Rydges Canberra
17 Canberra Avenue, Forrest ACT 2603, Australia
Hotel
•Why you'll love Rydges Canberra
- Our facility offers flexible spaces, all featuring natural light, with the added benefit of an indoor atrium.
- Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi or dedicated conference line with comprehensive range of audio and visual equipment.
- With specialised catering menu and comprehensive event packages.
Rydges Canberra's function rooms are ideal for meetings, conferences, weddings, receptions, birthday parties and social affairs. The popular Canberra hotel’s central location in the thriving capital of Australia makes it ideal for business events, and its proximity to numerous area attractions ensures guests have plenty to keep themselves entertained. The large event venue that is Rydges Capital Hill Canberra boasts a variety of unique and spacious Canberra function rooms, capable of comfortably catering to small group meetings of 20 as well as large conferences and cocktail parties of up to 200. The Forrest Suite is the venue's most flexible function room option and can be utilised as one large space or broken down into three smaller Canberra function rooms. It's an ideal choice for when a boardroom is required in the morning and a theatre layout as the day goes on.
Rydges Canberra Function Rooms
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 celebrat...
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 lunc...
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 boardroom...
Forrest Suite
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 sc...
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 ...
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...
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 natur...
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 des...
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 Boardro...
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 Canberr...
The Lounge Bar
Up to 100 people cocktail style Private Bar & Outdoor Terrace Ideal for birthdays & engagements
Reviews for Rydges Canberra
Jovalica MMJ
I recently stayed at this hotel, which is marketed as one of the richer or more premium 4-star options in the area. To be fair, the entrance and downstairs common areas do make a great first impression — the lobby is beautiful, and the staff are warm, attentive, and genuinely helpful. Their professionalism and friendliness gave me high hopes for the rest of the stay. However, once I stepped into the room, the experience took a noticeable downturn. The accommodation itself felt very outdated — from the worn furniture to the overall layout, it was clear that the rooms haven’t been refreshed in quite some time. There’s a sense that the space isn’t being utilised to its full potential, which is frustrating given the price point. It’s the kind of room that might have been impressive two decades ago, but now feels tired and neglected. For what the hotel is charging, I expected a much higher standard in the rooms — modern touches, better lighting, even just a feeling of comfort and freshness. Instead, the contrast between the elegant front-of-house areas and the dated rooms is so stark that it almost feels like two different hotels. It’s not the worst place I’ve stayed, and again, I can’t fault the staff — they’re doing a wonderful job with what they have. But for a hotel positioning itself at the higher end of the market, there’s a serious need for an upgrade upstairs. Until then, I’d consider exploring other options in the same price range.
Jo Chi chi
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Had such a great stay at Rydges Canberra! The hotel has a really relaxed, welcoming vibe from the moment you walk in, and the team there make you feel right at home. Rooms are comfy, spacious, and perfect for either work or a weekend away. And yes… the breakfast is definitely a highlight (hello crispy bacon and strong coffee 👌), but the whole experience is what makes it. The bar and restaurant have a great atmosphere, and the location makes it super easy to get around Canberra. Would 100% stay again — it’s the kind of hotel that makes travel feel easy and enjoyable.
Helena
Checked into a room with dirty cups , can literally see dried coffee in it , disgusting. Glasses were dirty. Base of the kittle was missing. Went to speak to the receptionist. Waited in the 40 mins no one came by, I had to go back to reception, they gave me cups from the cafe. Next day when we return back to our room. Cups and glasses were not replaced ! Never seen worse ways to make up our beds. My kids said they can do a better job. Very disappointed . Overall condition of the room was tired. Shower screen was too short water goes all over the basin area. Lack of space to hang towels for a family.
Christine Zavros
I’ve just spent four night at Rydges Canberra. Nice and spacious. Staff were excellent. Very friendly and helpful. A special mention to Donna. Donna took care of us for our evening meals. What a wonderful addition.
Elisabeth Stylianou
Ali and Mani were wonderful to deal with. Rooms were a great size, breakfast was hot and top quality (we have stayed at multiple hotels - variety was not as large at Rydges but made up for this in quality). The whole stay was a pleasure - Ali personally came to our room to set up chrome cast for us within 5 minutes of calling reception. Will come here again 😀
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