About this property

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Located in the quiet Canberra suburb of Forrest, this hotel is less than 10 minutes' drive from Parliament House and the National Gallery of Australia. Forrest Hotel & Apartments offers an on-site restaurant and modern accommodation with free cable TV. Each room, suite and apartment at Forrest Hotel & Apartments Canberra includes heating, air conditioning and tea/coffee making facilities. Some have a kitchenette or kitchen facilities. Guests enjoy 10GB of free WiFi. The hotel’s Sherwood Restaurant offers a seasonal menu and outdoor dining in summer. Guests have access to barbecue facilities. Cafes and restaurants are only 5 minutes’ walk away. Forrest Hotel and Apartments is 15 minutes' drive from Canberra Airport. Free on-site parking is provided.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

    • Free private parking available on-site

    • Loyal customers

    • There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
2 single beds
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
2 single beds
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
2 single beds
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jenny
    Australia Australia
    Good locoation, have stayed here numerous times before and always happy with it. It has had a recent refresh close to parliament house and also cafes of manuka
  • Jaime
    Australia Australia
    Location, quietness, cleanliness, smart TV, heater
  • Cj
    Australia Australia
    The most COMOFORTABLE beds I have ever stayed in. Period. Heated blankets and split system A/C make it even more comfortable! Location, location, location! Excellent central place to explore the ACT! No more than 20 minutes from...
  • Kassi
    Australia Australia
    Separate rooms, clean and tidy. Electric blankets on beds. Shampoo, conditioner and soap provided. A good amount of towels provided. I liked all of the info about tourist attractions.
  • Deb
    Australia Australia
    Fantastic location in the heart of Canberra, made visiting places of interest very easy. Also located close to shops and cafes.
  • Kate
    Australia Australia
    Location, apartment size and facilities, under cover parking
  • Richard
    Australia Australia
    Great location and friendly staff. Hotel is older style but still good, clean and comfortable. The rooms and apartments have been refreshed where possible to a more modern appearance. Fantastic price and you will not find cheaper unless you go at...
  • Donna
    Australia Australia
    Location was good , room was clean and had everything we needed,
  • Jenny
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    My accommodation was much better than I experienced when I stayed here in 2022.
  • David
    Australia Australia
    Great location and price. Facilities very good. Love that it has a toaster and microwave in each room.

Host Information

Company review score: 8.4Based on 7,191 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

We are one of Canberra's best value properties, perfect for business or leisure. Offering Standard through to Executive Accommodation options, we cater for all levels of comfort. Our Apartments feature tranquil courtyards and undercover barbeque facilities for your enjoyment. ROOM SERVICE AND TAKEAWAY IS ALSO AVAILABLE FOR DINNER MONDAY TO FRIDAY. A CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST PACK IS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE FROM RECEPTION.

Neighbourhood information

Located in a quiet street in Canberra's garden district, Forrest Hotel and Apartments is situated in a convenient location, adjacent to Parliament House in the Parliamentary Business District. We are just a stone's throw away from major tourist attractions, including the National Gallery of Australia, Manuka Shopping Village, The Old Bus Depot Markets, and much more!

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Sherwood Restaurant
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

House rules

Forrest Hotel & Apartments takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of AUD 200 is required on arrival. That's about £96. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
AUD 20 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 20 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardEftposCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that a 3% surcharge applies for payments with American Express and Diners Club credit cards.

Guests are required to show a photo identification with address, and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please note different policies and additional supplements may apply for group bookings of 4 rooms or more. Please contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation, for more information.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Forrest Hotel & Apartments in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

A damage deposit of AUD 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

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