222 City Walk, 2601 Canberra, Australia
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Dana-Spacious Private Room in Shared 2-Bedroom Apartment-1 Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Dana-Spacious Private Room in Shared 2-Bedroom Apartment-1 honestly feels like you’re staying at a friend’s place rather than some sterile hotel. The space sits right on City Walk in Canberra, and I mean right in the thick of things — you can practically roll out of bed and be at the heart of the city. The apartment itself has this lived-in comfort that’s actually refreshing after dealing with cookie-cutter accommodations elsewhere.

The Space and Setup

Your private room is genuinely spacious — not just “spacious for a budget place” but actually roomy enough to spread out your stuff without feeling cramped. The shared setup works better than you’d expect, honestly. The common areas are well-maintained, and there’s a kitchen that’s properly equipped if you want to grab groceries from the nearby shops and cook something up. I appreciated having that option, especially since Canberra’s dining scene can get pricey if you’re eating out every meal.

Location That Actually Matters

Here’s the thing about this location — couples absolutely love it, and I can see why. You’re walking distance from Lake Burley Griffin, which is perfect for those morning jogs or evening strolls that make you feel like you’ve got your life together. The Parliamentary Triangle is right there too, so if you’re doing the tourist thing, you won’t be spending half your day on transport. Plus, there’s parking on-site, which honestly saves you a headache in this part of town where street parking can be a nightmare.

What Works in Practice

The shared apartment concept might make some people nervous, but it’s actually pretty seamless. You get your privacy when you need it, but there’s also this nice sense of being part of a temporary community. The recent guests have been rating the location incredibly highly — and I get it. You’re close enough to everything that matters without being stuck in some touristy bubble. The nearby cafes are decent, and you can walk to the National Gallery or the Museum without breaking a sweat. This is a three-star accommodation that punches well above its weight.

Why Guests Keep Coming Back

Look, this isn’t fancy accommodation, but it delivers exactly what it promises. The value is solid — you’re getting a proper private space in one of Canberra’s best locations without paying hotel prices. The host clearly knows what travelers actually need, not just what looks good in photos. For couples especially, this place hits that sweet spot of being romantic enough for a getaway but practical enough that you’re not stressed about logistics. You know what really sold me? The fact that you can actually live here for a few days, not just survive. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to return.

Dana-Spacious Private Room in Shared 2-Bedroom Apartment-1 Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
Queen Room1 large double bed for Max persons: 2$86
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Reviews of Dana-Spacious Private Room in Shared 2-Bedroom Apartment-1

  • Ideal room for weekender – Bridget from Australia – 2 May 2025 (9/10)

    Prime location in the centre of town. Very easy to get around. The room is modern and had more space than I was expecting

    What could be improved: We extended our booking one night and I got a call from the staff during the day who were not aware of the change. It was all good in the end though.

  • Perfect spot for the event we were attending – Vanessa from Australia – 8 March 2025 (8/10)

    It is clean and neat and value for money

    What could be improved: The door code is very temperamental

  • Exceptional – Mazin from Australia – 7 March 2025 (10/10)

    The room is very very clean and in a very clean and beautiful apartment in the heart of Canberra city.

  • Great position – Vladimira from Australia – 29 November 2024 (7/10)

    Location

    What could be improved: Parking

  • Not too bad – Warren from Australia – 8 November 2024 (7/10)

    A great location, right in the heart of the CBD. Decent instructions were given on where to find access keys, and what codes to use to unlock doors. A fair room, with good space. The adjustable desk was also good.

    What could be improved: The wardrobe lacks hanging room for certain clothes. There were no instructions given on what to do with used towels and bed linen. When I left the unit to go into the corridor to the lifts, I could always open the front door after stepping out, so I could never tell if the unit door was locked – and therefore secure.

  • Convenient, Central Location but Basic Stay – Yivan from Australia – 24 October 2024 (8/10)

    This accommodation is all about convenience—right in the heart of Canberra, central to everything, making it ideal if you just need a place to sleep. However, if you're looking for somewhere to relax and unwind, this probably isn't the best choice. It's great for a quick, no-frills stay but not the place to chill in peace. I’d stay here again only if I needed a basic spot to rest during a busy trip.

  • Very good – Allen from Australia – 18 November 2023 (8/10)

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  • Modern Private Rooms Canberra CBD. – Andrew from Australia – 2 October 2023 (7/10)

    Proximity to City Centre.Was clean,self contained with kitchen and all the appliances.

    What could be improved: Poor tv reception with limited channels. View from balcony into carpark and rubbish dumpsters.Toilet not separate from shower which makes it awkward when you are sharing facilities.

  • It was generally OK – Jan from Poland – 22 September 2023 (8/10)

    Location

    What could be improved: very loud noise – the building next door was being renovated,
    the room was dark and shapeless, there was no access to the terrace, where washed bed linen was constantly displayed.

  • fair close to amenities – David from Australia – 20 April 2023 (6/10)

    location

    What could be improved: was unable access balcony due other occupants washing drying

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Questacon: 2.9 km
  • Reid Oval: 1.5 km
  • Anzac Parade: 1.5 km
  • Commonwealth Park: 2.1 km
  • Parkes Place Lawns: 2.8 km
  • Regatta Point Canberra: 1.4 km
  • Australian War Memorial: 2.3 km
  • The Broinowski Rose Garden: 2.9 km
  • National Museum of Australia: 2.6 km
  • Australian– American Memorial: 2.8 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Brunello: 2 m
  • Restaurant Canberra Pho: 2 m
  • Restaurant Chicken Gourmet Express Cafe: 10 m

Top attractions:

  • Telstra Tower: 4.3 km
  • Old Parliament House: 3 km
  • Royal Australian Mint: 7 km
  • National Zoo and Aquarium: 5 km
  • National Gallery of Australia: 3.3 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Lake Ginninderra: 10 km

Public transport:

  • Train Canberra: 6 km
  • Train Canberra Railway Station: 5 km

Closest airports:

  • Canberra Airport: 5 km
  • Goulburn Airport: 96 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer

Outdoors:

  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Living Area:

  • Desk

Miscellaneous:

  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Lift
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Heating
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

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

Great for your stay:

  • Balcony
  • Parking
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Terrace
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Washing machine
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Private parking

Parking Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs AUD 20 per day.:

  • Parking garage

Other for your stay:

  • Shared kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
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House Rules at Dana-Spacious Private Room in Shared 2-Bedroom Apartment-1

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 00:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 10:00

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:

7.5

Comfort:

8.1

Location:

9.6

Free WiFi:

7.5

Facilities:

7.8

Cleanliness:

7.9

Value for money:

8.3