Mercure CanberravsCanberra Rex Hotel
Both properties are praised by professional travelers. Overall, Mercure Canberra ranks slightly higher than Canberra Rex Hotel. Mercure Canberra comes in at #12 in Canberra with approval from 3 publications such as DK Eyewitness, Lonely Planet and Rough Guide.
Mercure Canberra
 DK Eyewitness
 Rough Guide
 Lonely Planet
Ainslie & Limestone Avenue, Canberra 2618  
From $86/night
- Pet Friendly
 - Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 
 "Close to the War Memorial, the National Gallery of Australia and the city centre... Offers peaceful formal gardens, a cocktail bar, wheelchair access and a mixture of room styles and prices." 
 "Close to the War Memorial... the hotel has been modernized without compromising the heritage feel of the original building." 
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Offers a number of good-value package deals: check online for details.
 "The main wing of this busy business hotel occupies a 1927 National Trust–listed building very close to the War Memorial." Full review
Canberra Rex Hotel
 DK Eyewitness
150 Northbourne Ave, Canberra 2601
From $90/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Laundy Room
 
 "This friendly up-market hotel, near the university and only 1 km (0.6 miles) north of the city centre, is a good option for disabled and corporate travellers."