Ramada by Wyndham Diplomat Canberra

Hotels
Ramada
8.4 (4433 reviews)
Cnr Canberra Ave & Hely St, Griffith , Canberra , au

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Convenient location
Friendly staff
Good parking facilities
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited dining options
Some noise from outside

Categories

Cleanliness
6.84
There were cleanliness issues mentioned such as mould in the bathroom and a musky smell.
Service
9.31
Staff were very helpful and went out of their way to assist guests.
Location
8.85
Later reviews mentioned a good location, though some noted it could be a bit far from restaurants.
Room Quality
8.3
Rooms were described as comfortable but with some outdated aspects.
Amenities
9.03
The hotel offered secure parking and good breakfast options.
Value for Money
7.79
While comfortable, the hotel was described as not luxurious enough for its price point.
Food and Beverage
8.34
Meals were generally praised as great, but some service issues were reported.
Overall Experience
8.72
Guests found the hotel to be a good choice overall, but with areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 03:38

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation

Newly refurbished in October 2018, the 4.5-star Ramada Diplomat Canberra offers stylish rooms with modern amenities like LCD smart TVs and minibars. Some rooms even boast a luxurious 2-person spa bath in a spacious bathroom.

Convenient Location

Situated in Griffith, just a 5-minute drive from Canberra's Parliamentary Triangle, the hotel is ideally located for both business and leisure travelers. Explore the vibrant dining scene of Manuka and Kingston, just a short stroll away.

Dining Excellence

Indulge in delectable meals at the on-site à la carte restaurant, serving a variety of dishes for breakfast and dinner. Don't miss out on the opportunity to unwind at the bar with your favorite drink in hand.

Book your stay at Ramada Diplomat Canberra for a luxurious and convenient experience.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 1.2% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Please note that the total price of the reservation will be charged to the credit card used to make the booking, 24 hours prior to your arrival.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.
Swimming pool: Closed from Fri, May 1, 2026 until Sat, Oct 31, 2026

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age 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.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 4433 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.84
Service: 9.31
Location: 8.85
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 9.03
Value for Money: 7.79
Food and Beverage: 8.34
Overall Experience: 8.72
K
Kieran solo_traveller gb
9
Fantastic hotel if you’re looking for something more traditional and old school.
Pros:

Old school hotel, feels refined and professional. Room is well stocked and comfortable. Breakfast is top notch.

Cons:

TV was temperamental; Netflix had another account logged in, and functionality was limited.

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
P
Potzy0538 solo_traveller au
8
Pros:

Parking, facilities

Cons:

Rooms aren't very sounds proof

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
K
Kenneth couple au
8
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
C
Chris couple au
9
Great convenient location and value for money.
Pros:

Great location, spacious room and the staff were friendly and welcoming

2026-05-22 via Nuitee
M
Muhammad family_with_children au
9
Pros:

- breakfast cafe was great
- cleanliness

Cons:

- Suggest adding in the plushiness of the mattresses as a selection

2026-05-22 via Nuitee
P
peter couple au
9
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
Z
Zee Cav solo_traveller au
7
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
R
Renee couple au
4
Pros:

It was quiet and 15-20 min away from most things

Cons:

Pool was closed (said nothing online)1 bar staff was rude, no room with a bath available.

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
J
Joanne Elizabeth solo_traveller ch
9
Service was exceptional.
2026-05-19 via Nuitee
D
Derek couple au
4
Pretty disappointing of Bookings.com on room description far from 4 star
Pros:

Zero likes on this one I’m in a moon boot shower in bath not on bookings.com room description on noisy round about exposed wires on light in room

We booked another hotel we this one after left after 2-3hours

Cons:

Leaving

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
D
David couple au
8
2026-05-18 via Nuitee
R
Robert couple gb
10
Fantastic place to stay especially the railway station just a short walk from the hotel
Pros:

Everyone so friendly, nothing too much trouble.

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-05-17 via Nuitee
V
Vichu solo_traveller au
8
2026-05-17 via Nuitee
E
Emily couple au
5
It was okay, won’t rush back though
Pros:

The room service was good

Cons:

Our bathroom wasn’t very clean , the shower leaked ,

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
M
Melinda family_with_children au
8
Good
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
A
Alison solo_traveller au
6
Noisy
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Usb plug was broken, was told it would be fixed the next day but it wasn’t. Also very noisy road and no double glazing.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
W
Weng-Tsee couple au
9
Great short stay but ticked all the important box’s I needed - great value , EV charging , location and clean, comfy bed
Pros:

Free EV charging, location , clean crisp bed and pillow. Coffee machine - great coffee.
Staff had a smiley face and good attitude

Cons:

1-2 things just needs a bit of maintenance but not a biggie.
Eg power point socket casing slightly coming ajar and coating coming off on glass top of table

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
C
Carmel couple au
9
2026-05-15 via Nuitee
F
Feroze family_with_children au
7
2026-05-15 via Nuitee
P
Peter solo_traveller au
9
Pros:

Convenient location, comfortable, clean, well maintained, value for money and good food service.

2026-05-14 via Nuitee