Mantra on Northbourne

Hotels
Mantra
7.6 (1322 reviews)
84 Northbourne Ave , Canberra , au

Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Good location
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Dated room quality
Uncomfortable beds
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.96
The rooms were clean and immaculate.
Service
8.63
Staff were lovely, accommodating, and personally assisted guests with room access.
Location
8.47
Great central location, close to Canberra city.
Room Quality
6.72
Some rooms were dated, with specific concerns about the beds and furniture.
Amenities
6.95
Limited facilities reported, including outdated hallways and issues with access.
Value for Money
7.11
Breakfast was enjoyable, but the overall quality doesn't fully match the price.
Food and Beverage
7.46
Breakfast was delicious but lacked variety.
Overall Experience
7.53
Overall a decent experience with notable pros and cons.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 04:44

Property Description

Modern Property in Canberra CBD

Well-Equipped Accommodation
The rooms at Mantra On Northbourne are designed to meet your needs with modern amenities. The fully self-contained suites offer a full kitchen, laundry facilities, and spacious living areas for your comfort and convenience.

Onsite Dining and Leisure Facilities
Indulge in a culinary experience at the Stock Kitchen & Bar, open for breakfast, or unwind in the fitness centre, sauna, and heated indoor pool within the Mantra complex. These amenities cater to your relaxation and enjoyment during your stay.

Prime Location for Exploration
Conveniently located near the National Gallery and Parliament House, Mantra on Northbourne offers easy access to cultural landmarks and vibrant shopping and nightlife scenes. Immerse yourself in the best of Canberra right at your doorstep.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Mantra On Northbourne.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

The legal guardian must provide a current photo ID or proof of guardianship if requested upon check-in. Please kindly note this property does not accept cash as they have a cashless system.

Please note that payment of your account with any credit card, will incur a credit card transaction fee of up to 1.5%. When booking 8 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplement may apply.Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: CBR

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs AUD 20 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for AUD 10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for AUD 60 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 1322 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.96
Service: 8.63
Location: 8.47
Room Quality: 6.72
Amenities: 6.95
Value for Money: 7.11
Food and Beverage: 7.46
Overall Experience: 7.53
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Ben family_with_children au
8
2026-04-18 via Nuitee
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Murray couple au
8
2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Ged couple au
7
2026-04-14 via Nuitee
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Matthew extended_group au
10
Would recommend
Pros:

Location & Friendly Staff

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Kylie couple au
1
Very average - look elsewhere
Cons:

The property’s location makes it extremely noisy
The interior of our room was old and the online image wasn’t similar in our opinion
The excess noise on Saturday evening was awful & we barely slept - complained multiple times

2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Michelle family_with_children au
7
2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Sukannika family_with_children au
4
2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Samantha couple au
10
2026-04-10 via Nuitee
K
KAREN couple au
7
Pros:

Location to city and tram

2026-04-08 via Nuitee
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Coleman couple au
5
Clean, pleasant, basic.
Pros:

Location near lots of restaurants

Cons:

Booking did not include room being serviced. No in house restaurant. No room service.

2026-04-03 via Nuitee
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Chris solo_traveller au
9
Another great visit & no early morning fire alarm this time which was fantastic! Thank you for a great stay!
Pros:

I stay there often when in Canberra due to the location. This was the first time that I had a room at the front which was lovely …thank you!

Cons:

The only thing I can think of is that it is a little ‘tired’ …the lounges in the foyer are a little worn & the room could have a few painting touch ups…little things that would make a difference!

2026-04-02 via Nuitee
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Lahui solo_traveller pg
10
Comfortable
Pros:

It’s location in the civic area. All within walking distance ; and breakfast was just to my liking and specs 😊🙏🙏

Cons:

A clear signboard of the hotel. When driving up on the Northbourne avenue trying to locate it, you can’t see it until you are just about driving past it. Suggesting to place the signboard where the pavement is so that those looking for the hotel can see it from a fair distance.

2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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Moy couple au
8
2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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Alexandra family_with_children au
10
2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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Maija solo_traveller au
8
All went as planned
Pros:

Helpful staff, comfortable room

Cons:

Would be nice to have a bar, restaurant open in the evening

2026-03-30 via Nuitee
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Siv Hoang couple au
4
Will not be back.
Pros:

The staffs were friendly and professional during check in and check out.

Cons:

Everything was so old. Card readers are very outdated that requires a few swipes to enter. Bathroom was dated. Wall skirtings are peeling. Awkward and inconvenient entrance to the pool and gym. Pool was small and shallow. Gym equipments are again old and rusty. It needs a serious face lift.

2026-03-29 via Nuitee
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Cheryll family_with_children au
9
2026-03-29 via Nuitee
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Michael couple au
8
2026-03-27 via Nuitee
M
Monique extended_group au
8
Cons:

Bathroom needs and upgrade

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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Jess family_with_children au
8
2026-03-27 via Nuitee