32 Mort Street, 2612 Canberra, Australia
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CBD Japanese Retreat 2BR 1P Brekky Wifi Netflix Overview

You know what struck me first about CBD Japanese Retreat 2BR 1P Brekky Wifi Netflix? It’s one of those places that actually delivers on its promise – and honestly, that’s rarer than you’d think with vacation rentals these days. The whole Japanese aesthetic isn’t just thrown together for Instagram either; whoever set this up clearly spent time thinking about how to create that minimalist, zen-like atmosphere without making it feel cold or impersonal.

The two-bedroom setup works beautifully for couples or small families – I mean, having that extra space to spread out makes such a difference when you’re staying somewhere for more than just a night or two. The kitchen area follows that clean Japanese design philosophy, and while it’s compact, everything you need is there and actually functional. What I really appreciated was how they’ve managed to incorporate modern conveniences (hello, Netflix for those rainy evenings) without disrupting the serene vibe they’re going for. The WiFi is solid too, which matters more than people admit – there’s nothing worse than trying to upload photos or catch up on work with spotty internet.

But here’s the thing that really won me over: the breakfast situation. It’s not just your typical continental spread – they’ve put thought into offering something that fits the Japanese theme while still being accessible to different tastes. The whole experience feels intentional, from the way the morning light hits the living area to how quiet everything stays even when you’re right in the city center. I’ll be honest, I was a bit skeptical about the location at first – CBD areas can be all business and no soul – but this spot manages to feel like a proper retreat despite being surrounded by the urban hustle. The 9.1 rating makes perfect sense once you’ve actually stayed there; it’s those little details that add up, like how the bedding feels genuinely luxurious and how the temperature control actually works the way you’d expect it to. If you’re looking for somewhere that offers both that Instagram-worthy aesthetic and real comfort for a longer stay, this place hits that sweet spot without trying too hard.

CBD Japanese Retreat 2BR 1P Brekky Wifi Netflix Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
Deluxe Apartment2 × 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2$154
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Reviews of CBD Japanese Retreat 2BR 1P Brekky Wifi Netflix

  • Great location, great place to stay. Very helpful staff! A great place for a family to stay while exploring Canberra – Lisa from Australia – 3 July 2025 (10/10)

    Great location, walking distance to good restaurants and shopping. Easy to access.

    What could be improved: Nothing at all!

  • Perfect Canberra short stay with restaurants galore nearby and parking – Michelle from Australia – 27 June 2025 (9/10)

    Great location with bonus underground parking included. Loved the long layout which made the apartment feel a bit more spacious. Lots of breakfast (and a few other) treats in the cupboard and fridge which were appreciated. Comfortable and clean with loads of restaurants, food trucks, and bars nearby but still very quiet in the apartment. Definitely a livelier Canberra area!

  • Superb – Rita from Australia – 27 June 2025 (9/10)

    Great location close to a range of eateries and arcades

  • Top option for Canberra stay – Matthaios from Australia – 26 April 2025 (10/10)

    Everything was top notch. Place was clean and quiet. Appreciated having parking and Netflix available. The location is walking distance to City Centre. The communication with host was excellent.

  • Fantastic location & clean small properly.perfect!! – Mary from Australia – 25 April 2025 (10/10)

    The property is small but we were there to see Canberra so it was perfect for a place to leave our things and go explore. Very clean and well setup. With many food places around the block and the city centre a quick walk away, am happy we found this property. The hosts were great at communicating.

    What could be improved: N/A

  • Superb – Georgina from Australia – 17 April 2025 (9/10)

    Parking was a bonus

    What could be improved: Would be good to add a full length mirror. There was a consistent beeping sound every couple of minutes but we couldn't work out where it was coming from. Could've been next door

  • Wonderful really & exceeded our expectations. – Maureen from Australia – 25 March 2025 (9/10)

    It was very central, comfortable & it had a very well stocked pantry & fridge.

    What could be improved: We were, initially concerned about accessing both the key & the property, but the instructions that were sent to us proved more than adequate.

  • Superb – Julie from Australia – 23 February 2025 (9/10)

    Thankful for shampoo and shower wash provided, and for brekky and condiments provided, many thanks.
    Many thanks also for meeting us to provide keys, at time suitable to us, excellent service.
    Very clean, very comfy beds, heaps of pillows, superb!

    What could be improved: These little things could help:
    It could do with a wire shelf hanging from the shower hose, just to hold my soap and my facewasher.
    Needs rails to hold my swim towel and bath towel, hooks mean they dont dry.
    Needs more teaspoons.
    Please offer gluten free bread option for brekky
    I am being picky, but overall very pleased.

  • Exceptional – Molly from Australia – 21 February 2025 (10/10)

    Hong was such a great host and responded extremely quickly to any question I had! The location was perfect and the apartment itself was lovely; I especially appreciated the generous fruit platter in the fridge! Thanks again for a great stay Hong 😊

  • Exceptional – Julie from Australia – 10 February 2025 (10/10)

    Comfortable bed and spotlessly clean. Great location as well

    What could be improved: Nothing

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Questacon: 3.4 km
  • Reid Oval: 1.8 km
  • Anzac Parade: 2.2 km
  • Commonwealth Park: 2.9 km
  • Parkes Place Lawns: 3.3 km
  • Regatta Point Canberra: 2.1 km
  • Australian War Memorial: 2.7 km
  • Waterright Garden Webtool: 2.9 km
  • The Broinowski Rose Garden: 3.6 km
  • National Museum of Australia: 3 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Burger Hero: 100 m
  • Restaurant Crust Gourmet Pizza Bar: 30 m
  • Restaurant Knightsbridge Penthouse: 50 m

Top attractions:

  • Telstra Tower: 3.9 km
  • Old Parliament House: 3.7 km
  • Royal Australian Mint: 7 km
  • National Zoo and Aquarium: 5 km
  • National Gallery of Australia: 4 km
  • Australian– American Memorial: 3.6 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Lake Ginninderra: 9 km

Public transport:

  • Train Canberra: 6 km
  • Train Canberra Railway Station: 6 km

Closest airports:

  • Canberra Airport: 6 km
  • Goulburn Airport: 95 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Transport:

  • Shuttle service Additional charge

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Fruits
  • Grocery deliveries Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible

Miscellaneous:

  • Adults only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • Inner courtyard view
  • City view
  • Garden view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance

Languages spoken:

  • English
  • Chinese

Cleaning services:

  • Ironing service
  • Laundry

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Balcony
  • Parking
  • Kitchen
  • Shuttle service
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • View
  • Free parking

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Entertainment and family services:

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles

Parking Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).:

  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking

Other for your stay:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
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House Rules at CBD Japanese Retreat 2BR 1P Brekky Wifi Netflix

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 14:00 to 21:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.5

Comfort:

9.3

Location:

9.7

Free WiFi:

10

Facilities:

9.3

Cleanliness:

9.4

Value for money:

9.4