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HOTEL STYLE
Green
Business
Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Pool
Bar / lounge
Babysitting
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Parking
Wifi
Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Non-smoking hotel
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Room features
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Room service
Safe
Minibar
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Location
55 Jerrabomberra Avenue Narrabundah Narrabundah, Canberra 2603 Australia
Garden City Hotel, BW Signature Collection
907 reviews
Getting there
Car recommended
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We booked a delux queen room with two beds as I was to have a leg op at a nearby hospital. On the day of the op workmen we’re working near our room making a lot of noise so my husband asked to be moved. We were upgraded to a two room unit with a sofa bed which was even better for me as he could watch tv and make coffee without disturbing me. We had a very good room-service meal and the continental breakfast was adequate. The staff were welcoming and accommodating to my needs. Some of the furniture needs attention, vinyl on the chairs and bed-heads is peeling and my husband fixed a wobbly table, but the beds were comfortable and the showers hot.
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Nothing can beat this little gem for a clean and economical place to stay in Canberra. We keep coming back, and although the decor is simple and dated the staff are proficient and friendly. They do a simple cooked breakfast which is included in the price, there’s ample parking and it’s right next to the German club with their German beers and massive pork knuckles. Great place to stay and close to Canberra Hospital.
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Date of stay: December 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We stay in Queenbeyan several times a year on our way to the snowfields as it allows us to miss the late night Kangaroos, walabies and wombats. So we get in at about 9:00 pm and are gone by 6:30 - 7:00 am. we used to stay at another hotel close to the Monaro Hwy where we were less than impressed. The first time we stayed here the staff were helpful they call when it starts to get late and turn the heating on prior to arival so you are welcomed by a toasty room.
We cant parise them enough, the rooms are áffordable'but the service isn't! We keep coming back.
PS. the beds and pillows are comfy as!
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Date of stay: August 2020
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My husband booked a stay at the Garden City Hotel, BW Signature Collection for a family weekend trip, the hotel’s photos online looked so amazing and the price was so affordable.
When we arrived at the hotel we were a bit shocked because the photos online did not match what we could see. The hotel looked more like a motel and reminded us of an old hospital rather than a hotel. The hotel looked very dated.
When we arrived to our room, we were very disappointed, the room looked dated, musty, old and looked like a room you’d find in a old run down motel. The room looked nothing like the photos online. The hallway had a really creepy vibe.The ensemble bed base was very worn, the material peeling. The bathroom had mould. There was no safety information on the back of the door, the room had a musty smell, overall the room was not pleasant.
We did not feel like spending any time in the room and checked out as soon as we could the next morning.
The staff member at check in was also not pleasant or friendly and lacked the good customer service that you would expect from a hotel.
The positives was that the shower had good water pressure and there was ample of free parking.
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Date of stay: May 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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I stayed at the Garden City Hotel for one night recently while visiting friends in the area. This is the third hotel I have tried in the Narrabundah area (the first being the Ibis Styles, the second the Abode) and this is my favourite of the 3.
The price was amazing, which was the main driver of selecting this over the Abode (which is next door). Check in was fast, friendly and efficient. There was no credit card surcharge for payment, which is a great benefit given that most other hotels will add a surcharge.
The room was comfortable and clean. Breakfast was available however we didn't have it at the hotel. There is a bar, but it is only open from Monday to Thursdays. The room was air conditioned, which worked well, and the water pressure and temperature in the shower was great.
There is ample parking outside the hotel, and a swimming pool in the central courtyard. The staff were friendly.
I rated the hotel as 4 stars because while I had a good experience it is quite dated, and provides a basic hotel experience only. It is good for an overnight stay and I would happily stay here again, but it is definitely not spectacular, and apart from the nearby German club, requires a car to get to anything.
I recommend it for a short stay at an affordable price.
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We booked 3 nights at Garden City Best Western, and this included buffet breakfast in the motel’s restaurant.
On arrival we were welcomed and settled into our room. The room has a queen bed, table and chairs and two other comfy chairs.
TV has streaming apps. There are power points either side of the bed for charging devices which were fairly easy to access.
Canberra is very easy to drive around and found Garden City a good base to do so.
Buffet Breakfast was the usual bacon, eggs, sausages, grilled tomato, baked beans as well as a range of juices, yogurts, breads, fruit. The young girl managing the restaurant did a great job.
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Date of stay: August 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Our room didn’t have a microwave but there is one available to guest
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We visit Canberra a few times a year and have stayed in quite a few motels. Garden City is the best mid range by far and we will be returning. The rooms are very clean and comfortable with good beds and large thick towels. The fact that we each had a comfortable chair to sit in was a winner for us. The location is convenient for car travel and at the end of the day you can dine in Monday to Thursday or walk to the German Club next door any day. Highly recommended, Best Western offers good value for money.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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-Insecure parking with recent thefts from cars means you have to take EVERYTHING into the hotel and pray your car isn't trashed. No dinner Fridays! We were so tired after 24 hours of travel all we wanted was a room service dinner. Forget it. Room very clean but so dated and minimally and uncomfortably furnished. Terrible aircon which randomly blew veery hot or very cold. Staff did not seem to much care. Take your money elsewhere.
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Date of stay: October 2023
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Booked a couple of nights here while in Canberra on business. Motel (it’s not a hotel) photos are misleading. Rooms are small and OLD with a bunch of broken stuff in the room. There was some super loud buzzing noise in the room that when I asked at the desk about was told “would be fixed”. Never happened so sleep was difficult. Paper thin walls. The pool was FILTHY! It looked like it hadn’t been cleaned in weeks. Basically I don’t like that this motel is misrepresenting itself. If I wanted Ibis quality I’d have booked the one around the corner. Avoid
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled on business
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We were lucky to get this room as everything elsewhere was booked out due to Kanga Cup. Room was clean, a bit dated. Major problem we had was that smokers smoke in their bathrooms ( where there are no smoke detectors). Their cigarette smoke wafted into our room and was very overpowering. We requested another room, but we were told they were totally booked out. Luckily we were able to open our window to ventilate the room. As a compensation the Concierge offered us complimentary cooked breakfast for the rest of our stay. This was appreciated by us. Unfortunately the smoke problem persisted each day. We reported it again and were told that there are some heavy smokers around. The current Chef is accomplished at his trade.
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Be aware Kanga Cup happens during the June School holidays. You must book ahead
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I didn't notice any bike lockers either. The lift is really tiny. You won't fit a bike in there easily. The stairs isn't much better so make sure you stay on the ground floor.
Salamander Bay, Australia96 contributions58 helpful votes
Both of the above are correct, but beware, the roadworks at present could add a few minutes to the travelling time, especially if you are unfamiliar with Canberra.
There are more places to choose from in the Canberra area.
PRICE RANGE
AU$136 - AU$181 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
AustraliaAustralian Capital TerritoryCanberra
NUMBER OF ROOMS
72
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