| the modern, compact rooms have rainfall showers, free wi-fi and smart tvs, plus nespresso machines and minibars. there's also access to a nearby hotel's gym and spa. this hip hotel, set next to a bus stop in canberra's realm precinct, is 1 km from parliament house and 2 km from the national gallery of australia. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. amenities include a lounge area with floor-to-ceiling windows and fireplaces, as well as a library
Canberra Airport 13 min
National Arboretum Canberra (14 min)
Large, modern park with cedar & oak forests, a lively cafe & a playground with big acorn treehouses. Lake Burley Griffin (9 min)
Serene trails for walking & cycling border this scenic man-made lake offering boating & fishing. Australian War Memorial (9 min)
Shrine and museum built as a visual focus for the country's gratefulness for military sacrifice. National Library of Australia (5 min)
Public library with a reading room, treasures gallery, changing exhibitions, a bookshop and a cafe. National Museum of Australia (8 min)
Modern waterfront building housing artifacts from 50,000 years of Australian history & culture. National Zoo & Aquarium (9 min)
This storied, 25-acre site offers exotic & native animal encounters, zookeeper talks & picnic areas. National Portrait Gallery (9 min)
National collection of portraits, photos and paintings in a contemporary, geometric building. Parliament House (12 min)
Vast, hilltop building housing Australia's parliament, opened in 1988, topped by 81m-high flagpole. Questacon - National Science and Technology Centre (5 min)
Children's museum featuring interactive exhibits & puppet shows about science & technology. Old Parliament House (10 min)
Seat of Federal Parliament for 61 years until 1988, now housing the Museum of Australian Democracy. Telstra Tower (14 min)
Open since 1980, this 195m-high telecoms tower has observation decks, a cafe & exhibition space. Mount Ainslie (14 min)
Mountain offering a walking trail with war memorials & an overlook for city & sunset views. Australian National Botanic Gardens (10 min)
Tranquil botanical garden featuring a diverse array of native plants, walking trails & a cafe. National Gallery of Australia (9 min)
Expansive modern building with Australian & international art, plus a sizable aboriginal collection. | 
