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Rydges Canberra

3.5 out of 5
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Indoor pool
Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished
Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished
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Guest reviews

4.0 out of 5 Very good
991 reviews
Guests rated this property 4.2/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

Pool
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Spa
Restaurant
Gym

Cleaning and safety practices

  • Cleaned with disinfectant
  • Contactless check-in
  • Hand sanitiser provided

Map

Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit, Forrest, ACT

Explore the area

Popular LocationManuka Shopping Centre10 min walk
Popular LocationManuka Oval10 min walk
Popular LocationParliament House17 min walk
AirportCanberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.)58 min drive

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  • Superior Room (King)

    Photos of Superior Room (King)

    4.8/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 38 sq m
    • Sleeps 3
    • 1 King Bed
    More detailsSuperior Room (King)

  • Embassy Suite

    Photos of Embassy Suite

    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

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

  • Executive King Suite

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    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 50 sq m
    • Sleeps 3
    • 1 King Bed
    More detailsExecutive King Suite

  • Superior Twin Room

    Photos of Superior Twin Room

    4.4/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 32 sq m
    • Sleeps 4
    • 2 Double Beds
    More detailsSuperior Twin Room

  • Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

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    4.5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 38 sq m
    • Sleeps 3
    • 1 Queen Bed
    More detailsSuperior Room, 1 Queen Bed

About this area

Canberra

In the business district, Rydges Canberra is in Canberra's Capital Hill neighbourhood, an area with good shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Commonwealth Park, while National Gallery of Australia and National Museum of Australia are cultural highlights. National Zoo and Aquarium and Questacon (National Science and Technology Centre) are also worth visiting. Guests love the hotel's central location.
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Popular Location

What's nearby

  • Manuka Shopping Centre - 10 min walk
  • Manuka Oval - 10 min walk
  • Parliament House - 17 min walk
  • Old Parliament House - 2 min drive
  • National Gallery of Australia - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Kingston Canberra Station - 3 min drive
  • AirportCanberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • The George Grill — 1 min walk
  • The George Bar — 1 min walk
  • Buvette Bistro & Wine Bar - 5 min walk
  • Maple+Clove - 6 min walk
  • Lilotang - 6 min walk

About this property

Rydges Canberra

3.5-star Canberra hotel in Capital Hill, near Parliament House
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has an indoor pool and a health club. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a spa tub and a sauna are on-site. All 186 individually decorated rooms feature free WiFi and 24-hour room service. For a bit of entertainment, guests will find flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, and other amenities include sitting areas and minibars.
Rydges Canberra offers 186 forms of accommodation with minibars and a hairdryer. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. 30-inch Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a hydromassage showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

An indoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna.

Guests aged under 18 years old are not allowed in the health club.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter

Social distancing

Contactless check-in and check-out
Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Social distancing measures in place
Contactless room service is available.

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Hand sanitiser provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
Individually wrapped food options available for breakfast, lunch, dinner and through room service
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • Self parking: AUD 15.00 per night
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee daily 6:30 AM–10:30 AM: AUD 28 per person
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar
  • 24-hour room service

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Languages spoken

  • English

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (2153 square feet of space)

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathroom
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height worktop and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Roll-in shower
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Double sofa bed
  • Linens
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in between 2 PM and 11 PM
Express check-in
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 5 April 2020 to 13 September 2020 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Kids stay free! Up to 2 children stay free when using existing bedding
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at the time of service, check-in or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: AUD 28 per person (approximately)
  • Self-parking fee: AUD 15.00 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 15 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the health club

Property is also known as

Capital Hill Rydges
Rydges Capital Hill
Rydges Hotel Capital Hill
Rydges Capital Hill Hotel
Rydges Capital Hill
Rydges Canberra Hotel
Rydges Canberra Forrest
Rydges Canberra Hotel Forrest

Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel my reservation for free at Rydges Canberra and receive a full refund?
Yes, Rydges Canberra offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to Rydges Canberra cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
Does Rydges Canberra have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool.
Is Rydges Canberra pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Rydges Canberra?
Self-parking is available for AUD 15.00 per night.
What time is check-in at Rydges Canberra?
Check-in is from 2 PM to 11 PM.
What time is check-out at Rydges Canberra?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is Rydges Canberra located?
Located in Capital Hill, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Manuka Shopping Centre and Parliament House. National Gallery of Australia and Commonwealth Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). Kingston Canberra Station is 26 minutes by foot.
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4.2/5

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4.1/5

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4.0/5

Amenities

3.8/5

Property conditions & facilities
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5/5 Excellent

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It was very modern and up to date looking good view of the garden and spacious room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

5/5 Excellent

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Very good staff service for the stay. Secure parking
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

4/5 Good

Travelled with family
Happy face iconLiked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

4/5 Good

Travelled with family
Happy face iconLiked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and the facilities like the pool, gym and spa were great. Breakfast was ample and very tasty.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

2/5 Poor

Travelled with family and small children
Sad face IconDisliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The phone was very dirty with mould on it. Very disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

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