What is Forrest like?

Forrest is a welcoming neighborhood known for its array of dining options and major shopping area.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Forrest?

Based on our traveler 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 should 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 8 hotels and other accommodations in Forrest.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Forrest, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Forrest.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Forrest?

To access more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Forrest, head over to our customer service page .

What can I see and do in this Canberra neighborhood?

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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Our top choices for Forrest hotels

A modern lounge area with leather sofas, a central fire feature, and a wooden panel wall.

1. Rydges Canberra

Forrest

Adam

￥16,616 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel with a well-lit entrance, a covered outdoor seating area, and a landscaped garden.

2. Forrest Hotel and Apartments

Forrest

Ash

￥12,591 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern hotel entrance with a black car parked in front.

3. Burbury Hotel & Apartments

Barton, 1.1 km from Forrest

Miles

￥20,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A modern multi-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

4. Knightsbridge Canberra

Kingston, 1.3 km from Forrest

Keeley

￥19,879 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a reception desk.

5. East Hotel

1.1 km from Forrest

Cassie

￥23,469 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A lobby with a sofa, two armchairs, a patterned rug, and a staircase.

6. Hotel Kurrajong Canberra

Barton, 1.4 km from Forrest

Caitlin

￥19,432 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and a patterned carpet.

7. Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt

Capital Hill, 2 km from Forrest

Linda

￥27,831 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a painting on the wall.

8. Kingston Gardens Serviced Apartments

1.2 km from Forrest

Sam

￥21,868 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

9. Vibe Hotel Canberra

Canberra Airport, 5.8 km from Forrest

Janine Melinda

￥18,886 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern interior with a reception desk, large windows, and a bamboo wall.

10. A by Adina Canberra

City East, 3.9 km from Forrest

Tiana

￥22,861 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern interior with a staircase, a sofa, and a table.

11. Meriton Suites Canberra

City East, 4 km from Forrest

Mark

￥16,014 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel entrance with a covered driveway, a car parked in front, and a well-maintained garden area.

12. Ramada by Wyndham Diplomat Canberra

2.1 km from Forrest

Jinisha

￥16,804 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, seating arrangements, and large windows providing views of the outdoors.

13. Hotel Realm

Barton, 1 km from Forrest

Melissa

￥25,291 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

A modern indoor space with a glass facade, a central tree with lights, and seating areas.

14. Avenue Hotel Canberra

Braddon, 4.8 km from Forrest

Donna

￥22,309 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern residential building with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to a balcony.

15. Manuka Park Apartments

1.1 km from Forrest

Jason

￥16,024 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern building with a curved facade, large windows, and a ground-level restaurant.

16. Abode Kingston

Kingston, 1.5 km from Forrest

Steven

￥17,435 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A spacious atrium with multiple levels, large windows, and a central seating area with sofas and tables.

17. Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG

City East, 4.1 km from Forrest

Hasan

￥17,743 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern lounge area with black sofas, a round table with a vase of flowers, and a black wall-mounted TV.

18. Punthill Narrabundah

Narrabundah, 3.7 km from Forrest

Ritul

￥15,385 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A spacious lobby with a central staircase, a reception desk, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

19. ibis Styles Canberra

Narrabundah, 3.2 km from Forrest

Eddie

￥13,988 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A modern building with a large sign reading "QUEST" above the entrance.

20. Quest Canberra City Walk

City East, 4.2 km from Forrest

Ferauzun

￥17,394 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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Compare popular hotels in Forrest

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Forrest Hotel and Apartments	3.5 star property	8.2 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Rydges Canberra	4.0 star property	8.0 Very good 986 reviews	View
East Hotel	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Knightsbridge Canberra	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Burbury Hotel & Apartments	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Where to stay in Forrest

Find the best Forrest areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

A modern tower by a lake with autumn foliage.

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.

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A building with a tiled roof and a glass storefront.

Kingston

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

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A multi-story building with a brick facade, large arched windows, and signage for businesses including a dental surgery and a bike shop.

Braddon

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

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A modern building with a unique triangular roof and a flagpole.

Queanbeyan

Visitors to Queanbeyan enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, The Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre is worth a stop.

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Belconnen

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

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