QT Canberra

4.0 star property
Hotel with a conference center, a short walk to Australian National University

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
1 London Circuit, Canberra, ACT, 2601
  • Australian National University
    8 min walk
  • Capitol Bar and Grill
    1 min walk
  • Kingston Canberra Station
    11 min drive
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.)
    15 min drive

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Room options

QT Two Bedroom State Suite

  • 1378 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

QT Superior King Room

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

QT Junior Suite

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

QT King Room

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

QT Twin Room

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Canberra

Located in Canberra City Centre, QT Canberra is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Australian National University and Canberra Museum and Gallery. This hotel has 205 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a conference center.

What's nearby

  • Australian National University - 8 min walk
  • Canberra Centre - 11 min walk
  • National Convention Centre - 18 min walk
  • National Museum of Australia - 20 min walk
  • Australian War Memorial - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Kingston Canberra Station - 11 min drive
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Molly - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Two Before Ten - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wild Panda - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪QT Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Cupping Room - ‬5 min walk

About this property

QT Canberra

Hotel with a conference center, a short walk to Australian National University
QT Canberra features free WiFi in public areas, a conference center, and free use of bicycles. Self parking is available for AUD 30 per night. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and wedding services.
Guests can expect free WiFi and LCD TVs. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include balconies, minibars, and coffee makers. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, French, Korean, Spanish, Thai, Vietnamese

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (AUD 30 per day)
  • Self parking on site (AUD 30 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 35 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Capitol Bar
  • Capitol Bar & Grill

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (8,934 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 15 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 40

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.50 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately AUD 35 per person
  • Self parking fee: AUD 30 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 30 per day (328 ft away)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.50 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at QT Canberra?

QT Canberra provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at QT Canberra?

As of Dec 23, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at QT Canberra on Jan 23, 2025 start from $83.96, 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.

What's there to see close to QT Canberra?

This hotel is situated in Canberra City Centre within a 10-minute walk of Lake Burley Griffin, Canberra Theatre Centre, and Civic Square. You'll also find Canberra Centre and Commonwealth Park less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at QT Canberra?

Yes, parking is offered for AUD 30 per night. Though parking is limited, electric car charging is also available.

Does QT Canberra feature a casino on the premises?

No, QT Canberra doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at QT Canberra?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is QT Canberra good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a minibar, premium bedding, and bathrobes.

Does QT Canberra have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does QT Canberra have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, QT Canberra serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Capitol Bar & Grill.

Does QT Canberra allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at QT Canberra though service animals are welcome.

Does QT Canberra have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from QT Canberra?

The closest major airport to QT Canberra is Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.), which is 5.4 mi away (15 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at QT Canberra?

Yes, every guestroom at QT Canberra comes with a balcony.

Does QT Canberra have a wedding venue on site?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at QT Canberra.

QT Canberra Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 392 out of 1009 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 350 out of 1009 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 168 out of 1009 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1009 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1009 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Central to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adnan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

John, St Kilda East

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Housekeeping Lady excellent, Price & Position good but property tired, beds uncomfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Roman

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Aaron

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Amelia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unclean, tacky, worn down, mould on the ceilings in the bathroom. Construction site surrounding, noisy. This was not advertised. Included breakfast was gross. Stay somewhere else. Staff were nice though and I hate leaving mean reviews but so disappointed in our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Reece

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money. Great smell in hotel. Clean, good size room. Only negative was being next to the lift well - very noisey.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jeffrey, Goulburn

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pooja

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great property however there is construction happening around the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found the downstair bar and dining areas to be great options for us. We ate both nights in the bar area. Staff that we encountered were fantastic, barman Sam being a standout!! The room we had is starting to show its age but in saying that it was perfectly serviceable and very comfortable for our 2 night stay. We will certainly stay here again when we next head to Canberra.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

elie

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Would never stay here again
I wouldn't stay here ever again. Hotel doesn't mention 1.93m clearance on the website anywhere so my car didn't fit in the underground basement. We booked a room for 2 adults and 1 infant. No cot in the room upon arrival and had to follow it up twice with room service and received it after an hour and a half. Room had a terrible odour in it. Pretty sure it was from the sewer services in the hotel which are all blocked. We went to use the sink and it would take roughly 15 minutes to drain a basin puddle of roughly 15mm depth. Room had cob webs on the windows with dead insects in it. Got transferred to a different room only to have the same plumbing issues. I eventually gave up even trying to ask for help because I spent majority of my stay following things or asking for basics regarding hygiene or comfort.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Very comfortable rooms, everything is clean tidy and pleasant. Rooms have doors that open to small balconies and taking in the fresh air and views was great. There were building works around the hotel at the time we stayed so getting in and out by foot was tedious and there was a lot of noise pollution in the area. Good access to eateries nearby, but the in-hotel dining for us was not as good as we hoped. Great food though. We gave feedback on this so hopefully future patrons will have a better experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything in the hotel has aged and upgrades are needed to maintain the appeal of a QT. The bed was lumpy, rooms are dirty and carpet smells. Also, the front of the hotel is a noisy construction site for the light rail and they are building on weekends/night too. There was no forewarning about the construction before booking the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma, Meadowbank

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, staff are lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Phil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room - 1403 - was in a bit of a sad state. No bottle opener, ventilation in bathroom was like 737 jet engine - I had to block it with a face washer - sink did not hold water at all, woeful water pressure, shower mixer handle fell off as soon as I touched it. Comfy bed, good pillows, ventilation noise eventually shut down at some point overnight.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Darren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
after I booked the room online, I rang to see if I could get a room as high as I could. I was informed that I could get a room on the 8th floor. This was 2 weeks prior to check-in. when I arrived I was informed that my room was not available.... The room we had was dated. There was no proper ventilation in the bathroom and there was mold on the walls. the entrance to the bathroom had a slight rise which could catch out the unknowing elderly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Betsy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Construction site next door created a poor experience including noise 24/7. Nothing on website indicated construction impact on hotel quality. Very disappointed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Beware Construction!!!
Beautifully designed hotel with great staff in dire need of some maintenance located on the edge of a major construction project 😳 Would stay again, but only after qualifying the state and location of our room. Friends who had breakfast in the hotel (we didn’t) were disappointed at the lack of fresh fruit etc. Staff we dealt with were all great and changed our room (issues with bathroom drainage and dysfunctional ac) without any fuss.. they are the only reason we’d go back. 😏
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Nigel

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Nigel

Traveled with family
Disliked: Room comfort
Not suitable to stay
Building works outside - diggers going at 12 midnight on a Saturday night!!! They moved our rooms which was appreciated but this hotel is not visible to stay in with the building noise which is likely to be there through to 2025-2026.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024