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Canberra Rex Hotel

3.5 of 5
150 Northbourne Ave, Canberra 2601, Australia
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Canberra Rex Hotel
Ranked #35 of 52 hotels in Canberra
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Rating summary
  • Location
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    3 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    2.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    3 of 5 stars
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Sidney, Ohio
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

£32 for 3 days Internet. Woken at 6.50 by builders renovating the building. Walls r paper thin so key awake by snoring. The room is old and tired. Cracked sink and tiles in the bathroom and dirt growing under the glass on the desk. Had to order room service as they closed the restaurant for a function and my drink... More

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Verbier, Switzerland
Senior Contributor
44 reviews 44 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013

Old hotel, where I stayed mid 80s, but being refurbed, and proved very good value. Full breakfast thrown in with 119$ one night tariff, basic but good and good responsive service. Room worked too: bath and good shower, good bed lights, desk, notepad and pen that worked. Spacious fridge. Heating good. Location handy to old city.

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Melbourne, Australia
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10 reviews 10 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

I stayed at the Rex for 3 weeks, during the renovations. We were unable to get a renovated room as they were not finished yet. The lobby, dining areas, and ground floor bathrooms were very nice. The room we stayed in was a bit small and old looking, but I can imagine that once the renovations are complete, it will... More

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Adelaide, Australia
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37 reviews 37 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

Were disappointed with first room which looked out to the renovations in the courtyard, but pleased we were quickly moved to another room which was more than suitable. Very comfortable & clean room, very friendly & courteous staff. Bit disappointed that when room was serviced the clearly used coffee cups were not cleaned, but that was the only fault in... More

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Wagga Wagga, Australia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013 via mobile

Our over night stay was greeted by the friendly staff at reception. We were on the first floor & our room was comfortable, the shower was good, bed very comfortable, loved the windows that open. We arrived back late to find a parking spot & notice the security guy doing his rounds. The buffet breakfast which was included in the... More

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Sydney, Australia
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3 hotel reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013

My husband and I traveled from Sydney to spend the weekend in Canberra. I found this hotel online and secured a great deal with buffet breakfast inclusive. We arrived and was greeted by a very helpful smiling lass. The room was clean and presentable with a nice outside view. Parking was a hit and miss for an available spot as... More

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Albury
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8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2013

Enjoyed a 2 night stay with our 7/10 yo boys 20/21 Apr. The location is great, with a short walk to central civic with all the shopping and eating options. Very easy to find, and contrary to other posts, I did not have any trouble with finding a car park each night. Breakfast was good, with all the usual options... More

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brisbane
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2013

The Rex is a wreck! The hotel is undergoing renovations. However, rather than sectioning this area off, we were allocated a room on the 3rd floor amongst the renovations. Not exactly pleasant to be walking along dirty slabs of concrete down the corridor into a room where dust from the renovations has settled on the furniture (could see this clearly... More

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Marreck H, Guest Relations Manager at Canberra Rex Hotel, responded to this review
April 22, 2013

Dear lola m, Many thanks for taking the time to provide your feedback to the team here at the Canberra Rex Hotel; we value any and all feedback. Please accept my sincere personal apology for any and all inconvenience you may have experienced whilst you were our guest. Firstly allow me to address your comment in regard to “the rude... More

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Marreck H, General Manager at Canberra Rex Hotel, responded to this review
April 15, 2013

Dear Kathy M, Thank you for providing your feedback to the team here at the Canberra Rex Hotel, we appreciate it. Please except my sincere apologies for any and all inconvenience you may have experienced. We are pleased that you were satisfied with the service you received whilst were here but of course I am extremely disappointed to learn of... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2013

rooms clean enough, very dated, food terrible, ok if you dont mind egg shells in your eggs, cold tomatoes every day and slow slow service. location is convenient but not in the best neighbourhood! waling track 100 meters away which is good.

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Marreck H, General Manager at Canberra Rex Hotel, responded to this review
April 15, 2013

Dear gsnox, Thank you for providing your feedback to the team here at the Canberra Rex Hotel Please except my sincere apologies for any and all inconvenience you may have experienced whilst you were our guest. We are pleased that you were satisfied with the standards of the accommodation but I am extremely disappointed to read of your feedback in... More

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Address: 150 Northbourne Ave, Canberra 2601, Australia
Region: Australia > Australian Capital Territory > Greater Canberra > Canberra
Amenities:
Free Parking
Hotel Style:
Ranked #35 of 52 hotels in Canberra
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
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