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About the Hotel

40 Allara Street, Canberra, Australia, 2601

Rooms with Views

Meriton Suites Canberra offers split-level suites with three separate bedrooms and a private balcony overlooking the CBD and Lake Burley Griffin. Each suite includes a king-size bed (convertible to two singles), a sofa, and a dining area. The fully equipped kitchen has a Bosch induction cooktop, and the laundry includes a washing machine and dryer. Bathrooms feature Kevin Murphy amenities. All suites have STAYCAST by Google Chromecast.

Central Location

The hotel is 300 meters from the National Convention Centre Canberra and 500 meters from Canberra Centre. It's a 10-minute walk to Alinga Street and 2 km from the National Museum of Australia. Nearby landmarks include the Australian National University (1 km), Casino Canberra (0.5 km), and Questacon (2.5 km).

Suite Features

Suites include ironing facilities, heating, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. Some suites have views of Lake Burley Griffin, while others face a lightwell. The split-level layout provides separate living and sleeping areas.

Transport Links

The hotel is 4.5 km from Canberra Airport. Public transport options include buses to Central Station (Bus #7) and the Green Line Tram (Stop: Hauptbahnhof).

Nearby Attractions

Guests can visit Glebe Park (1 km), the Australian Vietnam Forces National Memorial (1 km), and the National Library of Australia (2.5 km). Floriade, a seasonal flower festival, is 1 km away.

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From cozy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

Studio Luxury Suite

Max:

2 persons

445 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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One Bedroom Mini Suite

Max:

2 persons

520 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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One bedroom Luxury Suite

Max:

2 persons

575 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

Canberra 1.9 mi

Airports

Canberra (CBR) 7.1 mi

Train

Canberra Railway Station 2.4 mi

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

AUD 32 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Laundry
Dry cleaning

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Rooftop pool
Indoor swimming pool
Sauna

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Ironing facilities

Location

40 Allara Street, Canberra, Australia, 2601

Map view

40 Allara Street, Canberra, Australia, 2601

City landmarks

Museum

Australian War Memorial

1.4 mi

Museum

Questacon

1.5 mi

Museum

National Museum of Australia

1.3 mi

Gallery

National Gallery of Australia

1.8 mi

Event hall

National Convention Centre Canberra

3200 ft

Lake

Lake Burley Griffin

1.3 mi

Park

Glebe Park

2900 ft

University

Australian National University

3600 ft

Commonwealth Park

Floriade

3900 ft

Casino

Casino Canberra

2200 ft

Anzac Parade

Australian Vietnam Forces National Memorial

3300 ft

Anzac Parade

1.2 mi

Library

National Library of Australia

1.5 mi

Anzac Parade

Australian Army Memorial

3600 ft

Anzac Parade

Australian National Korean War Memorial

3500 ft

Anzac Parade

Rats of Tobruk Memorial

3600 ft

Anzac Parade

Royal Australian Air Force Memorial

3600 ft

Anzac Parade

Royal Australian Navy Memorial

4000 ft

Public Building

Old Parliament House

1.4 mi

Church

St John the Baptist Church

2800 ft

Monument

Captain Cook Memorial Globe

3000 ft

Wendouree Drive

Blundells Cottage

4500 ft

Park

Commonwealth Park

1.1 mi

McCoy Circuit Acton

National Film and Sound Archive of Australia

3600 ft

ANZAC Parade

Desert Mounted Corps Memorial

3300 ft

Gallery

National Portrait Gallery

1.7 mi

Barrine Drive

National Capital Exhibition

4800 ft

Nearby

Mall

Canberra Centre

1400 ft

Gallery

Canberra Museum and Gallery

700 ft

Weereewa Lookout

1600 ft

Restaurants

Il Covo Restaurant

400 ft

U 3 40 Allara St

Bluewater Restaurant and Bar

400 ft

2 Akuna St

Natural Nine

1000 ft

21 Binara St Casino Canberra

Redsalt Restaurant

1000 ft

1 Binara St

Glasshouse Cafe

800 ft

10 Binara Street

Transit Bar

600 ft

7 Akuna St

Indian Affair In The City

600 ft

11 Akuna St Canberra City

Banana Leaf

1100 ft

17 Kennedy Street Kingston

Gather Park

1000 ft

Manhattan Apartments 240 Bunda St

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

86%

enjoyed their stay & would return

modern amenities

central position

high pricing

limited dining options

8.6/10

Great

Rooms

8.0

Location

9.0

Service

8.7

Dining

7.0

Joel

United Kingdom, March 2024

8.2/10

The hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of Canberra near the Casino, making it convenient to most places of interest. The service, however, goes above and beyond to ensure every need is met without even having to ask, yet it comes at a premium. The dining experience offers local dishes but could use a bit more variety. Overall, it's a great choice for a stay in the bustling city center of Canberra.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms on a higher level offer fantastic views and come with lovely modern amenities.

Service

8.0

The staff at the reception desk ensured my request was accommodated without me asking, providing exceptional service, but may come at a slightly higher price point.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in the centre of Canberra near the Casino, providing easy access to most places of interest.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offers tasty local dishes but could benefit from a broader selection to cater to different preferences.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel boasts great facilities to enhance your stay in the heart of Canberra.

modern amenities

high pricing

Michael

United Kingdom, December 2023

8.0/10

The hotel is centrally located, making it convenient for exploring the city, but can be noisy at times due to the central position. The service at the reception desk is top-notch, ensuring all requests are accommodated. The dining experience features homemade jams for breakfast, a delightful touch for those who enjoy a homely meal. Overall, the hotel offers good value for money for those looking to stay in the heart of the city.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are in very nice new condition with lovely amenities.

Service

9.0

The service at the reception desk ensured my request was accommodated without me asking.

Location

8.0

The hotel is in a central position convenient to everything in the city center.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience includes home-made jams for a cozy touch.

Facilities

The facilities provided are satisfactory for a comfortable stay.

William

United Kingdom, October 2023

8.4/10

The hotel offers modern amenities and good facilities. The rooms come with lovely amenities. The location is in a central position, convenient to everything. Service is top-notch, ensuring requests are accommodated without needing to ask. However, the dining experience could be improved with more variety. Overall, great value for the price.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are equipped with cooking facilities and lovely amenities.

Service

9.0

The service at the reception desk is exceptional, ensuring requests are accommodated promptly.

Location

10.0

The hotel is in a central position convenient to everything.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience offers homemade rolls, but could have more variety.