Your stay — Green Cabin
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Hotel Facilities — Green Cabin
Free unlimited WiFi throughout the hotel, with speeds up to 100 Mbps; login required using room key card
Serves all floors; historic section on level 2 has stairs-only access
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) available on all devices; physical newspapers available at the lobby
24/7 check-in; early bag-drop available from 10:00 AM; late check-out until 13:00 PM (AUD 30) on weekdays, 15:00 PM on weekends
Secure baggage storage available for AUD 5 per item per day; luggage lockers in the basement level
Step-free access; wheelchair ramp at the main entrance; accessible rooms available on levels 1-3
On-site parking available for AUD 25 per night; public car park at the nearby Canberra Centre for AUD 20 per day; EV charging stations available on site (AUD 5 per charge)
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: AUD 50 advance deposit + incidental card hold at check-in (AUD 100)
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Australian Dollar, AUD
You can exchange money at major banks, currency exchange offices in city centres, or use ATMs. Be cautious of poor rates at airports and tourist bureaux.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted, with contactless payments and mobile payments like Apple Pay and Google Pay also common, especially in major shopping areas.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A flat white coffee from a local café costs around $4-$5.
A pie or sausage roll from a bakery or food truck costs around $5-$7.
A main course at a budget restaurant or pub typically costs around $15-$25.
Food courts and markets like the Canberra Markets offer affordable eats, especially for lunch and snacks.
Major supermarket chains like Woolworths and Coles have stores in the area.
High-street fashion brands and second-hand stores can be found in the Kingston Foreshore and Canberra Centre shopping areas.
A single bus fare costs around $4.90, and a day pass is available for $8.90. The cheapest way from the airport is the ACTION bus service (around $5-$10 depending on the route).
Good to know — Canberra
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Emergency Contacts
CanberraFor all emergencies in Canberra, dial 000. For non-urgent police assistance, call 131 444. For health advice, contact Healthdirect on 1800 022 222. For the national Poison Information Centre, call 13 11 26.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Canberra, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Green Cabin
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Civic Bus Stop (Alinga Street) → Various Canberra suburbs (e.g., Belconnen, Woden)
💡 Use the Transport Canberra app for real-time arrivals. The Mid City Motor Inn is a 3-min walk to the bus station. For Lake Burley Griffin, take bus 2 or 3.
Alinga Street Station (City) → Gungahlin
💡 The tram doesn't go to the airport yet, but it's great for reaching Gungahlin and EPIC markets. The Mid City Motor Inn is a 2-min walk from the Alinga Street stop.
Canberra Airport → Mid City Motor Inn (Canberra City)
💡 Book via the Canberra Taxi or GoCatch app for fixed fares; avoid surge pricing.
Canberra Airport → Tourist Hotel
💡 Uber is often cheaper than a taxi, but surge pricing peaks around 5–6 PM and 8–9 AM. Compare with Didi for another option. Pickup is just outside baggage claim.
Canberra Airport → City Bus Stop (Alinga Street / Civic)
💡 Buy a MyWay card at the airport newsagent for cheaper single trips; tap on and off. The Mid City Motor Inn is a 5-min walk from the city stop.
Canberra Airport → Tourist Hotel (London Circuit, Civic)
💡 Book through the Canberra Taxi app for a fixed fare of $35 to Civic. Avoid surge pricing late at night.
Canberra Airport → Hotel Queanbeyan
💡 Uber pool often skips cross-border trips, so stick to Uber X. Request pickup from the departures level to avoid airport surcharges.
Canberra Airport bus stop → City Bus Stop (London Circuit, near Tourist Hotel)
💡 Buy a MyWay card at the airport newsagent for easier travel around town. Tap on and off, or pay with your credit card (contactless) for the same fare.
Canberra Airport → Tourist Hotel
💡 Take bus 3 from the Airport to the City Interchange, then walk 5 minutes to London Circuit. The light rail runs from Gungahlin to Civic, but isn't direct from the airport—this combo saves time if you miss the R3.
Canberra Airport → Hotel Queanbeyan
💡 Book via the Canberra Taxi app for quicker pickup. The hotel is in Queanbeyan, NSW, so the interstate trip may incur a surcharge.
Canberra Airport → Queanbeyan Station
💡 Buy a MyWay card at the airport newsagent. Route 834 drops you at Queanbeyan Station, a 10-minute walk uphill to the hotel.
Canberra City (Jolimont Centre) → Queanbeyan Station
💡 You'll need a separate bus from the airport to Jolimont Centre first (Route 3 or 4). The coach runs parallel to the train line but is cheaper and just as fast.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Green Cabin?
Check-in at Green Cabin is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Green Cabin have Wi-Fi?
Free unlimited WiFi throughout the hotel, with speeds up to 100 Mbps; login required using room key card
Is there a city or tourist tax at Green Cabin?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Green Cabin?
A pie or sausage roll from a bakery or food truck costs around $5-$7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Green Cabin?
A single bus fare costs around $4.90, and a day pass is available for $8.90. The cheapest way from the airport is the ACTION bus service (around $5-$10 depending on the route).
Top Attractions in Canberra
💡 Hire a bike from the dock near the library for about $15 per hour — flatter route than walking and you'll cover more sights.
💡 Check the free short film screenings in the theatre on weekdays; the café has outdoor seating overlooking the lake.
💡 Rent a bike from the docks near the National Library for about $15 per hour. The eastern section has fewer crowds.
💡 The section between Kings Avenue Bridge and the National Library is quietest on weekday mornings—take a thermos and a book.
💡 Rent a bike from the Acton Ferry Terminal for $10/hour — the full loop is 12km with great views of Parliament House.
💡 The Sculpture Garden is free and often quieter than the main building; bring a picnic if the weather is fine.
💡 Rent a bike from the shop near the National Carillon for about $15/hour—the full loop is 25 km but the central section from Commonwealth Bridge to the Jet is an easy 4 km there and back.
💡 Hire a bike from the Canberra Bike Hire kiosk near the Commonwealth Place bridge—$15 for an hour, cheaper than a taxi for the loop. Keep left for the best photo of Parliament House reflected in the water.