Forrest Suite at Rydges Canberra
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17 Canberra Avenue, Forrest ACT 2603, Australia
The Forrest Suite is our most spacious Conference Venue in Canberra can accommodate up to 200 guests. It can be easily divided into three rooms which are suitable for large breakout rooms or smaller meetings. All three rooms have inbuilt screens and ceiling mounted data projectors, which allows for excellent visibility of presentations. Offering floor to ceiling windows overlooking the terrace, which is ideal for refreshment breaks or cocktail events, this room is filled with an abundance of natural light and is equipped with blackout curtains if required. Looking for a smaller event space? View Forrest Room 1, Forrest Room 2 or Forrest Room 3 for intimate event spaces. The recent state of the art Audio Visual upgrade provides great versatility. WIFI available throughout the hotel.
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Reviews for Rydges Canberra
A L
This is our second time staying at Rydges and once again, it was absolutely amazing! Huge shoutout to Nitu at reception. She truly went above and beyond. We decided on a last minute staycation with both my family and in-laws and despite booking on the same day, she somehow made interconnecting rooms happen. She was incredibly kind, helpful, and genuinely made the effort to accommodate us, which we appreciated so much. Everyone was fantastic from the reception team to the bar staff and the breakfast crew. We loved the jacuzzi and swimming pool, and the buffet breakfast had plenty of great options to choose from. Overall, such a wonderful experience. Thank you so much, Nitu, for making our stay extra special. We will definitely be back!
Robert Castleden
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👏
Lucy Zadoyanchuk
Our first stay at the Rydges Canberra and we were impressed. Staff were friendly and accommodating. I appreciated the upgrade to an embassy suite to suit my family's needs. Georges bar provided a delicious fresh buffet breakfast - dinner was also great. We highly recommend Rydges Canberra and look forward to staying here again.
Henrik Jonsson
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.
Jade Hudson
First and foremost - exceptional customer service at every encounter. Staff were professional, personable and very accommodating when our plans changed unexpectedly. The room was generous and clean. Common areas in the hotel felt schmick. Very pleasant experience.
Other spaces at this venue
Acacia Lounge
The abundance of light flowing into THE lounge makes it the ideal Canberra Venue for any networking and trade show events during the day and at night, this venue transforms into a relaxed location for social events such as birthday celebrations or informal dinners. All guests have access to complimentary high speed wireless internet throughout the hotel.
Wellington Room
The Wellington Room is enclosed by the hotel’s stunning indoor atrium. Full of natural light during the day and bathed in the ambient lighting of the Atrium in the evening, this open ended function space Canberra is great for dinner or lunch events, as well as networking, informal training sessions, seminars, trade shows and displays. It is also conveniently located next to The George Grill. Contact our creative events team to discuss your Canberra function requirements. Rydges Canberra is also the perfect Canberra destination for spectacular Weddings, Cocktail Parties and Private Dinners It is also conveniently located next to the Figtree Restaurant.
Barton Room
The Barton Room is perfect Function Room for your next training session or board meeting. Natural light floods through the floor to ceiling windows with a view of the luscious indoor atrium. The Barton Room shares a foyer with two boardrooms. These self-contained rooms are great for events which require complete privacy. The built-in Audio Visual of ceiling mounted data projector with a drop-down screen provides great versatility and don’t forget about the FREE, UNLIMITED WiFi available throughout the hotel.
Forrest Room 3
Forrest Room 3, the smaller room part of the Forrest Suite, this room is ideal for any meeting from training programs, to team planning days and seminars. Offering floor to ceiling windows overlooking the terrace, this room is filled with an abundance of natural light or is equipped with black out curtains if required. The recent state of the art Audio Visual upgrade provides great versatility and don’t forget about the FREE, UNLIMITED WiFi available throughout the hotel. Rydges Canberra is also the perfect Canberra destination for spectacular Weddings, Cocktail Parties and Private Dinners
Forrest Room 2
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.
Forrest Room 1
Forrest Room 1, part of the Forrest Suite, is the ideal Meeting Room Canberra for training programs, team planning days and seminars. Offering floor to ceiling windows overlooking the terrace, this room is filled with an abundance of natural light and is equipped with black out curtains if required. The recent state of the art Audio Visual upgrade provides great versatility and don’t forget about the FREE, UNLIMITED WiFi available throughout the hotel. Rydges Canberra is also the perfect Canberra destination for spectacular Weddings, Cocktail Parties and Private Dinners. Contact our experienced events team to discuss your next successful event at Rydges Canberra.
The Aviary
Behind the sheer curtain set in the Atrium is a hidden gem. Long, lavish tables set for regal dining. A little private indulgence if you need to impress. Personalised menu created just for you and wines to match the mood. This uniquely designed space is sure to satisfy the finest of tastes. FREE, UNLIMITED WiFi available throughout the hotel.
Executive Boardroom One
We have four Executive Boardrooms Canberra which are perfect for smaller meetings, breakout spaces, training sessions and interviews. They range in size, accommodating up to 16 people, and are flexible for all your needs. Executive Boardroom 1, overlooks the hotel Atrium is suitable for a boardroom style set up for 12 people. The recent state of the art Audio Visual upgrade provides a large wall mounted flat screen TV and don’t forget about the FREE, UNLIMITED WiFi available throughout the hotel.
Executive Boardroom Two
We have four Executive Boardrooms which are perfect for smaller meetings, breakout spaces, training sessions and interviews. They range in size, accommodating up to 16 people, and are flexible for all your needs. Executive Boardroom Canberra 2, the larger of our boardrooms, suitable for meetings offering a boardroom style set up for 16 people. The recent state of the art Audio Visual upgrade provides a large wall mounted flat screen TV and don’t forget about the FREE, UNLIMITED WiFi available throughout the hotel. Contact our experienced events team to discuss your boardroom requirements at Rydges Canberra Rydges Canberra is also the perfect Canberra destination for spectacular Weddings, Cocktail Parties and Private Dinners
The Lounge Bar
Up to 100 people cocktail style Private Bar & Outdoor Terrace Ideal for birthdays & engagements