Forrest Hotel and Apartments

3.5 star property
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.

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Front of property - evening/night
Superior Two Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Electric kettle, toaster
Standard One Bedroom Apartment  | Living area | 30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Standard One Bedroom Apartment  | Private kitchen | Electric kettle, toaster
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Conference center
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Limited housekeeping
The price is $57
$63 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20

Room options

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Standard One Bedroom Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

Executive Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Executive One Bedroom Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

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

Forrest Double Room Special - limited housekeeping

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Toaster
Cable channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Executive Two Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

Superior Two Bedroom Apartment

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(74 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
30 National Circuit, Forrest, ACT, 2603

What's nearby

  • Parliament House - 20 min walk
  • Old Parliament House - 3 min drive
  • National Gallery of Australia - 3 min drive
  • Australian National University - 6 min drive
  • National Museum of Australia - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.) - 16 min drive
  • Queanbeyan Railway Station - 13 min drive
  • Kingston Canberra Station - 29 min walk
  • Bungendore Station - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Urban Pantry - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ostani - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Public Bar & Dining Room - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Belluci's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪My Cafe in Manuka - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

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

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Hotel size

    • 114 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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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
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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
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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
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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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

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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

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

Pamela, 2-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Amanda, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

David, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Amanda, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good

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, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Mark, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Other guest very noisy
anthony, 1-night business trip
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6/10 Good

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, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

ailsa, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Robert, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Paul, 1-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

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.
2-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

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, 5-night trip
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6/10 Good

Clean neat room- basic facilites in a great location. Staff friendly.
1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Was Really important to have quiet neighbours - for a good nights sleep - so we were delighted.
Susan, 2-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good

Run down and over priced
Peter, 2-night family trip
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6/10 Good

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, 1-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good

Very dated but adequate. Shower was good and the snowy-white towels were gorgeous!
Janine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good

John, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were friendly. Bed was comfy
Deborah Mary, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice view with greenery.
Judy Raja, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
george, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very Good

In the middle of Canberra handy to everywhere
Niek, 6-night romance trip
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