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Jamala Wildlife Lodge

4.0 star property
Adults-only hotel with coffee shop/cafe and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool loungers
Lemur Room | View from room
Front of property
Giraffe Tree House
Giraffe Tree House | Front of property

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • All-inclusive
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$2,079
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb

Explore the area

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999 Lady Denman Drive, Canberra, ACT, 2611
  • Place, National Zoo and Aquarium
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Burley Griffin
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, National Arboretum Canberra
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Meerkat Room

Meerkat Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Park view

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Reef Room

Reef Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Pillow-top bed
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Wild Encounter Room (Meet a Cheetah experience for 2)

Wild Encounter Room (Meet a Cheetah experience for 2)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • River view

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Lemur Room

Lemur Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Park view

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Giraffe Tree House

Giraffe Tree House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Park view

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Meerkat Suite

Meerkat Suite

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Sofa Beds and 2 King Beds
  • Park view

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Grand Shark Suite (Shark and Hyena Feeding experience)

Grand Shark Suite (Shark and Hyena Feeding experience)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Canberra

An all-inclusive stay in Canberra awaits you at Jamala Wildlife Lodge. Within steps you'll find National Zoo and Aquarium and Lake Burley Griffin within a short 5-minute stroll. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 9 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In the area of this 4-property class Canberra hotel, you'll find Parliament House.

What's nearby

  • National Zoo and Aquarium - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake Burley Griffin - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Molonglo River Reserve - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • National Arboretum Canberra - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Weston Park - 9 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Kingston Canberra Station - 15 min drive
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe 29 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Red Brick Espresso - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Two Blind Mice - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Space Kitchen - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪EQ Bakehouse & Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Jamala Wildlife Lodge

Adults-only hotel with coffee shop/cafe and outdoor pool
Jamala Wildlife Lodge is an all-inclusive hotel. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business centre on site. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Jamala Wildlife Lodge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Canberra hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2015
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Jamala Wildlife Lodge offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones; local, long-distance and international calls are all complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2015
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Mosquito nets

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 6:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 4 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 4 and older are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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
Cashless transactions are available
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 November and close on 30 April.
  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 4 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at Jamala Wildlife Lodge.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Jamala Wildlife Lodge Weston Creek
Jamala Wildlife Weston Creek
Jamala Wildlife Lodge Molonglo Valley
Jamala Wildlife Molonglo Valley
Jamala Wildlife Molonglo Vall
Jamala Wildlife Lodge Hotel
Jamala Wildlife Lodge Canberra
Jamala Wildlife Lodge Hotel Canberra

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Jamala Wildlife Lodge?

Yep, Jamala Wildlife Lodge has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Jamala Wildlife Lodge?

As of 27 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Jamala Wildlife Lodge on 16 Feb 2026 start from NZ$2,078.90, including 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.

Does Jamala Wildlife Lodge have a pool?

Jamala Wildlife Lodge has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from November 01 to April 30).

What makes Jamala Wildlife Lodge a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Jamala Wildlife Lodge.

Is Jamala Wildlife Lodge family-friendly?

No, Jamala Wildlife Lodge is an adults-only property.

Does Jamala Wildlife Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, free full breakfast is on offer daily from 7 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Jamala Wildlife Lodge?

No, Jamala Wildlife Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Jamala Wildlife Lodge?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Jamala Wildlife Lodge's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Jamala Wildlife Lodge?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Jamala Wildlife Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Jamala Wildlife Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 178 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 187 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
OMG this place is so amazing. Five star all the way. We stayed in Lemur room 2 and they hung out mostly on our side. Food was out of this world. Staff are so accommodating and friendly. The zoo is amazing and the tour in the morning was so good. The young man was so great and I cannot explain how beautiful this was. I would love to go back again. xxxx
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing time lots of great food and spent lots of time with animals
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mervyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

CARMEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely fantastic!

This is a 'must do'! From arrival to departure it could not be faulted. The zoo is super - lots of activities for kids without having to be looking at animals all the time, plenty of places to sit and enjoy your own snacks without having to purchase everything. And the accommodation is next level...rooms are large and beautifully presented, meals were superb and service was exceptional. Absolutely 5 stars!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yi Chao

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was told I there were 2 double beds in our room when I phone before I booked. On arrival there was a a king bed & a roll away bed which they set up while we were having dinner. Other that that everything else was sensational.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jingxian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very special stay inside of zoo. Service is superb. Unforgettable!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

malcolm

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The interaction with the cheeta.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful tour of zoo, excellent food and accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzana

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
JAMALA what a place, everyone and everything was excellent,the food was delicious and plenty of it,all the staff were amazing couldn't do enough to help you.We will definitely go back and everyone,do your self a favour and do this, it's an experience of a lifetime.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

judith

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such pleasure and felt so welcomed at this unique Zoo. I appreciate every moment and hope they are all proud to be part of an amazing team as their service and enthusiasm really shone through
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Marjorie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved the Jungle Bungalow, the Chetahs came up to the area outside the windows. My Grandson Logan whos 12 Birthday we were there for was totally thrilled. Logan says thank you for his 🎁
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A truly one-of-a-kind experience. We were celebrating a milestone birthday, and it really felt like the whole team went out of their way to make our stay memorable, even though I’ve learned this is just Jamala’s standard for service! We loved every aspect of our stay, from our brilliant guided tour with Cooper, our exceptional accommodation in the giraffe tree house and very special encounter with Sky and Khamisi, the incredible afternoon tea, dinner and breakfast we enjoyed and our chance to experience the Zoo before everyone arrived in the morning. This was a bucket list experience, but I’m pretty sure we’ll be back! Best of all, Jamala and the Zoo’s commitment to conservation means staying here makes a real difference for the world’s most endangered animals.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ev

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was an amazing experience especially if you love animals, I love how the money also go towards the animals as well ❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fareen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can not fault anything about Jamala, the zoo itself is exceptional with the cleanliness, the atmosphere and most importantly the animals are cared for with love & respect. This was the 2nd time we stayed overnight and the whole experience was again exceptional with the staff, the food and the rooms all outstanding!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay and visit!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024