Name: Little National Hotel Canberra
Address: 21 National Circuit, Barton, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, AU
Price range: US$91–US$341 per night
Rating: 8.85

What guests think

At Little National Hotel Canberra, travellers highlight compact, modern rooms with exceptionally soft, cloud‑like beds, quiet interiors, and excellent shared lounge and library spaces, plus generally friendly service and a convenient location near Parliament House.

Common trade‑offs include very small rooms with bed access only from one side, limited on‑site dining with breakfast at a sister property, and gym access located off‑site. Ongoing nearby construction frequently affects views, parking and, for some, early‑morning noise, while a few report TV or Wi‑Fi glitches and occasional service lapses. Expect a stylish, space‑efficient stay best suited to solo travellers or couples comfortable with a compact layout.

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Facilities

Praised shared spaces include the lounge and library with an honesty bar and work areas. Gym access is at a sister hotel, and parking is limited or tight and sometimes paid, with nearby construction occasionally complicating access; some bar/restaurant areas were closed during renovations.

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10

Jacqui

9 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The bar lounge and tea/coffee lounge were great.

10

Stuart

2 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful space thoughtfully arranged. Love the library space and honour Bar. Staff were friendly and helpful. Excellent price. I will stay again

10

Francis

8 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very modern facilities. Car park access very narrow though.

10

Jean-Paul

7 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Located close to landmarks, a short 10min walk to Parliament House or 25mins to the National Gallery of Australia. Friendly and helpful staff, small but very clean / sleek rooms. Beautiful lounge on L5 and L6 has a bar (10am -10pm) with a few fireplaces ! I’ll definitely be back there again on my next Canberra visit

8

Randel

21 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The bed was the most comfortable cozy bed ever. Loved it. The amenities were excellent. The construction made it difficult to park. Never got the TV to work but don’t care much about that

8

Gabrielle

22 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The ad on expedia is somewhat misleading as many of the pictures utilised are not of the Little National Canberra. They're from a selection of hotels in the Doma group within a 'precinct' . The gym facilities are not within the hotel, they're in another hotel and you have access to use them but I'm not certain whether it's free to use.

10

Gillian

23 Jan 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The rooms are small but all you need. I like this idea of having common areas where you can sit and chat or work. Make sure you reserve parking because it might be tricky otherwise.

8

Victoria

9 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Overall good and staff were very helpful when we had an unexpected problem with our room. There were issues with parking due to nearby construction but no noise from it.

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Gerard

23 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The strong smell of epoxy glue upon arrival as renovation being done in reception area. Construction noise in my room on the fifth floor as renovation bring done in the bar area and restaurant. Closed bar and restaurant due to renovation works

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Terry

9 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

They charged for parking despite the booking site indicating free parking, shower had no hot water, and there are no fitness facilities on site despite photos indicating otherwise, and one staff member was decidedly rude.

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Cleanliness

Reviews often describe very clean, modern spaces. A few note lapses such as a dusty room, minor bathroom mould/grime, or dirty lounge seating.

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andre

20 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful clean and comfortable

10

Duc Cuong

6 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good location. Very clean and nice rooms. Easy walks around. Convenient and quiet area.

8

Christopher

14 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Loved the little national hotel. Everything seemed new and the staff were friendly. My bed was super soft and the shower had good water pressure. The only issue I had was that the room was really dusty. Other than that, it was clean.

10

Nick

12 May 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Always clean, staff very friendly. Quiet and comfortable

10

Kathryn

15 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great staff and safe, clean modern rooms.

10

Patrick

20 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Awesome staff. Easy check in. Awaesome parking. Very Quiet. Great rooms but slight details need attention for a hotel of this level. -Stain on carpet in hallway. - Slight mould on tiles in shower. - Edge of bathroom mirror deteriorating. - Grime on toilet hinges. - Bed canopy unscrewed from wall/ceiling

10

David

24 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Unbelievable value for a very clean and compact room - hotel also has a fabulous common area.

10

Bronwyn

16 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice hotel, everything was very clean and modern. Nice bar and library areas to sit in as well.

10

Gloria

22 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Vey pleased with the hotel very clean and comfortable

8

Jo

9 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This is really lovely location and hotel. Tiny rooms but all you need. Must say the lounges in ‘library’ on the 5th floor (at the end looking into govt house) are positively filthy. We couldn’t bare to sit there. Sad.

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Rooms

Rooms are compact with beds positioned so one side often lacks access; many love the very soft, comfortable mattresses, though some find them too soft. Occasional issues include Wi‑Fi/TV glitches, light/noise from hallways, and construction‑facing views.

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John

10 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The only questionable thing about the hotel is the orientation of the bed. The bed takes the full width of the room meaning if there are two people, one has to climb over the other. Or move the pillows and sleep across the bed. Not ideal. Otherwise the hotel is great. Everything is new and clean. The staff are friendly and helpful. We’d stay again.

10

Ash

12 Apr 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I think is my new fav place to stay in Canberra. The beds are so comfortable and I like having the lounge and library. The staff are friendly and its in a conevenient location for me. The gap under the door does let in quite a bit of light and sound from the hallway though.

10

Juli

10 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect smaller room with first class amenities. Huge comfy bed.

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Susan

11 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We were surprised how small the room was. The photos on the website were true but I hadn’t processed it properly. The person on the side of the window had to climb over the other one - May bea problem for older people.

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David Albert

13 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

If you like a soft bed, upgrade this review to 5 stars. If you don’t have a great back and like a firm bed, downgrade this review to 1 star. My friends who stayed in an adjacent room liked the mattress but I thought it was the worst mattress I’ve ever slept on. It is extreeeemely soft. My back is hurting after 2 nights at the hotel. After the first night I asked if a firmer mattress was available. I asked and was told guests generally love the beds and I do believe it. But that’s great for the majority of guests with good backs that can take the softness. For me, it was awful

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Russell

6 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Found the bed location funny. It was at the end of the room. Only one side available to climb onto bed. Had to disturb partner ar night.

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Paul

21 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location and services. The only issue was the bed was really soft. Thats all Good clean and good use of space. Nespresso coffee pod machine.

6

Grant

20 Jan 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Poor WiFi and TV reception was a significant issue.

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Stephen

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

“Little” is the operative term. The facilities are clean and modern. There is a nice lounge/working area but no restaurant (breakfast is available at a sister hotel across the street). It is ideal for a single working visitor but not enough space for two people .. the bed takes up a considerable portion of the room and can comfortably accommodate only one person

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Jenny

30 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

For those with impaired mobility it would be very hard for sleeper against window to get out of bed!! Silly design. Room is beautiful but not practical. Floor needs a small rug to soften the hard floor. 2 suitcase racks also needed

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly, professional and accommodating, with smooth check‑ins and helpful communication. Some report lapses, including unclear information, rude or unhelpful interactions, billing/parking disputes, and poor communication during incidents.

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Katrina

1 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff were amazing, great communication. Clean and bed was so comfortable - block out blinds were great! Would definitely stay again.

10

Robert

3 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff, facilities and whole experience was exceptional. Location great. Quite a unique experience really. Ease of communicating via text and rapidly addressed any question or request.

10

Brendan

29 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The beds are so comfortable, the rooms are very quiet and the proximity being so central makes it easy to get to and from. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful.

8

Tim

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I like the ambience of this hotel and the staff are cheerful professional and friendly but the only request I made to them, for a printout of my invoice, they were unable to fulfill, apparently the printer was broken. The night before when I asked they said to go get my own copy in the library. If I asked them to get me an invoice why couldn’t they do it. I’m a 63 year old male, I need breakfast before I can deal with a printer. I thought it was pretty poor they wouldn’t help me with my request.

6

Jenna

29 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The room was good condition. Just I couldn’t use Netflix and YouTube. The receptionist was kind but there was lack of explanation about breakfast time and location. Because you need to go the other building for it.

10

Danielle

19 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The check in staff were 100% wonderful. Would definitely stay here again.

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Terry

9 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

They charged for parking despite the booking site indicating free parking, shower had no hot water, and there are no fitness facilities on site despite photos indicating otherwise, and one staff member was decidedly rude.

6

Donald

2 Oct 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

During the fire alarm staff did not inform guests what was happening. Room ok but too small no where to put clothes we were there for 3 nights overnight might be ok Annie was very helpful no cafe or restaurant open will not stay again and too expensive

6

Guoyao

24 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel itself is pretty clean and good to stay. But the hotel doesn’t have free parking. And after we refuse to pay for the parking, the staff looks angry about it.

10

Carrie

27 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is modern, centrally located with great little cafes for breakfast. ‘The Library’ is a great space to work while you’re here. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly - highly recommend.

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Location

Convenient for the Parliamentary Triangle, with easy walks to Parliament House, Lake Burley Griffin and nearby cafes. Several mention nearby construction and traffic affecting views, noise and parking access.

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Alan

22 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Well located hotel. Small but well appointed rooms and very comfy beds! Nice and welcoming too. Well done

10

Shanna

19 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. A fifteen minute walk to Parliament House. Rooms are on the smaller side, but beds are comfy.

10

Duc Cuong

6 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good location. Very clean and nice rooms. Easy walks around. Convenient and quiet area.

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bernard

15 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

There was a construction site next door so was a bit noisy in the early morning and traffic was heavy.

10

Jean-Paul

7 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Located close to landmarks, a short 10min walk to Parliament House or 25mins to the National Gallery of Australia. Friendly and helpful staff, small but very clean / sleek rooms. Beautiful lounge on L5 and L6 has a bar (10am -10pm) with a few fireplaces ! I’ll definitely be back there again on my next Canberra visit

10

Jack

22 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay! Great value! Only note is there is a bit of construction going on currently around the outside of the hotel and is a consideration for future stays within the medium term.

10

Branden

15 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Classy and yet mostly self-serve. Staff helpful. A bit of local construction and in the dead centre of the parliamentary zone. Quiet. Convenient if you grab an Uber or a scooter - great if you have a car. Very comfortable.

8

Christoffer

4 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Väldigt fint paketerat hotell som är fräscht som bara den. Kan absolut rekommendera boendet. Trevlig och hjälpsam personal. Relativt små men väldigt yteffektiva rum. Nu var utsikten katastrofal pga att vi tittade rakt in i en byggarbetsplats, men det kommer ju lösa dig med tiden. Stort plus för Honesty-baren för att det just var en honest bar och sen stort plus även för det väldigt fina gymmet som man har tillgång till på systerhotellet som ligger 200 meter därifrån.

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10

Dickson

12 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A great little property, the facilities were fantastic including the nice room layout and the tea/coffee facilities. The staff were very helpful and welcoming. The location is close to the parliamentary triangle which made it easy to get around southern Canberra.

8

Jessica

12 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great service and close to key places of interest

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Dining

On‑site dining is limited: no restaurant, a self‑service honesty bar, and breakfast served at a sister hotel across the street. Nearby cafes are popular, though some found bar closures or limited offerings disappointing.

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Patricia

12 Jun 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were polite and helpful but the fact that Ibwas in a wheelchair made it very difficult as there were no cafe's or resterants close to the property. I was under the impression that there was a cafe in the building but unfortunately it was closed. I also assumed that the bar would have usual snacks such as hot chips etc but I was disappointed.

8

Il Man

10 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was a nice stay for the price. There were nice cafes just walking distance from the hotel. Just would have been nice if there was a little bit more sound proofing on the entry door.

10

Joyce

31 Dec 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Sensational from the staff assistance to the facilities this hotel is superb ! It even smells divine . The bed mattress was to die for and the lounge facilities were fantastic. Happy hour was fun . Highly recommend

6

Elena-Lea

25 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The bar area was self service. Dirty glasses no sparkling wine. Cleaners cleaning while you are there at the bar area in the middle of the day. The property was great navigate and not close to anything

10

Jean-Paul

7 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Located close to landmarks, a short 10min walk to Parliament House or 25mins to the National Gallery of Australia. Friendly and helpful staff, small but very clean / sleek rooms. Beautiful lounge on L5 and L6 has a bar (10am -10pm) with a few fireplaces ! I’ll definitely be back there again on my next Canberra visit

6

Jenna

29 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The room was good condition. Just I couldn’t use Netflix and YouTube. The receptionist was kind but there was lack of explanation about breakfast time and location. Because you need to go the other building for it.

10

Nour

15 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

A great place to stay for a quick weekend away. A lot of great yummy places nearby and easy to get around.

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Gerard

23 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The strong smell of epoxy glue upon arrival as renovation being done in reception area. Construction noise in my room on the fifth floor as renovation bring done in the bar area and restaurant. Closed bar and restaurant due to renovation works

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Stephen

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

“Little” is the operative term. The facilities are clean and modern. There is a nice lounge/working area but no restaurant (breakfast is available at a sister hotel across the street). It is ideal for a single working visitor but not enough space for two people .. the bed takes up a considerable portion of the room and can comfortably accommodate only one person

10

Carrie

27 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel is modern, centrally located with great little cafes for breakfast. ‘The Library’ is a great space to work while you’re here. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly - highly recommend.

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Month	Average price
January	US$110
February	US$135
March	US$156
April	US$121
May	US$139
June	US$141
July	US$120
August	US$118
September	US$128
October	US$137
November	US$137
December	US$126

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $104	2 $187	3
4 $134	5 $94	6 $129	7 $135	8 $109	9 $118	10 $130
11 $97	12 $330	13 $341	14 $335	15 $120	16 $97	17 $112
18 $97	19 $109	20 $114	21 $118	22 $109	23 $112	24 $122
25 $91	26 $192	27 $290	28 $293	29 $134	30 $102	31 $119

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27 $95	28 $116	29 $114	30 $116