Global hospitality company Hilton has signed a franchise agreement with ICC Development Group to open its first property in Canberra.
The development, named Hilton Canberra Manuka, will be located at 15–17 Franklin Street in the Australia’s national capital’s Manuka precinct.
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The opening, slated in early 2027, will bring the Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand to the city.
The property will comprise 184 guest rooms, including eight suites. Standard room sizes will vary from 32m2 to 45m2.
Planned hotel amenities include an executive lounge, an all-day restaurant and bar, fitness and wellness areas, a sauna, and a swimming pool.
Corporate and private function spaces will include a ballroom as well as a multi-use area capable of being partitioned into four separate rooms.
A cinema, street-level retail outlets, and further dining spaces will be included in the wider development to integrate the property with the surrounding area.
The hospitality company noted that its new hotel is located directly opposite Manuka Oval, which hosts Australian rules football and cricket matches.
National Gallery of Australia, the National Museum of Australia, and Questacon will also be within “easy reach” from the site, the company said.
The hotel is expected to support 100–120 ongoing full-time, part-time and casual jobs.
Hilton Australasia development director Tushar Raniga said: “The signing of Hilton Canberra Manuka represents an important milestone in Hilton’s growth across Australasia and brings our flagship brand to Australia’s national capital.
“With its location in one of Canberra’s most established precincts and proximity to key government, diplomatic, corporate and leisure demand drivers, the hotel is well positioned to welcome guests travelling for a wide range of occasions.
“We are pleased to begin a new relationship with ICC Development Group and look forward to bringing Hilton’s signature hospitality to Canberra.”
