Ovolo Canberra, a Wyndham Hotel

Hotels
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
8.4 (1579 reviews)
25 Edinburgh Avenue , Canberra , au

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable beds
Great location
Helpful staff
Cons:
Confusing parking
Maintenance issues
Stains on pillows

Categories

Cleanliness
7.68
Some stains on pillows and maintenance issues were reported.
Service
9.15
Staff were very helpful, especially with birthday celebrations.
Location
8.69
Great location with walking distance to attractions.
Room Quality
8.14
Rooms were comfortable but some concerns about size and maintenance.
Amenities
8.17
Good amenities, but gym equipment is outdated.
Value for Money
8.63
Generally viewed as worth the price paid.
Food and Beverage
8.18
Breakfast was excellent, but some complaints about availability of condiments.
Overall Experience
8.55
Overall a pleasant stay with minor issues that didn’t overshadow the experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 16:40

Property Description

Unique Features and Amenities

Artistic Accommodation: Ovolo Nishi offers a unique stay with a collection of art works and vintage furnishings in every room and apartment.

Luxurious Facilities: Enjoy heated bathroom floors, bathrobes, and a concierge service in all accommodations, along with a cozy lobby fireplace.

Dining Delights: Indulge in vegetarian cuisine at our on-site restaurant, Monster, for a delightful culinary experience.

Ready to experience the artistic charm and luxury at Ovolo Nishi? Book your stay now and immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind hotel experience.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card.
Please note that there is a 3.00% charge when you pay with an American Express or Diners Club credit card.

Please note that this hotel has a strict 'No Party Policy'. Any violation of this policy will result in eviction from the property and additional cleaning fees will be charged.

Valet parking is available for AUD 50 a night. The valet parking entrance is located at 25 Edinburgh Avenue.
Paid public parking is available below the hotel in the Wilson car park, entrance via Phillip Law Street, and costs AUD 35 per day. Please note that the parking lot is not operated by Ovolo Hotel and is subject to availability.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.
Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CBR

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1579 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.68
Service: 9.15
Location: 8.69
Room Quality: 8.14
Amenities: 8.17
Value for Money: 8.63
Food and Beverage: 8.18
Overall Experience: 8.55
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Louise couple au
4
Disappointing and sad to see the corporate neutralisation of a unique hotel
Pros:

We love the style and architecture of this hotel

Cons:

I feel each time we visit a little bit of the unique magic is stripped away and it’s becoming like a chain hotel…looking cheap and unloved.
We arranged to meet friends in the hotel bar after dinner and it was closed! Even though there were stars around, they could not serve us drinks after 10 on Friday evening. Advising us to go to another hotel nearby. I find this unbelievable in such an establishment in a capital city. So sad.

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Mark solo_traveller au
3
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Richard solo_traveller gb
9
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Sheridan extended_group au
9
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Christine solo_traveller au
7
Stylish but won't stay again
Pros:

The location is great - easy walk to the lake, quick walk to restaurants and great cafes all around. The lobby has a cool vibe and you can also rent bikes from the hotel for a bike ride around the lake. Having the theatre on site was also really fun.

Cons:

Overall, this didn't really meet my expectations. I was initially given a room on the 2nd floor, which was right above the area that deliveries and rubbish trucks came in and out through the night. When I asked about moving to a quieter room the next morning after interrupted sleep, I had to pay an "upgrade fee" which I felt was somewhat unfair given that the room was not soundproof at all (including just normal tone conversations from the car park).

My other disappointment was whilst the rooms and amenities are very "cool," they are a bit more form over function. As an example, to plug chargers in by the bed, i had to crawl under the side table to access the ports - very chic that they are hidden away, but having to deal with dusty and dirty carpets was not so chic. Small touches like the lotion being empty in the room were also disappointing.

The stay felt short of my expectations so I will stay elsewhere next time

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Zajkowska couple au
8
2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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KassHoops Business Sydney, New South Wales
2
DARK
Pros:

Staying one night for work. I have spent quite a while looking for the light switches but it seems alas this is as light as it gets! There is no table for eating or working in the room. I cannot believe how dark the corridors are. I was very confused and couldn’t locate the reception desk on arrival. The most critical thing, the gym, is sadly lacking. Crammed full of useless cardio equipment it has a few pin loaded machines and a haphazard selection of weights - some appear missing - in a tiny room. It is absolutely freezing here in Canberra tonight, and even with the heating of the room set to 27 degrees it is cold AF in this room tonight. And dark….

2026-07-28 via Tripadvisor
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Naomi solo_traveller au
7
Pros:

The size of the room

Cons:

Not enough staff for breakfast and just in general

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Saanvi solo_traveller in
6
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Elle family_with_children au
10
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Natalie solo_traveller au
5
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Maddy solo_traveller au
10
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Caroline solo_traveller au
10
Pros:

The vibe

Cons:

Nothing really

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Soumela solo_traveller au
1
Terrible
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything - lodged a complaint - requesting a refund

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Reeve couple au
8
Pros:

The bed was absolutely perfect, and the bathroom was very clean. Location was fantastic.

Cons:

The in room menu didn't cater after a certain hour at night. The rooms were surface cleaned and there was dust in certain areas, also the furninshing was weirdly arranged around the room.

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Sarah extended_group au
8
Great business stay
Pros:

Had dinner at Monster - butternut ravioli and sourdough on the side and it was a good serving size and very delicious. Just what I wanted.

Love love the shower and bathroom - lovely

Cons:

Lighting in rooms and hallways is a bit dark... and elevators also. More lights would be nice.

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Bronwen couple au
9
Lovely
Pros:

Staff were amazing & upgraded our room

Cons:

Cody room very small

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Narayana Sri Sharan solo_traveller au
3
2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Carol solo_traveller au
8
Cosy, comfortable, and I would love to come back
Pros:

I liked the ambiance of the darker lights, more relaxing that bright lights that usually light hotels. The staff were really friendly and helpful. Excellent breakfast. I would totally come back for a longer stay.

Cons:

My room was on the 1st floor closer to the highway so a little noisy during the peak traffic, but hey, someone has to have that room lol. The bathroom mirror needed a brighter light for doing make up.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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rezaara solo_traveller au
5
Pros:

Room was clean

Cons:

We were charged for mini bar items that we didn't consume

2026-07-09 via Nuitee