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Canberra Hotel Guide. Hotels in Forrest, Canberra, Australia

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Our top choices for Forrest hotels

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1. Forrest Hotel and Apartments

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
3.5 star property
Forrest
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"The rooms are well maintained and clean. There is a very good parking space."
Australia
George
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Garden

2. Rydges Canberra

Rydges Canberra
4.0 star property
Forrest
7.8 out of 10, Good, (952 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay with kids. Friendly staffs, mainly Mani the duty manager was very polite and provided excellent hospitality."
Australia
Jasmine Sainju
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Rydges Canberra
Exterior

3. Burbury Hotel & Apartments

Burbury Hotel & Apartments
4.0 star property
Barton, 1.1 km from Forrest
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Beautiful room and amazing breakfast!"
Australia
Susannah
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Burbury Hotel & Apartments
Exterior

4. Abode Kingston

Abode Kingston
4.0 star property
Kingston, 1.5 km from Forrest
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (679 reviews)
"Great room, comfortable bed, courteous staff, well located and parking on site."
Australia
Tonya
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Abode Kingston
Front of property – evening/night

5. Knightsbridge Canberra

Knightsbridge Canberra
4.0 star property
Kingston, 1.3 km from Forrest
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"The bed was comfortable and the shower good!"
Australia
Sarina
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Knightsbridge Canberra
Lobby

6. East Hotel

East Hotel
4.5 star property
1.1 km from Forrest
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Restaurant downstairs in hotel. Bar next door in hotel Staff courteous. Parking downstairs - 2 levels Room spacious and very comfortable. Short walk to numerous restaurants. Highly recommended"
Australia
Leslie
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
East Hotel
Breakfast and dinner served

7. Hotel Kurrajong Canberra

Hotel Kurrajong Canberra
4.5 star property
Barton, 1.4 km from Forrest
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Fantastic staff. Great central location."
Australia
Nick
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Hotel Kurrajong Canberra
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

8. Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt

Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt
5.0 star property
Capital Hill, 2 km from Forrest
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Wonderful old-style hotel."
Australia
Margaret
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt
Exterior

9. Manuka Park Apartments

Manuka Park Apartments
4.0 star property
1.1 km from Forrest
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,094 reviews)
"Bed comfortable, shower had good pressure and wifi was great."
Australia
Jason
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Manuka Park Apartments
Exterior

10. Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Kingston

Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Kingston
3.5 star property
1.2 km from Forrest
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (882 reviews)
"Great location, rooms are a little dated but acceptable. I'd be happy to stay here again."
Australia
Sam
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Kingston
Exterior

11. Ramada by Wyndham Diplomat Canberra

Ramada by Wyndham Diplomat Canberra
4.0 star property
2.1 km from Forrest
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"It was nice to come back after over a year. We had a great experience the first time we stayed. Friendly staff"
Australia
Jaclyn
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Ramada by Wyndham Diplomat Canberra
Balcony

12. Oxley Court Serviced Apartments

Oxley Court Serviced Apartments
4.0 star property
1.5 km from Forrest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (618 reviews)
"The room was clean and in a very good location close to the Parliament House with parking facility. We as a family of 4 enjoyed our stay."
Australia
Karthik
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Oxley Court Serviced Apartments
Restaurant

13. Little National Hotel Canberra

Little National Hotel Canberra
4.0 star property
Barton, 1 km from Forrest
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful. Parking was pretty easy and breakfast at hotel Realm was excellent"
Australia
Sam
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Little National Hotel Canberra
Lobby

14. ibis Styles Canberra

ibis Styles Canberra
3.0 star property
Narrabundah, 3.2 km from Forrest
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,015 reviews)
"Great affordable place to stay We as a small family,found the room clean And comfortable"
Australia
Andrew
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
ibis Styles Canberra
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

15. Garden City Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Garden City Hotel, BW Signature Collection
4.5 star property
Narrabundah, 3.5 km from Forrest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"A very affordable & well presented & comfortable motel"
Australia
Philomena
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Garden City Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Interior entrance

16. Punthill Narrabundah

Punthill Narrabundah
4.0 star property
Narrabundah, 3.7 km from Forrest
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"It's open parking and was safe and easy."
Australia
Akila
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Punthill Narrabundah
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

17. Abode Woden

Abode Woden
4.0 star property
Phillip, 4.5 km from Forrest
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,067 reviews)
"Clean large room, Parking was easy and close by."
Australia
Talei
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Abode Woden
Lunch and dinner served

18. Statesman Hotel

Statesman Hotel
3.5 star property
4 km from Forrest
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and helpful."
Australia
Robert
The price is €80
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Statesman Hotel
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19. Vibe Hotel Canberra

Vibe Hotel Canberra
4.5 star property
5.8 km from Forrest
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Easy and convenient from the airport."
Australia
Ngaio
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Vibe Hotel Canberra
Terrace/patio

20. Avenue Hotel Canberra

Avenue Hotel Canberra
5.0 star property
Braddon, 4.8 km from Forrest
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great spot."
Australia
Michael
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Avenue Hotel Canberra
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Where to stay in Forrest

Find the best Forrest areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A panoramic view of a city with a river, mountains, and a forested area.

Canberra City Centre

The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Canberra City Centre. A stop by Canberra Museum and Gallery or Canberra Theatre Centre might round out your trip.

A park with a hexagonal fence, trees, and a distant tower.

Kingston

The buildings of this foreshore, once a Canberra industrial hub, have been transformed into a welcoming urban lakeside community.

A red brick building with large arched windows and a sign that says "For Lease".

Braddon

The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Braddon. A stop by Canberra Contemporary Art Space or Ainslie Arts Centre might round out your trip.

A large Ferris wheel with colorful lights at night, surrounded by a field of purple and blue flowers.
Photo by James Pudney
Open Photo by James Pudney

Northern Canberra

Northern Canberra is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Canberra Museum and Gallery and Civic Square, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Canberra.

A cityscape with a large lake, modern buildings, and distant mountains.

Belconnen

Unique features of Belconnen include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Belconnen Arts Centre or Lake Ginninderra while you're exploring the area.

Top Forrest Hotel Reviews

ibis Styles Canberra

ibis Styles Canberra

8/10 Good
"good"
nathan 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
ibis Styles Canberra

Frequently asked questions

What is Forrest like?
Forrest is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and major shopping area.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Forrest?
Based on our traveller data, Rydges Canberra is one of the top choices for your stay in Forrest. This hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Another good choice for your stay in the area is Forrest Hotel and Apartments.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Forrest area?
When you want to find places to stay in Canberra, start by booking one of Expedia's 6 hotels and other accommodation options in Forrest.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Forrest, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals in Forrest.
What can I see and do in this Canberra neighbourhood?
Manuka Shopping Centre, Manuka Oval and Calthorpes' House are just a few of the places to visit in and around Forrest. Parliament House and Embassy of the Philippines are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Canberra.

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