“A sensational five-star hotel moments from Parliament House, Realm is a sleek haven of white-on-white decor, with crisp linens, big bathrooms with sink-into tubs & modern artwork. Multiple hip bars & eateries, plus a state-of-the-art spa with sauna, indoor pool & gym make this a luxury favourite. ”

Recommended for

  • Local exploring

    • Located next to the Parliamentary Triangle, it is within walking distance of many of the city's highlights
  • City Style

    • A sleek modern five star hotel with minimalist white-on-white interiors and notable artworks
  • Great walks

    • The National Arboretum Canberra has over 44,000 rare & endangered trees on 250-hectares of grounds — guided tours are excellent
  • Sights nearby

    • Walking distance to icons including Parliament House, the National Gallery of Australia, and the National Library of Australia
  • Local markets

    • The Old Bus Depot Markets are brilliant for picking up fresh produce, artisanal crafts & meeting local creatives
  • Restaurant

    • Feast on gourmet fare at Louis, Med, Chairman & Yip or pared-back Maple & Clove, all part of the Realm Precinct
  • Yoga

    • Join fantastic pilates classes, or rise early for the running club's Tuesday and Thursday outings
  • Museums

    • Catch a fantastic array of ever-changing exhibits at the National Gallery of Australia
  • Spa

    • Enjoy rejuvenating treatments at Hale Spa or Mudd the Spa, part of the Realm Precinct
  • Artworks

    • Modern artwork by Canberra artist Robert Foster is showcased in the impressive atrium
  • Conference facilities

    • The ballroon, high courtyard and boardrooms are brilliant for private events
  • Designer Shopping

    • Pick up pieces by emerging Australian designers at the Canberra Centre
  • Gym

    • State-of-the-art fitness centre at Evo Health Club and Hale Gym
  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Designer

  • Family Suites

  • Barefoot Luxury

  • Good wine list

  • Lively area

  • Opulent

  • Contemporary

  • Self catering to rent

  • Cycling

  • Golf

  • Chic

  • Child friendly

  • Business Hotel

  • 5* Luxury

  • Disabled access

  • Wellbeing

  • Lively

  • Luxury

  • Close to nightlife

  • Views

  • Gourmet

Facilities

  • Rooms

    163 rooms in this hotel
  • Restaurant

    Feast on gourmet fare at Louis, Med, Chairman & Yip or pared-back Maple & Clove, all part of the Realm Precinct
  • Bar

    Sip craft cocktails and Australian wines at the Leyla Bar — which hosts sunset events — and the Ostani Bar
  • Spa

    Enjoy rejuvenating treatments at Hale Spa or Mudd the Spa, part of the Realm Precinct
  • Conference facilities

    The ballroon, high courtyard and boardrooms are brilliant for private events
  • Gym

    State-of-the-art fitness centre at Evo Health Club and Hale Gym
  • Swimming Pool

    25-metre lap pool, plunge pool and sauna
  • Hairdresser/Beauty Salon

    Kundalini Hair is great
  • Good wine list

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Sauna/Steam

  • Meeting Room

  • Cots available

  • Massage

  • Airport transfer

  • No pets

  • Family Suites

  • Bicycle hire

  • Private dining room

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Business Centre

  • Laundry

  • Lift

  • Self catering to rent

  • Child friendly

  • Sitting Room

  • Room service

  • Disabled access

  • Suites

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • In room music system

  • Wifi

  • Views

  • Air conditioning

  • Safe

  • Bath robes

Activities

  • Great walks

    • The National Arboretum Canberra has over 44,000 rare & endangered trees on 250-hectares of grounds — guided tours are excellent
  • Sights nearby

    • Walking distance to icons including Parliament House, the National Gallery of Australia, and the National Library of Australia
  • Local markets

    • The Old Bus Depot Markets are brilliant for picking up fresh produce, artisanal crafts & meeting local creatives
  • Yoga

    • Join fantastic pilates classes, or rise early for the running club's Tuesday and Thursday outings
  • Museums

    • Catch a fantastic array of ever-changing exhibits at the National Gallery of Australia
  • Designer Shopping

    • Pick up pieces by emerging Australian designers at the Canberra Centre
  • Theatre

  • Cycling

  • Golf

  • Close to nightlife

Map & Location

Other reviews

Hotel Realm - Hotel Review

From the vast lobby – with its twin fireplaces and plush sofas – to the soaring atrium with interesting sculptures, this five-star hotel offers style beyond pure functionality. Service is high-standard, and facilities are equally impressive: there's a heated indoor lap pool, hydrotherapy spa pool and sauna...

Originally published by Telegraph Travel

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