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BEST WESTERN Motel Monaro

3.5 of 5
27 Dawes Street, Canberra 2604, Australia
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Sydney
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12 reviews 12 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

The Motel Monaro is in a perfect location to visit Canberra. You have a beavy of choices for your evening meal by walking out the back gate to the local shopping area. The room though tiny is perfect for a night or two. With newley renovated rooms that offer a small fridge and microwave for those who want to snack... More

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Graham V, Manager at BEST WESTERN Motel Monaro, responded to this review
2 June 2013

Thank you for your accurate review. No need to request a renovated room....every room is renovated. Although rooms are small we have tried to include a few extra such as free wi-fi, quality, plunger coffee, eco amenities, full size ironing board,microwave, crockery and cutlery to go with great beds and shower and the best location. Large range of choice for... More

Melbourne, Australia
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

Good location ,closed to shops and eating places. We had downstairs room.The room is bright and clean, shower is good size. Quiet at night with good car park next to the room. The heating system is very efficient, keeping us warm when it was zero outside. The host is helpful and have good local knowledge when asked about internet cafe... More

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Graham V, Manager at BEST WESTERN Motel Monaro, responded to this review
31 May 2013

Thank you for your review. I am pleased to be able to help with local knowledge and glad everything about the room was to your liking. More

Melbourne, Australia
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21 reviews 21 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

I stay in Canberra a lot and generally try to get in here. While it's a little more expensive (to be expected), I've always had a fantastic experience with the staff and general decor. The rooms are clean, the new bathrooms are fantastic and I've always felt safe (even walking through the car park out the back. It's easy walking... More

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Graham V, Manager at BEST WESTERN Motel Monaro, responded to this review
28 May 2013

Thanks for your description as "fantastic experience" and thank you for your great review. Our location is hard to beat which is a head start. We try to add genuine,friendly, unpretentious service to our renovated rooms and this seems to be a good formula. Hope we see you again soon. More

Fingal Bay
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2013

Staff very friendly & helpfull Room very well presented , modern update, clean. Fridge Toaster Microwave kettle in the room . They even provided biscuits with the tea/ coffee. Would highly recommend this Hotel to any one. Very fairly priced . We stayed three nights.

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Graham V, Manager at BEST WESTERN Motel Monaro, responded to this review
28 May 2013

Thanks Sheren for a perfect score! I is nice to know that all the little things are appreciated (such as microwave, tea/coffee making, biscuits etc) and complement the renovated rooms. We recognise that all guests have their own personal requiremements and try to cover what we possibly can within the scope of our property. Thanks again for the review and... More

bonita springs, fl
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32 reviews 32 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Our experience has shown that Best Western properties outside of the US can be exceptionally comfortable and commodious for the price, a real value. Not this one. It is, indeed, a motel in all respects, right down to tiny bathroom (with no shelf space), ornery air conditioning, loud garbage truck noises in the dawn hours and charmless decor. The place... More

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Graham V, Manager at BEST WESTERN Motel Monaro, responded to this review
8 May 2013

James, thanks for the review. We are very proudly Best Western and also proudly a 3+ star Motel. We always pass quality reviews, and easily exceed those standards. I am sorry you found the AC difficult to operate. That is very unusual as it is normally just on/off and it is preset to optimum temperature which you may then adjust.... More

Merimbula
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

We've stayed at the Motel Monaro on a number of occasions and find it a particularly refreshing experience every time.Staff retention is very noticeable with most being longtime employees whose friendliness & attention to detail reflect contentment not often encountered in most workplaces. Thanks for a great stay!

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Graham V, Manager at BEST WESTERN Motel Monaro, responded to this review
9 May 2013

Thanks Betty for a great review. We appreciate your comments regading our wonderful staff. Being an older property, even though now fully renovated, has some limitation on room size but it should not detract fom honest friendly service which is what we try very hard to add. I will pass on your comments to all staff. Glad you enjoyed another... More

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8 reviews 8 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013 via mobile

I stayed here overnight just before the running festival. Staff were great in accommodating my needs and timings for the stay. Thanks everyone. The rooms are very clean and comfortable. Had a good and restful sleep. No complaints from me. Worth the money...

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Graham V, Manager at BEST WESTERN Motel Monaro, responded to this review
7 May 2013

Thank you for your review. Pleased you found us suitable for your stay and everything worked out with the run. We are in an excellent location for so many things including the Canberra running events at the lake. Late checkout is often available, especially on weekends when those events are held. Hope we see you next year..remember to book early! More

Huntsville, Alabama
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130 reviews 130 reviews
89 hotel reviews
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46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

Check in was pleasant and I found everyone in the front office to be friendly and helpful. The room was tiny - I had less space than on a cruise ship since I couldn't put our suitcases under the bed like I can there. My husband had his case by the door and I had to place mine on the... More

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Graham V, Manager at BEST WESTERN Motel Monaro, responded to this review
6 April 2013

Thank you very much for your review. You have descibed us very accurately. Our property is around 50 years old but the recent renvation has allowed us to include some quality items (new showers are a hit) and extras (like microwave, crockery and cutlery). The location really makes it and we try to add relaxed friedly service to the equation.... More

Banstead UK
Top Contributor
69 reviews 69 reviews
65 hotel reviews
Reviews in 60 cities Reviews in 60 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013

I stayed for one night and found the motel as per the majority of reviews - comfortable, clean, well located and with pleasant & helpful owners. The bed in particular was very comfy with very good quality linen. The shower room had obviously recently been refitted to a high standard. I hired a bicycle for the day from the motel... More

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Graham V, Manager at BEST WESTERN Motel Monaro, responded to this review
1 April 2013

Thanks Joe for your review. Very pleased we lived up to our previous reviews and that we were just what you wanted. Hope we see you again. More

Antwerp, Belgium
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32 reviews 32 reviews
32 hotel reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

I stopped over here a couple of nights on my way down to Melbourne; I have to admit, when I arrived at the property, I was slightly surprised (ok, thinking oops did I book this) - yes it is a motel with an "m", however I wasn't quite expecting the traditional layout around a car park . That said, after... More

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Graham V, Manager at BEST WESTERN Motel Monaro, responded to this review
17 March 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write a vey extensive review. I think you have covered us exactly with a great desciption of our location and facilities. I don't think you missed a thing. I did like your comments regarding the birds in the morning..I have had to defend them in the past from complaints! Hope we see you... More

 
 
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Also Known As:
Best Western Kingston
Kingston Best Western
Address: 27 Dawes Street, Canberra 2604, Australia
Region: Australia > Australian Capital Territory > Greater Canberra > Canberra
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Free Parking
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Ranked #6 of 52 hotels in Canberra
Price Range: ££
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Centrally located in Kingston on the South side of Lake Burley Griffin, just a few minutes from Parliament House, Australian National Gallery, High Court of Australia and the Parliamentary triangle, the ideal location for any visit to Canberra - business or pleasure .The popular Kingston shopping area is just outside the back gate with in excess of thirty excellent restaurants, banks, bars, shops and supermarket. It is a quiet, convenient location close to the major tourist and business areas. Best Western Motel Monaro has a 3+ star rating from the NRMA and all rooms are ensuite with Air conditioners/Heaters, telephone, television, wireless internet, tea/coffee making facilities, toaster and refrigerator. Breakfast is available for service to rooms and ranges from a continental style with juice, cereal, fruit and toast up to a full cooked selection. There are a variety of rooms including single, double, twin and family suites. All rooms are non-smoking. ... more   less 
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