Forrest Hotel and Apartments

3.5 star property

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Front of property – evening/night
Premium Two Bedroom Blandford Court Apartment | Living area
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Premium Two Bedroom Blandford Court Apartment | Private kitchen
Dinner served

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$104
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May

Explore the area

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30 National Circuit, Forrest, ACT, 2603
  • Place, Manuka Shopping Centre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Parliament House
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, National Gallery of Australia
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(133 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Premium Two Bedroom Blandford Court Apartment

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 67 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Executive One Bedroom Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard One Bedroom Apartment

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two Bedroom Blandford Court Apartment

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Standard Two Bedroom Albany Apartment (compact)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Executive Two Bedroom Albany Apartment (compact)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Canberra

Forrest Hotel and Apartments places you in the centre of Canberra, within a 30-minute stroll of Parliament House and Old Parliament House. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Sherwood Restaurant, is open for dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and laundry facilities. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Forrest motel include National Gallery of Australia and Australian National University.

What's nearby

  • Federal Golf Club - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Manuka Shopping Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lake Burley Griffin - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Old Parliament House - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • National Gallery of Australia - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Kingston Canberra Station - 3 min drive
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kingston Hotel - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Queen's Terrace Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Agostinis Italian Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Mee's Sushi - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this motel measures 915 square feet (85 square metres) and includes a conference centre. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Forrest Hotel and Apartments. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Canberra motel is smoke free.

  • 114 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 915 sq ft of conference space
  • 85 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference centre
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Forrest Hotel and Apartments offers 114 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. 30-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. This Canberra motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Sherwood Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (915 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of AUD 200 will be collected before check-in.
  • This property's damage deposit is payable via a secure link and is due within 24 hours after booking. Advance payment of the damage deposit is required to check in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

Forrest Hotel and Apartments offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

As of 21 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forrest Hotel and Apartments on 22 May 2026 start from AU$104, including 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.

Is parking available at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

Yep, Forrest Hotel and Apartments has a free self car park.

What makes Forrest Hotel and Apartments a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Forrest Hotel and Apartments.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

No, Forrest Hotel and Apartments does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

No, pets are not allowed.

Forrest Hotel and Apartments Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 416 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 356 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all round. Management was exceptional.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

8/10 Good

brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

6/10 Okay

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The shower has no pressure all the rest was ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional value and close to Manuka if you are there for a sporting event. Clean tidy and warm.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great kitchen facilities easy safe parking friendly staff I would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

8/10 Good

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The apartment was very clean. Situated in a good area and felt safe. Good parking, quiet location. Building is old but parts have been updated. Looks like they are in the process of updating some things. Reasonable price. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good central position in Canberra. Fully equipped kitchen. Comfortable. Good room layout. Adequate parking. Could be improved by including a coffee table. The HDMI cable was missing from the DVD player to the TV, so it could not be used. Otherwise, we enjoyed our stay and would recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely two day stay. We stayed in a 2 bedroom apartment. The apartment was clean and easy accessible downstairs for my elderly Mum with a walking stick. The only thing I would suggest would be a mop. The water from shower ran out onto the floor even with a dreain in front.A mop would of been handy to dry the floor
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gyan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Worth my money. Nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was adequate
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Anne-Marie

Liked: Staff & service
It didn’t feel very clean - but overall it was alright. Decent value for money
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful value for money. Central, modern, comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

India

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Polite front desk staff, room cleaned daily, tea/coffee and milk provided. Quiet location opposite s park. Bus stop just outside. Nice outdoor BBQ area and only 15 min walk to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly check-in staff. Adequate room with comfortable bedding and blockout curtains. Addition of a microwave would be useful along with updated bathroom, tea and coffee making area. Good discount provided by Wotif.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rocco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. Staff were friendly and professional. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean once we managed to get the key into the lock. Bedcover, worn with some holes in it. Good shower. Staff very nice, left our key with pleasant lady as we left earlier than planned. Photo of hotel misleading, not so much grass in front!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Punitkumar

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, great location, excellent value for money
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Martin

Liked: Staff & service
Whilst the room was in reasonable condition, there were indicators of wear & tear in the bathroom and main area. This would not stop me staying here again but it’s something to be aware of. The staff interactions in reception and restaurant were very professional.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

David J

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean convenient and well priced
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ye

Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was perfect for our needs. Great rate. Easy parking . Easy to get to. Close to Manuka restaurants and shops. Lovely street walks outside Hotel. Friendly desk service.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
fine place to sleep and shower. air conditioning seemed effective
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sisil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026