National Gallery of Australia - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Parliament House - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Questacon - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.) - 16 min drive
Queanbeyan Railway Station - 15 min drive
Kingston Canberra Station - 24 min walk
Bungendore Station - 32 min drive
Restaurants
Penny University - 13 min walk
Queen's Terrace Cafe - 14 min walk
Caribou Kingston - 14 min walk
The Durham - 14 min walk
Little Bird - 8 min walk
About this property
Hotel Realm
When you stay at Hotel Realm, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Parliament House and Australian National University. You can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or mani/pedis, and French cuisine is served at Louis Dining, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. An indoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a health club are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and spacious guestrooms.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
163 rooms
Arranged over 7 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
The property charges AUD 1.5 for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Travel history and/or health declaration. Customers may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)) and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Onsite self parking (AUD 20 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Onsite valet parking (AUD 40 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Onsite extended parking (AUD 20 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Winery tours nearby
Working away
15 meeting rooms
Conference center (7427 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Porter/bellhop
Bicycle rentals
Bike storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2010
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Health club
An indoor pool
Bicycle parking
Full-service spa
Spa tub
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Banquet hall
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Room amenities
Be entertained
iPad
Cable/satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Espresso maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
Alarm clock
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)) and free wired internet
Phone
Food and drink
Reusable coffee/tea filters
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Spa
The onsite spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a mud bath, a sauna, and a spa tub.
The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.
Dining
Louis Dining - This restaurant specializes in French cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Reservations are required.
Chairman & Yip - This restaurant specializes in Asian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required. Open select days.
Maple + Clove Wholefoods - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Open daily.
Ostani Bar - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 35 to 35 for adults, and AUD 15 to 35 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of AUD 1.5
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for AUD 40.0 per day
Parking
Self parking costs AUD 20 per night with in/out privileges
Valet parking costs AUD 40 per day with in/out privileges
Extended parking costs AUD 20 per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, health club, or fitness facility, while guests under 16 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool, health club, and fitness facility with adult supervision
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Hotel Realm Barton
Realm Barton
Hotel Realm Hotel
Hotel Realm Barton
Hotel Realm Hotel Barton
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Realm offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Realm does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Realm?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Realm?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Realm?
Yes. Self parking costs AUD 20 per night. Valet parking costs AUD 40 per day. Extended parking costs AUD 20 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Realm?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Realm?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Canberra (6-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Realm and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the spa tub. Hotel Realm also has an indoor pool, a sauna, and a steam room, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Realm?
Yes, Louis Dining offers French cuisine.
What's the area around Hotel Realm like?
Hotel Realm is in Barton, a short 20-minute walk from Parliament House and 12 minutes' walk from Manuka Oval.
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Nov 22, 2024
Jeff
Jeff, 4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Nov 19, 2024
Messy
I will probably no longer go to the Realm. Main reasons are the following:
1/ Breakfast. Too long waiting time. I had to pay but had to leave before the breakfast was served… They don’t have a buffet where you can quickly grab some food and a coffee and go. No you have to wait until somebody comes and then order and wait. For me breakfast is 10mn max. I left after 25mn without having eaten…
2/ The restaurant is too noisy. Impossible to find a quiet place. Speakers everywhere and hard material echoing…
3/ Complex order intake. You need to order from two different t counter for food and drinks, which is making you queue twice…but then when you want to order a coffee and queue at the drink counter, they will ask you to queue at the food counter…. What’s the logic???
4/ I orde a bottle of Champagne at $130 on their table app, but order would not proceed, so I went to the counter and they said the app was promotional and I need to pay $150 at the counter… not logic
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2024
Karen Mae
Karen Mae, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2024
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2024
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2024
Lovely check in. Will definitely stay there again. Huge room and comfy bed.
henry
henry, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2024
James
James, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2024
Delightful staff. Spacious room. Clean and comfortable. Peaceful area. Good parking. Plenty of dining options. Spa on site.
Verified traveler
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 9, 2024
Paul
Paul, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 6, 2024
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2024
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 25, 2024
Damon
Damon, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2024
Very accommodating staff, clean rooms overall excellent.
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Aug 19, 2024
Easy access hotel, safe and room clean. Check in staff helpful and very polite. Breakfast was busy and food slightly above average but whilst staff levels are high, the restaurant felt unorganised and chaotic :)
Megan
Megan, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2024
The team at Hotel Realm are friendly, approachable and accommodating. The surrounding dining options are exemplary, and the connections to services such as gym, spa and hairdresser make this the perfect Barton stay.
Verified traveler
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2024
Air conditioning was difficult to set.
Madeline
Madeline, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2024
Timmy
Timmy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Aug 1, 2024
Great trip, outdated room.
Hotel realm is beautiful and has a wonderful location!
But the decor of the rooms are outdated, the carpet is terribly stained and the seating does not allow for a couple of families to be close together and comfortable.
The robes provided have a horrible smell to them and the 24hr room service is not great!
We did enjoy our night away and the bed was so unbelievably comfortable that you don’t wanna leave it.
We would definitely stay again if the price was lower for what you get.
Daina
Daina, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2024
George
George, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2024
Trish
Trish, 4-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 13, 2024
Amazingly comfortable beds, pleasant staff, convenient family suites with everything needed to enjoy a family visit to Canberra.
Carolena
Carolena, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Jul 11, 2024
Room has some crumbs left on the couch. A fire alarm went off in the morning and left us with no hot water for showering.
Ashley
Ashley, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2024
Great place to stay !!
peter
peter, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 21, 2024
Jonathan
Jonathan, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 18, 2024
Fantastic 5-night stay.
Great location. Excellent facilities. Friendly team.
The pool area is great, but the hours are restricted - even needing to book at times, due to its use by the public.