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Rydges Canberra

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel near Parliament House

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Serves lunch and dinner
Executive King Suite
Lobby
Indoor pool
Lobby

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit, Forrest, ACT, 2603
  • Manuka Shopping Centre
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Manuka Oval
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Parliament House
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive King Suite

Executive King Suite

  • 49.6 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Embassy Suite

Embassy Suite

  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Sofa Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Twin Room

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Garden view

Superior Room (King)

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Lobby

Novotel Canberra

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
3.6 out of 5, Good, (1001)
The price is CA $147
per night
CA $162 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
Novotel Canberra

About the area

Canberra

Forrest stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Forrest hotel, you'll find Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval. National Archives of Australia and Greek Orthodox Church of St Nicholas are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Manuka Shopping Centre - 9 min walk
  • Manuka Oval - 11 min walk
  • Parliament House - 18 min walk
  • National Gallery of Australia - 2 min drive
  • Questacon - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Kingston Canberra Station - 3 min drive
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ostani - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Public Bar & Dining Room - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Belluci's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪My Cafe in Manuka - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Maple + Clove - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Rydges Canberra

Art Deco hotel near Parliament House
Rydges Canberra offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a sauna. 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.

  • 1 building
  • 186 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2153 sq ft of conference space
  • 200 sq m of conference space
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
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.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM: AUD 35 for adults and AUD 20 for children
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • In-room accessibility

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED light bulbs
  • Local maps
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Soundproofing
  • Water-efficient showers only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 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

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)!

Property payment types

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

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 security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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. 247 out of 676 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 676 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 676 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 74 out of 676 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 676 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

4/10 Poor

Can

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rydges is really showing its age
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was not informed of parking cost of $30 prior to parking in locked car park. Stayed 2 weeks earlier and it was included.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger K

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel easy to get to. Close to the Restaurant Area of Manuka and easy parking
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well located on Canberra Ave, with Parliament house a short walk to the west, and Manuka Oval a five minute walk to the east. Plenty of eating out options on the nearby Kingston foreshore. The bar had an intimate feel even though it was located in an atrium, and the staff were attentive. The room was clean, spacey and functional, though the wardrobe units look a bit dated and in need of a refurb. Overall my stay was a comfortable and busy one, in a location that was easy to the major attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Geoffrey

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Great location, terrible service
The rooms were OK, but the service had a lot to be desired
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Helle

Fine hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nothing Nearby
I was pleased with the Hotel, clean good service good amenities and good breakfast buffet, but like most good hotels in Canberra there was nothing( food, entertainment) within walking distance, but in saying that the public transport was very good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Troy

Travelled with family and small children
Decent price. Bed comfortable. Good blackout curtains. Cleanliness average. Overall ok
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

8/10 Good

Sandia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and respectful staff. Beautiful place. Few downfalls would be the carpet, no bath robes or slippers. No instructions for the facilities, eg pool, sauna, gym. But overall happy with the experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Krishna

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pool was good, the gym was closed for renovation. All the plate, cutlery and glasses were filthy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had to wait a long time to check in as there was a tour group in front of us and both reception members were busy with them. But overall there were good facilities and our stay was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Hannah

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Heidi

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

4/10 Poor

George, Singapore

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing around
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Janet, Bayview

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Sue

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Needed painting and updating Gym facilities closed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Natalie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had two nights booked but canceled our 2nd night. Foyer impressive. Room looked fine and as depicted in images. Linen and towels clean. Shower flooded bathroom floor every time which we could deal with. Unfortunately no air flow in room, with no air conditioning. Room was stifly, hot and uncomfortable (cool spring weather) and made it extremely difficult to sleep. We cancelled our 2nd night because of this. Staff were friendly and apologetic. The quality of fittings in this room is not acceptable and certainly not at the cost 2 -300 hundred a night.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ann

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Zero customer consideration. One poor person on alone overnight - no housekeeping, no room service. We had to chase up tea bags, milk, face washers, even body wash/soap. I DON'T blame the floor staff, its definitely about minimising costs and maximising profits. Will never stay with Rydges again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Roshmita

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024