Event Hospitality has pulled back the covers on its newly-transformed Rydges Canberra, revealing to HM a major upgrade to the guest experience through reimagined rooms and public facilities.
The hotel, which has slightly tweaked its name from Rydges Capital Hill, has also been gifted with a new General Manager following the arrival in August of experienced hotelier, Steven James.
“With this renovation, our team is looking to create lasting memories, new levels of service and an unmatched experience for our guests, both corporate and leisure,” James said.
Led by Plus Architecture, the hotel has seen an overlaying of natural materials in a tan and deep blue colour, with a pod-style reception area and lounge built around an elevated and enclosed fireplace and central pond. On arrival, guests will also catch a whiff of a signature scent developed exclusively for the property.
The hotel’s signature eatery – The George Bar and Grill – had been revolutionised with a calming forest green environment, complemented by a leafy green canopy, mature trees, foraging planters and a functioning chef’s garden proffering seasonal produce.
James added that the hotel’s owners have made a substantial investment in the property which reflected its belief in what the hotel has to offer and how it can support interstate and intrastate travel going forward.
“With some of the largest accommodation rooms in the city, Rydges Canberra is the ideal choice for those who like a little more space to spread out, plus, we’ve got an exciting new food and beverage offer, premium conferencing and event spaces and a great selection of onsite facilities.
“We look forward to welcoming our corporate guests, visitors to Canberra and the local community,” he said.