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Rydges Canberra

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with a fitness center and a sauna

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Rydges Canberra offers a warm retreat in Forrest near Parliament House. Enjoy local cuisine at The George Grill, relax by the lobby fireplace, or swim in the indoor pool. Attentive staff, luggage storage, and a spa tub ensure a comfortable stay.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
The current price is P5,956
P6,552 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Executive King Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Embassy Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 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
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 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, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(68 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop 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 the neighborhood

Map
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit, Forrest, ACT, 2603

What's nearby

  • Federal Golf Club - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Manuka Shopping Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Parliament House - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lake Burley Griffin - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Old Parliament House - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Public Bar & Dining - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Timmy's Kitchen - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ritual - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Med - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪My Café - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Rydges Canberra

Hotel remodeled in 2020 and located near Australian National University
You can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services at Rydges Canberra. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, The George Grill, features local cuisine. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and wedding services
  • 2 meeting rooms, multilingual staff, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 186 individually furnished rooms have thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • 30-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (AUD 25 per night)
  • Limited onsite 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 crib
  • 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 center (2,153 square feet 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 elevator
  • 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 organized 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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50 per stay
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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
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

Frequently asked questions

Does Rydges Canberra have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Rydges Canberra?

As of Nov 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rydges Canberra on Nov 16, 2025 start from P 5,956.44, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Rydges Canberra pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for AUD 25 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Rydges Canberra?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

What time is check-out at Rydges Canberra?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Rydges Canberra located?

Located in Forrest, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Manuka Shopping Centre and Parliament House. Manuka Oval and National Archives of Australia are also within 1 mi (2 km). Kingston Canberra Station is 26 minutes by foot.

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Rydges Canberra Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 305 out of 830 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 248 out of 830 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 830 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 87 out of 830 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 830 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Oscar E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, fresh air, showers clean and very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very reasonable for the price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was comfortable, convenient and enjoyable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm, comfy and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Second time we have stayed at Rydges Canberra and we love it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Darren

Shower rack in the wrong place it was on the side,had no room to move it made the shower smaller than it was .it would of been better if it was straight in front on the wall where the shower head was.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Phillip

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

8/10 Good

Chhavi

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rydges was good for our 1 night stay but there was not much cleanliness. The kettle was dirty,no tissues in tissue box,floor was not clean as well. The premises otherwise was good and presentable. Breakfast had quite good options and staff at serving was friendly. Overall we liked it jist cleaning needs to be improved.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Luke

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice neat property, room cleaning could be better, room a/c just fan control no actual temperature control. Restaurant highly over priced.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Annabelle

Disliked: Amenities
We paid for inclusive breakfast with the accommodation. The breakfast does not include coffee. Not even a make your own coffee option. We had to pay additional for a cup of coffee with breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Phoebe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Top location for our needs in Canberra
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Allan

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

4/10 Poor

Alanah

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was Filthy, everywhere you went it was dirty. Rooms were dirty, bathroom was dirty, pool was dirty, spa was dirty. Im totally fine with rooms and things being outdated as long as they are clean. I wouldnt stay again, if i wasnt going to lose my money i would have left as soon as i checked in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel rooms and all staff were excellent upon arrival and departure. Ambiance at bar and adjoining dining area very stisfying but a little more independent table subdued lighting needed to make menue easier to read. Subdued lighting and fireside atmosphere very appropriate and appreciated. In room tea making facilities and drinking glasses not easilly found.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice experience and lovely for families
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

EV charging not genuine

The rooms are large; the property is getting on but well maintained. I have marked them down because they claim to have EV charging but when I enquired it was access to a 240v plug - whilst I can charge with such a plug this does not, in my mind, qualify as EV charging.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property, great food and stuff were polite and attentive. An awesome stay we will definitely be back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very nice and helpful. We noticed that no one was picking up the trays from room service. Room was dated with lots of scratches on the furniture. Shower flooded ever time we used it. Most disappointing thing was they change their guest $25 a day to park at the hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Business Stay at Rydges

It is looking a bit tired and worn.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Adam

It’s a rubbish dump
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

SUE

Property was very dated and the food was very bland and tasteless. Breakfast was extremely poor quality. Would not recommend this property and definitely not worth the cost
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No hot water in the bathroom, on a -4 degree morning, and a small handbasin with taps that either dribbled or gushed. It was impossible to fill the jug from the basin (the only source of water), it was so small. Was put into a wheelchair-access room with a bathroom designed for disabled access, and not told about this on check-in, despite asking about the room type. Staff who seemed powerless (or unwilling) to address the issues. We love this hotel and stay there whenever we're in Canberra, but this stay was really unsatisfactory. I've notified management - let's see if there's any action!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vikash

Liked: Amenities
Clean with ammenities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024