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3.8 out of 5

"I didn’t like that parking is not free. " More

By a verified traveller on Mon 18 Mar 2024

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Hotel Description

At Rydges Canberra you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool, and a gym.

The restaurant, The George Grill, serves local cuisine. The George Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Enjoy the gym, spa tub, and sauna. 2153 square feet (200 square meters) of event facilities include 2 meeting rooms and a conference center. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe, and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking.

Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Forrest hotel include Parliament House and National Archives of Australia.

Superior Twin Room

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max
AU$147* Per night/room 8 Apr. - 9 Apr.

Executive King Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Superior Room (King)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Suite

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.SofaBed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Rydges Canberra ratings based on 204 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.8 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Rydges Canberra

Everyone (87) Couples (37) Family (38)
4 out of 5
I didn’t like that parking is not free.

Posted by on 18 Mar. 2024

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4 out of 5
The staff were friendly and helpful and the pool and all the public areas were great. The building is looking pretty tired and in need of some TLC.

Posted by on 11 Mar. 2024

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3 out of 5
It was quite hot the weekend we stayed here and air conditioning was poor and ineffective

Posted by on 10 Mar. 2024

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5 out of 5
Everything is close 😊, staff are friendly and very helpful.

Posted by on 2 Mar. 2024

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5 out of 5
An excellent facility with first class staff. Convenient to Parliament House and other key Canberra facilities.

Posted by on 29 Feb. 2024

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3 out of 5

Posted by on 24 Feb. 2024

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5 out of 5

Posted by on 22 Feb. 2024

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5 out of 5
Excellent

Posted by on 10 Feb. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

11 Feb. 2024 by aa

Good evening Javid,hank you for your outstanding 5/5 rating! We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent experience at Rydges Canberra. If there's anything specific you loved about your stay or any feedback you'd like to share, feel free to let us know. We appreciate your positive review and look forward to welcoming you back for another exceptional stay.Regards,AliDuty ManagerRydges Canberra

5 out of 5
Its location

Posted by on 7 Feb. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

11 Feb. 2024 by aa

Good evening Mark,Thank you for your fantastic 5/5 rating! We're thrilled to know you had a wonderful experience at Rydges Canberra. If the location played a significant role in your satisfaction, we're delighted to have met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back for another excellent stay.Regards,AliDuty ManagerRydges Canberra

1 out of 5

Posted by on 8 Jan. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

11 Feb. 2024 by aa

Good evening John,We're truly sorry to hear about your disappointing experience. Your feedback is valuable, and we would like to understand more about the issues you faced to address them. If you're comfortable sharing additional details, please feel free to do so.Regards,AliDuty ManagerRydges Canberra

Property Features

As a guest of Rydges Canberra, you'll find an indoor pool, a health club, a spa 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

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Self parking (surcharge) , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Train station: Kingston Canberra Station (2.5 km / 1.5 mi)
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Rydges Canberra offers 186 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. 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 and phones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Sitting area
  • Pillowtop beds
  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite channels
  • Luxury bedding
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Food & Drink

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.

Nearby Activities

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

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

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 11 PM

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11 AM

Payment types

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 not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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 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. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Children stay free
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Number of children who can stay for free – 2
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Renewable energy source - solar
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Security system
  • LGBTQIA friendly
  • Children stay free - maximum age 11
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available for guests
  • Masks are available for guests
  • Gloves are available for guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are available
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for lunch
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for dinner
  • Individually wrapped food options are available through room service
  • gap period enforced between guest stays 24 hours
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO)
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Humane animal treatment
  • Sustainability/community reinvestment (10% revenue or more)
  • Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy

Fees

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 34 for adults and AUD 15 for children
  • Self parking fee: AUD 18 per night
  • 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.

Hotel Names

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

You should know

  • 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).
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.