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Canberra Rex Hotel

Canberra , 150 Northbourne Ave, Braddon (Show on Map)

8.2

Very Good

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Summary of reviewsThe Canberra Rex Hotel is a great choice for those looking for a comfortable and clean stay in a convenient location. The hotel is strategically located near the city center with a great selection of eateries and shops within walking distance. The rooftop bar provides stunning views of the area. The rooms are spacious, modern and well-furnished with some offering lovely views. The staff are exceptional, accommodating and attentive to cleanliness. The hotel offers adequate guest wifi, although some guests have reported slow and sporadic wifi. The swimming pool is inviting and accessible with some guests enjoying the heated pool. The beds are extremely comfortable, providing a great night's sleep. The hotel provides exceptional facilities and services to its guests, making it a popular choice for business travelers. The hotel caters to guests with disabilities with its wheelchair accessible room and motion light. Overall, the Canberra Rex Hotel provides excellent comfort and value for money.
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Room Types

King Room This refurbished room features a modern bathroom with a walk-in shower. It also includes a 40-inch flat-screen TV. Please note that the rates is based on 1 guest. Maximum occupancy is 2 (see hotel policies). Rooms that are wheelchair accessible are available on request. Please use the special request box when booking or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Twin Room This refurbished room features a bathroom with a walk-in shower, designer amenities, tea/coffee making facilities and a 40-inch flat-screen TV. Access to a 20-metre heated indoor pool and a fitness centre is provided.

Studio Suite This suite features a luxurious marble bathroom with 3 rain-shower heads. It also includes a seating area, work desk and free WiFi. Access to a 20 metre heated pool and a fitness centre.

Suite with Spa Bath This renovated suite features a luxurious marble bathroom with a spacious spa bath. It also includes a LCD TV, seating area, work desk, balcony, free WiFi, 20 metre heated pool and a fitness centre.

Suite with Sauna This suite has a large king-size bed, marble bathroom including a private sauna, designer amenities, spacious lounge area with a 40-inch LCD flat-screen TV, writing desk, complimentary basic WiFi and tea and coffee making facilities. Guests receive use of the 20m indoor pool and gymnasium.

Suite with Steam Room This suite has a large king-size bed, generously sized marble bathroom including a dual shower-steam room, designer amenities, spacious lounge area with a 40-inch LCD flat-screen TV, writing desk, complimentary basic WiFi and tea and coffee making facilities. Guests receive use of the 20m indoor pool and gymnasium.

Crown Suite This suite includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. This suite is air-conditioned and has a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, as well as heating. The unit has 1 bed.

King Suite This suite features a king-size bed, generously sized marble bathroom, designer amenities, spacious lounge area with a 40-inch LCD flat-screen TV, study area, complimentary basic WiFi and tea and coffee making facilities. Guests receive use of the 20m indoor pool and gymnasium.

King Room with Balcony The twin/double room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This twin/double room has a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, a flat-screen TV and a balcony. The unit has 1 bed.

King Room - Disability Access The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The double room provides a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor and heating. The unit has 1 bed.

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Guest Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Location

Canberra Rex Hotel is strategically located near the city center, making it an ideal place to start your adventure around the capital. The neighborhood of Braddon was highly praised as it offers a great selection of eateries and ticked all the boxes for guests. Restaurants, cafes and shops are within walking distance and there is a tram stop just outside the hotel. The rooftop bar of the hotel provides guests with stunning views of the area. The location was described as excellent, convenient and perfect for those who want ease of access to the city and its attractions. Guests recommend an 800m walk to Lonsdale Street, which offers various dining options. While some guests complained about the distance from the city center, others found it comfortable and quiet. Overall, Canberra Rex Hotel's location received positive reviews from guests who described it as great, good and very central.

Breakfast

The breakfast at Canberra Rex Hotel has been described as both great and disappointing by guests. Some complained that the hot food was not warm enough or lacked variety, while others thought it was tasty and more than enough. It's worth noting that cereal for breakfast comes at an additional $15. However, the buffet breakfast on Level 5 has been described as excellent with lovely staff to assist. Guests were impressed with the views and the variety offered at the breakfast. Overall, the breakfast experiences seem to vary, but the majority of guests enjoyed their meals.

Rooms

The Canberra Rex Hotel boasts spacious, modern and comfortable rooms that are super clean and tidy, ensuring a lovely stay for guests. The upgraded spa rooms are particularly loved with the shower and sauna being a highlight. Disabled rooms are also commended for their spaciousness and luxury features. Rooms are well-furnished with some featuring two big TVs and the bathroom facilities are well-appointed. The hotel design is also a standout feature with some rooms offering lovely views. The staff are friendly and ensure that rooms are cleaned every day. While some reviewers found the rooms to be a bit small or the furniture chipped and scratched, most guests enjoyed their comfortable and clean accommodation with good facilities including air conditioning and green tea. The location is also convenient for accessing everything Canberra has to offer.

Beds

If you're looking for a hotel with comfortable beds, then the Canberra Rex Hotel is definitely a great choice. Many guests have raved about the super comfy and extremely comfortable beds available, which provide a great night's sleep. The pillows and showers are also noteworthy, making your stay even more enjoyable. While some guests have found the bed to be a bit too firm or hard resulting in discomfort and back pain, many have praised the nice and comfy beds. A few guests unfortunately had hairs in their beds, but overall the comfort of the bed seems to be a highlight of this hotel. Whether it's a big or small bed, you can rest assured that your sleep will be comfortable at Canberra Rex Hotel.

Cleanliness

The Canberra Rex Hotel is a great choice if you're after a clean and comfortable stay. Guests noted that the rooms were super clean with modern amenities and were cleaned every day. The staff were attentive to detail with cleanliness, ensuring the room was always spotless. The bathroom was also noted as clean and nice. Convenience and location were coupled with spacious, clean rooms. Additionally, guests appreciated the everyday fresh linen and towels. The overall feedback was that the hotel was clean and tidy with lovely, clean rooms.

Staff

The staff at Canberra Rex Hotel have received nothing but glowing reviews from guests! They have been described as lovely, super friendly, accommodating, exceptional and prompt. Many guests have praised specific staff members by name, such as Erica and Elise. The staff were particularly welcoming at check-in and at the 5th-floor bar. They were always attentive to cleanliness and went above and beyond to make guests' stays special. Although some guests found the reception staff inconsistent with their communication or not as friendly as previous stays, overall the staff were described as helpful, polite, compassionate and welcoming. Breakfast staff were especially lovely. The staff truly make the Canberra Rex Hotel a fantastic destination in a great location.

Wi-Fi

The Canberra Rex Hotel offers guests adequate guest wifi, although some guests have reported slow and sporadic wifi. A few guests have had trouble getting any internet connection in their rooms or have experienced wifi that is either very slow or terrible. Despite this, the overall consensus seems to be that the hotel's wifi could be better, but is sufficient for most needs.

Pool

Guests of the Canberra Rex Hotel have shared their thoughts on the hotel's swimming pool, located in a separate building. Despite some concerns about the temperature being too cold for some guests, many enjoyed the inviting and accessible pool which was of a decent size. Those who were able to access the heated pool spoke positively of the experience. Unfortunately, a few guests had bad luck with the pool being closed for maintenance during their stay. Overall, guests appreciated the pool and its facilities, such as the rooftop bar and gym located in the same building as the pool.

4 Star

The Canberra Rex Hotel is a lovely older four-star hotel that provides exceptional facilities and services to its guests. The spacious suites are clean, modern and comfortable with fantastic views from the balcony. The rooftop bar is exceptional and provides a great view of the city with the best cocktails ever. The hotel is affordable and provides great value for money with great breakfast and a fantastic location within short walking distance to all restaurants. The hotel rooms are also well-made, always spotless and equipped with two big TVs. The staff are very polite, attentive and detail-oriented, making the guests feel welcomed and comfortable during their stay. The only downside is that it is a bit far from the city centre, but overall it is a superb hotel with convenient location, clean and spacious rooms and excellent comfort and value.

Business

Located in Canberra, the Rex Hotel proves to be a popular choice for business travelers due to its range of facilities tailored towards their needs. With dedicated facilities on Level 5, business trips are well-suited to the situation. The guest wifi is adequate and there is a working desk area with great potential. However, some guests report that the hotel is not so great for work with limited parking and dirty tables in the rooftop bar. Despite this, guests agree that their rooms are well made and comfortable for their stay. Overall, while some improvements could be made, the Rex Hotel remains a popular option for conferences and business trips.

Accessible

Canberra Rex Hotel caters to guests with disabilities with its wheelchair accessible room and motion light, making it easy to navigate around the property. The hotel's location is convenient as it is close to the town area and light rail service, allowing guests to explore the city with ease. The spacious and clean rooms are perfect for large-bodied guests, especially with the wonderfully large shower. However, parking can be limited and difficult to find, as the onsite parking options are poor. Additionally, the hotel's windows cannot be opened. Despite these minor setbacks, the hotel provides a comfortable stay for all guests, especially those with disabilities.

Yes, Canberra Rex Hotel has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Indoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Canberra Rex Hotel.

No, Canberra Rex Hotel doesn't allow dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Canberra Rex Hotel.

Yes, Canberra Rex Hotel has a gym.

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