Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Great location
Cons:
Hygiene issues
Noisy on party nights
Limited food options

Categories

Cleanliness
7.64
Clean and very well-maintained, but some complaints about hygiene.
Service
9.61
Staff were friendly and accommodating, providing excellent service.
Location
9.15
Great location, convenient access to public transport and nearby shops.
Room Quality
8.6
Spacious rooms with comfortable beds and great views.
Amenities
8.13
Good amenities including gym and pool, but bar hours were odd.
Value for Money
8.59
Good value overall, though some common complaints about bedding.
Food and Beverage
7.64
Quality of food is good, but limited options due to bar closure.
Overall Experience
8.61
A very enjoyable stay, would definitely return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 09:18

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just minutes away from iconic landmarks like the Australian War Memorial, Parliament House, and the National Gallery of Australia, Canberra Rex Hotel offers the perfect base for exploring the city.

Fantastic Amenities
Enjoy a comfortable stay with access to a restaurant, bar, swimming pool, fitness centre, and a 24-hour front desk. With free WiFi and on-site parking, the hotel ensures a convenient and enjoyable experience for all guests.

Modern Accommodations
Relax in air-conditioned rooms and suites equipped with amenities such as flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, and bathrooms with hairdryers. Experience comfort and convenience during your stay at Canberra Rex Hotel.

Book your stay now at Canberra Rex Hotel for a memorable and hassle-free visit to Canberra!

Important information:

Please note that this hotel has a strict 'No Party Policy'.

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. This credit card must be in the same name as the guest's name on the booking confirmation.

Please note that Canberra Rex Hotel requires a AUD 150 credit card pre-authorization upon check in to cover any incidental charges. Bookings made after 21:00 AEST may be subject to additional security bond charges.

Please note that Parking is limited 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.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for AUD 15 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Adults stay for AUD 30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 2757 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.64
Service: 9.61
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 8.6
Amenities: 8.13
Value for Money: 8.59
Food and Beverage: 7.64
Overall Experience: 8.61
M
Malakai • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

Lovely modern room.
Good size tv
Feather duvet

Cons:

Parking was hap hazard. I had to park all the way around the back of the hotel in the public car park. Poor signage as to how to enter the hotel from here.....no internal access from the back (not told this at reception). Bit disconcerting re security notices

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Belinda • solo_traveller • au
9
Quick getaway
Pros:

Great location, lovely bar, comfortable beds.

Cons:

Parking isn't ideal, very little and on a busier weekend you would be on the street.

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
C
Chi • couple • au
9
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • au
7
Pros:

Top floor restaurant and bar with good food. Great service at reception when I arrived and comfortable room.

Cons:

Need to do something about the room WIFI situation. The standard hotel connection is awful and location is a bit of a dead zone for hot spotting. There is an alternative but you need to request it as no details in room.

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
J
Julie • family_with_children • au
6
AVERAGE
Pros:

Room 206 near the lift - very noisy
Room itself was fine.
breakfast was extremely expensive and the quality was dreadful - the service in the breakfast room was also poor, -miserable kitchen staff
Between the breakfast and the PARKING situation I would not stay at the Canberra Rex again. The Pavillion up the road has all the same good facilities, with secure parking and a great choice and layout of breakfast at a reasonable price.
Your reception staff were informative and friendly.

Cons:

PARKING SITUATION AND TERRIBLE BREAKFAST

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
F
Fred • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
K
Keith • couple • au
10
Relaxing and comfortable
Pros:

We loved the convenient location. The restaurant on site made it easy for us after being out all day. Food was great.

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
M
Matila • extended_group • au
10
Old fashion hospitality, hard to find nowadays.
Pros:

Clean rooms, professional services whether it’s housekeeping, hospitality, security or front desk.

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
A
aisha • solo_traveller • au
1
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
S
Susan • solo_traveller • au
5
Disappointing
Cons:

I stayed for a week at this hotel. On two separate days I returned after a day at work to find my room unlocked. On the first occasion I was prepared to accept there had been human error by cleaning staff. I reported to the helpful front desk manager immediately and asked to be escorted to my room and for him to check that the room was secure before I entered which he willingly did. The staff assumed it was to do with an automatic door closer which they then had their maintenance team adjust. On the same evening I discovered my fridge had malfunctioned and turned into a "hot box". Food items I stored there perished. That problem was fixed the following day. Staff kindly put my newly purchased items in the staff fridge overnight.
Two days later I again returned to find my room unlocked. I found this completely unacceptable, given that the hotel knew there had been a problem. When I allowed the door to close itself on leaving it worked perfectly. A hotel that cannot ensure security of guest rooms is not taking their business or competition seriously enough in my view.
Thankfully my valuables were in the room safe. But my personal safety was as much of an issue for me.
I could not recommend this hotel to any female guest travelling alone.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
K
Kirralee • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

How close it was to the pubs and clubs

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
H
hewitt • solo_traveller • au
1
Arrogant reception staff
Cons:

Staff on reception firstly judged and belittled my wife and I , then proceeded to show arrogance and indifference. Smug !

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
B
burlutsky • extended_group • au
2
Cons:

Noise, food, swimming pool

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
L
Lance • couple • au
10
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
K
Kayla • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
M
Madi • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
D
Denise • solo_traveller • au
6
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No seating in room

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
D
Denes • couple • au
9
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Sally • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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andrew • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

Sauna and bed great.

Cons:

Table dirty, no simple utensils for cheese and biscuits plate. Bottle of wine provided but no opener. Simple things missing.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee