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Forrest Hotel and Apartments

3.5 star property
Motel with free parking, near Parliament House

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Welcome to our hotel, featuring a beautifully manicured lawn and a spacious outdoor seating area with comfortable seating.
Conference room with a large table and eight chairs, offering a professional atmosphere and a view of the outdoors.
Kitchen features a double oven, microwave, and refrigerator, along with ample storage and a tiled backsplash.
Enjoy al fresco dining under a spacious, shaded structure surrounded by trees and a scenic golf course view.
Kitchen with refrigerator, microwave, toaster, and stove, plus a dining table and chairs.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is RM312
RM343 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug

Room options

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Living area

Standard One Bedroom Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Executive Two Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Living area

Executive One Bedroom Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Forrest Double Room Special - limited housekeeping

1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Forrest Double Room Special - limited housekeeping

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Toaster
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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30-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Executive Two Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Living area

Superior Two Bedroom Apartment

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • 67 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(89 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Map
30 National Circuit, Forrest, ACT, 2603

What's nearby

  • Parliament House - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Old Parliament House - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • National Gallery of Australia - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Australian National University - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • National Museum of Australia - 7 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Urban Pantry - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ostani - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Public Bar & Dining Room - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Belluci's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪My Cafe in Manuka - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

Motel near Parliament House
Located close to Old Parliament House and National Gallery of Australia, Forrest Hotel and Apartments provides a garden, laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area. The on-site restaurant, Sherwood Restaurant, offers breakfast, dinner and al fresco dining. In addition to a bar and a conference centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Tour/ticket information, smoke-free property and 1 meeting room
  • A computer station, a vending machine and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the overall value, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 114 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and hairdryers
  • 30-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, toasters and electric kettles

Languages

English

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RM326 total
includes taxes & fees
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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

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

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • 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 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds and high chair
This property accepts major 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 smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Forrest Hotel & Apartments
Forrest Hotel Apartments

Frequently asked questions

Is Forrest Hotel and Apartments pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 22 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forrest Hotel and Apartments on 17 Aug 2025 start from RM 312.21, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Forrest Hotel and Apartments?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Forrest Hotel and Apartments located?

Located in Forrest, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Parliament House and Old Parliament House. National Gallery of Australia and Australian National University are also within 6 mi (10 km). Kingston Canberra Station is 29 minutes by foot.

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Forrest Hotel and Apartments Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 378 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 375 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 172 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1004 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay with a family or for a longer stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

KAROLINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

The hotel was in a great location. Free onsite parking was a great bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

GUY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This was a nice minimal hotel with comfortable bed and responsible price for a one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room with good amenities, including electric blankets. 10 minute walk to Manuka shopping area with several good meal options 5 minute drive to National Gallery
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All round great stay friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, shops and eateries nearby, clean and comfortable. Has everything you need. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just stayed 1 night, staff helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, parking included and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

qian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good place for family traveling
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Easy to find. Good location. Well kept. Will return.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had everything I needed for my weekend stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fabulous appointment apartment. Came with everything you need. Was a truly wonderful stopover on our way from Melbourne to Sydney. A word to the wise, you need a physical credit card at check in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place and great to have a seperate bedroom. It was advertised as a queen bed but was definitely a double bed instead that was disappointing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Md Sakawat

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Within walking distance of Parliament House and local Cafe strip.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I heve been in this hotel many times and I find it very good for the price
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Julie-Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean and reasonable price. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
all good, great location, basic all included as anticated, which suited me requirement for a quick stay rayB
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very surprised as it was a very nice place to stay. Would go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place Close to everything that matters Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

RANIL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
GREAT QUIT PLACE TO STAY
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

GREGORY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

nicely placed

standard hotel close to where we had work commitment's
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Location.. Basic clean rooms, well priced.. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024