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Southside Village (solo trip)

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How Solo-Friendly is Southside Village?

75%Solo-Friendly
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What makes it 75% Solo-Friendly: Cabins give private space and full kitchen; free Wi-Fi, CCTV, fire safety and self parking support independence. Bus at gate links to Civic and Parliament, handy for sightseeing alone.

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Reviews3.5/ 5
(from 481 reviews)

Good match for:

  • Budget-friendly self-catered stays: Two-bedroom cabins include kitchens for solo guests to prepare meals and save on dining costs.
  • Social recreation seekers: Make new connections over billiards, table tennis or BBQ evenings in shared areas.

Things to keep in mind:

  • Travelers needing in-room Wi-Fi: Rooms do not include Wi-Fi; internet is only available in public areas.
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What is so special about Southside Village for solo trip?

  1. Camp-style cabins with full kitchens ideal for self-catering
  2. Recreation room offers free Wi-Fi and games for work or relaxation
  3. Onsite Park Tavern serves casual meals and drinks
  4. Complimentary BBQ stations for outdoor cookouts
  5. Free self-parking and easy Canberra Airport access

Transport & Nearby Access

Canberra Airport: 7.3 km (12 mins drive)

Taxi or rideshare to the hotel in about 12 mins.

Solo-Friendly Activities around Southside Village

National Gallery of Australia: 4.4 km (10 mins drive)

Explore Australian and international art collections and the outdoor sculpture garden.

Tip: Visit midweek afternoons to avoid crowds and join a free gallery talk.

Parliament House: 4.6 km (10 mins drive)

Tour Australia’s seat of government with free guided tours and rooftop views.

Tip: Book the 10 am tour online in advance for parliamentary chamber access.

Solo-Friendly Hotel Facilities

Free facilities in Southside Village:

Complimentary Wi-Fi in public areas:

Stay connected in the recreation room and shared kitchen.

BBQ stations:

Gas grills and picnic tables under the trees for outdoor cookouts.

Shared kitchen:

Full kitchen with fridge and microwave for self-catering.

Recreation room games:

Air hockey, table tennis, and billiards tables available.

Paid or on request with possible fees:

Laundry service:

Coin-operated washers and dryers (additional charge).

Onsite restaurant and bar:

Casual meals and drinks at the Park Tavern; pay per item.

Make the Most of Your Stay

  1. Use the recreation room: Enjoy free Wi-Fi and billiards or table tennis in the rec room for quiet work or downtime.
  2. Self-cater in the camp kitchen: Prep meals in the shared kitchen’s full fridge and microwave to save on dining.
  3. Try the Park Tavern: Sample local beers and casual Aussie dishes on-site at the bar and restaurant.

Reviews of Southside Village

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Janice Allen

Janice Allen

Dec 2025

Nice place, amenities a bit old but still useful. Dbl speed bumps no good for a bus and longway from front gate but pretty good location - lot of cabins!

Mark Phelan

Mark Phelan

Oct 2025

Good location close to major attractions like the War Memorial, Royal Mint, and Zoo. The staff were friendly and helpful, which was appreciated. Unfortunately, the park itself feels dated and cramped. Powered sites are small with little room to maneuver even a caravan van. The amenities block is old and tired, with poor lighting over the sinks, missing shower hooks and no seating in the showers, s...

Wanda Metcalf

Wanda Metcalf

Oct 2025

We stayed on a powered site in our motorhome. The site was fine, although it was pretty tight for caravans trying to get in...This morning I paid for a powered site (over the phone) and was told I'd be sent a form to fill in with our details. This did not arrive and I had to email to ask for it. We arrived at 4.45pm and the office was closed, even though apparently the office closes at 6pm on week...

Daniel Obrien

Daniel Obrien

Sep 2025

Excellent service friendly staff. Lots of facility's including bar and bistro aswell as things for the kids to do. Massive range of accommodation options and would highly recommend staying there. It is my go to when in Canberra and have stayed a number of times since I was a child

jessica Armstrong

jessica Armstrong

Jul 2025

We stayed 3 nights over this past weekend in a cabin with 2 small children. If I could give this place a negative star I would. The cabin smelt absolutely rank the entire time the aircon was soo dusty. The fridge smelt and was dirty. Food caked on most the dishes. Hair and god know what in the cutlery draw. Hair in the beds, mould and hairs around the edges of the bathroom. Absolutely everything w...

Map of Southside Village

Address: 250 Canberra Ave, Symonston ACT 2609, Australia

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How to get to Southside Village:

From Canberra Airport, take a taxi or rideshare (approx. 12-minute drive) to Southside Village.

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Check-in & Check-out

Check-in time:3:00pm
Check-out time:12:00pm

Website

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Phone Number

+61 2 6280 6176

Average price

US$ 94
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