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
Price Guide
| Price Type | Price Per Person (Starting From) |
|---|---|
| Day Delegate Package (DDP) | $ 82 |
| Half Day Delegate Package (HDDP) | $ 72 |
| 2 Course Menu | $ 75 |
| 3 Course Menu | $ 85 |
| 3 Hour Canapes | $ 45 |
| 3 Hour Beverage Package | $ 37 |
Please note, that pricing may be subject to change without notice. We recommend confirming with the venue prior to booking to ensure you have the most up-to-date information.
Reviews for Rydges Canberra
Mich C
I recently stayed at Rydges Canberra and had a great experience overall. The location is perfect, making it easy to explore the city. The service was excellent—staff were attentive and helpful throughout my stay. While the rooms are a bit outdated, they were very clean and well-maintained. I also appreciated the complimentary room upgrade, which added a nice touch to the visit. All in all, a pleasant stay and good value for the location!
Sabina Litman
Disappointed to say the least. Whilst the rooms are outdated that doesn't bother me but the hotel could at least care about making it clean! The spa bath was so dirty and full of bugs it was not useable. The shower was filthy with clumps of hair on the bathroom floor! The taps smelt horrendous to the point I refused to drink the water. But the absolute worst thing is there is clearly no sound proofing in these rooms. I was woken up at 3am to hear the person next door blowing up the toilet for hours. I could literally hear everything coming out of him. So literally no sleep. Completely disappointing will never book again.
Chocolate Addict
We came to stay here from Sydney and had a very comfortable and enjoyable experience. While the rooms were dated, the staff went above and beyond. We had a comfortable bed, a tasty meal in the hotel restaurant where the dishes had a special flair, a great time in the pool and sauna and sightseeing Canberra ( conveniently located)
Anya
I don't usually write reviews but I will today. I stayed at this motel as my conference was being held here. I enjoyed my stay however I have to say that the negative reviews are pretty spot on. The good: very comfortable bed with sparkling white clean sheets. The catering for the conference was very good also. The bad: very crowded, small room for conference with 0.5 m between all the tables in front and behind. The hallways were dark, the furnishings dated, thread bare in places, fabric on restaurant chairs all stained terribly. Pink mould on bathroom tiles, rooms not cleaned well. Paint chipped everywhere. However, it is a good location. I got the impression that the staff try hard. I think the problem is that the motel is old, huge and difficult and expensive to maintain. Avoid the breakfast buffet.
Tina
I recently stayed at Rydges Canberra. I have to admit I was worried about my stay after reading reviews. The rooms were lovely. Bed comfortable. Staff friendly and helpful. The shower does leak because slant needs to be redone back to drain but front desk told me that’s being fixed. It’s in a great location. Only downside was cost of meals overrated. A beer was $17.50 which was ridiculous. Would I stay here again. Yes I would.
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