Enjoy al fresco dining at this motel’s restaurant or explore nearby Old Parliament House. Relax in the garden with convenient amenities like luggage storage.
Located near a train station, Forrest Hotel and Apartments is a great choice for a stay in Canberra. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Sherwood Restaurant, which serves breakfast and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and overall value.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
114 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 10 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children's menu
What to do
Winery tours nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Computer station
Conference center (915 square feet of space)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Room amenities
Be entertained
30-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Toaster
More
Weekly housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Special features
Dining
Sherwood Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 percent
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for AUD 20.0 per night
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and high chairs
Policies
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Forrest Hotel & Apartments
Forrest Hotel Apartments
Frequently asked questions
Does Forrest Hotel and Apartments offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Forrest Hotel and Apartments does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?
No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Canberra (6-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Forrest Hotel and Apartments and nearby?
Forrest Hotel and Apartments has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Forrest Hotel and Apartments?
Yes, Sherwood Restaurant offers alfresco dining.
What's the area around Forrest Hotel and Apartments like?
Forrest Hotel and Apartments is in Forrest, a short 9-minute walk from Manuka Shopping Centre and 13 minutes' walk from Manuka Oval. The local area is considered walkable as well as being good for shopping.
Forrest Hotel and Apartments Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Jan 7, 2025
Pamela
Pamela, 2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 31, 2024
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 31, 2024
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 30, 2024
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2024
Regular base for my Canberra escapes
Great quiet location. Less than 10 minutes easy stroll to the cafes and shops of Manuka. Staff always friendly and welcoming. I choose to stay in the serviced apartment section of the accommodation. Id describe it as "cheap and cheerful". The apartment has everything I need for a comfortable stay. Plenty of unallocated parking located around the various apartments. I use this as my regular place to stay when I travel to Canberra several times a year for short escapes from Sydney.
Ian
Ian, 4-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Dec 22, 2024
Ok for a night apart from noisy plumbing
Overnight stay. Welcomed nicely on arrival. Room a little dated but reasonably well maintained and it was very clean. Comfy bed and clean sheets with good aircon. Bathroom extractor fan was malfunctioning and made strange noises when switched on then clearly the safety function cut in and the fan cut off. The most annoying thing was the extremely loud noises coming from the plumbing when the neighbours used their water which was obviously not the neighbours fault.
Darwin
Darwin, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 20, 2024
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Dec 18, 2024
Other guest very noisy
anthony
anthony, 1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Dec 16, 2024
The one bed apartment was a bit dated. The exhaust fan in the bathroom was totally inadequate. There was a major problem with beetles at the entry and in the apartment. They came in under and through the side of the front door.
We had limited interaction with staff although we were directed to Manuka to find eating establishments. It was quiet, which is always a bonus.
Christine
Christine, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2024
ailsa
ailsa, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2024
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 23, 2024
Paul
Paul, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Nov 13, 2024
Place was nicely renovated but housekeeping was terrible. Crumbs on kitchen top and sofa. Ants on kitchen counter. Left over water in kettle. And masses of HAIR in the shower!! It’s a shame cos the place was nice and spacious but cleanliness zero.
Verified traveler
2-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
Quiet friendly affordable inner south stay
The apartments section of Forrest hotel and apartments has become my preferred accommodation in CBR. Loved the quiet location and proximity to key places in the inner south - Manuka, Kingston and the lake.
Ian
Ian, 5-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Nov 5, 2024
Clean neat room- basic facilites in a great location.
Staff friendly.
Verified traveler
1-night business trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2024
Was Really important to have quiet neighbours - for a good nights sleep -
so we were delighted.
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 19, 2024
Run down and over priced
Peter
Peter, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 17, 2024
i wish i knew i was being placed upstairs as i am a pensioner and struggle , my fault, i should have let them know when booking
peter
peter, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 17, 2024
Very dated but adequate. Shower was good and the snowy-white towels were gorgeous!
Janine
Janine, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2024
The apartment was located close to the major roads for ease of driving, and close to a shopping centre. I found the rooms clean and the kitchen was well fitted out for cooking on a longer stay.Easy car parking.
Lyndley
Lyndley, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 13, 2024
John
John, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2024
Staff were friendly. Bed was comfy
Deborah Mary
Deborah Mary, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2024
Nice view with greenery.
Judy Raja
Judy Raja, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 9, 2024
A great value for money offering. Room was comfortable clean and provided all that I needed. Shopping centre down the road and easy to get to.