What is Chinatown like?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Canberra's Chinatown neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Dickson Shops as part of your Chinatown travel plans.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Chinatown, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Chinatown.

What is there to do around this Canberra neighbourhood?

Dickson Shops is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Chinatown. When you're sightseeing in Canberra, Netball ACT and National Hockey Centre are also worth a stop.

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Our top choices for Chinatown hotels

A lobby with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

1. Pavilion on Northbourne

Dickson, 0.6 mi from Chinatown

Luke

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with leather seating, a central wooden door, and a high ceiling with skylights.

2. Madison Capital Executive Apartments

Braddon, 1.4 mi from Chinatown

Lisa

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a pool, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

3. Mercure Canberra

Braddon, 1.8 mi from Chinatown

Pablo

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a tram-like structure.

4. Quality Hotel Dickson

Dickson, < 0.1 mi from Chinatown

Rashika

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern interior with a fireplace, a potted plant, and a magazine on a table.

5. Mantra MacArthur Canberra

0.8 mi from Chinatown

Laurence

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern indoor pool area with a view of a tall building through glass panels.

6. Midnight Hotel, Autograph Collection

Braddon, 1.6 mi from Chinatown

Amii

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a mezzanine level.

7. Quest Canberra Dickson

Dickson, 0.6 mi from Chinatown

Helen

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A modern interior with a staircase, a sofa, and a table.

8. Meriton Suites Canberra

City East, 2.2 mi from Chinatown

Van

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A courtyard with a central pathway surrounded by potted plants, leading to a building with multiple balconies and windows.

9. Best Western Plus Canberra Central Apartments

Dickson, 0.5 mi from Chinatown

Gerard

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern bedroom with a bed, two windows with blinds, a radiator, and a small wooden chair.

10. Canberra Accommodation Centre

Braddon, 1 mi from Chinatown

Corey

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area in the background.

11. Deco Hotel

Braddon, 0.9 mi from Chinatown

Kate

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern hotel reception area with a marble counter, a digital screen, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

12. Novotel Canberra

1.9 mi from Chinatown

Giuseppe

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious atrium with multiple levels, large windows, and a central seating area with sofas and tables.

13. Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG

City East, 2.2 mi from Chinatown

Hasan

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern lobby with a curved staircase, a seating area with sofas and a round table, and a large illuminated 'OT' sign.

14. QT Canberra

2.4 mi from Chinatown

Kim

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a bar.

15. Mantra on Northbourne Canberra

Braddon, 1.7 mi from Chinatown

Kim

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A lobby with a grand piano, blue seating, marble flooring, and a chandelier.

16. Canberra Rex Hotel

Braddon, 1.2 mi from Chinatown

Brad

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

17. Tall Trees Ainslie Motel

0.6 mi from Chinatown

Sheridan

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern building with a sign reading "ibis budget".

18. ibis budget Canberra

2.5 mi from Chinatown

Melissa

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern multi-story building with large windows and a central courtyard.

19. The Sebel Canberra Campbell

2.7 mi from Chinatown

Joanne

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern pool area with a clear view of the pool, a wooden door, and a white structure with a lattice design.

20. Abode Belconnen

Belconnen, 3.7 mi from Chinatown

Erin

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Chinatown

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Deco Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,072 reviews	View
Meriton Suites Canberra	5.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 569 reviews	View
Mercure Canberra Belconnen	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 590 reviews	View
Midnight Hotel, Autograph Collection	5.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 472 reviews	View
Quest Canberra Dickson	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View

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Canberra City Centre

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A multi-story building with a brick facade, large arched windows, and signage for businesses including a dental surgery and a bike shop.

Braddon

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A modern building with a unique triangular roof and a flagpole.

Queanbeyan

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A city skyline with modern high-rise buildings and a body of water in the foreground.

Belconnen

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