Belconnen, Canberra

Situated in the northern part of Canberra the suburb of Belconnen is a great place to stay if you are looking for a laid back and relaxed feeling. This is because the suburb is situated on the banks of its own Lake Ginninderra and is surrounded by parklands around the lake. Another great thing about staying in Belconnen is that you will be able to get much more affordable hotel or serviced apartment accommodation when compared with those accommodation in the Canberra CBD or close to Parliament House. Having said that the suburb of Belconnen is actually positioned not far away from the Canberra city centre itself and also all of the major tourist attractions that Canberra has to offer. The walking trails around Lake Ginninderra provide an excellent place to go for either a morning or evening stroll and the shopping in Belconnen is second to none. The neighbouring suburbs around Belconnen include Florey, McKellar, Scullin, Hawker, Weetangera, MacQuarie, Bruce and Aranda. With numerous quality restaurants, waterfront bars & cafes, art galleries and a close proximity to the Australian Institute of Sport the suburb of Belconnen is a popular place to stay for those people on a budget.

Popular Hotels in Belconnen

Belconnen Hotel Motel and Serviced Apts

The affordable accommodation provided by the Belconnen Hotel Motel and Serviced Apartments is ideally located just a short distance from major facilities such as the Westfield Belconnen shopping centre, the Australian Institute of Sport and Canberra Stadium. This discount property also has a range of hotel rooms and 2 bedroom self contained serviced apartments which are positioned right next to local shops including a supermarket, restaurants, newsagent, chemist, doctor & much more.
Address : Corner of Belconnen Way and Springvale drive, Belconnen, ACT

Self Contained Apartments in Belconnen

Belconnen Hotel Motel and Serviced Apts

The affordable accommodation provided by the Belconnen Hotel Motel and Serviced Apartments is ideally located just a short distance from major facilities such as the Westfield Belconnen shopping centre, the Australian Institute of Sport and Canberra Stadium. This discount property also has a range of hotel rooms and 2 bedroom self contained serviced apartments which are positioned right next to local shops including a supermarket, restaurants, newsagent, chemist, doctor & much more.
Address : Corner of Belconnen Way and Springvale drive, Belconnen, ACT

Map of Belconnen Accommodation Options

Activities & Tourist Attractions in Belconnen, Canberra

• Just a short distance from Belconnen is the unique tourist attraction of Cockington Green. Simply take the short drive out to Gold Creek Village and here you will discover a beautifully crafted scale model of an English Village that is surrounded by beautiful landscaped gardens complete with a cafe, picnic areas, free BBQ facilities and even a children's playground.
• One of the most popular things to do whilst staying in Canberra is to take a leisurely drive up to the top of Black Mountain. Here you will find the Telstra Tower which has a viewing platform that provides some truly remarkable views across the city and Lake Burley Griffin. The Telstra Tower also has a restaurant where you can get some delicious meals whilst you enjoy the views over Canberra.
• You really must visit the Floriade Festival if you are travelling to Canberra during Spring. Floriade is an extremely popular festival that gets booked up well in advance so make sure that you book early if you are planning on coming to Canberra for it. Floriade features a huge variety of flower arrangements and garden design displays.
• The Australian Institute of Sport is situated just a short distance from Belconnen and if you take one of the behind-the-scenes guided tours (which are led by an elite athlete) of the sporting facilities at the institute then you will be able to find out what it takes to become an elite athlete.
• Whilst staying in Belconnen you can explore the Lake Ginninderra which is located in the heart of the suburb. There is a great waterfront precinct where you can relax for the afternoon, as well as a number of tracks where you can go for a relaxing walk around the lake and through the parklands.

Shopping Centres & Sporting Facilities in Belconnen

• For travellers staying in the suburb of Belconnen the main shopping area is the Westfield Belconnen Shopping Complex, which is located on the corner of Benjamin Way and Emu Bank. Within this large shopping mall you will find a comprehensive selection of designer fashion boutiques, jewellers, book stores, electrical shops, major department stores and food courts.
• Located within the heart of Belconnen is the Canberra International Sports and Aqautic Centre. It is on the corner of College Street and Eastern Valley Way and is the city's largest indoor sporting venue. The Canberra International Sports & Aquatic Centre (CISAC) has 2 large lap swimming pools, a leisure pool for the kids, indoor water slide, spa, steam room and much more.
• The AIS or Australian Institute of Sport is open 7 days a week and its just a short drive from Belconnen. It has an extensive range of facilities at the AIS some of which the general public are able to make the most of. There is even a shop where you can buy AIS apparel, souvenirs and sporting accessories, as well as a cafe where you can get delicious food and a great coffee.
• The Belconnen Markets are another great place to go if you love sjopping and are looking for a bargain. The Belconnen Fresh Food Markets offer a wide selection of speciality stores providing cheap fruit and vegetables, meats, poultry, seafood and other food items. There is also a range of cafes, bakeries or eateries where you can catch up with friends, grab a coffee or have a delicious lunch.