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Brassey Hotel

Belmore Gardens & Macquarie Street, Canberra, 2600

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Nov 23, 2026
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Nov 25, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Manicured Gardens and Old World Charm

    Nestled on 2.5 acres of lush gardens, the 1920s-style Brassey of Canberra exudes old-world charm, offering a serene retreat just moments away from the bustling Parliament of Australia and Capital Circle.

  • Convenient Access to Local Attractions

    Located in the prestigious Barton suburb, guests have easy access to Canberra's top attractions, with Lake Burley Griffin, National Gallery of Australia, National Library, and Old Parliament House all within walking distance.

  • Comfortable Rooms and Dining Options

    Each room at Brassey Hotel features essential amenities like a desk, refrigerator, and tea/coffee facilities, ensuring a comfortable stay. Guests can also explore various dining options nearby, ranging from Japanese cuisine to fine dining restaurants.

Book now to experience a blend of historic elegance and modern comfort at Brassey of Canberra!

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Great location / close to restaurants and cafes

  • Very comfortable beds and pillows

  • Friendly, helpful staff

At the hotel

Popular amenities

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  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Car hire
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Concierge service
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Pools & wellness

  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Massage services
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Steam room

Dining & drinks

  • Fruits
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Wine/champagne

Fitness & outdoors

  • Cycling
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness classes
  • Fitness facilities
  • Garden
  • Personal trainer

Rooms & comfort

  • Heating
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Safety deposit box
  • Security alarm
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Parking
  • Parking
  • Private parking

Guest services

  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage

Services & essentials

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Higher level toilet
  • Key card access
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

2,975 reviews
8/ 10
Very nice hotel
Peter · solo traveller · 2026-10-14

The guest experience

8.6out of 10
2975 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Great location / close to restaurants and cafes
  • Very comfortable beds and pillows
  • Friendly, helpful staff
  • Clean and cosy rooms
  • Good gym and excellent Hale Spa
  • Cozy fireside/snack areas

Worth knowing — Some rooms small or with cold bathrooms · TVs are not smart / in-room tech issues · Occasional billing/mini-bar disputes · Limited on-site parking · Occasional smoker-room odor reported · Noise from external AC unit outside some rooms

How guests scored the stay

  • Location9.3

    Consistently highlighted as a major positive: central, convenient, walking distance to restaurants/cafes. A commonly mentioned drawback is limited on-site parking.

  • Service9.2

    Staff repeatedly praised as friendly, helpful and attentive (some called service outstanding). A few service hiccups noted (mini-bar billing dispute, late room service, trips to reception to fix in-room issues).

  • Cleanliness9.1

    Generally described as very clean and cosy in multiple reviews; isolated issues include one smoker-room smell and a reported billing/mini-bar incident that affected perceived cleanliness for a guest.

  • Value for Money8.6

    Several guests explicitly described the stay as good value and would return; positives (comfort, location) outweigh the minor issues for most reviewers.

  • Amenities8.3

    Good gym and highly regarded Hale Spa, cosy fireside/snack areas and accessible dining options. Some in-room amenity malfunctions (handset/TV setup) and public gym access impacting parking noted.

  • Overall Experience8.2

    Majority report a wonderful, peaceful stay and intention to return; overall atmosphere, comfort and service are strong despite some operational/room-specific issues.

  • Food and Beverage8.1

    Breakfast at a nearby Louis cafe was praised and dining options were appreciated, though some guests noted no hotel breakfast or mixed F&B availability.

  • Room Quality8.0

    Beds and pillows widely praised as very comfortable; however some rooms described as small, bathrooms cold or poorly lit, TVs not smart and occasional noisy external AC units.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Consistent

73% of 11 recent stays rated 8+

8.62975 reviews
  • Guest review

    8/10

    Peter · solo traveller · 2026-10-14

    “Very nice hotel”

  • pratique car à proximité de mon lieu de travail mais très isolé et old fashioned

    6/10

    Alexandre · solo traveller · 2026-10-13

    “literie relativement confortable, personnel très agréable”

  • Enjoyable

    10/10

    Leyon · couple · 2026-10-12

    “Old world large rooms well appointed.very well located to public transport and attractions”

  • Guest review

    7/10

    Stephanie · couple · 2026-10-12

    “Price and location.”

  • Good location, quiet hotel. Clean and comfortable

    8/10

    Catherine · couple · 2026-10-11

    “Decent sized room with really comfortable beds. Shower pressure good and nice toiletries available. Lovely quiet location and the hotel surrounded by well maintained grounds.”

  • Enjoyable, friendly helpful staff, would recommend

    9/10

    Bindi · extended group · 2026-10-11

    “Location in hospitality precinct, easy walking distance to cafes, restaurants, hotel was quiet”

  • Excellent value; our choice of accommodation when staying in Canberra.

    10/10

    Renee · couple · 2026-10-10

    “Location was excellent; quiet yet close to restaurants and relatively near attractions. Cleanliness was excellent and staff always polite and soo helpful.”

  • Would rebook

    10/10

    Richard · couple · 2026-10-10

    “Quiet and conveniently located”

  • Happy

    7/10

    Ally · couple · 2026-10-08

    “Clean and cosy. The coffee maker near reception was a nice touch.”

  • Great place. I’ll stay again.

    10/10

    Anne · solo traveller · 2026-10-08

    “Lovely big comfortable room and friendly and helpful staff”

  • Great choice for our short Canberra break.

    8/10

    Patricia · couple · 2026-10-08

    “Lovely older style room which was extremely comfortable. Perfect location which enabled us to walk to several places of interest. We also loved being in a quiet part of Canberra.”

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