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Red Cedars Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Canberra with free parking

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Breakfast area
Garden
Front of property
BBQ/picnic area
Standard Room, Balcony (Twin Room)
Located in the heart of Watson, Red Cedars Motel offers free in-room WiFi. The property features practical laundry facilities and barbecue grills. Guests can read a newspaper while relaxing, and the staff is consistently praised for their helpfulness.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Sep. 9 - Sep. 10
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Tomorrow

Sep. 10 - Sep. 11
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Standard Room, Balcony (Twin Room)

Standard Room, Balcony (Twin Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, Balcony (Queen Room)

Standard Room, Balcony (Queen Room)

Standard Room, Balcony (Queen Room)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Kitchenette (Standard kit. family)

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Kitchenette (Standard kit. family)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Family Room (Standard family)

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room (Standard family)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room, Kitchenette (Standard Kit. Family)

  • Sleeps 4

Family Room With One Queen Bed And Bunk Beds

  • Sleeps 4
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About the area

Located in Watson, a neighborhood in Canberra, Red Cedars Motel is near the airport and near a metro station. Mount Majura Vineyard and Capital Wines are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Glebe Park and CSIRO Discovery Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Canberra Stadium or Manuka Oval. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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Map
Stirling Ave, Watson, ACT, 2602

What's nearby

  • EPIC - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Canberra Stadium - 7 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Australian National University - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Canberra Centre - 7 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Australian War Memorial - 8 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Kingston Canberra Station - 18 min drive
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gang Gang Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Knox - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy's Place - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Red Cedars Motel

Motel near Australian National University
Red Cedars Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, a reception hall, and a vending machine
  • Smoke-free premises, barbecue grills, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Red Cedars Motel offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Refrigerators and electric kettles

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Red Cedars Motel Watson
Red Cedars Motel
Red Cedars Watson
Red Cedars Motel Motel
Red Cedars Motel Watson
Red Cedars Motel Motel Watson

Frequently asked questions

Is Red Cedars Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Red Cedars Motel?

As of Sept 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Red Cedars Motel on Sept 10, 2025 start from CA $106.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Red Cedars Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Red Cedars Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Red Cedars Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Red Cedars Motel located?

Located in Watson, this motel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from EPIC and within 3 mi (5 km) of Netball ACT and National Hockey Centre. Mount Majura and Sakyamuni Buddhist Centre are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Red Cedars Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 597 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 281 out of 597 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 597 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 597 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 597 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
two day stay. a simple room. quiet enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khairi

Every thing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Amy

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location was convenient. The free wifi and air conditioning were good. We had raw chicken from the previous guest left in the fridge in our room, and there was both live and dead cockroaches in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is great value for money, very quiet and conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Great people and a really nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Giuseppe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good option for a short stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Great location, value for money , thanks to all the staff for accommodating our guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Amenities
Great place to stay , that’s why we always choose Red Cedar first .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Still producing the goods after all these years

This motel has been here for many years (I've stayed there over a decade ago). Good, basic, functioning motel. The staff are good & there's the usual range of stuff in the room. The only downside was a smell in the bathroom (which may have been coming from outside) that was there when i first arrived, but dissipated over the next few hours.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean comfortable beds enjoyed our night stay.

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent shower. Walls were a bit thin. Overall a very good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Maryann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, clean and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient position.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tjabring

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place for the price you pay. Easy to check in, nice comfy bed and friendly reception staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is the best motel we have stayed at in a long time and we keep going back to it when in Canberra.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Simple Motor inn, accommodated our late check in and early check out, handy location to stop on a road trip
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in. Good value
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abhishek

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean place with all facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristian

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended 👌
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good property for a quick stay- good parking and really quite. Good outdoor areas for cigarette
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Irene

Plenty of room for couples
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Amenities
Location, staff , convenience, value for money, and just that little understanding of changing situations, thank you all so much for accomodating our travel situation. Highly recommended 👌
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was quiet, warm and affordable. Clean, good kitchenette.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023