Brassey Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (2975 reviews)
Belmore Gardens, Barton , Canberra , AU

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Great location / close to restaurants and cafes
Very comfortable beds and pillows
Friendly, helpful staff
Clean and cosy rooms
Good gym and excellent Hale Spa
Cozy fireside/snack areas
Cons:
Some rooms small or with cold bathrooms
TVs are not smart / in-room tech issues
Occasional billing/mini-bar disputes
Limited on-site parking
Occasional smoker-room odor reported
Noise from external AC unit outside some rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
9.1
Generally described as very clean and cosy in multiple reviews; isolated issues include one smoker-room smell and a reported billing/mini-bar incident that affected perceived cleanliness for a guest.
Service
9.2
Staff repeatedly praised as friendly, helpful and attentive (some called service outstanding). A few service hiccups noted (mini-bar billing dispute, late room service, trips to reception to fix in-room issues).
Location
9.3
Consistently highlighted as a major positive: central, convenient, walking distance to restaurants/cafes. A commonly mentioned drawback is limited on-site parking.
Room Quality
8
Beds and pillows widely praised as very comfortable; however some rooms described as small, bathrooms cold or poorly lit, TVs not smart and occasional noisy external AC units.
Amenities
8.3
Good gym and highly regarded Hale Spa, cosy fireside/snack areas and accessible dining options. Some in-room amenity malfunctions (handset/TV setup) and public gym access impacting parking noted.
Value for Money
8.6
Several guests explicitly described the stay as good value and would return; positives (comfort, location) outweigh the minor issues for most reviewers.
Food and Beverage
8.1
Breakfast at a nearby Louis cafe was praised and dining options were appreciated, though some guests noted no hotel breakfast or mixed F&B availability.
Overall Experience
8.2
Majority report a wonderful, peaceful stay and intention to return; overall atmosphere, comfort and service are strong despite some operational/room-specific issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-07 20:13

Property Description

Manicured Gardens and Old World Charm
Nestled on 2.5 acres of lush gardens, the 1920s-style Brassey of Canberra exudes old-world charm, offering a serene retreat just moments away from the bustling Parliament of Australia and Capital Circle.

Convenient Access to Local Attractions
Located in the prestigious Barton suburb, guests have easy access to Canberra's top attractions, with Lake Burley Griffin, National Gallery of Australia, National Library, and Old Parliament House all within walking distance.

Comfortable Rooms and Dining Options
Each room at Brassey Hotel features essential amenities like a desk, refrigerator, and tea/coffee facilities, ensuring a comfortable stay. Guests can also explore various dining options nearby, ranging from Japanese cuisine to fine dining restaurants.

Book now to experience a blend of historic elegance and modern comfort at Brassey of Canberra!

Important information:

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.
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

8.6
Based on 2975 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.1
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 8.6
Food and Beverage: 8.1
Overall Experience: 8.2
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Peter • solo_traveller • nz
8
Pros:

Very nice hotel

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • au
9
Cons:

Bed a little soft for our liking.

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Alexandre • solo_traveller • au
6
pratique car à proximité de mon lieu de travail mais très isolé et old fashioned
Pros:

literie relativement confortable, personnel très agréable

Cons:

Hôtel à la décoration très démodée avec de la moquette partout. ça sent fortement la vieille moquette dans les chambres. Très isolé, il n'y a rien à faire autour et l'établissement ne dispose pas d'un service restauration.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Leyon • couple • au
10
Enjoyable
Pros:

Old world large rooms well appointed.very well located to public transport and attractions

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • couple • au
7
Pros:

Price and location.

Cons:

Deluxe upgrade really didn’t feel deluxe. Was in the very last room at the end of the hotel. Someone has to be but it felt dark and dingy walking there and the room felt quite closed in. Room was a bit battered. No art on the walls, zero personality in the room. Tv remote allowed Netflix but not a smart tv and no Chromecast.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Bindi • extended_group • au
9
Enjoyable, friendly helpful staff, would recommend
Pros:

Location in hospitality precinct, easy walking distance to cafes, restaurants, hotel was quiet

Cons:

older style rooms, but clean and generous sized

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • au
8
Good location, quiet hotel. Clean and comfortable
Pros:

Decent sized room with really comfortable beds. Shower pressure good and nice toiletries available.
Lovely quiet location and the hotel surrounded by well maintained grounds.

Cons:

Would have been nice to have a bar/ restaurant at the hotel
A minor criticism, the kettle cord wasn’t long enough so had to use it whilst on the floor.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Helen • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Renee • couple • au
10
Excellent value; our choice of accommodation when staying in Canberra.
Pros:

Location was excellent; quiet yet close to restaurants and relatively near attractions. Cleanliness was excellent and staff always polite and soo helpful.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • au
10
Would rebook
Pros:

Quiet and conveniently located

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Damian • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Janki • family_with_children • au
9
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Ally • couple • au
7
Happy
Pros:

Clean and cosy. The coffee maker near reception was a nice touch.

Cons:

Outdated

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Anne • solo_traveller • au
10
Great place. I’ll stay again.
Pros:

Lovely big comfortable room and friendly and helpful staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • couple • au
8
Great choice for our short Canberra break.
Pros:

Lovely older style room which was extremely comfortable. Perfect location which enabled us to walk to several places of interest. We also loved being in a quiet part of Canberra.

Cons:

The lighting in the room was somewhat limiting. One of windows needs attention to enable it to stay open. While comfortable, the armchair provided was too big for the room.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Hyeyoung • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Alfie • couple • au
6
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • solo_traveller • au
7
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Joan • family_with_children • au
9
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • couple • au
8
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee