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ANU - University House Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Australian National University
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Property amenity
26-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed | Living area
Garden
Lunch and dinner served

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
1 Balmain Crescent, Acton, ACT, 2601
  • Australian National University
    1 min walk
  • Lake Burley Griffin
    11 min walk
  • National Museum of Australia
    14 min walk
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.)
    16 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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26-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

Two Bedroom Suite - 1 Queen and 2 Singles

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 96 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Queen Room

Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Queen Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Queen Room + SofaBed

Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Queen Room + SofaBed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Two Bedroom Suite - 4 Singles

26-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

Two Bedroom Suite - 4 Singles

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 96 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Executive Twin Room

Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

Executive Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Exterior
Mercure Canberra
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Gym
4.0 out of 5, Very good, (1004)
The price is AU$930
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Mercure Canberra

About the area

Canberra

ANU - University House Hotel places you in the centre of Canberra, steps from Australian National University and within a short 5-minute stroll of National Film & Sound Archive. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, 2 coffee shops/cafes and a restaurant. .The restaurant, Boffins Restaurant, is open for lunch and dinner. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms, a conference centre, and a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Near this 3.5-property class Acton hotel, you'll find Parliament House.

What's nearby

  • Australian National University - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • National Museum of Australia - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Canberra Centre - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Questacon - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Parliament House - 5 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Kingston Canberra Station - 11 min drive
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Badger & Co - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Lab - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Broger Burger - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Two Before Ten - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪QT Lounge - ‬9 min walk

About this property

ANU - University House Hotel

Hotel with free parking, steps from Australian National University
There's a restaurant on site, as well as 2 coffee shops/cafes and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. A library, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly ANU - University House Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Canberra hotel.

  • 104 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1952
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
ANU - University House Hotel offers 104 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. 26-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; AUD 20 to 30 for adults and AUD 15 to 25 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Boffins Restaurant
  • Fellows Bar and Cafe

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1952
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 0.96 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 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 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 20 to 30 for adults and AUD 15 to 25 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 0.96 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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
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. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

ANU Hotel
ANU University Hotel
ANU University House Acton
ANU University House Hotel
ANU University House Hotel Acton
University House Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at ANU - University House Hotel?

ANU - University House Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at ANU - University House Hotel?

Yep, ANU - University House Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Is ANU - University House Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that ANU - University House Hotel is a hit with families.

Does ANU - University House Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is available weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at ANU - University House Hotel?

No, ANU - University House Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at ANU - University House Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at ANU - University House Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at ANU - University House Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at ANU - University House Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

ANU - University House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 441 out of 987 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 401 out of 987 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 987 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 987 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 987 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ii is in a beautiful settling, calm and peaceful. My room was more like an apartment, with lounge/study, bedroom and bathroom (no kitchen). The mid-century furniture is well preserved,
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

GordenTallis, Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Uni House is in a great, quiet location. Despite it being an old building it is clean and spacious. Check-in is always easy and the staff are friendly. Fellows bar is also nice for a drink in the afternoon. I would recommend this especially to people who have a car, as it is a bit of a walk into civic.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

2/10 Terrible

Roger, Sydney

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed 2 nights. There was no air conditioning. The shower was cold. I told the front desk about it the second morning and they said they would check it. Still cold on the second night. It was like staying in an army barracks.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Facility was fine and value for money, staff were polite and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sad not to be able to have breakfast in Boffins anymore.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was what I expected for the price, although they didn’t mention the shared bathroom facilities until the confirmation phone call on the day before I checked in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable, great ambience, old fashioned comfortable rooms, superb restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall good. Pleasant and friendly staff. Restaurants close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Patchy
A convenient place to stay on the ANU campus. Staff were excellent. I appreciated the beautiful courtyard, the in room fridge, large desk, electric jug and tea/coffee. But the bed was not really comfortable (too old); the TV was super tiny; and the seating was hard. Also the cafe was closed all over the weekend (and it was a considerable walk to other cafes).
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here twice in the last couple of months. we avoided 'Boffins' this time as it is over-priced & you definitely do not get what you pay for. we ate at 'Fellows' which was very enjoyable & much better than 'Boffins'. The accommodation was clean, spacious & comfortable as usual.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and very comfortable room. Walking distance to everything. Lovely check-in staff. Free parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to stay
We stay here regularly as it is ideally situated for proximity to activities at ANU as well as close to town and is reasonably priced. Room comfortable and spacious. As always my complaint is always having two single beds rather than a shared bed plus the annoying heavy bathroom door which deliberately swings shut every time one goes in and out of it so filling up the kettle etc is more difficult than it needs to be. Our toilet was difficult to flush plus the tap handle for the shower came off in my hand when I showered. I reported these issues so hopefully they will get fixed. There isn't ever a power point at desk top level for the kettle so we always end up with it sitting down on the carpeted floor. I do think the management could supply an extension cord or improve the set up so that power points are available for use at desk top level. Bending down to floor level is a nuisance.and families with young children would need to be vigilant to prevent scalding injuries from boiling water.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jessy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very comfortable. The people in the room above were noisy at times
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019