In the heart of Watson, ibis budget Canberra offers a welcoming retreat with laundry facilities and a convenient restaurant. Connect to in-room WiFi, grab a snack from the vending machine, and enjoy helpful staff who have made past guests feel at home.
Reviews
7.07.0 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Pet-friendly
Parking available
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Main amenities (8)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Self parking
Air conditioning
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (5)
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
LCD TV
Self parking (surcharge)
The current price is CA $65
CA $65
CA $72 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12
Room options
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Room, Multiple Beds
Highlights
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Electric kettle
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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Room, 1 Queen Bed
Highlights
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Electric kettle
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Room, 3 Twin Beds
Highlights
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Electric kettle
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Sleeps 3
3 Twin Beds
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Australian National University - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
Canberra Centre - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
Australian War Memorial - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
Canberra Stadium - 9 min drive - 10.9 km
Getting around
Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.) - 18 min drive
Kingston Canberra Station - 18 min drive
Queanbeyan Railway Station - 22 min drive
Bungendore Station - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Thai Herb - 7 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Gang Gang Cafe - 4 min drive
KFC - 5 min drive
About this property
ibis budget Canberra
When you stay at ibis budget Canberra, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Australian National University and Parliament House. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
75 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
The property charges 1.4 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total)*
Service animals welcome
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Uncovered onsite self parking (AUD 5 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
What to do
Golfing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Facilities
1 building/tower
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local culture & ecosystem education
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 13 per person
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
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 percent
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of AUD 50 per accommodation, per night
Parking
Uncovered self parking costs AUD 5 per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
ibis budget Canberra Hotel
ibis budget Canberra
Formule 1 Canberra Hotel Canberra
Formule 1 Hotel Canberra
ibis budget Canberra Hotel
ibis budget Canberra Watson
ibis budget Canberra Hotel Watson
Frequently asked questions
Does ibis budget Canberra offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, ibis budget 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at ibis budget Canberra?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of AUD 50 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at ibis budget Canberra?
Yes. Self parking costs AUD 5 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at ibis budget Canberra?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at ibis budget Canberra?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Canberra (9-min drive) is nearby.
Are there restaurants at or near ibis budget Canberra?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
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Reviews
7.0
Good
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7.6/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
6.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
8/10 Very good
Apr 30, 2025
Good budget accomodation
Staff were friendly and helpful. Rooms ok and comfortable. No carpet in rooms so could be a bit cold in winter.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Apr 23, 2025
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Mar 24, 2025
Always friendly clean
ryan
ryan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 20, 2025
Yuhan
Yuhan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 5, 2025
Lyndall
Lyndall, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Feb 22, 2025
Sam
Sam, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
Feb 13, 2025
Good budget hotel. It is a hot spot for interstate people to come and stay. It is best to have a car as the bus stop is about a 10-minute walk. It is also good to get you to the city for food as the best option you have is the servo beside the hotel.
Otherwise, the stay was present. The front desk lady was extremely friendly and helpful. The amenities were basic but sufficient for what you will be paying.
Muhammad Kai Ibrahim Ergo
Muhammad Kai Ibrahim Ergo, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Feb 2, 2025
I thought I had booked with free parking and breakfast included. Neither was provided.
Shane
Shane, 3-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2025
Amazing place to be
John
John, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
Jan 27, 2025
Clean friendly and relatively economical.
Hate variation in prices due to local events.
Pamela
Pamela, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
Jan 23, 2025
Tilak
Tilak, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2025
Happy with all aspects of the service
Luke
Luke, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2025
Damian
Damian, 4-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2025
This is a great stay but is about 20 minutes from Canberra City Cebter.
Warren
Warren, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
Jan 11, 2025
This is perfect if all you need is a bed and a shower.
Chris
Chris, 2-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
6/10 Good
Jan 6, 2025
It is conveniently located if travelling from the north, but not many amenities nearby.
The rooms are small and functional for a
good night's sleep, but the hotel is a little
tired and can do with a revamp
There is one small common area for
breakfast behind the check-in desk, but
there is no real space to hang out other
than your tiny room, and it's too far out of the centre to walk in.
The staff are amazing, so helpful and
friendly, and I really felt welcome.
David
David, 1-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2025
A comfortable bed, a hot shower and an easy place to find were just what I needed.