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QT Canberra is a hotel destination wedding venue in Canberra, Australia, hosting 600 at dinner and 1,000 at the ceremony.

QT Canberra

CanberraAustralian Capital Territory, Australia

QT Canberra is a 205-room hotel in the Australian capital, roughly 20 minutes from Canberra Airport (CBR), with meeting and banquet spaces that hold up to 1,000 guests standing or seated for a ceremony and up to 600 for a seated dinner.

Guests
600 at dinner1,000 at the ceremony
Rooms
205 rooms
Cost
A$109 to A$185a head
Ceremony
Outdoor ceremonies
Getting there
CBRabout 20 min by car

About the venue

QT Canberra is a 205-room hotel in the Australian capital, roughly 20 minutes from Canberra Airport (CBR), with meeting and banquet spaces that hold up to 1,000 guests standing or seated for a ceremony and up to 600 for a seated dinner.

Couples can marry outdoors and move indoors for the reception, with a dedicated dance space, an on-site bar and an on-site coordinator to run the day.

Catering is handled in-house, with per-head pricing from AUD 109 to AUD 185 including catering.

Accommodation ranges from QT King and Twin Rooms through to the QT Two Bedroom State Suite, which sleeps up to five.

  • Up to 1,000 guests for a seated ceremony and 600 for a seated dinner
  • 205 hotel rooms on site, including Junior Suites and a Two Bedroom State Suite for up to 5
  • Outdoor ceremony plus indoor reception with dedicated dance space
  • In-house catering from AUD 109 to AUD 185 per head

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
600 guests
Standing reception
1,000 guests
Ceremony, seated
1,000 guests

Staying over

Rooms
205 rooms
Room types
5 listed

House rules

Pets
Yes
Children
Yes

Getting there

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Nearest airport
CBR, 20 min by car
Parking
Yes
Step-free access
Yes
Phone
(02) 6247 6244
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Reviews of QT Canberra

“Absolutely wonderful hotel. Staff were so lovely, professional and helpful. Our room was great, clean very comfortable. We dined in the restaurant, the food and staff equally as great.”

Kerrie HowarthOn Google

4out of 5, from 2,327 Google reviews

Questions about the venue

Where a number is our estimate, we say so.

How many guests can QT Canberra hold?
The venue seats up to 1,000 guests for a ceremony, holds 1,000 standing, and seats up to 600 for a dining reception.
What does the per-head price include?
Pricing runs from AUD 109 to AUD 185 per head and includes catering.
Can we bring our own caterer or alcohol?
No. Catering is provided in-house only, external caterers are not permitted, and corkage is not allowed. There is a bar on site.
Can we stay at the venue with our guests?
Yes. The hotel has 205 rooms, including the QT King Room, QT Twin Room, QT Superior King Room, QT Junior Suite (up to 4 guests) and the QT Two Bedroom State Suite (up to 5 guests).
Are children and pets welcome?
Yes, both children and pets are allowed, and the venue is accessible with on-site parking.

Weddings held here

2021 · QT Canberra
Melane and Marcus

We caught up with local Canberra Wedding Photographer, Jenny Wu, who captured Melane and Marcus’ big day at QT Canberra earlier this year.

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Sources and booking notes

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Sources for individual venue facts

  • Seated dinner: 600 guests

    “CABARET 550 THEATRE 1,000 BANQUET 600 COCKTAIL 1,500”
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  • Standing reception: 1,000 guests

    “With a massive 1000 guests capacity and awash in natural light, the versatile QT Ballroom features a designer lobby, a dedicated events floor with an additional 7 meeting rooms and can be divided into thirds for those looking for a more intimate locale or multiple event spaces.”
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  • Ceremony, seated: 1,000 guests

    “Min 20 / Max 1000 Ceremony Guests”
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  • Rooms: 205 rooms

    “With exceptional event spaces, secret bars and the finest of dining experiences complementing the 205 boutique guest rooms, QT Canberra offers movers, shakers, and policy makers much more than just luxury accommodation.”
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  • Room types: 5 listed

    “QT King Room”
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  • Outdoor ceremony: Yes

    “Indoor / Outdoor Ceremony”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Exquisite catering options prepared by our culinary connoisseurs will keep your guests smiling, while state of the art audiovisual equipment and complimentary high speed Wi-Fi means events run smoothly and guests stay connected.”
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  • Outside caterers allowed: No

    “Note, no food or beverage may be brought into the Hotel by any party, due to health and licensing regulations.”
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  • Bring your own wine: No

    “Note, no food or beverage may be brought into the Hotel by any party, due to health and licensing regulations.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “With secret password exclusivity, QT Lounge is a private bar made for the most special of occasions.”
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  • Price: A$109 to A$185 per head

    “Cocktail receptions in the Lounge start from $109 per person, while seated menus start from $185 per person.”
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  • Included: Catering

    “Wedding packages feature a delectable selection of canapés, as well as enticing two or three-course menu options, all carefully designed to harmonize seamlessly with each couple's unique style and preferences, ensuring a tasteful and memorable experience for all.”
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  • Pets: Yes

    “Dogs under 25kg are the sweet spot and larger dogs are welcome with a call to the hotel before booking.”
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  • Children: Yes

    “There is a menu selection for children.”
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  • Nearest airport: CBR, 20 min by car

    “CBR”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “Secure Undercover Parking Available”
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  • Step-free access: Yes

    “QT Canberra offers a beautiful, accessible space with spectacular views that suits intimate or larger weddings.”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “So you want to go big… One of the most popular Canberra ballroom spaces, the pillarless QT Ballroom offers a spectacular venue for designer weddings.”
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  • Space for dancing: Yes

    “After dancing the night away, your guests can stay in one of the hotel's 205 rooms, while you and your partner enjoy a complimentary night's stay on your wedding night.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “From our wedding planners, who literally go home and dream about the timing of your processional, to our award-winning chefs who create masterpieces on plates, to our attentive waiters who never keep you waiting, the QT wedding team are fanatical about making sure you and your guests have a simply Perfect Day.”
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A$109 to A$185a head

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