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The Lounge Bar at Rydges Canberra

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17 Canberra Avenue, Forrest ACT 2603, Australia

3.6 (1568)
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Space ID: 18607
Up to 100 people cocktail style Private Bar & Outdoor Terrace Ideal for birthdays & engagements

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Packages, Menus & Offers

Please note, that pricing and inclusions may be subject to change without notice. We recommend confirming with the listing prior to booking to ensure you have the most up-to-date information.


Room Layouts & Capacity

Standing100
Banquet40

Amenities & Extras

$= Additional Cost

Food & Beverage

Bar Tab
Venue Offers Catering

Audio Visual Equipment (AV)

TV

Other Amenities & Extras

Accessible
Accommodation
Air Con
External Music or DJ
Free Room Hire
Natural light
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Space
Restroom
WiFi

Google iconReviews for Rydges Canberra

Henrik Jonsson

December 18, 2025

We had a really pleasant stay at this hotel. Even though we didn’t book a luxury room, everything exceeded our expectations compared to many other places we’ve stayed at. A special mention goes to the young woman who checked us in , she had only been working there for two days, yet she was incredibly service-minded, cheerful, and genuinely welcoming. One of the best first impressions we’ve had at a hotel. Overall, a great experience with a level of service that truly stood out.

Ian Graeme

November 22, 2025

We had an excellent stay at Rydges Canberra. Located close to many attractions and the CB; it was easy to get around and hotel parking was convenient ($10 fee). There were three adults sharing the room with two adjacent double beds that were very supportive and comfortable. The room was spacious with good views and well appointed. The bathroom was stylish with all modern conveniences and had recently been refurbished so ticked all the boxes. There was a piece of furniture in the main room which needed repair or replacing that lessened our rating. Breakfast was buffet style and quite good apart from the filtered coffee which was a letdown. Other hotels we've stayed at provide self-serve expresso machines which are better quality and way more popular. Breakfast was included in the room tariff which, considering it was under $200/night, was very good value. We loved the heated 25m indoor pool & spa and made good use of it. In summary, we had a really restful and enjoyable stay at Rydges and would definitely stay there again.

Robert Castleden

December 14, 2025

Mayang gave us a wonderfully helpful reception experience when we checked in on a Thursday afternoon after our drive from Melbourne. Our room was a large, well appointed honeymoon suite. A surprise was the complimentary champagne, ice bucket & glass flutes once we'd settled in to our room! We enjoyed the pool, exercise room & sauna the next morning before our late check-out. A memorable, perfect stay in Canberra. Thank you, Rydges Hotel & Mayang at Reception👏

rinesh ram

November 28, 2025

Service is great, so is food and good prices at the bar. Appreciate the attention given by bar staff when it comes to duty of care when serving alcohol and well being of customers. Location is good and walking distance to shops and restaurants (Manuka). Only negative point is that more attention needs to be towards room cleaning, carpets and bathroom floor was not cleaned for some time it seems, bed Was clean and comfortable. And black coloured cups should be replaced with white cups to enhance and present a clean feel, electric jugs needs replacement too. Otherwise fine place to stay. Room are spacious.

Shantelle MEEHAN

November 24, 2025

We had 5 rooms booked for an event Every room the bathrooms had mould and soap build up. Rooms were not serviced but the motel have a card to say if room wasnt serviced $10 each day returned and nothing. False advertising. Air con vent was full of dust Location is great The blonde at the bar had excellent customer service.


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Barton Room

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Forrest Suite

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Forrest Room 2

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Forrest Room 2, is the largest room located in the grand Forrest Suite, this room is the perfect Canberra event space for your next meeting, social event or cocktail party. The event space features floor to ceiling windows overlooking the terrace and is filled with an abundance of natural light. Blackout curtains are also available for those requiring complete privacy or presentation settings. FREE, UNLIMITED WiFi available throughout the hotel.
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Venue Hours

Monday06:00am-Midnight
Tuesday06:00am-Midnight
Wednesday06:00am-Midnight
Thursday06:00am-Midnight
Friday06:00am-Midnight
Saturday06:00am-Midnight
Sunday06:00am-Midnight
Pricing Price on request

Event Types

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