Student Accommodation

Want to book a Canberra trip for your school or group?

The Y Canberra Region specialises in student accommodation. Find out more about our accommodation properties that offer a safe base for students and groups of all ages.

Discover your ideal group accommodation in Canberra! The Y offers something for every group requirement and budget.
Each year the Canberra Region welcomes students to the ACT to learn about democracy, science and culture. Located in Australia’s Bush Capital, The Y Canberra Region can offer accommodation across two unique sites. Leumeah Lodge is located in the Gold Creek Village, just off the Barton Highway, and Bush Capital Lodge is located in O’Connor in a beautiful bush setting just minutes from the Canberra city.

The Y Canberra Region is accredited with a level 5 Safeguarding rating through the ACF and are a not-for-profit organisation that operaties with and for young people. Our goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment that helps shape the experiences of young people during their Canberra excursion.

The Y is Safeguarding accredited

We put the safety of our children and young people first, and are nationally accredited by the Australian Childhood Foundation.

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Our Properties

Leumeah Lodge

Leumeah Lodge is the ideal place to stay for your Canberrra Adventure. Located just off the Barton Highway, in the family friendly Gold Creek Village it is perfect for school groups, sporting groups, events, families and free indendent travellers. Offering hotel style or bunk accommodation in modern, spacious rooms, full catering and ample free parking for up to 300 guests.

Bush Capital Lodge

Catering exclsuively to groups, Bush Capital Lodge offers a safe and welcoming envronment in a tranquil bush setting, only minutes from many of Canberra’s major attractions. Boasting affordable dorm style accommodation and full catering, it is a great choice for your next school, sporting or group booking. With common spaces and outdoor recreational areas available.

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Parliament and Civics Education Rebate

The Parliament and Civics Education Rebate (PACER) program is an Australian Government initiative that provides financial assistance to support students’ on-site learning about national democratic, historical and cultural institutions in Canberra. All PACER approved Institutions provide educational programs that directly align to the Australian Curriculum.

Book excursions to Australia’s National Capital

The Book Canberra Excursions system enables tour operators, schools and social groups to easily book into National Attractions prior to visiting Canberra and the surrounding region.

Gold Creek Family Adventure Package

Stay in a spacious family room at Leumeah Lodge at Gold Creek and visit our neighbours with your Gold Creek Adventure Ticket allowing full-day discounted access to the National Dinosaur Museum, Cockington Green Gardens, Canberra Walk In Aviary and the Canberra Reptile Zoo.