Mercure Canberra

Corner of Limestone Ave. & Ainslie Ave., Canberra, AC 2612 Australia (AUS)
3.5 Star Property
-35.275986149.143280
+1-800-219-2797
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Local Attractions

Australian War Memorial Canberra Centre

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Verified Reviews of Mercure Canberra

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Great Stay"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Lovely clean roomy room very comfy bed great bathroom.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
09-Mar-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Mar 08 to Sun Mar 09 2025 at a A$151.33 average nightly rate.
"The room was clean. The bed was comfortable. Our Canberra stays."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
The room was clean. The bed was comfortable. Loved the experience, will return.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
13-Dec-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Dec 13 to Sat Dec 14 2024 at a A$249.72 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 2442 guest reviews

Property Description

Originally known as the Hotel Ainslie, Mercure Canberra was built to provide accommodation for public servants relocating to Canberra to support the transfer of the Commonwealth Parliament. It is one of eight remaining government built hotels or hostels from Canberra's first stage of development in the 1920s and is listed in the Register of the National Estate. Mercure Canberra is historically significant for its important role in the development of North Canberra and the forging of its community identity.While maintaining many original features, the hotel embraces the need for 21st century comforts to ensure you feel welcome and have an enjoyable stay. Our 129 guest rooms are well appointed and have been decorated in keeping with the heritage style of the building. Our Standard rooms are located in the Heritage wing, with the layout and style of room not changing from the hotels' original days. For those looking for a more modern layout, you may wish to select one of our Superior or Deluxe Loft rooms in the newer part of the building.Our guests have the option to dine at our onsite Courtyard Restaurant, serving modern Australian cuisine in the evening and a choice of Continental or Buffet breakfast in the morning. Those looking for a more casual dining experience can enjoy Bistro style meals from our Olims Bar & Bistro, a favourite spot for hotel guests and locals to mingle, serving Craft Beers & Cider from our very own Lovedale BreweryOur location is ideal. 600m from the Australian War Memorial commemorating those who serve our country, both past and present. Most of Canberra's National Attractions are within 10 minutes' drive from the hotel and the CBD is and easy 10 minute walk away and offers a wide range of cafes, bars and restaurants, as well as shops and a Dendy Movie Cinema.Our team at Mercure Canberra look forward to making you feel welcome when you plan your next stay in beautiful Canberra, Australia.

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 2:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Year of Last Renovation: 2018
Floors: 2
Rooms: 129
Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 129
Handicap Rooms: 3
Suites: 31
Room Windows: Windows Do Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 3 View Spaces
Meeting Space: 4156 sq. feet
Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.5 Mi
Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site
Lounge/Bar Hours: 1100 AM till late
Pool Info:
We do not have a pool in the hotel but we do have Gym
Ownership: Schwartz Family
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
As per the contract
Nightly Parking: $10
Typical Group Deposit: 20% upon signing the contract
Total Taxes: 0.00%
Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • ATM
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Breakfast in room
  • Bus parking
  • Central location
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Dinner available
  • Electric Car Charging Station
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Express Check-Out
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fitness and health center
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Licensed bar
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Pets allowed
  • Private car parking
  • Private garden grounds
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Safe in rooms
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television
  • Terrace

Airport & Shuttle Information

Canberra Airport is a 10 min drive from the Hotel

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Breakfast Information

Monday to Friday 6:30am – 9:00amSaturday, Sunday and ACT Public Holidays 7:00am – 10:00amBreakfast prices:Hot Buffet Breakfast $24 per person per dayContinental Breakfast $19 per person per day

Pet Friendly?

Yes! Pets are allowed.
We do have 6 rooms in the hotel that can accommodate pets

Parking Info

Secure, open-air car parking at a rate of $10.00 per vehicle per day.Coach parking available.

Internet / WiFI

Free in room Wi-Fi for guests

About Mercure

  • Midscale hotel with warm, contemporary rooms
  • The Park Sleep & Fly offer includes 1 night acoomodations, airport transfer by shuttle service and up to 15 days of free parking
  • Coffee and tea tasting
  • Buffet breakfast with both local and international food items or the Express & Co. breakfast formula is served at the bar until noon. Enjoy a hot drink, a glass of orange juice, and some bread with jam, or other delicious pastries
  • Ready to Spa packages includes accommodation, breakfast, and one spa treatment
  • Great meeting space for any special occasion

The Mercure highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: Tilley's Devine Cafe Gallery - A cozy spot for a hearty breakfast, offering a range of classic dishes. Located at 1/94 Wattle St, Lyneham, about 3.5 km from Mercure Canberra.
  • Lunch: The Cupping Room - A trendy cafe known for its innovative dishes and specialty coffee. Located at 1/13 University Ave, Canberra, about 2.5 km from Mercure Canberra.
  • Dinner: Aubergine - An upscale dining experience with seasonal menus and fine wines. Located at 18 Barker St, Griffith, around 7 km from the hotel.
  • Activity: Australian War Memorial - Explore Australia's military history through engaging exhibits and memorials. Located at Treloar Crescent, Campbell, approximately 2.2 km from the hotel.

    • Day 2

  • Breakfast: Lonsdale Street Roasters - Enjoy freshly roasted coffee and a variety of breakfast options. Located at 7 Lonsdale St, Braddon, just 1 km from Mercure Canberra.
  • Lunch: Brodburger - Famous for their flame-grilled burgers, a must-visit for lunch. Located at 11 Wentworth Ave, Kingston, about 6 km from Mercure Canberra.
  • Dinner: Akiba - Offers a modern take on Asian cuisine, known for its lively atmosphere. Located at 40 Bunda St, Canberra, around 2 km from the hotel.
  • Activity: National Gallery of Australia - Discover Australia's largest collection of art, featuring works from around the world. Located at Parkes Place, Parkes, approximately 4 km from the hotel.

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Mercure Canberra

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Mercure Canberra.

Feel free to use the Mercure Canberra meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Canberra event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Meters)		 Size
(sqm.)		 Banquet
5'/6'
Banquet Space Layout		 Crescent
Crescent Tables Layout		 Classroom
Classroom Meeting Layout		 Hollow
Square
Hollow Square Table Layout		 U-Shape
U Shape Meeting Layout		 Boardroom
Boardroom Meeting Space		 Convention
8'/10'
Convention Booth Layout		 Theater
Theater Layout		 Reception
Reception Desk for Meeting		 Regist.
Desk
Registration Desk for Meeting
Carlton Room 15 x 10 x 2 22996/1208466--4040--/--120--6
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Carlton Room

- Suitable for larger events up to 120 pax- 229m2- Natural lighting - Private bar & bathrooms - Best suited to cabaret or classroom set up styles - Built in data projector & screen with HDMI connection - Street access
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
2464.9 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
15 x 10 x 2 M.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
4
Columns:
2
Windows:
8
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
Yes
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
Yes
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Sound System
Half Day Rental:
A$1500.00 AUD
Full Day Rental:
A$3000.00 AUD
Evening Rental:
A$3000.00 AUD
24 Hr. Hold Rental:
A$3000.00 AUD
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Grosvenor Room 13 x 7 x 2 11240/504036--3036--/--50----
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Grosvenor Room

- Suitable for meetings of 15-30 pax - 112m2- Can be used as an extension of Carlton Room for larger events - Best suited to cabaret, classroom or U shape set up styles - Built in data projector & screen with HDMI connection - Direct access to the Courtyard Restaurant
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
1205.6 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
13 x 7 x 2 M.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
2
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
Yes
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Sound System
Half Day Rental:
A$750.00 AUD
Full Day Rental:
A$1250.00 AUD
Evening Rental:
A$1250.00 AUD
24 Hr. Hold Rental:
A$1250.00 AUD
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Ainslie Room 10 x 5 x 2 45--/----12--1518--/--20----
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Ainslie Room

- Suitable for smaller board meetings or private dining up to 15 pax - 45m2 - Natural lighting - Private alcove & bathroom - Best suited to boardroom or U shape set up styles - LCD screen with VGA & HDMI connections
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
484.4 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
10 x 5 x 2 M.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
3
Columns:
0
Windows:
4
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Sound System
Half Day Rental:
A$300.00 AUD
Full Day Rental:
A$650.00 AUD
Evening Rental:
A$650.00 AUD
24 Hr. Hold Rental:
A$650.00 AUD
Photo of Ainslie Room
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FAQs about Mercure Canberra

What time is check in?

Check in time is 2:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Mercure Canberra have?

There are 129 sleeping rooms in the hotel.

Is there any meeting space at Mercure Canberra?

Yes, they have 3 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Mercure Canberra?

Monday to Friday 6:30am – 9:00amSaturday, Sunday and ACT Public Holidays 7:00am – 10:00amBreakfast prices:Hot Buffet Breakfast $24 per person per dayContinental Breakfast $19 per person per day

What parking is available at Mercure Canberra?

Secure, open-air car parking at a rate of $10.00 per vehicle per day.Coach parking available.

How much does internet cost?

Free in room Wi-Fi for guests

Is there a gym at Mercure Canberra?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Testimonials:

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