Experience the heart of Canberra at Mercure Canberra, with its vibrant atmosphere and convenient location near the city centre. Savor a delicious breakfast or dinner at one of two on-site restaurants, unwind by the fireplace in the lobby, or take a moment to appreciate the beautiful garden.
At Mercure Canberra, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Australian National University and Parliament House. Guests can visit the fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Olims Bar & Bistro, one of 2 restaurants, which serves local cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a terrace are other highlights. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
129 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 1.4 per cent for credit card payments
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets stay for free
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls and off-lead area available
Pet-sitting services offered
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Secured uncovered on-site self-parking (AUD 28 per day)
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Ecotours nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Bike cleaning
Bike storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1927
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in reception
Fitness centre
Bike parking
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Local artist showcase
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
100% renewable energy
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soft drinks bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Banquet hall
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Digital TV channels
Films for purchase
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Alarm clock
Free cot/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Phone
Food and drink
Mini fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Guidebooks/recommendations
Special features
Dining
Olims Bar & Bistro – This bistro specialises in local cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Courtyard Restaurant – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specialises in local cuisine and only serves breakfast. Open selected days.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 26 to 31 for adults and AUD 0 to 0 for children
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.4 per cent
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for AUD 40.0 per night
Parking
Uncovered self-parking costs AUD 28 per day
RV/bus/lorry parking is available for an extra charge
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property uses solar energy.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).
Also known as
Canberra Mercure
Mercure Canberra Hotel
Mercure Canberra
Mercure Canberra Hotel
Mercure Hotel Canberra
Mercure Canberra Braddon
Mercure Canberra Hotel Braddon
Frequently asked questions
Does Mercure Canberra offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Mercure Canberra does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Mercure Canberra?
Yes, pets stay free. Dog exercise areas, pet-sitting services and food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Mercure Canberra?
Yes. Self-parking costs AUD 28 per day. Motorhome/coach/lorry parking and electric car charging are available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mercure Canberra?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Mercure Canberra?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Canberra (17-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Mercure Canberra and nearby?
Mercure Canberra has a fitness centre and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Mercure Canberra?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring local cuisine and garden views.
What's the area around Mercure Canberra like?
Mercure Canberra is a short 11-minute walk from Australian War Memorial and 11 minutes' walk from Canberra Centre. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Mercure Canberra Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
6 Jan 2025
Great place good breakfast
jesse
jesse, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Nov 2024
Great stay thanks
Carol
Carol, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
4 Feb 2025
Great value for money
Great value for money hotel. Quality of food in the restaurant has dropped. Carpets in the halls really need a clean
Grant
Grant, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Jan 2025
Always love staying here. A lovely comfortable old property- with heaps of character, and really pleasant helpful staff. I had to ask for a different room because we knew it would be difficult to cope with an upstairs room, and it was easily accomplished with a smile.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
6/10 Good
10 Jan 2025
For for two ordinary for third person
It was fine the upstairs loft room great bed the third person was on a pretty ordinary pull out wire flat mattress.
Cathy
Cathy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Sep 2024
We had breakfast included with our stay which was enjoyable. We have stayed here before and didn’t mind it as a base for exploring around Canberra.
Monica
Monica, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Dec 2024
Excellent property. Only downside is no lift but only one story high
Helena
Helena, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Sep 2024
Historic hotel with nice central courtyard, located near the War Memorial with clean rooms and friendly staff.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
15 Oct 2024
The room was very clean and comfortable with a great outlook into the garden.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Jun 2024
Great stay
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Aug 2024
Very nice and simple accommodation
Sarah-Jane
Sarah-Jane, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Jul 2024
Very nice split level room and great buffet breakfast.
Nina
Nina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Sep 2024
We really enjoyed our short family holiday at the Mercure Canberra. The location was great (and in easy walking distance of the AWM), very good parking, the staff were very friendly, the building had old world 1930s ambience, and the buffet breakfast was a great hit with my daughter. An easy to recommend place to stay.
Andrew
Andrew, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 May 2024
Extremely friendly staff, great location and nice warm rooms.
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Aug 2024
Grand old hotel.
Great location
Leanne
Leanne, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 Aug 2024
Easy access
Great staff
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Sep 2024
It was a pleasant place to stay, although the bathroom floors were very slippery when wet
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
7 Nov 2024
Not a nice stay
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Oct 2024
Loft style rooms
Natasha
Natasha, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
31 Dec 2023
Was very nice place to stay
Greg
Greg, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Aug 2024
Friendly staff
Geoffrey
Geoffrey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Apr 2024
Comfortable place to Stay
Good comfortable place to stay
Shane
Shane, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 Jun 2024
The hotel was clean, parking was easy and close to the City centre and war memorial.
Jane
Jane, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Sep 2024
Good night's rest
Spacious room, would return for next trip to Canberra
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
25 Oct 2024
The television in the room was not working, and the food wasn’t great but the staff were lovely & helpful & the room was clean although it felt old & shabby.