Ovolo Nishi

4.0 star property
4-star boutique hotel near Australian National University

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Terrace/patio
Concierge desk
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Snug Sun | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
25 Edinburgh Ave, Canberra, ACT, 2601
  • Australian National University
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Canberra Centre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Parliament House
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Cosy Atrium

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Creative Atrium

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Original Atrium

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Creative Sun

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Meandering Atrium

  • 689 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Snug Sun

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Original Sun

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Snug Sun Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Meandering Atrium Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Original Atrium Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Creative Atrium Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Original Sun Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cosy Atrium Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Creative Sun Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Canberra

Central Canberra getaway .At this Canberra City Centre hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Australian National University and National Film & Sound Archive. Lake Burley Griffin and City Hill are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Australian National University - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Canberra Centre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Questacon - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Australian War Memorial - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Parliament House - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Kingston Canberra Station - 10 min drive
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Goods Wholefoods - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Two Before Ten - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wild Panda - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪QT Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Cupping Room - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Ovolo Nishi

4-star boutique hotel near Australian National University
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center, 2 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A fitness center, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the eco-certified Ovolo Nishi. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4-star Canberra hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 85 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2013
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Ovolo Nishi offers 85 accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on weekdays only.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in EarthCheck, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Covered self parking on site (AUD 35 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; AUD 30 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Wine tasting room
  • Winery release events

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 30 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: AUD 35 per night
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Hotel Canberra
Hotel Hotel Canberra
Ovolo Nishi Hotel Canberra
Ovolo Nishi Hotel
Ovolo Nishi Canberra
Ovolo Nishi Hotel
Ovolo Nishi Canberra
Ovolo Nishi Hotel Canberra

Frequently asked questions

How close is Ovolo Nishi to the airport?

Ovolo Nishi is 7.5 mi (16-min drive) away from the Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ovolo Nishi?

As of Apr 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ovolo Nishi on May 4, 2025 start from $167.81, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Ovolo Nishi have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ovolo Nishi.

Does Ovolo Nishi offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Ovolo Nishi, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 30 for adults and AUD 15 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Ovolo Nishi?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Canberra (18-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Ovolo Nishi?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Ovolo Nishi?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for AUD 35 per night.

Does Ovolo Nishi have a pool?

Ovolo Nishi does not have a pool.

Does Ovolo Nishi have a restaurant?

Ovolo Nishi is home to Monster Kitchen and Bar, which features happy hour and light fare.

Does Ovolo Nishi have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Ovolo Nishi to downtown Canberra?

Ovolo Nishi is 0.3 mi away from Canberra.

Ovolo Nishi Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 577 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 104 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Genelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It suited us for a one night stay, although desk/ bar lid was too slopy so that you really couldn't rest anything on it. Light switches were a challenge, bathroom lights dudnt seem ro work autonomously, only with bedside light switch.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Good, not sure if I would stay again

It was not a bad stay; the rooms were dark and musty, but it feels like that is the vibe the hotel is going for... All would have been lost if not for the service, it was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lanz

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Morgan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel. Modern feel and staff helpful and friendly. Parking slightly confusing at first as is a public car park and no signs for the hotel to suggest you can park there. Room fridges are only room temp so if you want anything cold you can’t from the fridges. Location was far away from anything without travelling in relation to food and activities but overall the hotel is a nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this stylish and friendly hotel in a great part of Canberra. The staff are very friendly and the room we stayed in was superb, particularly the bathroom. The breakfast is wonderful, not a buffet, but a proper cafe breakfast with a great choice, made to order. The only reasons not to give highest rating for everything were:1) a loose fitting in the bathroom and the soap being stuck to the wall too far from the bath to reach. 2) service was a little slow at breakfast. ( only two people so understandable and by no means not good, it’s just if I were to rate as excellent there’d have to be no wait and also no forgetting one drink. Otherwise a really great stay in a very cool and well appointed room. Also love the complimentary tote bag!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gavin

Disliked: Staff & service
Horrible man at reception
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Gazi

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Didn’t live up to hype

We were supposed to have a complimentary drink on arrival. None was provided and we couldn’t be bothered asking. Tried to offer $40 parking overnight we found off street parking instead. Our room was facing the highway and was noisy, windows are thin as we were woken by neighbours as they came back late and talked loudly for over an hour. There was dirty dishes and leftover hot food in corridors the whole time of our stay, it was pretty gross (hot chips and other leftover containers left overnight). We won’t be staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Junwei

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are too small, smaller than cruise cabin;)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

LINYAN

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The hallway is too dark. The room size is great for 2 adults and a teenage. But parking is not easy at all.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Jin Seok Scott

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointed

The aircon and ventilation didn’t work well. Had to change the room. I wouldn’t stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Inexperienced staff, some just disinterested. Funky interior design but not fubctional
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are excellent very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very cool hotel

Lovely hotel Staff were friendly and attentive however the room wasn’t prepared with the correct bedding or towels. This was quickly rectified. The hotel has a dark mood which completely suits its style
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great hotel , very stylish our room was tiny
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the Bathroom is very nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Meng-Chih

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kahliah, Kanahooka

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with great bar/restuarant. Rooms could be quieter as road very close. Easy access to city and parking.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very attentive
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
While the dim lighting was obviously intended to create a particular atmosphere, it did make navigation and access awkward. Once in the room, found casting to tv didnt work (no sound) and reception for normal channels patchy. One teabag per person was also a little disappointing. Left the hotel for a run in the morning and was back hours before check out time only to find room / access keys deactivated. Location made for easy walk into city but access by car not straightforward due to road closures for light rail construction-which wasn't mentioned on any check-in or booking sites. Overall, was ok but didn't love it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024