QT Canberra
1 London Circuit, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
Hotel
•Why you'll love QT Canberra
- Largest event space in a hotel in the ACT include a ballroom with a capacity of up to 1,000 people, as well as unique private bars and dining venues.
- Offers extensive range of amazing food, cocktails and wines, Italian inspired menus and menu options for special diets.
- Convenient location with onsite parking and close to all major attractions and activities in the city.
QT Canberra — home to Canberra’s most unique and largest hotel conference venues!
Whether you're on the hunt for a private space to sound out a new campaign direction, or an impressive designer space geared to ignite a spending spree in potential supporters, QT Canberra has the perfect space just for you, with eight function rooms and a capacity of up to 1000.
A wide array of conference spaces with the signature QT talents of quirk and creativity to make a strong statement in the form of a memorable function.
Located in the cultural precinct of New Acton, the former Lakeside Hotel property has been home to many a handshake deal and long lunch. The redesigned building was embraced by new technology, distinctive art and cutting-edge design. QT Canberra has extensive experience in delivering exceptional events with the largest hotel function venue in the Canberra region.
The interconnecting configuration of the QT Ballroom Canberra can also be partitioned into three separate function rooms, with the banquet floor also offering five additional rooms providing exceptional facilities for smaller meetings, workshops or breakouts. The pillar-less rooms all offer natural light with floor-to-ceiling windows and neutral tones throughout.
The QT Canberra team will work with you to create a bespoke event, paying meticulous attention to the smallest of details. From arrival drinks and canapés through to marquee hire and outdoor areas, we will work with you every step of the way to ensure your event is a success.
The property has invested in the best internet capabilities in Canberra, as WiFi becomes essential rather than an option at all events. All delegates are offered free WiFi for their duration in the hotel. All rooms include data projectors and drop screens and interactive digital screening linked from the foyer to the function floor, crossing over all rooms.
QT Canberra’s award-winning concept restaurant Capitol Bar and Grill is a Chicago-style grill with an Italian twist offering a range of fine wine, bistro classics and future favourites, whilst the hotel offers a number of exclusive retreats, secret rooms and guest suites kitted out with designer decor and mod cons.
There is also the added advantage of deluxe accommodation at QT Canberra with its 205 guest suites, which all have balcony views of the city and lakeside, quirky QT Mini bar — crowned "Best Superior Hotel" at the 2017 ACT AHA Awards, and designer decor with all the savvy mod cons delegates need to get the job done — including free WiFi, in-room movies and Nespresso machines.
QT Canberra Function Rooms
Massive Ballroom, Features a Designer Lobby
Grand Ballroom 1
Cahoots Events Lounge
Private Lounge with Panoramic View of the City
Private Lounge (1 & 2 Combined)
Private Lounge II
The Eureka Room
Private Lounge I
Lucky’s Speakeasy
Studio 2 and 3 Combined
Studio 4
Studio 3
Studio 2
Studio 1
Ballroom 2 and 3 Combined
QT Ballroom 3
QT Ballroom 2
QT Underground
Reviews for QT Canberra
Allie Pengelly
Lovely hotel and good location. We stayed in a twin room which the website states has 2 x king single beds - not so! They were normal single beds so my tall teenager was hanging off the end. The beds were very comfortable however. The room was really lovely, spotlessly clean, and lovely amenities were available within the room. We requested a room with a lake view (I didn't even know if this was possible) and our room did indeed have a view of the lake and Parliament House. There is some noise from the street but it wasn't too bad. All of the staff we came into contact with were wonderful- very friendly and excellent service in all areas. A special shout out to Matthew who checked us in on arrival 🌞. All of the food was wonderful - we ate breakfast and had room service. Negatives: Minibar was SUPER expensive so we avoided that, and there was no exhaust fan in the bathroom. Also - $35 a day for hotel parking when we are already guests at the hotel is just outrageous. We chose to use local parking instead.
Hendrik
Review: Stylish vibe, but let down by dated rooms and breakfast policy Overall Rating: 3/5 Stars My stay at the Qt Canberra was a bit of a mixed bag. While the hotel has a cool concept, there are several areas that need improvement to match its reputation. Rooms & Service The design of the hotel is definitely unique, but the rooms themselves felt quite dated. You can really see the age of the furnishings, and they lack the freshness you’d expect at this price point. Furthermore, the housekeeping service was only mediocre—it wasn't bad, but it lacked the thoroughness and attention to detail I expected. Breakfast: High quality, poor transparency The breakfast experience was the biggest disappointment, despite the food itself. On the positive side, the meals were delicious and beautifully presented. Qualitatively, the kitchen does a great job. However, I was disappointed to find no breakfast buffet; it was à la carte only. What bothered me most was the lack of transparency: additional drinks, such as a second coffee, were charged extra. This was never mentioned during the ordering process, making the extra costs an unpleasant surprise on the final bill. Summary: The food tastes good, but the lack of a buffet and the hidden charges for basic items like extra coffee—without any prior warning—felt like poor service. Combined with the aging rooms, it makes for a stay that doesn't quite live up to its potential.
Carsten Bischof
I can not comment on the hotel itself, this review is just for the extremely underwhelming NYE 2025/26 event. I would give 0/10 for this overhyped party, None of the advertised features were achieved. The whole event has been very embarrassing for the QT brand overall. I don't think (hope) they will do it again next year. Basic points: $199pp Included: - 1 welcome glass of bubbles on arrival - 2 grazing stations with some cheese, bread and olives, empty after 30 minutes, not restocked. -1 main bar with 3 bartenders overwhelmed by probably 200 guests, waiting time +30 min - 2nd Cocktail bar without adequate stock to provide the 3 offered drinks on the menue, choice between Prosecco or sparkling water in cocktail for 90 min. - Canapees infrequently rotating, not as advertised in the food menue and very low quality. Parts of the menue were not available at all. - Entertainment was not possible at all as the bar quey was occupying the dance floor and DJ area as well. - Too many people for venue, no standing tables, guests had to sit on floor to eat. Guests were expecting to enjoy the fireworks somehow but this was only possible as reflections in the windows. Many guest left disappointed within the first 60 minutes, we managed 2hrs somehow, but left for another venue at 10:30 in order to rescue some celebration fun. Summary: - More than underwhelming - Complete rip-off, not worth the money - Disappointing night
Gordon Wakefield
I want to start by saying I love the QT brand hotels, I’ve stayed and LOVED, Perth, Melbourne & Gold Coast all exceptional and this is the quality you expect when you stay at a QT hotel (they have set this standard themselves). Well except Sadly Canberra. When I exited the lift after work at 6pm I was greeted by 3 sacks of dirty laundry at 1 end of the corridor and at the other end 2 beds on there side (just outside my door). Not what you expect to see at this price point (felt a little motelish) I feel they bought another old hotel in ACT slapped the QT name on it, done some minor works to the rooms and though that the name would carry it….. it may work unless you’ve stayed at other locations and know what you should be getting. Sadly these rooms aren’t in great shape, the shower felt like I needed to wear flip flops as the tiles were discoloured and scummy with water marks all over them (I know it’s a shower but this felt like a public shower) & the water constantly flowing onto the floor out of the shower. The room felt tired and was very obvious needs a major overhaul and nice furniture can’t hide this, I was lucky to have a balcony and fresh air…. But out side the trimmings were is disarray. The door in the bathroom had seen better days and was split and hard to close, the main door hinge was filthy and the trimming on the cabinet had come off leave bare wood, Thea e are the things that would never be seen in a QT hotel. From such an amazing Brand like the QT, this hotel in there portfolio hurts the brand, I’ve stayed here twice recently and first time I didn’t write a review as I thought perhaps I was in a bad mood so I didn’t and thought I would give them another go to try and change my mind. The service from the team was fantastic. I’ve been travelling to canberra a lot and I can say I won’t stay here again. There are certainly newer and better hotels to stay at for this price point.
John Hummus
Not a great experience, someone's underwear still in the room. Fan in the bathroom wasn't working, broken lamp and the internet was very patchy. Also beyond they're control but with the current construction happening nearby and the police station so close all you hear is sirens and hammers not to mention housekeeping or something making banging noises inside the hotel in early morning. Restaurant wasn't open either so not a pleasant stay to say the least robes supplied but they're obviously recycled which is off putting as well.
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