Catering exclusively to groups, Bush Capital Lodge offers a safe and friendly environment in a tranquil bushland setting, just minutes drive from Canberra’s major attractions.

Bush Capital Lodge (BCL) caters exclusively to groups and is located just 10 minutes away from Canberra’s major attractions. BCL has enclosed grounds, providing a safe and welcoming environment for up to 180 guests in two dorm-style buildings. Groups of 100 in Banksia Lodge and groups of 50 in Wattle Lodge are well suited to this property. Rooms are secured by keypad entry, all accessible via internal corridors. Tranquil bushland surrounds our outdoor recreation areas and sporting grounds, with kilometres of hiking trails within close access. Free WiFi is available for adults.

u003ch2u003eFacilitiesu003c/h2u003ernThe Lodge includes separate driver rooms, and accommodates up to 178 people in dorm-style rooms of 4, 8, 10 and 12. Beds are bunk style with all linen provided. There is plenty of space, with large indoor common rooms with television/DVD.rnrnWe have two dorm-style buildings – Banksia Lodge and Wattle Lodge. Larger groups are suited to Banksia Lodge, with smaller groups more suited to Wattle Lodge.rnrnThere is also Wi-Fi access available to teachers. The Lodge offers climate controlled rooms, heated indoor areas, a barbecue terrace and an outdoor recreation space (including kilometres of surrounding hiking trails). Ample off-street coach parking is available.rnrnFully catered accommodation packages are available. Where available, teachers’ rooms include TV, coffee/tea, refrigerator and private bathrooms. Free coach driver accommodation is also provided.rnu003ch3u003eFacilities Includeu003c/h3u003ernu003culu003ern tu003cliu003eAll linen providedu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eReverse cycle air conditioningu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eBBQ Terraceu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eOutdoor recreation spaceu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eAmple off street coach parkingu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eBasketball Layupu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eVolleyball courtu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eWalking trails in adjacent reserveu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003ePool Table and Foosball tablesu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eWiFi Internet accessu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003ePlasma screen TVs.u003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003e

u003ch2u003eSecurityu003c/h2u003ernFor your security and safety we have CCTV cameras, a back-to base fire alarm monitor connected to all rooms. The main entrance, bedrooms and all bathrooms are secured by keypad entry, and access to all rooms is via internal corridors.

u003ch2u003eCateringu003c/h2u003ernWe offer a full catering service with healthy and nutritious meals to suit your group’s needs. Customised lunches are available, with special diets happily accommodated. Please call to discuss your needs with our friendly staff.

u003ch2u003eVisiting Canberrau003c/h2u003ernBush Capital Lodge is located in O’Connor in Canberra’s inner north, surrounded by O’Connor’s Ridge and Bruce Ridge nature reserves with plenty of bush walking and wildlife.rnrnHome to the Australian National Collection, you can explore culture, art and history throughout our museums, galleries and archives. You can see embassies, landmarks, markets, shopping, food and wine. There’s something for everyone in Canberra!rnrnFor a cultural hit, visit any of our National Galleries, the u003ca href=u0022https://newacton.com.au/place/nishi-gallery/u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noopeneru0022u003eNishi Galleryu003c/au003e, or the u003ca href=u0022https://www.palacecinemas.com.au/u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noopeneru0022u003ePalace Electric Theatreu003c/au003e.rnrnThere are plenty of food options for those who want to try out the bustling restaurant scene, like u003ca href=u0022https://www.bicicletta.com.au/u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noopeneru0022u003eBiciclettau003c/au003e, u003ca href=u0022https://www.rebelrebeldining.com.au/u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noopeneru0022u003eRebel Rebelu003c/au003e, or u003ca href=u0022https://www.lazy-su.com.au/u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noopeneru0022u003eLazy Suu003c/au003e.rnrnWant to explore more? Have a look at all the experiences, places and attractions that the Canberra Region offers u003ca href=u0022https://ymcacanberra.org.au/accommodation/things-to-do-in-canberra/u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noopeneru0022u003ehereu003c/au003e!

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