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Part of the story of the climb -
The ascent was almost unnoticeable for the first kilometre or so as you passed by dried reeds that stood out in the backlight. The climb proper began as you reached the forest. Now it was a true hikers’ trail. Switchback after switchback until you reach a saddle between two mountains. Here there was a round table with bench seats and a sign proclaiming that this was Ngunnawal country. The mount had indeed been significant for them, a place to guide their paths.
There was another sign about orchids. “This section of the track is particularly rich in orchids, especially in spring” and “Tidbinbilla has more orchid species than all of Britain” got me somewhat excited. Now, other than the snakes I’d been keeping an eye out for, I could look for orchids. Way I figured it was that seeing an orchid would give me a special feeling of goodness while sighting a snake is clearly not a pleasant experience and death can result. Bit of no-brainer really. For the next ¾ of an hour though, I saw neither, though you must remember I was really only looking for orchids.
From the saddle the climb became steep in places and they ever had steps here and there. Glimpses of distant views could be garnered through gaps in the branches, hastening my footsteps somewhat. Somehow you most often seemed to be heading away from your destination but then, a few twists and turns later and you could see the summit above.
Scraggy gums left mottled shadows as you moved into the granite proper, large lumps of rocks that you had to divert around, like protective walls around a castle, and you had to find a way through. The rocks became larger and then, just ahead, a properly constructed lookout of hatched steel flooring.
Somehow, while the view was impressive, you just knew it was going to be better further on. The trail swung away and into the large outcrop until, suddenly, you were beside a broad made road, the fire trail that came via a different, and shorter route. Right beside it was a sign, “Welcome to Gibraltar Peak”. Yet you weren’t actually up the top just yet. That was about another 300 metres further on and, when I zig-zagged through the giant boulders, excitement came to the fore yet again.
There was a giant crack in one monolith that you could squeeze through and that led you to what could be fairly labelled the rear view. Impressive though it was, you couldn’t help but feel the main event was on the other side, and so it transpired. Finally clearing all obstacles I clambered on top of one giant slab of rock. “Wow” was the word that immediately came to mind and it didn’t disappear for some time. - continued on next page

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Deco Hotel

Deco Hotel

4.0 star property

Braddon

9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1033)

9.4/10

Exceptional

(1033)

"Overall I enjoyed the stay!"

The price is SAR 370

SAR 370

SAR 407 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

Serves lunch and dinner

Indoor pool

Lobby

Executive King Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Rydges Canberra

Rydges Canberra

4.0 star property

Forrest

7.8 out of 10, Good, (799)

7.8/10

Good

(799)

"Comfortable beds. Nice stay"

The price is SAR 332

SAR 332

SAR 366 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

Rydges Canberra

Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

View from room

View from room

Exterior

Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG

Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG

4.0 star property

Canberra City Centre

8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1011)

8.4/10

Very Good

(1011)

"Quiet location. Close to shops and restaurants. Comfortable beds. "

The price is SAR 372

SAR 372

SAR 409 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG

Food and drink

Lobby

Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Front of property

ibis Styles Canberra

ibis Styles Canberra

3.0 star property

Narrabundah

6.8 out of 10, (1017)

6.8/10

(1017)

"Was very happy will stay again "

The price is SAR 219

SAR 219

SAR 240 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

ibis Styles Canberra

Lobby

Garden views, open daily

Indoor pool, sun loungers

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt

Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt

5.0 star property

Yarralumla

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1011)

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1011)

"Great location to all attractions. Lovely hotel for a relaxing stay. Dining options not great but food was good. "

The price is SAR 511

SAR 511

SAR 562 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt

Superior Queen Room | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, espresso maker

Exterior

Pet-friendly

Exterior

The Sebel Canberra Civic

The Sebel Canberra Civic

4.5 star property

Canberra City Centre

8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (900)

8.6/10

Excellent

(900)

"Pleasant check in, very presentable and clean room, breakfast and dining excellent. "

The price is SAR 339

SAR 339

SAR 373 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

The Sebel Canberra Civic

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine

Bar (on property)

Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Lobby

QT Canberra

QT Canberra

4.0 star property

Canberra City Centre

8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1018)

8.0/10

Very Good

(1018)

"It was Nice to stay 🤗"

The price is SAR 332

SAR 332

SAR 366 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

Bar (on property)

Lobby

XThe Lower House Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine

Hotel Realm

Hotel Realm

5.0 star property

Barton

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1014)

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1014)

"Lovely stay"

The price is SAR 452

SAR 452

SAR 497 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

Lobby

Terrace/patio

Front of property - evening/night

Lobby

Novotel Canberra

Novotel Canberra

4.5 star property

Canberra City Centre

7.2 out of 10, Good, (1006)

7.2/10

Good

(1006)

"Good 2 nights close to everything food yummy"

The price is SAR 399

SAR 399

SAR 439 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

Novotel Canberra

Interior

Lobby

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Outdoor pool

Pavilion on Northbourne

Pavilion on Northbourne

4.5 star property

Dickson

8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1190)

8.6/10

Excellent

(1190)

"I have returned many times , alone or with family, very convenient to Canberra city and excellent value for money "

The price is SAR 273

SAR 273

SAR 300 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

Pavilion on Northbourne

Terrace/patio

Lounge

Business center

Front of property

Avenue Hotel Canberra

Avenue Hotel Canberra

5.0 star property

Braddon

9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1020)

9.4/10

Exceptional

(1020)

"Great location, comfortable well appointed room."

The price is SAR 381

SAR 381

SAR 420 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

Avenue Hotel Canberra

Exterior

Espresso maker, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, cleaning supplies

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Luxury Two Bedroom Apartment | Balcony

Burbury Hotel & Apartments

Burbury Hotel & Apartments

4.0 star property

Barton

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1007)

"Great place to stay"

The price is SAR 360

SAR 360

SAR 396 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

Burbury Hotel & Apartments

Property amenity

Front of property

Belmore One Bedroom Suite | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Restaurant

Brassey Hotel

Brassey Hotel

4.0 star property

Barton

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1010)

8.8/10

Excellent

(1010)

"Great service, fantastic location a short walk to the lake and Kingston. "

The price is SAR 341

SAR 341

SAR 375 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

Crown Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Cocktail bar

Lobby

Indoor pool

Canberra Rex Hotel & Serviced Apartments

Canberra Rex Hotel & Serviced Apartments

4.5 star property

Braddon

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1011)

8.8/10

Excellent

(1011)

"Comfy beds, great bar for sunset drinks, good breakfast and close to the light rail. "

The price is SAR 358

SAR 358

SAR 394 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

Canberra Rex Hotel & Serviced Apartments

Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Flat-screen TV

Executive Queen Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony | Terrace/patio

Exterior

Tall Trees Ainslie Motel

Tall Trees Ainslie Motel

3.5 star property

Ainslie

7.8 out of 10, Good, (1011)

7.8/10

Good

(1011)

"All Good very pleasant stay."

The price is SAR 238

SAR 238

SAR 264 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

Tall Trees Ainslie Motel

Reception

Daily to-go breakfast (AUD 23 per person)

Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Meeting facility

Abode Woden

Abode Woden

4.0 star property

Phillip

8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1964)

8.8/10

Excellent

(1964)

"I really liked staying here. Clean and quiet . Beds were very comfortable ! "

The price is SAR 319

SAR 319

SAR 350 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

Terrace/patio

Family Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Children's play area - outdoor

Restaurant

Hotel Queanbeyan Canberra

Hotel Queanbeyan Canberra

3.5 star property

Queanbeyan

8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (185)

8.2/10

Very Good

(185)

"Would definitely recommend this property for a stay in Queanbeyan! The room is excellent - they’ve thought of everything! Amazing value for money!"

The price is SAR 196

SAR 196

SAR 216 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

Hotel Queanbeyan Canberra

View from room

Lobby sitting area

Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

View from room

Mantra MacArthur Canberra

Mantra MacArthur Canberra

4.0 star property

Turner

8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (980)

8.4/10

Very Good

(980)

"Lovely hotel, close to tram and all major sites. Rooms were very clean, comfortable bed and quiet."

The price is SAR 310

SAR 310

SAR 341 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

Mantra MacArthur Canberra

Property grounds

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 3 Twin Beds | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reception

ibis budget Canberra

ibis budget Canberra

3.0 star property

Watson

7.2 out of 10, Good, (1007)

7.2/10

Good

(1007)

"Staff so nice gentle"

The price is SAR 197

SAR 197

SAR 217 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

ibis budget Canberra

City view from property

Property amenity

Restaurant

Business center

Little National Hotel Canberra

Little National Hotel Canberra

4.0 star property

Barton

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1002)

"Unbelievable value for a very clean and compact room - hotel also has a fabulous common area. "

The price is SAR 361

SAR 361

SAR 397 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

Little National Hotel Canberra

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Rydges Canberra

Rydges Canberra

10/10 Excellent

"Very central and convenient"

Espen 2-night trip

Posted 5 days ago

Rydges Canberra

QT Canberra

QT Canberra

10/10 Excellent

"Car parking arrangement sucks!! They make you pay, but then no parking spot. "

Mumin 1-night trip

Posted 5 days ago

Pavilion on Northbourne

Pavilion on Northbourne

10/10 Excellent

"Good value for money. Clean room with good amenities "

Craig 1-night trip

Posted 5 days ago

Pavilion on Northbourne

Avenue Hotel Canberra

Avenue Hotel Canberra

10/10 Excellent

". It was close to shopping area.. . Eating restaurant was good, but did not find too many others to go to just near. Maybe a list to have some. . Found it good to get meal delivered to room. . Lovely quite room. . Only thing hard...I had to get taxi to areas. No buses close."

Sandra 7-night trip

Posted 5 days ago

Avenue Hotel Canberra

Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG

Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Quiet location. Close to shops and restaurants. Comfortable beds. "

Ian 2-night trip

Posted 5 days ago

Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG

Novotel Canberra

Novotel Canberra

10/10 Excellent

"Easy self check in, great location "

Rochelle 1-night trip

Posted 5 days ago

Novotel Canberra

ibis Styles Canberra

ibis Styles Canberra

10/10 Excellent

"We have stayed here about 20 times it’s always a great place to stay "

Jayde 1-night trip

Posted 6 days ago

ibis Styles Canberra

Abode Woden

Abode Woden

10/10 Excellent

"Available too ups for our tea and coffee allocation. Restaurant on premises, room serviced on day three."

Therese 5-night trip

Posted 6 days ago

Deco Hotel

Deco Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Overall a great experience Only thing to note was room has some damage to the wall that wouldn’t take much to fix Young lady on check in was so helpful with local tips "

Ron 2-night trip

Posted 6 days ago

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