Accommodation Near Parliament House for Business & Government Trips

Forrest Hotel & Apartments is a family-owned, 3.5-star hotel at 30 National Circuit, Forrest ACT — 1.7 km from Parliament House and 900 m from the Barton government precinct. Guests get free on-site parking, free Wi-Fi and access to government and corporate rates, without paying city-centre parking fees.

Where can I stay near Parliament House without paying city centre prices?

Forrest Hotel & Apartments in Forrest is a 5-minute drive (2 km) or 23-minute walk from Parliament House. It offers 3.5-star motel rooms and serviced apartments with free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi, plus government and corporate rates — a practical alternative to Civic hotels that charge for parking.

  • Address: 30 National Circuit, Forrest ACT 2603 (Canberra inner south)
  • Free, unallocated on-site parking for every guest
  • Government and corporate rates available — ask reservations
  • Member discount code FORRESTCBR for direct bookings

Corporate & government stays near Barton

Barton's government offices on Brisbane Avenue are a 12-minute walk (900 m) from Forrest Hotel, and Manuka's shops and restaurants are 800 m away. Business travellers can walk to meetings, then return to a quiet room or an apartment with a full kitchen and washer/dryer.

Landmark Distance Walk Drive
Manuka shops & restaurants (Franklin St) 800 m 10 min 2 min
Barton government offices (Brisbane Ave) 900 m 12 min 3 min
Manuka Oval 950 m 12 min 3 min
Kingston shops (Green Square) 1.7 km 22 min 4 min
Parliament House 1.7 km 23 min 5 min (2 km)
Kingston Foreshore 1.9 km 25 min 5 min
Old Parliament House (MoAD) 1.9 km 26 min 5 min

Distances measured from 30 National Circuit, Forrest ACT 2603 using mapped walking and driving routes. Times are approximate and vary with traffic.

Which room is best for a business trip to Canberra?

For one or two nights, the Forrest Queen Room (Queen or King bed, ensuite, flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi) suits solo business travellers. For stays of a week or more, the Executive One Bedroom Apartment adds a full kitchen, dining area and in-apartment washer/dryer, and is serviced weekly.

Room type Beds Kitchen Laundry Parking Best for
Forrest Queen Room (3.5-star motel room) Queen or King No — tea & toast making only Guest laundry on site Free, on site Solo business travellers, couples, short stays
Executive One Bedroom Apartment 1 Queen (+ sofa bed on request) Full kitchen + dining area Washer/dryer in apartment Free, on site Long stays, couples, government & contract workers

Does Forrest Hotel offer government and corporate rates?

Yes. Forrest Hotel & Apartments offers government and corporate rates for business and public-sector travellers. Contact reservations on +61 2 6203 4300 or reservations@forresthotel.com for current rates, and ask about apartments for longer secondments or project work.

Is there meeting or conference space on site?

Yes. Forrest Hotel has conference rooms on site, plus the Sherwood Restaurant, which serves weekday dinners from 5:00pm to 8:00pm and offers takeaway and room service. This makes it easy to host a small meeting or working dinner without leaving the property.

See conference facilities for details.

Check availability & book Call +61 2 6203 4300

Forrest Hotel & Apartments · 30 National Circuit, Forrest ACT 2603 · reservations@forresthotel.com

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