Manuka is set to welcome a major new addition to its precinct, with global brand Hilton officially confirming its debut in the national capital. Scheduled to open in early 2027, Hilton Canberra Manuka will bring 184 rooms alongside a suite of fresh dining and event facilities right to Franklin Street.
A New Hub on Franklin Street
Located at 15–17 Franklin Street directly opposite Manuka Oval, the property is being delivered under a franchise agreement with ICC Development Group following a private investment by the Liangis family. Guest rooms will range from 32 to 45 square metres, complemented by eight dedicated suites. Onsite amenities will include an all-day dining restaurant and bar, an executive lounge, fitness and wellness facilities, a sauna, and a pool. The wider site plan also incorporates ground-level retail, extra dining venues, and a cinema.
Events and Local Impact
Designed to cater to matchgoers at Manuka Oval, corporate travelers, and visiting families, the hotel features custom event spaces including a ballroom and a multifunction area capable of dividing into four separate rooms. The project is expected to create between 100 and 120 ongoing full-time, part-time, and casual jobs across hotel operations, while driving foot traffic to surrounding local businesses and suppliers across the precinct.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
Location: 15–17 Franklin Street, Manuka
Dates/Times: Opening expected early 2027
Ticketing/Booking: Direct bookings and Hilton Honors benefits opening closer to launch
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