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Rydges Canberra

4.0 star property

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Garden
Fitness facility
Lobby
Lobby
Serves lunch and dinner

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping

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Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit, Forrest, ACT, 2603
  • Place, Manuka Shopping Centre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Parliament House
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Burley Griffin
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive King Suite

Executive King Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite

Embassy Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Sofa Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Garden view

Superior Room (King)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Spa

Embassy Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Superior Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(69 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Accessible Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Two Double Room

  • Sleeps 4

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

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About this property

Rydges Canberra

Art Deco hotel with a fitness center and a sauna
Along with an indoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a sauna, and a conference center are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Rydges Canberra offers 186 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 30-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Canberra hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Rydges Canberra. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Manuka Shopping Centre. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas, plus an indoor pool and a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy local cuisine while dining at The George Grill
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and wedding services
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym and a sauna
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval
As a guest of Rydges Canberra, you'll find an indoor pool, a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 2153 square feet (200 square meters) and includes a conference center. The business-friendly Rydges Canberra also features multilingual staff, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Rydges Canberra was completed in September 2020.

This Art Deco Canberra hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
The George Grill - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
The George Bar - This bar specializes in local cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Open select days.
Breakfast by The George - This restaurant serves breakfast only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Parking on site (AUD 25 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 35 for adults and AUD 20 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Breakfast by The George
  • The George Bar
  • The George Grill

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (2,153 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - September 2020
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.50 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50 per stay.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately AUD 35 for adults and AUD 20 for children
  • Self parking fee: AUD 25 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.50 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Capital Hill Rydges
Rydges Capital Hill
Rydges Hotel Capital Hill
Rydges Capital Hill Hotel

Rydges Canberra Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 311 out of 843 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 252 out of 843 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 158 out of 843 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 87 out of 843 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 843 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were fabulous. Very helpful and friendly. Price of the room was very reasonable. The rooms are huge.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giovanni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank Peter Carew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the living area amongst the tall trees
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Staff & service
The bathrooms are looking tired with missing shelves in shower etc. The aircon is loud and rattles a lot. Otherwise a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Dwi

Business traveller
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rydges Canberra – Mixed Experience

I have mixed feedback from my recent 3-night stay at Rydges Canberra, where I also hosted a function. First, the positives: a huge thank you to Liz, Donna, and the bar staff – they were fantastic! Friendly, accommodating, and professional, they really helped make the function a success. On this side of things, I couldn’t have asked for better service. Unfortunately, my experience with the room service/cleaning was very disappointing. On the first morning, the bed wasn’t made, the pillows were left exactly as I had left them, dirty cups were not cleaned, and the bathroom bench wasn’t tidied. On the second day, the situation got worse: dirty cups and spoons remained in the room, the door sign was left on the floor, rubbish wasn’t emptied, and the bed was poorly made. I took photos to document the lack of cleaning, and several of my colleagues who stayed at the hotel had similar complaints about the cleanliness of their rooms. I travel often for both business and leisure, and I have never experienced this level of inconsistency in room service before. It seems clear that the housekeeping staff have not been properly trained in maintaining rooms to the expected standard. It’s a real pity because I would happily give this hotel a 5-star review based on the function team and hospitality staff alone. However, the poor standard of room cleanliness really let the experience down.
two days and wasn't even cleaned
same with the spoon
How the bed was made on second day, first day was worst
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and accommodating we will stay again clean and child friendly thankyou Rydges
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roslyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room. breakfast was great, safe motel the kids loved the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

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

8/10 Good

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good accommodation we will be Staying there again next time staying in Canberra it is close to Manuka oval which is good for us
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Kabengele

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bar fridge not working in room. TV /netflix not working in room. Shower water flooding floor/ safe not working in room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Utsav

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are very dated needs upgrade and detail clean of the room. Carpets old and worned out.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Phillip

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Freezing cold room needed maintenance to get heated by which time we were sick. Staff nonchalant except in hitting you for charges like $25 a day parking and oblivious to room issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

andy

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

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the chance for a swim but top step in pool needs repair, break with sharp edges. Also needs something to assist older people out, perhaps higher hand rails as the knees aren't as powerful as previously. Over all great stay, needed R and R after trip. Worked perfectly 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tony

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

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

8/10 Good

Yian Lin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Satoko

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Chelsea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed and nice room. Couldn't adjust air conditioning so had a very warm sleep and felt claustrophobic. Other than that a beautiful building and easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Robyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for families
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Allan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Missing pavers at entrance which led to tripping and hurting ankle, poor housekeeping, bed not made well 2 days in a row and very late servicing the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025