Name: Canberra Lyneham Motor Inn
Address: 39 Mouat Street, Lyneham, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, AU
Price range: US$77–US$121 per night
Rating: 7.13

What guests think

At Canberra Lyneham Motor Inn, travellers describe a budget, older-style motel with friendly staff and convenient access to the light rail and local shops, but it shows its age through dated decor and noticeable maintenance issues.

Many appreciate the spacious rooms, comfortable beds, hot high-pressure showers, and easy parking near the door. Common drawbacks are limited in-room amenities and unreliable or capped Wi‑Fi; reception can be scarce outside standard hours. Housekeeping is generally clean, though some guests report inconsistent servicing. Overall, expect simple, no-frills lodgings that trade modern polish for value and convenience.

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Facilities

Ample free parking, often right outside rooms; management accommodated EV and mobility-scooter charging for some guests. In-room amenities are basic, with several noting a lack of crockery, cutlery, and toasters.

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8

Ben

26 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Offered free easy parking with a 10min walk to lighy rail. Staff were friendly. Room are basic but was exactly what we required for a short-term stay.

8

SYLVIA

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 21 nights

Room was large and clean. Room temperature just right. Parking outside of room.

10

Hildegard

9 Jul 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The property was in a good area to what we wanted and close to transport and walking distance to the shops. The staff were all nice and friendly, the room needed a bit of work, but it was spacious. Parking the car was good just outside our room on most nights. The price could have been a bit better for what we got.

6

KEITH

26 Oct 2025

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Stayed 10 nights

Good parking area, clean room but you could hear noise from adjoining rooms.

6

Loretta

20 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient location to Dickson and tram to epic or city. The buildings are very tired and in need of updating especially bathrooms. Minimal facilities in room. Fridge and microwave jug available but no cutlery or crockery. Clean but hard bed, aircon and electric blankets available. Minimal staff

6

Greg

18 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Lack of decent parking. Good - daily supply of clean towels

10

Stewart

2 Apr 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Conveniently located. Allowed me to charge electric car after I offered to pay extra to do this. The manager immediately said that would be ok and that it would not cost anymore to do so.

6

Lola

17 Dec 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

I suggested to the office staff that wine glasses, cereal bowls, and cutler for two would be a bonus. They did not have teaspoons in the room for tea/coffee.

10

Kevin

20 Nov 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Value for money Parking easy Close to my destination Management helped by organizing and permitting me to charge my mobility scooter each night

8

Juanita

12 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

There was no toaster in the room. Nor was there any crockery and the only cutlery was 2 teaspoons! There were 2 cups and 2 glasses, but that was it. We had bought food with us to eat in the room but were forced to eat out...even for breakfast! Just as well my husband bought his own bowl/spoon so he could have his cereal. A very poor show, indeed. Also, there was no remote control supplied to the room for the air conditioner. I had to get down on the floor to read the controls to work the damn thing. There was a constant noise in the bathroom like someone had left a tap running in another room (or a running toilet) but was not heard from the bedroom so that was ok, I guess. The crappy shower curtain did nothing to improve our stay, either, as the glass door had obviously been broken and a quick, shoddy repair was needed. Knowing all this, I don't think we will stay there again. Not much money had been spent and it was in serious need of a modern upgrade. Cheap operators out to make a quick buck don't impress me at all. Overall, I give this hotel 2 stars out of 5.

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Cleanliness

Many guests report clean rooms and fresh linens, but upkeep varies. Repeated issues include leaking taps, broken or cracked tiles, mould, worn fixtures, and occasional lapses in cleaning or servicing.

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4

Alexandra

14 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Property very old and very basic. Shower, water was hot but broken tiles and dirty grout. Really cold room, inadequate 4 fin oil heater did nothing, I wore two pairs of socks on my feet plus another pair on my hands plus my dressing gown in bed to keep warm.

4

Cathy

30 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room clean but very dated and worn out for the price.

4

Gary

20 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Room had not been cleaned. Furniture is a mix of sixties & seventies. Other people in the motel were very active at 2 am. Will not be staying there again.

8

SYLVIA

19 Oct 2025

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Stayed 21 nights

Room was large and clean. Room temperature just right. Parking outside of room.

4

Kerrie

17 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Old , Dirty Mould in Bathroom has not been upgraded since built in the 1970's No Tissues , no cultery , not even a Teaspoon . A disgrace for the ACT Capital . hopefully no overseas tourist from stay there, would not leave a great impression for Australia It's for ITINERANT workers not a Motel.

6

Belinda

31 Mar 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

We booked a room for 3 people for 4 nights. There were only towels for 2 on arrival and toilet seat was detaching - my husband fixed. Dirty cups were not washed after the first day and bed was not made after first day. Not enough milk provided for tea for three. Air conditioner was extremely noisy and we had to turn off at night as it was too noisy to sleep. We turned fridge off as it was also too noisy.

10

Bradley

21 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Unique large motel with clean comfy beds and great showers, all you need.

6

Darren

4 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Built in the 80s, hasn't touched since. TV didn't work (they changed it), rats in the roof, shelf fell out of the fridge

4

Chris

15 Jun 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Room was not cleaned, carpets never vacuumed under beds in a long time, in wall heating blew up in middle of night. For the money charged the owner should consider starting to upgrade the facilities. Rather disappointing

8

William

17 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice clean and well managed: ideal accommodation for a short stay.

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Rooms

Rooms are very large and generally comfortable, with many praising the beds and strong hot showers; decor is notably dated. Some report thin walls or neighbour noise, slow or capped Wi‑Fi, and in winter, heating that can feel inadequate.

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Alexandra

14 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Property very old and very basic. Shower, water was hot but broken tiles and dirty grout. Really cold room, inadequate 4 fin oil heater did nothing, I wore two pairs of socks on my feet plus another pair on my hands plus my dressing gown in bed to keep warm.

8

Brendan

30 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We were staying in Canberra for one night, was very happy to get a very reasonably priced room with 2 double beds, quite dated but very large room which was fantatstic, comfy beds too. Good sized TV but no Netflix capabilities.

10

Helen

1 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Spacious rooms, very quiet, comfortable beds, good shower, lots of hot water, great pressure

4

Toomy

20 Feb 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

When I decided to stay, they claimed there was free internet. Suddenly, you only get 600MB, and then suddenly, there is no internet at all. It is very slow, and even your phone doesn’t work. This is a scam—they call it free internet! ‏ and also the sink in the bathroom is constantly leaking, and you also have to ask for plates bowls, iron and toaster. Don’t recommend long stays

8

Tony

2 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

nice big rooms

6

KEITH

26 Oct 2025

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Stayed 10 nights

Good parking area, clean room but you could hear noise from adjoining rooms.

6

James

2 Jul 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

The heating was totally inadequate for a Canberra winter

8

Kevin

4 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Etxtra large room, quiet premises and convenient location.

10

Katie

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Pretty central area, easy access to anything you need. Very quiet only heard the occasional tap turn on or a emergency services siren. Was visting for a family birthday. Was able to come and go as i pleased. The room its self, yes, was dated but very clean. Bathroom is well due to be upgraded but everything worked and the shower heat and pressure was the bomb after a long day. The cleaner on sunday was awesome. Made sure i was all stocked for coffee and tea. Then when my little girl was sick i was able to get easy help from the after hours doctors and the dashers were able to bring me everything i need to help her be comfortable. Find us with ease. I apologised to the staff in the office for any issues we had cause. Nothing was a bother. Was a excellent stay all things given.

6

Stephen

9 Jul 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Clean Handy location No reception on site at weekends or evening Poor wifi provision

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful, with easy check-in and occasional proactive support (e.g., replacing a TV, arranging EV or scooter charging). However, reception and responsiveness can be limited at times, especially after hours or on weekends.

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Eta

4 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in was so easy with no drama, room was so spacious and the staff were lovely.

6

Karen

27 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The toilet was not working and we have reported on Sunday after 6pm with message on the phone. There was no reply sadly. We had to leave early on the next day because the toilet couldn’t be used.

2

Simon

8 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

There was no staff at reception on arrival

10

Paula T.

11 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

service excellent

10

Stewart

2 Apr 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Conveniently located. Allowed me to charge electric car after I offered to pay extra to do this. The manager immediately said that would be ok and that it would not cost anymore to do so.

6

Stephen

9 Jul 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Clean Handy location No reception on site at weekends or evening Poor wifi provision

8

Sergio

21 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were very helpful and friendly

6

Darren

4 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Built in the 80s, hasn't touched since. TV didn't work (they changed it), rats in the roof, shelf fell out of the fridge

10

Lara

2 Sept 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I was very impressed with the accommodation and staff especially for the very affordable price. Beds were comfortable, room was large and well appointed. Large fridge was a bonus. Staff were amazingly friendly and helpful and the shower was hot and very welcoming after a long drive. Would definitely book again

10

Kevin

20 Nov 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Value for money Parking easy Close to my destination Management helped by organizing and permitting me to charge my mobility scooter each night

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Location

Location is consistently praised as convenient and quiet, close to the light rail, Dickson/Lyneham shops, eateries, and venues like the AIS, with easy access around Canberra.

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Michael

11 Jan 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location within walking distance of Dickson restaurants and tram stop, which is only a few stops to Braddon, which also has lots of restaurants. Perfect location for us! An older motel but in very nice condition.

8

Lorraine

11 Dec 2022

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Stayed 1 night

in a quiet street, very comfortable and clean. the only thing i thought it was more closer to the centre of Canberra.

8

Kevin

4 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Etxtra large room, quiet premises and convenient location.

8

Helen

17 Jul 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

A good location for what we wanted to do in Canberra. Close to the Light Rail too. Room is spacious.

10

Katie

21 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Pretty central area, easy access to anything you need. Very quiet only heard the occasional tap turn on or a emergency services siren. Was visting for a family birthday. Was able to come and go as i pleased. The room its self, yes, was dated but very clean. Bathroom is well due to be upgraded but everything worked and the shower heat and pressure was the bomb after a long day. The cleaner on sunday was awesome. Made sure i was all stocked for coffee and tea. Then when my little girl was sick i was able to get easy help from the after hours doctors and the dashers were able to bring me everything i need to help her be comfortable. Find us with ease. I apologised to the staff in the office for any issues we had cause. Nothing was a bother. Was a excellent stay all things given.

8

Peter

6 Oct 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Spacious, clean (no odours), conveniently close to restaurants and local shops

8

GEOFF

31 Jul 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

This is an older style motel with good basic facilities. The room rate is good if you need to stay in Canberra for a number of nights. Also, it is in walking distance to the light rail stop into the city Centre.

8

Bernard

13 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The Lyneham Motor Inn was convenient for my visit to Canberra. It was comfortable, clean and transport ready .

10

Gareth

1 Sept 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Great location for AIS basketball and Rugby sports. Spacious room, comfortable bed

10

Kevin

20 Nov 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Value for money Parking easy Close to my destination Management helped by organizing and permitting me to charge my mobility scooter each night

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Month	Average price
January	US$86
February	US$79
March	US$79
April	US$79
May	US$79
June	US$80
July	US$81
August	US$79
September	US$78
October	US$85
November	US$78
December	US$75

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $106	2 $121	3
4 $117	5 $90	6 $85	7 $85	8 $85	9 $85	10 $85
11 $81	12 $77	13 $77	14 $77	15 $77	16 $80	17 $80
18 $79	19 $79	20 $78	21 $79	22 $79	23 $86	24 $86
25 $79	26 $77	27 $77	28 $83	29 $83	30 $89	31 $86

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