Canberra has welcomed an additional 144 rooms to its portfolio, with launch of The Sebel Canberra Civic.

Located in a prime position in the heart of Canberra’s CBD, the new-build hotel features serviced apartment-style studio rooms and suites.

Each of the rooms feature either kitchenette facilities or a full kitchen, catering well to the long-stay market.

Situated in the Civic Square precinct, the hotel is close to the Canberra Museum and Gallery, Civic Library and Canberra Theatre, along with many local cultural organisations.

Simon McGrath, chief operating officer, pacific for Accor, said this is a “strategic and significant new development for Canberra”.

“The city is experiencing a burgeoning supply of upscale apartment style accommodation and The Sebel Canberra Civic exemplifies both the sophistication and independent flexibility that our guests expect from the Sebel brand,” he said.