Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit, Forrest, ACT, 2603
What's nearby
Manuka Shopping Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Parliament House - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Manuka Oval - 1 min drive - 1.2 km
National Gallery of Australia - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
Questacon - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
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
Hotel remodelled in 2020 and located near National Gallery of Australia
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 reception 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 2 meeting rooms
A water dispenser, a banquet hall and a vegetable garden
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 186 individually furnished rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other 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/cupboards, free infant beds and electric kettles
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
Free 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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 1.50 per cent 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 cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: from approximately AUD 35 for adults and from 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 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
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 any lifts
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
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Rydges Canberra Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 261 out of 728 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 222 out of 728 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 728 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 728 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 728 reviews
2 - Terrible
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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
8/10
Very attentive staff, and easy place to walk around to restaurants and shops. Would stay there again
Patricia
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
6/10
Parking is additional upon check in.
Luke
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
8/10
Great
Sanjiv
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
8/10
The stay was as expected. A few minor inconveniences include the parking gate not working properly and the restaurant staff throwing away my sons cutlery when we left it at the table for 10mins.
Kthryn
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
8/10
Good location
Russel
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10
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
rick
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
8/10
Top location for our needs in Canberra
Anthony
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
8/10
Lovely hotel, bed was comfortable, staff were excellent.
Carpark is terrible, tiny spots (I drive a small sedan) and tight corners.
Matthew
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10
Good location
Margaret
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
8/10
Comfortable stay
Phoebe
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
6/10
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
SUE
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10
Comfortable stay
Milika
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10
Awesome hotel
Inia
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
4/10
It’s a rubbish dump
Adam
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10
Ease stay.
catriona
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
4/10
Very average
lloyd
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
8/10
Friendly, professional staff. Excellent location to Manuka Oval. Quiet, clean, comfortable room.
Noel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10
Fair
Chi Yuen
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
8/10
Great stay, just needs a bit of mould scrubbed from the shower and around the pool area!!!
Hannah
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
6/10
It is looking a bit tired and worn.
Stephen
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
Loved my suite. I stay in this hotel regularly and always love it. Took a swim and spa as well. So good
David
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
6/10
Convenience and central location. Decor is a bit worn but other than this, all good.
Fa
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
8/10
Great staff. Everyone helpful and accommodating. The air conditioning in the room was noisy through the night.
My biggest issue was the bedding. Two flat sheets covering a soiled duvet does not do it for me.
Overall a good stay.
Alex
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
8/10
Very spacious room with comfortable bedding. Common areas could be cleaner (hallways) where guests walk - needed a vacuum and dishes removed etc. A very central location with helpful staff and good on site facilities.
Lisa
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10
Hotel easy to get to. Close to the Restaurant Area of Manuka and easy parking