Meriton Suites Canberra
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Worth booking if you want Canberra's five-star option in the City Centre, with a pool and gym, and can walk to the main museums. Drivers should think about parking first, and value seekers should look at our Best Value pick.
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Travellers who plan to see the national museums on foot will get the most out of it. So will families, as the property lists family rooms, and anyone who wants a pool and a gym after a day out.
Guests score it 8.9 out of 10 from 4,500 reviews, and the location scores 9.5. It is also tagged for spa facilities, though what that includes is not confirmed.
Arriving by car is the weak point. Guests say on-site parking is limited and fills quickly, and there is no drop-off zone for check-in. If you drive, that could be a hassle.
Location and getting around
The hotel is at 40 Allara Street in the City Centre. Guests like being within walking distance of the shopping mall, restaurants, the casino and the lake.
The Australian War Memorial is about 1.5 km away, roughly 19 minutes on foot. The National Museum of Australia is about 1.6 km, around 20 minutes, and the National Gallery of Australia about 2 km, around 25 minutes. All three are walkable for most people.
These times are straight-line estimates and have not been verified, so real routes may take longer.
What guests say
Location is the strongest theme. People like having shops, food and the lake close by without needing a car.
Staff also get praise for a friendly, attentive welcome and helpful local advice.
The clear complaint is parking. Spaces are limited and go fast, and the lack of a drop-off area makes check-in awkward for drivers.
Price and what you get, compared with our other two Canberra picks
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026, for 2 adults in one room, was €173.82 per night, about €348 for the two nights. The sample median was €147.31. This is not a live quote, so check today's price for your dates.
Our Best Value pick, Knightsbridge Canberra, was €147.31 a night with a 9.0 score and four stars. Our Budget pick, Quality Hotel Dickson, was €94.36 with an 8.4 score.
The extra €26 or so over the Best Value pick buys a fifth star, a pool, a gym, family rooms, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast information is missing from our data, so whether it is offered or included is not confirmed.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 11 eligible hotels in Canberra. For the Luxury slot we prioritise five-star properties, and this one shares second place on guest score in that sample.
A five-star rating, a 9.5 location score and 4,500 reviews made it the most solid upscale choice in the city.
Before you book
If you are driving, ask the hotel about parking availability and cost for your dates, and where to stop when you arrive.
Check whether breakfast is available and included, since we have no information on it. Cancellation terms, room size and noise have not been assessed either, so read the conditions and recent reviews. Ask about pool hours and any spa fees.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Can I walk to the Australian War Memorial from Meriton Suites Canberra?
Yes, it is about 1.5 km, roughly 19 minutes on foot by straight-line estimate. The National Museum and National Gallery are 20 to 25 minutes away.
Is parking easy at the hotel?
Not always. Guests say on-site spaces are limited and fill quickly, and there is no check-in drop-off zone. Ask the hotel in advance.
Does it include breakfast?
We have no breakfast information for this hotel. Check with the property or on your booking whether breakfast is offered and included.
How much does a night cost?
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults was €173.82 per night. Check today's price for your dates.