Unilodge at UC Short Stays in Bruce offers a charming retreat with practical amenities. Travelers can enjoy the coffee shop and garden, connect to wired internet, visit the on-site restaurant, or spend time relaxing by the barbecue grills.
Located in Bruce, a neighbourhood in Canberra, Unilodge at UC Short Stays is in the suburbs. National Dinosaur Museum and Glebe Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Big Splash Waterpark 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. Visit our Canberra travel guide
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free aparthotel has a conference centre and a coffee shop/cafe. Other amenities include self parking, a business centre and laundry facilities. Each apartment features a dryer and a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a dining area and a sitting area, and other amenities include wired Internet and a balcony. The Bathroom is shared and weekly housekeeping is available.
Unilodge at UC Short Stays offers 27 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and shared/communal kitchens. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Kitchens offer full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas.
Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. In-room wired Internet access is available for a surcharge. Housekeeping is offered on a weekly basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.
Available in the apartment: Wired internet (AUD 5.95 per day)
Parking and transport
Parking on site (AUD 5 per day)
Limited on-site self parking
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hob
Microwave
Shared kitchen access
Dining
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Bathroom
Shared bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Entertainment
TV in common areas
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area
Laundry
Dryer
Laundry facilities
Work spaces
Business centre
Conference centre
Desk
Meeting rooms
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
No lift
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board on request
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Weekly housekeeping
Location highlights
In the suburbs
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Security system
Fire extinguisher
General
27 units
3 floors
4 buildings
Built in 2009
Garden
Property does not allow children
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 0.64 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (9 AM - 5:00 PM)
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
Children and extra beds
Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 17 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: AUD 100 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for in-room wired Internet: AUD 5.95 per day (rates may vary)
Self-parking fee: AUD 5.00 per day
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 0.64 per cent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit/debit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Property is also known as
University Canberra Village
University Canberra Village Bruce
University Canberra Village Hostel
University Canberra Village Hostel Bruce
University Canberra Village Aparthotel Bruce
University Canberra Village Aparthotel
Unilodge @ UC Short Stays
Unilodge at UC Short Stays Bruce
Unilodge at UC Short Stays Aparthotel
Unilodge at UC Short Stays Aparthotel Bruce
Frequently asked questions
Is Unilodge at UC Short Stays pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Unilodge at UC Short Stays?
Self-parking is available for AUD 5.00 per day.
What time is check-in at Unilodge at UC Short Stays?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Unilodge at UC Short Stays?
Checkout is at 10 AM.
Where is Unilodge at UC Short Stays located?
Located in Bruce, this aparthotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of University of Canberra and Big Splash Waterpark. Bimbi Beach and Australian Institute of Sport are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Reviews
Unilodge at UC Short Stays Reviews
6.8
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7.2
Cleanliness
7.0
Location
7.2
Staff & service
6.6
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 308 reviews
10 - Excellent
50
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 308 reviews
8 - Good
113
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 308 reviews
6 - Okay
77
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 308 reviews
4 - Poor
43
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 308 reviews
2 - Terrible
25
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Carolyn
30 Sept 2022
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Great emergency stay
Thanks
Carolyn
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
8/10 Good
Eliza
13 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Convenient quiet location suitable for my needs. Friendly staff and easy check in.
Eliza
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer
7 Jul 2022
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was very good and quiet and great area for our grand children
Jennifer
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Ranjodh
26 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
A very good place to stay, I booked it as no other accommodation was available, but surprised, it is very clean and quiet, will stay again if visit Canberra
Ranjodh
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Matthew
1 Oct 2022
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Located near the aquatic centre and westfield
Matthew
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
8/10 Good
Lupelima
19 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Close to everything. Shops and takeaways plus cafes were short walk away from the plaxe.
Lupelima
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
8/10 Good
Binuka
11 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
I had a hard time getting a phone signal for internet access.. Other than that it was a nice place
We checked out Ok leaving room key and magnetc fob in the return box 9:30 am. We shared coffee toast and milk with our young perth truck cyclists. No one on duty at reception.
Raymond
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
6/10 Okay
Ashleigh
13 Dec 2022
Liked: Communication
The showers need a really good clean. Obvious maintenance problems not looked at. In general cheap nice just needs some up keep.
Ashleigh
8/10 Good
Mary
26 Oct 2022
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything good except strong stench smell as we entered the apartment with all windows closed. We found the smell came from the drain in the shower. Probably the property was vacant for a while.
Great walk to the Westfield in Belconnen and otherwise an easy access to scooters to get where you want to go, good ol' uni students in a share dorm so if you're an old codger that likes quiet then you won't want to be here, because uni students lol
Was a bit annoyed with the boom gates to get in/out of the parking lot as it never worked and needed to ring the office to be let in/out, but otherwise not shabby, Hella comfy bed
Erica
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
Simon
1 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Pretty central to where I needed to be, pleasant staff at check in, easy to get around, clean and tidy and the beds were comfortable
The reception staff were not helpful at all in giving directions to unit at all. Spent about 30 minutes trying to find it and asked a few other people around whole also could not read the map given to us by reception. All the reception girl would say was "It's sooo easyyyy" with no help. Wont be going back there again
Chahid
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
2/10 Terrible
Verified traveller
6 Jun 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I was given the wrong accommodation there where only students working that did not know what they were doing. Only stayed one night had booked for two. Lost my money on second night. Never again.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
9 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good beds, clean, spacious cupboard, cooking facilities, good value.
The two bathrooms could be a bottle-neck if all 5 bedrooms rooms were occupied.
The paid parking spaces are TINY (in carpark1). You risk damaging adjacent cars when opening doors.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
4 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It filled my needs. It’s a nice place to stay. What else can I say
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
John
26 Jan 2021
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, great staff, dominos 35 steps away
John
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
2/10 Terrible
Yatharth
20 Dec 2020
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Not a clean place. The bedsheets and the room was messy and untidy.
Yatharth
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
5 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
LIKE LOCATION AND CONDITION
DIDN'T LIKE DID NOT HAVE AIR CONDITION
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
6/10 Okay
Timothy
17 Feb 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is convenient and walking distance to my faculty.
However, there isn't any wifi and it is hard to adjust the cold and hot water.
Timothy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
30 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall this is good value for money place located close to the AIS. The property was clean but worn. Reception was friendly and efficient, quick to respond to our request for the right amount of towels. Short walk to food, convenience store and a uni bar. About a 20 minute drive from city centre. We would stay here again.
No tea towel or plug for kitchen sink even after a request
No hand towel in bathroom
Bathroom unpleasant smell due to build up gunk in drains as found out after blockage and cleaned ourselves Also overhead fan in bathroom build up with dust
Heating great security good quiet location
Ene
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
8/10 Good
Olivia, Sydney
16 Sept 2019
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Value for money - Would be better if the price per night was under $100 though!
Olivia
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
8/10 Good
Adrian, Sydney
29 Jul 2019
Late reception and staff were excellent, courteous and helpful.
Accomodation kitchens not the cleanest and looking worn. Carpet stains!