Hotel Queanbeyan

Hotel Queanbeyan, also known as the Top Pub, combines pub dining, live entertainment, sports viewing, drinks and accommodation in one venue. The hotel’s rooms have been recently renovated and include standard double, standard king and family options. Rooms sleep between two and five people, with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Bathroom arrangements are shared, although the connected en-suite facilities provide four individual lockable bathrooms with a shower, toilet and sink, and are maintained daily.

The bistro serves lunch and dinner throughout the week, with a focus on hearty portions and value. Regular weekday specials include schnitzels and rump steaks, while the dining space is suited to both a workplace lunch and a relaxed family meal. Guests can also use the public bar, sports bar and newer beer garden, giving the venue several settings for an easy meal or a drink. The large sports screen makes the main bar a natural choice for watching football and other major events, and the venue says it regularly screens UFC events as an official UFC partner.

There is a steady calendar of things to do across the week. Trivia begins at 7pm on Wednesdays, karaoke runs from 7pm on Thursdays, and Friday evenings centre on watching the footy on the main bar’s big screen. Saturdays bring live music, with the bistro open from midday through to the evening for guests who want to stay on for the entertainment. On Sundays, visitors can settle into the beer garden or join the action in the main bar. These regular events make the hotel a practical option for groups, sports fans and locals looking for an informal night out, while the family room and bistro also cater for families.

The hotel has been part of the Queanbeyan community since 1927. It was originally built for workers involved in Canberra’s construction and later became a convenient stop near the railway during the ACT’s prohibition era. Today, it supports local organisations and sporting groups, including the Harman AFL side and Queanbeyan Royals Netball club, as well as running social darts, cricket and basketball teams. Alongside the hotel is a drive-through bottle shop, with wines, craft beers and non-alcoholic drinks available. Functions are also catered for, with spaces and services for celebrations ranging from milestone birthdays and engagement parties to weddings, farewells and Christmas gatherings. The venue is listed in Tuggeranong, Canberra, while its identity and history remain firmly tied to Queanbeyan.