ANU - University House Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Australian National University

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Reception
Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony | Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Property grounds
Garden
Aerial view

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 307 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

  • 474 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed

  • 128 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Executive Twin Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Two Bedroom Suite - 1 Queen and 2 Singles

  • 1033 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Queen Room

  • 473 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two Bedroom Suite - 4 Singles

  • 1033 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Queen Room + SofaBed

  • 474 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Canberra

Located in Acton, ANU - University House Hotel is adjacent to Australian National University and within a 5-minute walk of National Film & Sound Archive. This 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with 104 rooms and conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a conference center.

What's nearby

  • Australian National University - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Lake Burley Griffin - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Commonwealth Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • National Museum of Australia - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Canberra Centre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sharetea - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Badger & Co - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Lab - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Cupping Room - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Močan & Green Grout - ‬9 min walk

About this property

ANU - University House Hotel

Hotel with free parking, steps from Australian National University
ANU - University House Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a conference center. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a business center, a library, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 26-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, electric kettles, and phones.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite 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

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Crib (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 center
  • Conference center
  • 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
  • Crib (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 percent 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
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
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-11 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 18 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed 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

Is a free cancellation option available at ANU - University House Hotel?

ANU - University House Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do around ANU - University House Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Acton, just steps from National Film & Sound Archive. You'll also find Lake Burley Griffin and National Museum of Australia less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at ANU - University House Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does ANU - University House Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, ANU - University House Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at ANU - University House Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is ANU - University House Hotel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like 2 bars and a garden-view restaurant plus some guestrooms include kitchenettes.

Are there hot tubs at ANU - University House Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does ANU - University House Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, ANU - University House Hotel has 2 cafes, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does ANU - University House Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at ANU - University House Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at ANU - University House Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to ANU - University House Hotel?

The closest major airport to ANU - University House Hotel is Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.), which is 5.7 mi away (16 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at ANU - University House Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at ANU - University House Hotel offer a balcony.

Does ANU - University House Hotel offer wedding services?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at ANU - University House Hotel.