108 Northbourne Avenue, 2601 Canberra, Australia
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Madison Capital Executive Apartments Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Madison Capital Executive Apartments on Northbourne Avenue, you immediately get that “this is where the business travelers stay” vibe — and I mean that in the best possible way. It’s a solid four-star property that doesn’t try to be flashy, just really good at what it does. The building has this understated professional look that fits perfectly with Canberra’s government district aesthetic, and honestly, after staying here a few times, I’ve come to appreciate that no-nonsense approach.

Location That Actually Matters

Here’s what I love about the location — you’re right on Northbourne Avenue, which means you can walk to the city center without breaking a sweat, but you’re not stuck in the middle of all the hustle. The couples who stay here absolutely rave about it (apparently they rate it 9.0, which makes total sense), and I think it’s because you get that perfect balance of being close to everything while still feeling like you have your own space. There’s parking right on site, which — let me tell you — is worth its weight in gold in this part of town.

The Apartment Experience

What sets this place apart is that you’re getting a proper apartment, not just a hotel room. Each unit comes with a full kitchen setup, which honestly saved me a fortune during my longer stays. The spaces are designed for people who need to actually live and work, not just crash for the night. You know what really impressed me? The attention to detail in the furnishings — everything feels like it was chosen by someone who actually understands what business travelers need, from the desk setup to the lighting.

Breakfast and Daily Rhythms

The breakfast situation here is pretty solid — they do both continental and buffet options, which gives you flexibility depending on whether you’re rushing to a meeting or have time to properly fuel up. I’ve noticed they have a lot of repeat guests (apparently more than most places), and after a few stays, I totally get why. The staff starts recognizing you, the routine becomes comfortable, and there’s something really nice about that familiarity when you’re traveling for work constantly.

Why Guests Love It

This isn’t the kind of place that’s going to wow you with a fancy lobby or trendy restaurant, but it’s going to make your stay genuinely comfortable and productive. The fact that so many people come back tells you everything you need to know — when you find a place that just works, especially in Canberra where good accommodation can be hit or miss, you stick with it. Whether you’re here for government business, exploring the cultural institutions, or just need a solid base for a few days, Madison Capital Executive Apartments delivers exactly what it promises without any unnecessary fuss.

Madison Capital Executive Apartments Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
Studio Apartment Queen Bed – CDfor Max persons: 2$117
Studio Apartment Queen + Single Bed – CT21 single bed and 1 double bed for Max persons: 3$121
Studio Apartment Queen Bed – CD1 large double bed for Max persons: 2$123
One Bedroom Apartment King Executive – KE1 large double bed for Max persons: 2$130
One Bedroom Apartment King Executive + Two Singles K2S2 single beds and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2$137
One Bedroom Apartment King Executive + Queen Sofa – CP61 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2$150
Studio Apartment Two x Queen Beds – CQQ2 large double beds for Max persons: 4$125
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Reviews of Madison Capital Executive Apartments

  • Great Value, very clean and tidy, Friendly Staff. – Jeff from Australia – 13 July 2025 (8/10)

    Great value for what you get, Basic breakfast but you don't need anymore.

    What could be improved: Elevators were a bit dodgy, also parking is very tight

  • Very good – Lachlan from Australia – 13 July 2025 (8/10)

    Great locations close to restaurants, ANU and the City Centre

  • Perfect for what we needed – Irena from Australia – 13 July 2025 (8/10)

    The size of the room room was great as well as the kitchen

    What could be improved: The bed was too soft

  • Relax – Meng from Australia – 13 July 2025 (8/10)

    Easy check in and out, great location.

    What could be improved: Breakfast is cold, no hot food available

  • All good – Paul from Australia – 12 July 2025 (8/10)

    All good ….Northborne Avenue….location location location. Desk, bed, warm, blankets need to be picked up at reception…

  • Comfortable hotel accommodation close to city centre and dining venues – Young from Austria – 10 July 2025 (9/10)

    Property well located near tram, park and dining venues. Complimentary but basic breakfast

    What could be improved: No real complaints. TV reception in room bit poor

  • Great value, good location – Sally from Australia – 7 July 2025 (8/10)

    Very happy with the room size, location, reception staff and facilities
    Excellent car charging and I was so grateful for it after driving EV from Sydney

    What could be improved: Check out time was respected by cleaner who burst into my room while I was in the bathroom
    Otherwise I would have said an excellent stay

  • awesome – Renea from Australia – 6 July 2025 (9/10)

    good value for money

    What could be improved: nothing

  • Except for the first night noise I would recommend – Damian from Australia – 6 July 2025 (8/10)

    The second night was quiet. Breakfast was adequate

    What could be improved: The first night people partying in the passage near the lifts and running up and down the hallway at 1am belting on all the doors

  • Comfy, quiet and convenient. – Daniel from Australia – 6 July 2025 (9/10)

    Location was in walking distance of the central Canberra.
    Apartment facilties was really comfortable, cosy but not cramped.

    What could be improved: Included continental breakfast was not very appealling.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Dickson 1: 3.2 km
  • Questacon: 3.7 km
  • Reid Oval: 2.1 km
  • Anzac Parade: 2.6 km
  • Commonwealth Park: 3.2 km
  • Parkes Place Lawns: 3.6 km
  • Regatta Point Canberra: 2.4 km
  • Australian War Memorial: 2.8 km
  • Waterright Garden Webtool: 2.4 km
  • National Museum of Australia: 3.3 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant The Haig: 20 m
  • Restaurant102 Northbourne: 100 m
  • Restaurant The Alley Bar & Grill: 100 m

Top attractions:

  • Telstra Tower: 3.8 km
  • Old Parliament House: 4.1 km
  • Royal Australian Mint: 7 km
  • National Zoo and Aquarium: 5 km
  • National Gallery of Australia: 4.3 km
  • Australian– American Memorial: 4 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
  • Alarm clock
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)

Kitchen:

  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Parking:

  • Parking garage
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture

Activities:

  • Golf course (within 3 km)

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Soundproofing
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English

Cleaning services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
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House Rules at Madison Capital Executive Apartments

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 14:00 to 21:00
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00

No age restriction:

  • There is no age requirement for check-in

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.6

Comfort:

8.0

Location:

8.8

Free WiFi:

7.9

Facilities:

7.6

Cleanliness:

8.1

Value for money:

8.2