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Forrest Hotel & Apartments

30 National Circuit, Canberra, 2603

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Check-in
Nov 23, 2026
Check-out
Nov 25, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Convenient Location

    Nestled in the serene suburb of Forrest, our hotel is a short drive from major attractions like Parliament House and the National Gallery of Australia.

  • Modern Accommodation

    Experience comfort in every room, suite, or apartment with amenities like heating, air conditioning, and free cable TV. Some units also feature kitchen facilities for added convenience.

  • Dining and Facilities

    Indulge in delectable dishes at Sherwood Restaurant or savor outdoor dining during the summer. With access to barbecue facilities and nearby dining options, culinary delights are always within reach.

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HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Good location

  • Friendly staff

  • Clean rooms

At the hotel

Popular amenities

44 listed
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • BBQ facilities
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Express check-in/check-out
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Dining & drinks

  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Kid meals
  • Restaurant
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Vending machine - snacks

Fitness & outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Tennis equipment

Rooms & comfort

  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Free Parking
  • Parking
  • Private parking

Guest services

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage

Services & essentials

  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Picnic area
  • Room service
  • Vending machine - drinks
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

9,138 reviews
8/ 10
The apartment was very clean and comfortable and looked to be recently refurbished. Well l set up kitchen and value for money. Easy walk to Manuka’s restaurants.
John · couple · 2026-10-16

The guest experience

7.8out of 10
9138 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Good location
  • Friendly staff
  • Clean rooms
  • Affordable

Worth knowing — Small room size · Noise issues · Inconsistent food quality

How guests scored the stay

  • Location8.7

    The location was consistently praised, being close to key areas like the airport and city center.

  • Service8.7

    Staff were generally described as friendly and helpful. However, there was a complaint regarding lack of grace time during check-out.

  • Amenities8.2

    Amenities included free parking and a well-equipped kitchen, though some issues were noted with the bathroom.

  • Overall Experience8.2

    Overall reviews were positive, with many noting comfortable stays, despite some issues.

  • Value for Money7.6

    Several reviews indicated good value for the price, although some felt the cost was not justified for the experience.

  • Cleanliness7.2

    Multiple reviews mentioned cleanliness but also highlighted issues such as strong cleaning product smell and noise from neighbors.

  • Room Quality7.2

    General sentiment was mixed with mentions of small rooms and noise issues, affecting the overall quality.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Mixed experiences

56% of 9 recent stays rated 8+

7.89138 reviews
  • The apartment was very clean quiet and comfortable with a well set up kitchen and very good value for money.

    8/10

    John · couple · 2026-10-16

    “The apartment was very clean and comfortable and looked to be recently refurbished. Well l set up kitchen and value for money. Easy walk to Manuka’s restaurants.”

  • We left earlier and stayed somewhere else.

    1/10

    Ashleigh · family with children · 2026-10-15

    “Price”

  • Guest review

    7/10

    Nathaly Jhuliana · solo traveller · 2026-10-15

    “I liked the location”

  • It was a little fun

    5/10

    Afshan · family with children · 2026-10-15

    “Nothing”

  • A good motel to stay.

    8/10

    Faryal Khan · solo traveller · 2026-10-15

    “Location.”

  • Good

    8/10

    Doug · couple · 2026-10-14

    “TV unable to remove sub titles”

  • Guest review

    6/10

    Panagiotis · couple · 2026-10-13

    “Location and polite staff”

  • We loved our time at Forrest.

    8/10

    Chadha · family with children · 2026-10-13

    “Excellent location , close to shops. Quiet , clean and safe private area. Clean self contained unit, excellent for a quiet getaway. My family, especially my two grandsons enjoyed their stay. I must commend your attention to the smallest detail such as a spare rubbish bag.”

  • Perfect close to Art Gallery( the reason I went to Canberra)with buses right out front

    9/10

    Margaret · solo traveller · 2026-10-13

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