2 Akuna Street, 2601 Canberra, Australia
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Nesuto Canberra Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Nesuto Canberra, you immediately get that “this is exactly what I needed” feeling. It’s one of those four-star places that doesn’t try too hard to impress you with flashy lobbies or over-the-top design — instead, it just gets everything right. The building sits on Akuna Street in a spot that honestly couldn’t be better if you tried, and you can tell from the moment you arrive that someone put real thought into making this work for actual travelers, not just Instagram photos.

Location That Actually Matters

Here’s the thing about Canberra — location is everything, and Nesuto nailed it. You’re basically in the heart of the city center, which means you can walk to Parliament House, the National Gallery, and Lake Burley Griffin without breaking a sweat. I mean, couples consistently rate the location 9.5 out of 10, and after spending time here, I totally get why. You know what’s really nice? There’s parking right on site, which anyone who’s tried to find a decent spot in central Canberra will appreciate. No circling blocks or paying ridiculous fees at some random lot three streets away.

The Apartment Experience

What sets this place apart is that you’re not getting a cramped hotel room — you’re getting a proper apartment with space to actually live. The kitchen isn’t just for show either; it’s got everything you need if you want to grab groceries from the nearby markets and cook something decent. Honestly, after a few days of eating out, having the option to make your own coffee in the morning or throw together a simple dinner feels like such a treat. The living areas are thoughtfully laid out too, with enough space that you don’t feel like you’re camping in a hotel.

Why It Works So Well

There’s something refreshing about a place that focuses on getting the basics absolutely right rather than trying to wow you with unnecessary extras. The recent guest ratings speak for themselves — a 9.4 for location isn’t something you see every day. The staff seems to understand that most people staying here are either in town for work or exploring the capital’s attractions, and they’ve designed the whole experience around making that as smooth as possible. You get the independence of having your own space, but with the reliability and service you expect from a quality hotel.

Why Guests Keep Coming Back

What really strikes me about Nesuto Canberra is how it manages to feel both professional and homey at the same time. You’re not dealing with the stuffiness of some business hotels, but you’re also not sacrificing quality or service. The combination of that prime location, the apartment-style setup, and the fact that you can park your car and forget about it makes this place work for pretty much any type of trip to Canberra. Whether you’re here for a weekend exploring the museums or a longer work stay, you’ll find yourself settling in quickly and actually enjoying the downtime between whatever brought you to the capital.

Savvy travelers reserve a hotel in Canberra before ANZAC Day dawn services fill Capital Hill.

Nesuto Canberra Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
Studio Apartmentfor Max persons: 2$133
Studio Apartment1 extra-large double bed and 2 single beds for Max persons: 2$140
One-Bedroom Apartment1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2$154
One-Bedroom Apartment with Office1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2$165
Two-Bedroom Apartment1 large double bed, 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 4$260
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Reviews of Nesuto Canberra

  • Amazing – Crook from Australia – 8 July 2025 (9/10)

    The location and price

    What could be improved: I liked every thing

  • Overall a great experience – Tracee from Australia – 29 June 2025 (8/10)

    A fantastic place to stay close to the theatre & Canberra centre. Great little Banana leaf restaurant next door.

    What could be improved: Outside / Bbq area needs a good clean of pavers, tables etc

  • Very good – Lynda from Australia – 15 June 2025 (8/10)

    It was in a great location, staff were friendly and rooms were comfortable.

    What could be improved: Parking was limited, but the staff were friendly to get a spot available for us.

  • It was a pleasant place to stay for our short visit which was easily accessible and close to the city – Craig from Australia – 12 June 2025 (8/10)

    Location was perfect

    What could be improved: Nothing that impacted our stay

  • Great location, value for money – Lewis from Australia – 9 June 2025 (8/10)

    Great location, I got an upgrade to a suite

    What could be improved: A little dated

  • Great value for money. – Anne from Australia – 8 June 2025 (9/10)

    Location

    What could be improved: No tissues

  • Great location and apartment. – Roberts from Australia – 4 June 2025 (9/10)

    Great location, lounge, kitchen, bathroom, bedroom. The gentleman who checked us in was very helpful.

    What could be improved: I didn't mind paying for parking $25/night ( good value for Canberra ) but you couldn't book it, we had to wait until check in to confirm available parking spot. No issues as there were plenty of spots.

  • Very good – Brendan from Australia – 1 June 2025 (8/10)

    Great location close to everything in the city, rooms are a bit dated, but the bed was comfortable and big rooms

    What could be improved: dated rooms and bathroom

  • Good – Renita from Australia – 1 June 2025 (7/10)

    Location and ease of check in

    What could be improved: Pool was closed

  • Superb – Belinda from Australia – 18 May 2025 (9/10)

    The room was warm, comfortable and very clean. Very close to the Canberra Centre / Civic so very easy to get around. It also had a kitchen, plus laundry facilities in the room.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Questacon: 2.7 km
  • Reid Oval: 1.4 km
  • Anzac Parade: 1.3 km
  • Commonwealth Park: 2 km
  • Parkes Place Lawns: 2.6 km
  • Regatta Point Canberra: 1.3 km
  • Australian War Memorial: 2.2 km
  • The Broinowski Rose Garden: 2.8 km
  • National Museum of Australia: 2.7 km
  • Australian– American Memorial: 2.7 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Capital Grind: 50 m
  • Restaurant Tea Break Cafe: 50 m
  • Restaurant Banana Leaf Restaurant & Cafe: 50 m

Top attractions:

  • Telstra Tower: 4.4 km
  • Old Parliament House: 2.8 km
  • Royal Australian Mint: 6 km
  • National Zoo and Aquarium: 5 km
  • National Gallery of Australia: 3.1 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Lake Ginninderra: 10 km

Public transport:

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

Closest airports:

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

Facilities

Shops:

  • Minimarket on site

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Parking:

  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace

Wellness:

  • Fitness
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna

Activities:

  • Tennis equipment
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis court

Common areas:

  • Shared lounge/T V area

Food & Drink:

  • Restaurant

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

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

Outdoor & View:

  • Inner courtyard view
  • City view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • English

Safety & security:

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

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Business facilities:

  • Fax/photocopying

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Indoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Opening times
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool is on rooftop
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House Rules at Nesuto Canberra

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Groups:

  • When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

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

Check-out:

  • Until 10:00

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:

8.5

Comfort:

8.1

Location:

9.3

Free WiFi:

7.1

Facilities:

7.5

Cleanliness:

8.0

Value for money:

7.8