Rydges Canberra
4 stars

Rydges Canberra

17 Canberra Avenue, Canberra, ACT 2603, Australia
Canberra, Australia
See location+61 262 953 144
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$69
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rate per night

7.4
Good
based on 2340 reviews
2,340 reviews
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Superior room
Queen room
Executive room

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Overview

The Rydges Capital Hill Canberra is a luxury hotel set in the heart of the city’s Forrest neighborhood. It is located less than two miles from the House of Parliament, and is the same distance from the National Gallery of Australia. Canberra Airport is roughly seven miles from the property. Also nearby are the Canberra Night Markets, the Presbyterian Church of St. Andrew, and Mount Franklin.

There are 186 guest rooms to choose from at the Rydges Capital Hill Canberra. All rooms are non-smoking, and both standard rooms and suites are on offer. Guests will enjoy free Wi-Fi in their room, as well as an HDTV, a coffee maker, a private shower, hairdryer, a refrigerator, minibar, iron and ironing board, climate control, and luxury bedding. Guest rooms also include work desks.

On property, guests will find plenty to enjoy. There is a garden atrium in which they can relax, as well as a restaurant and bar in which to grab dinner and drinks. The terrace is heated for enjoyment throughout the year. The hotel also offers meeting and event space, an indoor heated swimming pool, a spa, and a fitness center. Catering is available for gatherings of up to 200 people.

The hotel offers ample dining opportunities, but guests will also find plenty of other choices around the property. Chairman & Yip Restaurant, which serves Chinese food, Lilotang, which serves Japanese fare, Maple and Clove, which offers cafe-style dishes, and Buvette Bistro & Wine Bar are just some of the options.

7.4
Good rating
Based on 2,340 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Rydges Canberra

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Superior room
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2 double beds
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Queen room
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King room
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Double room
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Executive room
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Rydges Canberra

  • Indoor pool
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Sofa
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Wake-up service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Designated smoking area

Pool and spa

  • Spa and wellness center
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Pool towels

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking

Outdoor

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Bedroom

  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Reviews of Rydges Canberra

7.4
Good
2340 verified ratings
Wonderful
769
Very good
494
Good
440
Okay
198
Fair
204
Mediocre
99
Poor
136

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location and spacious rooms, but many expressed dissatisfaction with the service quality, cleanliness issues, and high prices, especially during renovations. Some found the atmosphere dark and uninviting, while others enjoyed their stay and the amenities offered.
AI-Generated from customer reviews
Location9 out of 10
Room Size8.5 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
Cleanliness2.5 out of 10
Value for Price2 out of 10
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5.1
Fair
Dave, Nov 2018
Pros (+) It was a place to sleep. Nice bathroom.
Cons (-) Dark and gloomy rooms. Lots of water space and quite a sterile institutional feel.
5.7
Fair
Anonymous, Mar 2017
Pros (+) Location
Cons (-) The cafe restaurant play Music all the time too loud. Avoid courtyard rooms.
2.0
Poor
Anonymous, Sep 2016
Cons (-) No warning that there were extensive renovations going on - right over the room we were in. Not acceptable!! Top dollar for a construction zone - not acceptable!! Could not stay and had to find another last minute hotel. Will NEVER STAY THERE!!!

Location

17 Canberra Avenue, Canberra, ACT 2603

What's nearby

  • Manuka Oval0.4 mi
  • Parliament House0.5 mi
  • Capital Hill0.5 mi
  • The Lodge0.8 mi
  • Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House0.9 mi
  • National Portrait Gallery1 mi
  • National Gallery of Australia1 mi
  • Questacon1.1 mi
  • National Library of Australia1.2 mi
  • National Museum of Australia1.6 mi
  • Lake Burley Griffin1.7 mi
  • Floriade1.7 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Rydges Canberra

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$104
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 90% rise in price.
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  • If you’re after a cheap room at Rydges Canberra, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in December and April.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Rydges Canberra, plan to stay on a Saturday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Rydges Canberra was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $158, while the most expensive was $158.
  • How long should you stay at Rydges Canberra? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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FAQs when booking at Rydges Canberra

  • Where is Rydges Canberra located?

    Rydges Canberra is located at 17 Canberra Avenue, 0.7 miles from the center of Canberra. Manuka Oval is the closest landmark to Rydges Canberra.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Rydges Canberra?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Rydges Canberra.

  • Does Rydges Canberra offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Rydges Canberra offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Rydges Canberra from the airport?

    Rydges Canberra is 3.4 miles from Canberra. Rydges Canberra is 69.8 miles from Moruya.

  • Does Rydges Canberra have a pool?

    Yes, Rydges Canberra has a pool onsite.

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Distance to city center

Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

7.7
0.7 mi
Canberra
3.7 mi

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