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If you’re not able to find a motel in Canberra, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let Expedia help you find something similar from more than 791 lodging options. Simply filter using our search tools by price per night or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.

When you stay at a motel, you’re likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you’ll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.

Forrest Hotel and Apartments: Stay within a short 6-minute drive of Australian National University. Enjoy access to the conference center, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Ibis Styles Canberra Tall Trees: Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay. It’s located within a quick 5-minute drive of Australian National University. Crestview Tourist Park: Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and parking. If driving, you’ll be within 16 minutes of Australian National University. Canberra Lyneham Motor Inn: It’s located within a quick 5-minute drive of Australian National University. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Golden Age Motor Inn Queanbeyan: If driving, you’ll be within 15 minutes of Australian National University. Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

You can select from 21 inexpensive motels in Canberra.

In this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the acclaimed art scene and scenic lakeside while you’re sightseeing. Those who’ve visited Canberra speak highly of its shops, museums, and restaurants. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Glebe Park, Commonwealth Park, and Australian National Botanic Gardens. You’ll find these family-friendly attractions: Questacon, National Zoo and Aquarium, and Big Splash Waterpark. Some historical places you might want to see include Blundells’ Cottage, Lanyon Homestead, and Albert Hall.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we’ve gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Canberra to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 66°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 45°F. Average annual precipitation for Canberra is 27 inches.

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Canberra to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.), which is located 4 mi (6.4 km) away. If you’d like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.