Canberra Rex Hotel (solo trip)
How Solo-Friendly is Canberra Rex Hotel?
What makes it 82% Solo-Friendly: The 24-hour front desk, free Wi-Fi, secure Braddon location a short walk from Canberra Centre, plus indoor pool and gym give solo travelers convenience, safety, and after-hours activities.
Good match for:
- Active Solo Travelers: Enjoy early-morning swims in the heated pool and free 24/7 gym access.
- Culture Enthusiasts: Walk to ANU’s Cultural Centre Kambri (1.4 km) and Canberra Museum & Gallery (1.5 km) for free exhibitions.
Things to keep in mind:
- Budget Travelers: Breakfast is paid à la carte and services like laundry incur extra charges, raising total costs.
What is so special about Canberra Rex Hotel for solo trip?
- Heated indoor pool and free gym for private workouts
- Free self-parking, Wi-Fi and luggage storage
- Central Braddon location near cafes, bars and cultural venues
- Accessible rooms and stair-free main entrance
- 24-hour front desk for tour and transport bookings
Transport & Nearby Access
Canberra Airport: 7.8 km
About a 15-min taxi ride to the hotel.
Canberra Railway Station: 8.3 km
Major rail hub; 20-min taxi or bus from Braddon.
Solo-Friendly Activities around Canberra Rex Hotel
Kingpin Canberra: 1.2 km (15 mins walk)
Boutique bowling alley with lanes, arcade games and casual eats.
Tip: Try the late-night glow bowling session for a fun solo evening.
Cultural Centre Kambri: 1.4 km (4 mins drive)
Modern ANU venue hosting events, cafes and cultural exhibits.
Tip: Check the ANU events calendar for free talks or concerts.
Canberra Museum & Gallery: 1.5 km (5 mins drive)
Exhibits on local history and contemporary art.
Tip: Admission to permanent collections is free.
Solo-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in Canberra Rex Hotel:
Heated Indoor Pool:
Complimentary access to the heated indoor pool for all guests.
Gym:
Free 24/7 gym access with your room key.
Public Parking:
Self-parking onsite is free for guests.
Luggage Storage:
Store bags at the front desk at no extra charge.
Wi-Fi in Public Areas:
Free internet in all common spaces.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
Conference Rooms:
Book meeting and event spaces for an additional charge.
Dry Cleaning:
On-site dry cleaning service available at extra cost.
Laundry Service:
Laundry and pressing services available for a fee.
Bar and Restaurant:
Rex Brasserie and lobby bar offer à la carte dining and drinks at guest prices.
Accessibility at Canberra Rex Hotel:
All public areas on the ground floor are stair-free, and elevators provide access to every floor.
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Rooftop Cocktails: Visit The Howling Moon (<100m) at sunset for rooftop cocktails and live music on weekends.
- Pool Workout: Swim early in the heated indoor pool to avoid crowds.
- City Stroll: Walk Lonsdale Street’s cafes and street art for a quick solo adventure.
Reviews of Canberra Rex Hotel
Belinda “QueenByzb Travel”
Visiting our daughter who is studying in Canberra, we are often on the look-out for good accommodation deals and trying new places. On our last visit in June, The Rex Hotel had a good special and we very much enjoyed our 2-night stay. The room was spacious and comfortable with a decent sized sitting area and a HUGE bathroom; a pull-down bed was a clever space-saver and a novelty enjoyed by my yo...
Keith Rice
On our previous stay we were critical of a number of things. Thank you for listening. The room was excellent and staff were also very delightful. WIFI worked perfectly.
Donna Lukezic
Amazing room/suite with a fresh and hot buffet breakfast to get us off to a great start. Bed was comfy and had a variety of pillows to choose from. Beautiful bathroom with separate toliet, was a nice private inclusion. Expansive views from the suite and the breakfast area. 1 issue was that they didn't make the bed properly or return the pillows to the bed each day (weird)
Thomas Arblaster
Our room had a mouldy odour to it Room service for our evening meal was quick although the fish n chips were greasy,not much of a menu choice. Breakfast was really good plenty to choose from cooked beautifully. So decided to go upstairs for our tea , low and behold they same menu as the one sent sent to our room the night before. I really think they could come up with a better menu than what they ...
mora cura
Staff were lovely, aircon did not work. Body creme bottle was empty. We stayed in the balcony room slightly bigger than the standard. Not sure what the need is for a balcony when there is no chairs or table outside. Pool is in the next building, so would have used it but too cold to get out of pool and walk around to head up to our rooms. You may get away with it in the summertime. We also paid fo...
Map of Canberra Rex Hotel
Address: 150 Northbourne Ave, Braddon ACT 2612, Australia
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How to get to Canberra Rex Hotel:
From Canberra Airport, take a 15-minute taxi ride (approx. A$45) to Lonsdale Street in Braddon. The hotel is located at 166 Lonsdale Street.
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