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A modern restaurant with a long counter, multiple dining tables, and a bar area.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden chairs, a hanging light fixture, and a refrigerator.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a fire indicator panel, and a map on the wall.

A liquor store with shelves of alcohol, a barrel display, and a sign for 'Cellar Sales'.

1. Statesman Hotel

2.9 km from National Zoo and Aquarium

Brian

2.185.045 ₫

2.403.512 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area in the background.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small side table, a TV, and a window with a city view.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase.

A modern restaurant with round tables and yellow chairs, a fireplace, and large windows.

2. Deco Hotel

Braddon, 7.3 km from National Zoo and Aquarium

Hans van den

3.018.047 ₫

3.319.852 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A dining table with a three-tiered dessert stand, a glass of champagne, and a vase with flowers.

A hotel with a well-manicured garden, a clear sky, and flags on top.

A spacious living room with a grand piano, two sofas, a fireplace, and a television.

A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, a central round table with a plant, and a high ceiling with skylights.

3. Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt

Capital Hill, 5.2 km from National Zoo and Aquarium

Melanie

4.046.284 ₫

4.450.950 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A modern multi-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

A glass railing overlooking a reflective pool with trees in the background.

A modern gym with exercise equipment, large windows, and a glass wall.

A modern building with multiple balconies, a paved walkway, and landscaped areas with shrubs.

4. Knightsbridge Canberra

Kingston, 6.6 km from National Zoo and Aquarium

Nathan

2.710.022 ₫

2.981.024 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern restaurant with wooden tables and black chairs, a bar area, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern office space with a large window, a desk with a computer, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and bunk beds in the background.

A clean, modern store with a wooden floor and glass display cases.

5. Abode Woden

Phillip, 4.8 km from National Zoo and Aquarium

Amy Michelle

2.264.235 ₫

2.490.677 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and a visible sign for 'East Hotel'.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a dining area with a round table and chairs, and a small seating area with a pink chair and ottoman.

A bar area with a variety of drinks and snacks on a round table.

6. East Hotel

6.5 km from National Zoo and Aquarium

Michael

3.281.648 ₫

3.609.906 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern hotel entrance with a black car parked in front.

A balcony with two wireframe chairs and a small round table, overlooking a cityscape with modern buildings.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a built-in microwave, and a dining area with a dark table and chairs.

A spacious room with a wooden floor, multiple yoga mats, a bench, and a mirrored wall with a ballet barre.

7. Burbury Hotel & Apartments

Barton, 6 km from National Zoo and Aquarium

Susannah

2.791.959 ₫

3.071.155 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern living room with a fireplace, sofas, a coffee table, and bookshelves.

A modern hotel room with a dining table, sofa, and TV.

A modern hotel with a flat roof, large windows, and a visible entrance.

A modern hotel room with a living area, kitchenette, and large windows offering a view.

8. Punthill Tuggeranong

12.6 km from National Zoo and Aquarium

Johnson

2.260.711 ₫

2.486.782 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern interior with a reception desk, large windows, and a bamboo wall.

A modern living room with a sofa, a small round table, a TV mounted on the wall, and large windows with sheer curtains.

A modern lobby with a high ceiling, a large abstract artwork, and a seating area with sofas and armchairs.

9. A by Adina Canberra

City East, 6.1 km from National Zoo and Aquarium

Kusmakhar

3.169.616 ₫

3.486.578 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, large windows offering a view of a lake and buildings, and a wooden ceiling with recessed lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, a large abstract painting, a round mirror, and a floor lamp.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a floor lamp.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a digital screen, and a seating area with a sofa.

10. Mercure Canberra Belconnen

Belconnen, 6.9 km from National Zoo and Aquarium

Nelleke van de

2.579.528 ₫

2.837.481 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern building with a large sign reading "QUEST" above the entrance.

A balcony with two white chairs and a small round table, a concrete wall with a metal mesh design, and a view of modern buildings in the background.

A modern hotel room with a kitchen, a dining area, and a bed.

A modern reception desk with a map mural, a 'QUEST' sign, and a minimalist design.

11. Quest Canberra City Walk

City East, 6.3 km from National Zoo and Aquarium

Patrick

2.950.440 ₫

3.245.484 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A modern indoor space with a glass facade, a central tree with lights, and seating areas.

A modern lobby with a sofa, armchairs, and a patterned rug.

The exterior of the Avenue Hotel with a prominent illuminated sign, a glass entrance, and a well-maintained hedge in front.

A bar area with wooden tables and stools, a counter with a barista, and hanging plants.

12. Avenue Hotel Canberra

Braddon, 6.4 km from National Zoo and Aquarium

Mark

2.898.176 ₫

3.187.993 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A multi-level atrium with circular seating areas and a central open space.

A circular seating area with a central fire feature, surrounded by a curved wall with a wooden finish.

A modern bar area with a circular bar, multiple seating options, and a unique ceiling design.

13. Vibe Hotel Canberra

Canberra Airport, 10.9 km from National Zoo and Aquarium

David

2.953.761 ₫

3.249.193 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A hotel entrance with a covered driveway, a car parked in front, and a well-maintained garden area.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple levels with railings, and a variety of seating options including sofas and chairs.

A bar area with a dark wood bar counter, multiple liquor bottles, and four bar stools.

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a staircase.

14. Ramada by Wyndham Diplomat Canberra

7.5 km from National Zoo and Aquarium

Matthew

2.716.091 ₫

2.987.700 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern building with large glass windows, a sign reading "abode," and several bicycles parked outside.

A modern restaurant with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a mix of seating options including tables and booths.

A modern pool area with a clear view of the pool, a wooden door, and a white structure with a lattice design.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a large potted plant, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

15. Abode Belconnen

Belconnen, 6.9 km from National Zoo and Aquarium

Karenne

2.109.143 ₫

2.320.057 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A modern lobby with leather sofas, a glass coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A swimming pool with a brick border, surrounded by a patio area with outdoor furniture and a building in the background.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows offering a view of the outdoors, and a potted plant on the right side.

16. Garden City Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Narrabundah, 8.7 km from National Zoo and Aquarium

George

2.417.520 ₫

2.659.272 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, seating arrangements, and large windows providing views of the outdoors.

A modern lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a patterned wall design.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a large window offering a city view, and a bookshelf with books and decorative items.

A modern lobby with a central reception desk, a curved seating area, and a glass ceiling.

17. Hotel Realm

Barton, 6 km from National Zoo and Aquarium

Kim

3.338.213 ₫

3.672.034 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern lobby with a glass door, potted plants, a wall-mounted sign, and a view of the outside.

A dining table with a white placemat, a bowl of popcorn, and two glasses of orange juice.

A modern lounge area with black sofas, a round table with a vase of flowers, and a black wall-mounted TV.

A kitchen with a white door, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a wooden table with a bowl.

18. Punthill Narrabundah

Narrabundah, 8.9 km from National Zoo and Aquarium

Ritul

2.264.606 ₫

2.491.048 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern interior with a staircase, a sofa, and a table.

An indoor swimming pool with a modern design, including a geometric ceiling and a wooden floor.

A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, seating area, and large windows.

A modern outdoor patio with lounge chairs, a dining area, and a glass-enclosed kitchen.

19. Meriton Suites Canberra

City East, 6.3 km from National Zoo and Aquarium

Ross

2.802.918 ₫

3.083.210 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A spacious lobby with wooden flooring, modern seating, and a unique ceiling design.

A modern bar area with a wooden floor, bar counter, and seating area with sofas and tables.

An outdoor patio area with a modern design, featuring a tiered planter wall with greenery, comfortable seating, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A staircase made of wooden planks with metal railings, leading to a higher floor.

20. Ovolo Canberra, a Wyndham Hotel

5.3 km from National Zoo and Aquarium

Julie

3.347.485 ₫

3.682.234 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to National Zoo and Aquarium

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Statesman Hotel	8.6 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Deco Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,075 reviews	View
Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Knightsbridge Canberra	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Abode Woden	8.8 Excellent 2,084 reviews	View

Top National Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Abode Woden

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay at this hotel. Was only there for one night but would be suitable for longer stays with the self-contained apartment style rooms"

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Great place for a short stay in Canberra"

Deco Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Easy check in. Wonderful, friendly staff. Special mention to Paul. Have stayed before and doesn't disappoint. Room was perfect for our stay. Appreciate the upgrade as Platinum members 😊"

QT Canberra

10/10 Excellent

"Restaurant and Bar were good. Breakfast buffet is great."

The Sebel Canberra Civic

10/10 Excellent

"Superb location with bus stops directly in front of the hotel, retail stores just around the corner and a selection of delicious restaurants (such as Lilong) within walking distance. The apartment is clean and comfortable, and the pre-arrival communication is prompt and helpful."

Hotel Realm

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were helpful, hotel comfortable, breakfast was nice and not taxed heavily with “additional charges”"

Madison Capital Executive Apartments

8/10 Good

"Breakfast ordinary but free. So you get what you pay for… it was appreciated. We like it for its location and value…."

Abode Phillip

8/10 Good

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Rydges Canberra

10/10 Excellent

"Clean rooms good location friendly staff"

Other attractions near National Zoo and Aquarium

A hilly landscape with a road, trees, and a distant tower.

National Arboretum Canberra

9.2/10 (230 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to National Arboretum Canberra during your trip to Canberra. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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A grassy field with kangaroos resting and a tree with autumn leaves in the background.

Weston Park

8.0/10 (6 reviews)

Weston Park is just one of the places to see in Canberra, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this romantic area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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A building with banners advertising a coin shop.

Royal Australian Mint

Find out about the history of Canberra when you spend time at Royal Australian Mint. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Royal Canberra Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Canberra at Royal Canberra Golf Club. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this family-friendly area.

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Molonglo River Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Molonglo River Reserve, a lovely green space in Canberra.

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ACT Baha'i Centre

Find out about the history of Canberra with a stop at ACT Baha'i Centre. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.

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Black Mountain Woodland Walk Trailhead

You can take time to visit Black Mountain Woodland Walk Trailhead during your travels to Canberra. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Calvary John James Hospital

If Calvary John James Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Canberra.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around National Zoo and Aquarium?

National Zoo and Aquarium is located in a welcoming area of Canberra known for its major shopping area and popular art scene. You'll find 937 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

How many hotels will I be able to find near National Zoo and Aquarium?

Expedia has 937 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from National Zoo and Aquarium.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near National Zoo and Aquarium, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to National Zoo and Aquarium.

What can I see and do near National Zoo and Aquarium?

National Museum of Australia, Old Parliament House and Questacon feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Blundells' Cottage, Albert Hall and Calthorpes' House are landmarks to visit in the area. You can wander around National Arboretum Canberra, Stromlo Forest Park or Commonwealth Park if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for National Zoo and Aquarium hotels

1. Statesman Hotel

2. Deco Hotel

3. Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt

4. Knightsbridge Canberra

5. Abode Woden

6. East Hotel

7. Burbury Hotel & Apartments

8. Punthill Tuggeranong

9. A by Adina Canberra

10. Mercure Canberra Belconnen

11. Quest Canberra City Walk

12. Avenue Hotel Canberra

13. Vibe Hotel Canberra

14. Ramada by Wyndham Diplomat Canberra

15. Abode Belconnen

16. Garden City Hotel, BW Signature Collection

17. Hotel Realm

18. Punthill Narrabundah

19. Meriton Suites Canberra

20. Ovolo Canberra, a Wyndham Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to National Zoo and Aquarium

Top National Zoo and Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Abode Woden

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

Deco Hotel

QT Canberra

The Sebel Canberra Civic

Hotel Realm

Madison Capital Executive Apartments

Abode Phillip

Rydges Canberra

Other attractions near National Zoo and Aquarium

National Arboretum Canberra

Weston Park

Royal Australian Mint

Royal Canberra Golf Club

Molonglo River Reserve

ACT Baha'i Centre

Black Mountain Woodland Walk Trailhead

Calvary John James Hospital

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