Hotel Kurrajong Canberra

Hotel Kurrajong Canberra offers a stay shaped by the city’s political and social history, with heritage character balanced by the practical comforts expected of a contemporary hotel. The building dates from 1926 and is presented as one of Canberra’s most historic hotels, with Art Deco details, hand-carved features, black-and-white photographs and stories connected to earlier eras of the national capital. Its Braddon, Canberra setting makes it a considered base for visitors wanting more atmosphere than a standard hotel stay.

Accommodation ranges from heritage rooms to balcony rooms and suites. The hotel describes views across a carefully maintained terraced garden, along with the quieter experience of waking to birdsong. Custom-made furniture and modern necessities sit alongside the older architectural details, creating spaces intended for both business trips and slower stays. The combination may appeal to couples looking for a character-filled escape, solo travellers who value a reflective setting, and visitors interested in Canberra’s history.

The hotel’s historical connection is especially visible through its association with former Prime Minister Ben Chifley, who lived at Hotel Kurrajong during his parliamentary career. Guests can book The Chifley Experience, which combines accommodation in The Chifley Room with breakfast, a food and beverage credit, a welcome whisky and the Chifley’s Walk experience. That walk follows a 750-metre route towards Old Parliament House, now the Museum of Australian Democracy, where guests join an exclusive guided tour. It is a distinctive way to connect the hotel with the institutions and streets around it.

Chifley’s Bar & Grill provides an on-site place for drinks, dining and special events. The venue hosts high teas with petite scones, mini quiches, finger sandwiches, sweet treats, herbal teas, barista-made coffee and a glass of bubbles on arrival. Regular programmed occasions include a daily happy hour and Old Fashioned Thursdays, while the hotel also promotes private dining, meetings, weddings, birthdays and other celebrations. Families are catered for through interconnecting-room packages, children’s meals and family-focused inclusions, while the meeting and event spaces suit business groups and larger gatherings.

For visitors exploring Canberra, the hotel’s own local guide highlights attractions including the Australian War Memorial, National Museum of Australia, Questacon, National Portrait Gallery and National Zoo & Aquarium. With accommodation, history, dining and event facilities in one setting, Hotel Kurrajong is suited to cultural weekends, family visits, work trips and stays built around Canberra’s national institutions.