosphere, with its doormen wearing 19th-century uniforms, and a dedicated formal lounge for afternoon tea. Other dining options include a restaurant serving a seafood buffet, and two smaller and more intimate bars. The 252 neutral-tone rooms are elegant, albeit a bit staid, outfitted with king-size beds, deep tubs and separate rainfall showers, and kettles. This is a convenient location for business travelers, but a bit removed from most shops, bars, and restaurants. Travelers looking to stay closer to the action might want to try the stylish Peppers Gallery Hotel, across Lake Burley Griffin.
Near Canberra's Parliamentary Triangle, the four-pearl East Hotel is a hip boutique property with a buzz. Upscale interiors include a cute bookstore cafe and an Italian eatery honoring the owners' heritage. A super-sleek design extends to the 140 large rooms, which have excellent kitchens, free Wi-Fi, and PlayStations. Leisure and family travelers join a corporate crowd here, for whom glass-bubble meeting rooms are useful. A modern gym is 24-hour, and while there's no pool on-site, guests can use Manuka Pool a seven-minute walk away for free. Set within zoo grounds, the Jamala Wildlife Lodge Hotel offers a similarly priced nature alternative, but it's less central.
Near Canberra's Parliamentary Triangle, the four-pearl East Hotel is a hip boutique property with a buzz. Upscale interiors include a cute bookstore cafe and an Italian eatery honoring the owners' heritage. A super-sleek design extends to the 140 large rooms, which have excellent kitchens, free Wi-Fi, and PlayStations. Leisure and family travelers join a corporate crowd here, for whom glass-bubble meeting rooms are useful. A modern gym is 24-hour, and while there's no pool on-site, guests can use Manuka Pool a seven-minute walk away for free. Set within zoo grounds, the Jamala Wildlife Lodge Hotel offers a similarly priced nature alternative, but it's less central.
Aria Hotel Canberra is an attractive three-pearl hotel set in a quiet neighborhood to the north of the city. The location is a bit removed from the city attractions but shopping and dining in the Dickson area is within walking distance and it's a five-minute drive downtown. Most rooms are full apartments and the hotel doesn't have many features, but guests can access amenities at its neighboring sister hotel -- including a pool, gym, and restaurant. The 128 rooms are modern, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi, and apartments feature full kitchens. There's a lobby cafe for breakfast and room service for those who want a break from cooking. Guests looking for more atmosphere could opt for East Hotel in Kingston, closer to restaurants and bars, though rates are higher.
Aria Hotel Canberra is an attractive three-pearl hotel set in a quiet neighborhood to the north of the city. The location is a bit removed from the city attractions but shopping and dining in the Dickson area is within walking distance and it's a five-minute drive downtown. Most rooms are full apartments and the hotel doesn't have many features, but guests can access amenities at its neighboring sister hotel -- including a pool, gym, and restaurant. The 128 rooms are modern, with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi, and apartments feature full kitchens. There's a lobby cafe for breakfast and room service for those who want a break from cooking. Guests looking for more atmosphere could opt for East Hotel in Kingston, closer to restaurants and bars, though rates are higher.
Jamala Wildlife Lodge offers the unique experience of sleeping just a (thick) glass wall away from lions, hyenas, bears, giraffes, and lemurs. This luxurious all-inclusive property is located inside Canberra’s National Zoo & Aquarium, and all but three of its 18 rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking animal enclosures. There is a lovely infinity pool exclusively for Ushaka Lodge guests, but it is barely used, as days are packed with activities, including exclusive zoo tours, afternoon tea, and one-on-one time with animals. Rooms are elegant and luxurious, with beautiful African-themed decor, four-poster beds, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. It is a fun educational experience for couples and families, but note that no kids under six are allowed on-site, and there are age restrictions in Cheetah, Lion, and Tiger Bungalows.
Jamala Wildlife Lodge offers the unique experience of sleeping just a (thick) glass wall away from lions, hyenas, bears, giraffes, and lemurs. This luxurious all-inclusive property is located inside Canberra’s National Zoo & Aquarium, and all but three of its 18 rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking animal enclosures. There is a lovely infinity pool exclusively for Ushaka Lodge guests, but it is barely used, as days are packed with activities, including exclusive zoo tours, afternoon tea, and one-on-one time with animals. Rooms are elegant and luxurious, with beautiful African-themed decor, four-poster beds, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. It is a fun educational experience for couples and families, but note that no kids under six are allowed on-site, and there are age restrictions in Cheetah, Lion, and Tiger Bungalows.
