 | | Hotel Kurrajong Canberra Hotel |  | | |  | | | The Hotel Kurrajong, Canberra offers boutique 4 star, heritage listed hotelaccommodation boasting period architecture reflecting it's elegant history and position as a Canberra treasure. Nestled in the quiet leafy streets surrounding the heart of Australia's seat of Government, the Hotel Kurrajong offers the most modern facilities as would be expected from Canberra's Premier Boutique Hotel.
As of 2009 the hotel is under new management - Laureate - a highly regarded international hospitality brand. Guests can expect professional and friendly service.
Located on the National Circuit in Barton, only a short walk from the new Parliament House, the Hotel Kurrajong is an iconic heritage boutique hotel whose origins go back to the birth of Canberra as the nation's capital and whose corridors are steeped in Canberra's political history.
Designed in 1924 by the Commonwealth's Chief Architect, John Smith Murdoch (who also designed the Parliament House and the Hotel Canberra,now the Park Hyatt), the Hotel Kurrajong is a fine example of early Commonwealth architecture, influenced by Frank Lloyd Wright and, the visionary planner of Canberra, Walter Burley Griffin.
The hotel has retained many of its finest historic architectural features including the pavilions, deep verandahs and radiating courtyards typical of John Murdoch's designs and has also recreated authentic design features such as the Cubist frieze in the lobby copied from original wallpaper discovered during renovations.
Conveniently located in the Parliamentary precinct, each of Hotel Kurrajong's superbly appointed 4 star guest accommodation rooms feature contemporary furnishings, either 1 King Size Bed or 2 Single Beds, a private ensuite bathroom with bath and shower, bathrobes, desk, in-room safe, hair dryer, mini bar, FREE in-room unlimited broadband internet, direct dial phone, colour TV, FREE Foxtel 11 channels (including movies, sport, news, history and entertainment), in house movies, in-room safeair conditioning, heating, radio, alarm clock, tea and coffee making facilities, wake up call, iron and ironing board.
Corporate guests have access to a business room with desktop computer and printer. There are also six meeting/conference rooms ranging from 12 people in a state of the art boardroom with large LCD screen and wireless keyboard and mouse, to theatre style with ceiling mounted data projector for up to 80 people. Hotel Kurrajong, Canberra has a strong reputation for conferences, especially in the 10 to 60 delegate range.
The hotel is strictly non smoking and further provides 24 hour front desk with 24 hour check-in, a bar/lounge, concierge, dry cleaning service, laundry service, FREE in-room un limited internet broadband, FREE Foxtel 11 channels, a gym/fitness room, luggage storage, guest laundry facilities and wheelchair accessibility. Off-street parking and a 24 hour business centre are complimentary to guests.
Isabella's Cafe and Bar is open 7 days a week serving value for money sumptuous meals and snacks breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Outdoor balcony and courtyard seating offers a wonderful experience for guests (weather permitting) in addition to indoor seating options.
Hotel Kurrajong, Canberra carries a significant history. One of the first hotels/buildings in Canberra, Ben Chifley (former Australian Prime Minister) was a resident for many years including during World War II when he was treasurer. Guests can make a special request to stay in the Chifley Room. Recently installed are four interpretive history panels in the foyer of the hotel to enhance the experience of history enthusiasts visiting the hotel as an attraction and point of ineterest. One of the early proprietors of the hotel was Mrs Isabella Southwell who is also profiled in the interpretive history panels.
Hotel Kurrajong, Canberra has been servicing government and private sector corporate groups as well as tourist and holiday makers for many years and looks forward to wlecoming you and ensuring you as wonderful stay in Canberra. | |  | | Things To Do
The Parliamentary triangle has plenty to offer. Listed are a few attractions close by:
* National Film and Archive Museum
* National Gallery
* National Library
* National Portrait Gallery
* Old Parliament House
* Parliament House
* Questacon - Science and Technology Centre
* Royal Australian Mint
* Australian War Memorial
* Sunday Market at Old Bus Depot in Kingston Activities
* Balloon Flights
* Bike along Lake Burley Griffin
* Nature walk
* Kids will love Cockington Green (miniature villages/cities) | | | Car Parking
Complimentary off-street parking is provided to all guests. | |  | | Hotel Address : 8 National Circuit, Barton ACT 2600, Australia | | | | Telephone Enquires Within Australia : 1300 858 607 From Overseas : +61395253071 | | | | | | | Hotel Room Types | | |  | | Executive King
The Executive King/Twin Room is a spacious non smoking room, delightfully furnished with contemporary furnishings, including either 1 King Size Bed or 2 Single Beds - please specify preference in the Special Requests Section of your Booking, a private ensuite bathroom with bath and shower, bathrobes, desk, in-room safe, hair dryer, mini bar, FREE in-room unlimited broadband internet, direct dial phone, colour TV, FREE Foxtel 11 channels (including movies, sport, news, history and entertainment), in house movies, in-room safeair conditioning, heating, radio, alarm clock, tea and coffee making facilities, wake up call, iron and ironing board. The rate is for 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 3 guests. Extra guest charge is $35.00 per night. | | |  | | King Room
The King/Twin Room is a spacious non smoking room, delightfully furnished with contemporary furnishings, including either 1 King Size Bed or 2 Single Beds - please specify preference in the Special Requests Section of your Booking, a private ensuite bathroom with bath and shower, bathrobes, desk, in-room safe, hair dryer, mini bar, FREE in-room unlimited broadband internet, direct dial phone, colour TV, FREE Foxtel 11 channels (including movies, sport, news, history and entertainment), in house movies, in-room safeair conditioning, heating, radio, alarm clock, tea and coffee making facilities, wake up call, iron and ironing board. The rate is for 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 3 guests. Extra guest charge is $35.00 per night. | | |
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