Hotels in Canberra

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Fast facts

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Highest rated hotelCity Central Canberra Unit – 5.0
Cheapest month to bookApril
Average 4 star hotel price$202 per night
Average 5 star hotel price$292 per night

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Finding cheap hotels in Canberra

Currently the average price of a hotel in Canberra is $249, but that doesn't mean you can't find a better deal.

We price check hundreds of hotel brands and booking sites, so you don't have to search each one individually. Then we sort by price, meaning you can find the cheapest time to bag the perfect hotel at the best price, in seconds.


The best hotels in Canberra, according to travellers

Rated by travellers, for travellers like you. We don't just pull in the cheapest hotel prices from across the internet. We also gather independent reviews and ratings from thousands of guests, to help you make the right choice.

Travellers who recently visited Canberra rated City Central Canberra Unit, Nishi Apartments Eco Living by Ovolo, and East Hotel and Apartments the best in terms of location, amenities and customer service.

You can also use the popular filters at the top of the page to filter by Canberra hotels with 3 or 4 stars. Later in the search results you can filter by any star rating.


Where to stay in Canberra

If you're staying in Canberra to visit somewhere specific, search by landmarks including popular shopping areas, tourist attractions, zoos, parks and sports stadiums to find a hotel nearby. You can also use the map below to see a map of hotels in Canberra by location or browse hotels nearest to some of Canberra's major attractions below...

  • ANU College

  • Lake Burley Griffin

  • Parliament House


Tips for searching for the perfect Canberra hotel

  • Visiting Canberra with your family, or looking for a romantic getaway? Or maybe your visit is business, not pleasure. Whatever the purpose of your stay, we can help you find the perfect hotel when you use our 'Popular with' filters.

  • Tick "free cancellation" in the search controls at the top of the page to only see hotels that offer free cancellation in Canberra.

  • Tick "pay on arrival" later on in the search results to only see Canberra hotel results where you can pay when you arrive at the hotel.

  • Are you looking for a hotel in Canberra with pool or perhaps parking? Once you've clicked "search hotels" you will be able to filter by hotels that offer specific amenities.

  • You can choose to filter for everything from apartments to hostels under "Accommodation type" later in the search results.

  • Filter the search results for Canberra hotels according to a specific price range to ensure you find accommodation according to your budget.

  • Find a hotel in the perfect area of Canberra for you. Search or filter by neighbourhood to make sure you're staying exactly where you want to be.

Finding cheap hotels in Canberra: FAQs

In Canberra, the expected average temperature in February is 20°C. The warmest month is typically February, which averages 26°C. The coolest month is July, with temperatures averaging 1°C. The rainiest month is November, and the driest month is May.
You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Canberra with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.
Of course - the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is $108 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for $108 per night.
The average price of a hotel during the week is $335 per night, and the average price on weekends is $305. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Canberra could be Friday.
The nearest airport to Canberra is Canberra Airport (CBR), which is 7.0km from the city centre.
We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Friday is the cheapest day to stay in Canberra. And the most expensive day seems to be Tuesday
The average price of a 3-star hotel in Canberra is currently around $141 per night. And the cheapest 3-star hotel we found is $105 per night.
The average price of a 4-star hotel in Canberra is currently around $239 per night. And the cheapest 4-star hotel we found is $129 per night.
The average price of a 5-star hotel in Canberra is currently around $333 per night. And the cheapest 5-star hotel we found is $163 per night.
The cheapest month to stay in a hotel in Canberra is March, with an average price of $151 per night. The most expensive month is December, when the average room rate can rise to $672 per night. These average prices are based on all the hotels we found – from hostels through to fancy 5-star hotels.
The average price of a hotel in March is $151 per night, which is around 119% lower than the rest of the year.
If you're planning a trip with the whole family, the best rated hotels for you near Canberra are Knightsbridge Canberra, Vibe Hotel Canberra and Abode Narrabundah.