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Little Drifter Canberra

7 Akuna StSee map

AUD 142.30per night

This is the cheapest price in 30 days, based on the rates on 25 Sep

Top reasons for booking
Good location
Central location, close to Canberra Centre, restaurants, and transport. Easy access to city sights. Walkable distance to amenities. Convenient for exploring the city.
Friendly staff
According to user reviews, most guests think the hotel service is great
Dining
According to user reviews, most guests think the food is delicious
Popular facilities
Rooftop terrace
Free WiFi
Luggage storage
4.1/5Great 130 reviews
Reviews summary
Excellent central location, close to attractions, dining, and transport. Friendly, efficient staff. Clean, cozy rooms. Modern vibe and decor. Great value for money.
Exploring the area
Canberra Railway Station, 4.5km, About 9 mins from hotel by car
Mount Buffalo VI AU Porepunkah Airport, 3.0km, About 6 mins from hotel by car
Civic Square, 200m, About 3 mins from hotel by foot
5
Bed in 4 Bed Dorm
1 single bed
5
Private Family Ensuite Room
Multiple beds
23
Private 4 Bed Dorm
Multiple beds
4
Private 8 Bed Dorm
Multiple beds
8
Private 10 Bed Dorm
Multiple beds
7
Private 4 Bed Female Room
Multiple beds
4
Private 8 Bed Female Dorm
Multiple beds
4
Private 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm
Multiple beds
5
Private Twin Ensuite Room
2 beds
3
Private Queen Room
1 double bed or bigger
5
Private King Ensuite Room
1 double bed or bigger

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Reviews

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4.1/5.0

Great

130 reviews
Location
0.0
Services offered
4.3
Cleanliness
3.8
Atmosphere & facilities
3.9
Reviews summary
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Overall impression
Excellent central location, close to attractions, dining, and transport. Friendly, efficient staff. Clean, cozy rooms. Modern vibe and decor. Great value for money.
Location
Central location, close to Canberra Centre, restaurants, and transport. Easy access to city sights. Walkable distance to amenities. Convenient for exploring the city.
Services offered
Friendly, helpful, and efficient staff. Convenient app for check-in/access. Tech-friendly check-in/out process. Helpful assistance provided. Great value for money.
Cleanliness
Clean, cozy rooms and bathrooms. Well-maintained kitchen. Fresh bedsheets consistently noted. Private dressing stalls. Generally clean environment reported.
Atmosphere & facilities
Comfortable beds. Modern, stylish atmosphere with character. Common room and outdoor decking area. Good self-catering kitchen. Spacious rooms. Ensuite rooms available.
All
4.5+
3.0+
Clean rooms
Good location
Friendly staff
Kitchen facilities
Large space
Dining
Bruce
Reviewed: 20 May 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Solo stay

Very central
Fiona
Reviewed: 1 Apr 2026

4.0/5.0

Great

Solo stay

The communal ladies bathroom on the second floor in Canberra CBD could do with some love. Otherwise, private queen room was lovely and clean and desk staff lovely and friendly and helpful.
Lara
Reviewed: 22 Mar 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

Solo stay

Rooms were incredibly clean, water bottle filling station on each floor so didn't have to go to the kitchen every time
Scott
Reviewed: 18 Feb 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic
Good
David
Reviewed: 15 Feb 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

For business

Excellent kept room. Check in process modern and simple. Amenities spot on
Scott
Reviewed: 4 Feb 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic
Good
Scott
Reviewed: 2 Feb 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic
Good
leesa gai
Reviewed: 22 Jan 2026

1.0/5.0

Below average

Stayed with partner

This was not a hotel but in fact a hostel No private bathroom Walked and booked the Sebal walked straight back out Photos online are not accurate Don't book this I didn't even want to give any stars No refund for the two nights paid either
Greg
Reviewed: 16 Jan 2026

1.0/5.0

Below average

For leisure

Refused me a room despite wotif booking and emailed confirmation, claimed to be full. Hasn't even offered me a refund despite repeated requests appalling. Difficult to find alternative accommodation on a busy Friday night. Dumfounded by their attitude.
Scott
Reviewed: 14 Jan 2026

5.0/5.0

Fantastic
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Overview

Little Drifter Canberra

First open:2022-01-01
Renovation:2025-05-01
Rooms:65
Star rating:

With a stay at Little Drifter Canberra, you'll be centrally located in Canberra, a 1-minute drive from Canberra Centre and 10 minutes from Canberra Hospital. This hostel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Glebe Park and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Canberra Museum and Gallery.

Description

With a stay at Little Drifter Canberra, you'll be centrally located in Canberra, a 1-minute drive from Canberra Centre and 10 minutes from Canberra Hospital. This hostel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Glebe Park and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Canberra Museum and Gallery.

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Exploring the area

Transport

Canberra Railway Station

Train stations
4.5km

Mount Buffalo VI AU Porepunkah Airport

Airports
3.0km

Attractions

Civic Square

200m

Canberra Museum and Gallery

200m

Canberra Centre

400m

City Hill

400m

Glebe Park

400m

Coles

400m

Jolimont Tourist Centre

600m

Commonwealth Park

900m
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Facilities & services

Popular facilities
Rooftop terrace
Free WiFi
Luggage storage
General
Designated smoking area
Communal microwave
Communal refrigerator
Housekeeping
Lockers
Vending machine
Cleaning services
Laundry service
Reception services
Front desk (limited service hours)
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Property policies

Check-in/out Time

Earliest check-in time:After 14:00 - Before 00:00

Latest check-out time:Before 10:00

Check-in policy

The guest responsible for check-in must be aged 18 or above

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Guests are required to download the property's Goki mobile app before check-in. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Check-in descriptions

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

Note: Check-in policies vary by property. Please check carefully before booking

Child Policy

Children at all ages are welcome to stay at this property

Age
Fees
1-16 years old
Not included
additional charge

Children aged above 2 will be charged as adults at this property

Other fees

Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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