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Rydges Canberra

Canberra , Cnr Canberra Ave & National Cct, Forrest (Show on Map)

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Summary of reviewsRydges Canberra is a great hotel with a fantastic location, making it an ideal choice for exploring the city. The rooms are clean, spacious and comfortable with quality linens and comfortable beds. The staff are friendly, accommodating and provide good customer service. The hotel offers good, secure parking for guests at a reasonable price. Families will appreciate the kid-friendly amenities and spacious rooms, while business travelers will appreciate the hotel's proximity to Parliament House and the War Memorial. The pool and sauna are great amenities, though some guests found the pool not warm enough. The breakfast received mixed reviews, but the restaurant and bar were generally good. Overall, Rydges Canberra is a solid and well-priced four-star option for your stay in the city.
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Room Types

Superior Queen Room These spacious rooms have a lounge area with a double sofa bed and a renovated en suite with a walk-in shower. Free unlimited WiFi is also featured.

Executive King Suite This suite includes a separate wet bar areas, a king-sized Rydges Dream Bed, separate living area and a renovated bathroom with a separate bath. Unlimited free WiFi is provided.

Embassy Suite The Embassy Suite features a separate bedroom with a king-size bed. Guests can relax in the large bath in the bathroom. Some suites also have a dressing room. The living area has 1 or 2 sofa beds and a wet bar. Free unlimited WiFi is provided. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 4 (see hotel policies).

Superior Twin Room This spacious room consists of 2 double beds. It also includes a renovated en suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. Unlimited free WiFi is provided.

Superior King Room This room has a lounge area and a renovated en suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. It also includes unlimited free WiFi.

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Guest Reviews

7.5

Good

Location

Rydges Canberra boasts a fantastic location that is perfect for exploring the city. It is conveniently located close to Parliament House and the War Memorial, making it an ideal location for those attending meetings. The hotel is also easily accessible from the airport. The lobby area offers great cafes and other facilities. Guests have attested that it's well priced and comfortable and within easy walking distance of a range of food and drink options. The rooms are comfortable and the staff are friendly and accommodating. Despite being a little far from some food shops, the hotel's prime location is excellent for accessing tourist spots and the NGA. Although public transport is not easy to work out, guests have found that the location is centralised to everything they require for accommodation. It is also very convenient to Manuka shops and cafes. Overall, a great stay in a great location.

Breakfast

Guests at Rydges Canberra have mixed feelings about the breakfast offered at the hotel. Some found it excellent, lovely, great and superb with plenty of options to suit all tastes, while others found it poor, unorganized, limited and not value for money. There were complaints about the lack of egg choices, sad coffee and under-pressure staff. Some guests felt it should be included in the room price, while others thought it was too expensive with one family paying over $100 for a buffet breakfast for three. However, there were positive comments about the bonus breakfast, the location and the healthy and delicious food options. Some guests suggested offering more takeaways, like fruit salad pots or muesli and yogurt. Despite the mixed reviews, guests who enjoyed the breakfast experience also found the restaurant good and the buffet amazing.

Dinner

The dinner options at Rydges Canberra have received mixed reviews from guests. Some found the evening meals to be good with one guest enjoying a nice walk for dinner. Another reviewer was pleased that their son enjoyed both of his room service dinners. However, some guests felt that the food and drink prices were excessive with one reviewer deeming the restaurant food as quite pricey. Another guest didn't find the dinner menu to be imaginative and described it as standard pub fare. On the positive side, one guest had an awesome experience at the bar and dinner. While some guests felt that the Sunday evening dinner quality was not the best that the hotel can offer with dry chicken and overcooked steak, others found the overall experience to be overpriced.

Rooms

Reviews of the rooms at Rydges Canberra are mostly positive with guests commenting on the cleanliness, spaciousness and comfortable beds. Some guests paid for upgrades which provided ample space, while others found standard rooms to be decent in size. The decor was described as modern and adequate by some, while others found it to be dated and in need of updating. Some guests noted issues such as a small shower or chipping paint, but for the most part, the rooms were described as clean and comfortable. The hotel also offered amenities such as an indoor pool and gym. Overall, Rydges Canberra provides good, comfortable accommodation in a nice atmosphere and convenient location.

Beds

Guests at Rydges Canberra have consistently praised the comfortable beds and spacious rooms. The majority of reviewers found the beds to be excellent and very comfortable, leaving them refreshed after a good night's sleep. Some guests noted that they had slept in better beds, while others found the mattress too soft for their liking. Requests for extra beds were accommodated with guests reporting that these beds were also comfortable. However, a few guests did have issues with the sofa beds, finding them uncomfortable. Overall, the comfortable beds, quality pillows and linen contributed to an enjoyable stay for most guests at Rydges Canberra.

Cleanliness

If you're looking for a clean and comfortable accommodation option in Canberra, Rydges Canberra is a great choice. Many guests compliment the nice and clean rooms with some noting a lovely fragrance upon entering the hotel. While some areas show signs of wear and tear, such as dated and stained furniture, the overall cleanliness of the hotel is very good. The bathroom is often highlighted as particularly clean, even in hard-to-reach areas like behind the toilet door and around the shower. The staff consistently receive praise for their friendly and attentive service. Guests also appreciate the hotel's good location and value for money. While some guests note areas that need improvement, such as the need for steam cleaning of carpeted halls and the need for better maintenance of facilities like the spa and shower heads, the general consensus is that Rydges Canberra is a clean and comfortable option that won't break the bank.

Staff

Rydges Canberra is a great hotel known for its fantastic staff who are not only polite, welcoming and helpful but also friendly and approachable in all areas. Guests love the accommodating bar staff and good customer service however, some reviews do suggest limited staff during busy check-in periods which can cause delays. Despite this, the hotel is praised for its location, central to what guests require for accommodation. The overall atmosphere is pleasant and the hotel is very clean according to guests. The only criticisms of staff arise from rare reviews suggesting poor customer service or unprofessionalism, which is not a common occurrence. Experiences with staff are generally positive and guests appreciate the helpfulness and responsiveness of the staff. The location is good and other staff members such as restaurant, bar and housekeeping staff are also friendly and helpful. All in all, guests at Rydges Canberra will likely have a great experience with the hotel staff.

Pool

If you choose to stay at Rydges Canberra, you'll be in for a treat at their great location. The hotel boasts a large, clean pool and sauna, perfect for recovery after a day of exploring the city. The pool area is practical and very nice, but some guests found it hard to access and noticed the towels were frequently running out. Despite this, families enjoyed taking a dip and guests loved the option to use the pool, spa and gym. Unfortunately, some guests did experience issues with the spa not working properly and the pool not being warm enough. However, overall the pool received great feedback from guests who appreciated having such a cool amenity available during their stay.

Parking

Parking can be a bit tight and you do have to pay $15 a day, but overall the parking at Rydges Canberra is adequate and secure. The hotel offers good lift access to the basement car park and the lot is safe and not too expensive compared to other hotels in the area. While some guests have suggested that parking should be complimentary, others think the cost is reasonable. Additionally, there is no mention of EV charging spaces. Overall, Rydges Canberra provides good, secure parking for guests.

Family

Rydges Canberra is an excellent choice for families looking for a fun and affordable vacation. With an Easter event for kids and family-friendly amenities, you'll be sure to have a good time. The hotel is clean and spacious with a swimming pool and lounge area perfect for unwinding with the family. Rooms are also spacious with sofa beds provided for children. However, there is no kids pool so keep that in mind. Despite an unfortunate emergency with a family member, the staff were helpful and accommodating. Though some guests experienced issues with cold showers, the size of the rooms and the kid-friendly features such as bath tubs make up for it. One guest even mentioned their grandson loved it. Room service could be more clear and buffet breakfasts can be pricey, but overall Rydges Canberra is a great value for families with toddlers and young children looking for a hotel with space to run around and plenty of activities to keep everyone entertained.

4 Star

If you're planning a trip to Canberra, Rydges Canberra is a solid and well-priced four star option. The hotel is located in a great spot and offers clean and comfortable accommodation. Guests have praised the ease of check-in and check-out, as well as the room size and quality of the linens. The hotel does have a pool, though some guests found it wasn't warm enough for this time of year. The bathrooms are on the small side and tea-making facilities are limited, but more supplies can be requested. Overall, guests describe Rydges Canberra as a very good and comfortable option for your stay in the city.

Yes, Rydges Canberra has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Indoor Pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Rydges Canberra.

No, Rydges Canberra doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Rydges Canberra.

Yes, Rydges Canberra has a gym.

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