Capital Hill Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Parliament House which includes an administrative building
Capital Hill
Parliament House featuring an administrative building and a sunset
Capital Hill
Parliament House featuring a lake or waterhole and an administrative building
The grassy rise of Capital Hill is Canberra’s crowning feature. The perfectly circular hilltop locale is the core from which the rest of the city radiates.

Its grand boundary road encloses Canberra’s primary piece of architecture: Parliament House. Inside, Australia’s politicians discuss the daily debate. Take a walk around Capital Hill’s tree-lined lawns and experience the different faces of this intricately designed city. To the west, a little patch of remnant bushland provides a peephole into the past.


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Our pick of the best Capital Hill Hotel Deals

Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt

Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt

5 out of 5
Commonwealth Avenue, Yarralumla, ACT
The price is AU$197 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$197
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Old world, classic hotel that has been updated for modern comfort. Location is close to Parliament House and several museums."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt
Rydges Canberra

Rydges Canberra

4 out of 5
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit, Forrest, ACT
The price is AU$151 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$151
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (755 reviews)
"The staff were"

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Rydges Canberra
Hotel Realm

Hotel Realm

5 out of 5
18 National Circuit, Barton, ACT
The price is AU$233 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$233
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the spacious ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great!"

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Hotel Realm
Forrest Hotel and Apartments

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

3.5 out of 5
30 National Circuit, Forrest, ACT
The price is AU$97 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$97
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"I arrived late and the manager there was very helpful and all went well despite a small hick up with my credit card. The room was clean, well set up and comfortable. Good value for the price point"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Burbury Hotel & Apartments

Burbury Hotel & Apartments

4 out of 5
1 Burbury Close, Canberra, Barton, ACT
The price is AU$188 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$188
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Everything perfect except the wardrobe"

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Burbury Hotel & Apartments
Little National Hotel Canberra

Little National Hotel Canberra

4 out of 5
21 National Circuit, Barton, ACT
The price is AU$145 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$145
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Nice
"Great location. A fifteen minute walk to Parliament House. Rooms are on the smaller side, but beds are comfy."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Little National Hotel Canberra
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Capital Hill

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Barton

Barton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and Greek Orthodox Church of St Nicholas while you're in town.

Barton
National Portrait Gallery showing art and modern architecture

Parkes

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parkes. You might want to make time for a stop at National Portrait Gallery or High Court of Australia.

Parkes
Manuka Shopping Centre featuring autumn colours

Manuka

While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.

Manuka
Kingston which includes a bridge and modern architecture

Kingston

Kingston is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Cusack Centre and Lake Burley Griffin while you're in town.

Kingston
Royal Australian Mint as well as a small group of people

Deakin

You'll enjoy the restaurants and monuments in Deakin. You might want to make time for a stop at Royal Australian Mint or Red Hill Nature Reserve.

Deakin
Melbourne showing night scenes, heritage architecture and a city

Yarralumla

Unique features of Yarralumla include the restaurants and art galleries. Make a stop by Royal Canberra Golf Club or Lake Burley Griffin while you're exploring the area.

Yarralumla


Capital Hill Travel Guide

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