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Forrest Hotel and Apartments

3.5 star property
Travelers can dine in the open air at this motel's restaurant, visit Old Parliament House nearby, or simply relax in the garden with convenient luggage storage

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Forrest Hotel and Apartments, near Parliament House, offers a restaurant for breakfast and dinner. Guests enjoy the garden, outdoor entertainment area, in-room WiFi, and free self-parking. The helpful staff and overall value consistently receive positive reviews.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is ￥10,620
￥11,774 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 9 - Mar 10

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(123 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Toaster
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Toaster
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Two Bedroom Apartment | Living area | 30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Superior Two Bedroom Apartment

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • 67 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Executive One Bedroom Apartment | Living area | 30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Executive One Bedroom Apartment

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard One Bedroom Apartment | Living area | 30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Standard One Bedroom Apartment

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Executive Two Bedroom Apartment

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Near a train station, Forrest Hotel and Apartments is in Forrest, a walkable area in Canberra with good shopping. Old Parliament House and National Gallery of Australia are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Australian War Memorial and Telstra Tower. Check out an event or a game at Canberra Stadium, and consider making time for National Zoo and Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Canberra travel guide
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2603, ACT, Forrest, 30 National Circuit

What's nearby

  • Manuka Shopping Centre which includes autumn leaves and signage
    Manuka Shopping Centre
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Parliament House which includes a sunset and an administrative buidling
    Parliament House
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Old Parliament House showing an administrative buidling, interior views and heritage architecture
    Old Parliament House
    2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • National Gallery of Australia showing interior views
    National Gallery of Australia
    2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Federal Golf Club
    2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Kingston Canberra Station
    3 min drive
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.)
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    11 min walk
  • Queen's Terrace Cafe
    16 min walk
  • Agostinis Italian Restaurant
    15 min walk
  • Kingston Hotel
    15 min walk
  • Maple + Clove
    8 min walk

About this property

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

Motel near Parliament House
Located close to Old Parliament House and National Gallery of Australia, Forrest Hotel and Apartments provides a garden, laundry facilities, and an outdoor entertainment area. The on-site restaurant, Sherwood Restaurant, serves dinner. In addition to a bar and a conference center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and a computer station
  • Outdoor furniture, 1 meeting room, and laundry services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the overall value, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 114 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and hair dryers
  • 30-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Toasters, limited housekeeping, and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Sherwood Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference center (915 square feet of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Forrest Hotel & Apartments
Forrest Hotel Apartments

Frequently asked questions

Is Forrest Hotel and Apartments pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forrest Hotel and Apartments on Mar 9, 2026 start from ￥10,620, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Forrest Hotel and Apartments located?

Located in Forrest, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Parliament House and Old Parliament House. National Gallery of Australia and Australian National University are also within 6 mi (10 km). Kingston Canberra Station is 29 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Forrest Hotel and Apartments Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 405 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 367 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 164 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1010 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Santosh Kumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place and location to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Brenton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff Great location
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tracey-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, efficient check in/out and good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were lovely, room was spacious and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mary Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, room very clean and staff when I arrived were particularly lovely and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

ERIC

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good clean, quiet room. Staff were very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great restaurant, and very clean. Also a great location, would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Katy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, staff is excellent. Simple room for a night stay is perfect for its price.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Marjorie D

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean & all we needed for overnight stay. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff on reception were so lovely and made me feel very welcome
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price quiet location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room and value for money. Quiet location and easy to get around Forrest and close suburbs
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and staff were polite and courteous. Would have liked a microwave in the room. Otherwise all good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Nadeem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice and beautiful area, clean and big rooms
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay with a family or for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly, our apartment was clean & comfortable & the motel was central to the places we visited.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean & comfortable. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
very convenient location for us visiting Canberra. Had everything we needed, comfortable and well looked after.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tim

Nice staff , efficient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious. Not new a little tired, but had everything we needed Service very good. Very friendly staff Free On site parking
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was adequate and clean. Reception staff very friendly and helpful. Short drive to shops & dining
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

The hotel was in a great location. Free onsite parking was a great bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025