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Lonsdale St 1-Bed Unit with Study Area and Parking Overview

First Impressions

Walking into the Lonsdale St 1-Bed Unit with Study Area and Parking, I was honestly surprised by how spacious everything felt. You know what really caught my attention? The natural light streaming through the windows — it’s one of those places where you immediately feel at home rather than like you’re staying in some sterile accommodation. The layout is actually quite clever, with the study area tucked away just enough to feel separate from the main living space, which is perfect if you’re traveling with work to catch up on.

The Space and Setup

The bedroom is comfortable without being fancy, but it’s the little touches that make a difference here. There’s proper storage space (something you don’t always get in short-term rentals), and the study area isn’t just an afterthought — it’s got decent lighting and enough room to spread out your laptop without feeling cramped. I mean, if you’re like me and tend to work odd hours while traveling, having that dedicated space where you won’t disturb your partner is actually pretty valuable. The whole unit feels more like a well-thought-out apartment than typical hotel accommodation.

Location and Getting Around

Here’s where this place really shines — the location scored a perfect 10.0 from recent guests, and honestly, I can see why. You’re right in the heart of Canberra, which means you can walk to most of the major attractions without breaking a sweat. The Australian War Memorial is close enough for an easy morning visit, and you’re well-positioned for exploring the parliamentary triangle. What I really appreciated was having that private parking spot on-site — anyone who’s tried to find parking in central Canberra will tell you that’s worth its weight in gold.

Practical Considerations

The free parking situation is actually a bigger deal than it might sound. Most places in this area either don’t offer parking or charge extra for it, so having your own dedicated spot removes that daily stress of hunting for a space. The unit itself is well-maintained and clean, though don’t expect hotel-style daily housekeeping — this is more of a self-contained apartment experience. There’s a decent kitchen setup if you want to grab groceries and cook something simple, which can be a nice change from eating out every meal.

Why Guests Love It

Couples seem to particularly enjoy this place, and I can understand the appeal — there’s something nice about having your own space to retreat to after a day of sightseeing. The study area means one person can catch up on emails or plan the next day’s activities while the other relaxes, which actually reduces that travel stress you sometimes get when you’re constantly in each other’s space. It’s not flashy or over-the-top, but it delivers on the basics really well: good location, practical amenities, and enough space to feel comfortable for more than just a night or two.

Lonsdale St 1-Bed Unit with Study Area and Parking Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
Apartment1 large double bed for Max persons: 2$122
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Reviews of Lonsdale St 1-Bed Unit with Study Area and Parking

  • Lovely apartment. I’d definitely stay again but not in summer. – Lisa from Australia – 6 December 2024 (8/10)

    Spacious one bedroom. Extra space in study useful.

    What could be improved: It was hot. Aircon in lounge room doesn’t reach bedroom. Fan in bedroom not useable because it was noisy.
    Instructions to enter the apartment were mostly good but missed the vital information on what floor the apartment was on.
    The fake flowers detracted from an otherwise well decorated apartment. Suggest bin them immediately.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Dickson 1: 3.2 km
  • Reid Oval: 1.8 km
  • Anzac Parade: 2.4 km
  • Commonwealth Park: 3.1 km
  • Parkes Place Lawns: 3.7 km
  • Regatta Point Canberra: 2.4 km
  • Australian War Memorial: 2.6 km
  • Waterright Garden Webtool: 2.6 km
  • National Museum of Australia: 3.5 km
  • Australian– American Memorial: 3.8 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Chaki Chaki: 50 m
  • Restaurant Pizza Gusto: 50 m
  • Restaurant Elemental Cafe: 50 m

Top attractions:

  • Questacon: 3.8 km
  • Telstra Tower: 4.1 km
  • Old Parliament House: 4 km
  • Royal Australian Mint: 8 km
  • National Zoo and Aquarium: 6 km
  • National Gallery of Australia: 4.3 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Lake Ginninderra: 9 km

Public transport:

  • Train Canberra: 7 km
  • Train Canberra Railway Station: 6 km

Closest airports:

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

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen

Bathroom:

  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Outdoors:

  • Patio

Living Area:

  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Miscellaneous:

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

Room Amenities:

  • Clothes rack
  • Ironing facilities

Languages spoken:

  • English

Media & Technology:

  • TV

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Washing machine
  • Lift

Other for your stay:

  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
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House Rules at Lonsdale St 1-Bed Unit with Study Area and Parking

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00
  • 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:

10

Location:

10

Facilities:

7.5

Cleanliness:

7.5

Value for money:

7.5