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Top Affordable Venues in Melbourne CBD
Don’t let a tight budget stop you from hosting your dream event in Melbourne CBD. From chic cocktail bars on Collins Street to private lounges near Federation Square and outdoor spaces in Dockland, the city has plenty of affordable venues for every occasion. Tagvenue’s platform gives you access to the best cheap event venues in the area and allows you to chat directly with venue managers, ensuring a smooth booking process. Your ideal Melbourne event is just a search away!
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![Champagne Lounge at La Di Da in Melbourne CBD]()
from $2300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityChampagne Lounge
100 guestsLa Di DaMelbourne CBD
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RRobyn .
“Our friends and family were impressed and said they would definitely book the venue for their own functions.” -
![Cocktail Bar at La Di Da in Melbourne CBD]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCocktail Bar
80 guestsLa Di DaMelbourne CBD
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EEngagement P.
“I will definitely recommend to anyone looking for an event space in Melbourne.” -
![Main Room at La Di Da in Melbourne CBD]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Room
350 guestsLa Di DaMelbourne CBD
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JJazz
“The venue space, the bar and the food were all amazing.” -
![Level 2 Bar at The Oxford Scholar in Melbourne CBD]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLevel 2 Bar
60 guestsThe Oxford ScholarMelbourne CBDLLovely V.
“Great space. Good value with having a minimum spend, instead of a hire fee. We really enjoyed our night.” -
![Basement at La Di Da in Melbourne CBD]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBasement
150 guestsLa Di DaMelbourne CBD
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MMichelle P.
“Had the best time at our function at La Di Da. Great venue and a great team that took great care of us.” -
![The Oakroom at Batman's Hill on Collins in Melbourne CBD]()
from $59
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Oakroom
200 guestsBatman's Hill on CollinsMelbourne CBDKKaren F.
“Wendy and staff were excellent. Nothing was too hard. Beautiful venue. Excellent location.” -
![Zinc at Zinc at Fed Square in Melbourne CBD]()
from $20000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityZinc
1100 guestsZinc at Fed SquareMelbourne CBDWWorld S.
“The venue and location was lovely” -
![Chloe's Rooms at Young & Jacksons in Melbourne CBD]()
from $25
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityChloe's Rooms
110 guestsYoung & JacksonsMelbourne CBDMMyra B.
“I would recommend booking Y&J for your event. The staff were lovely and really helpful.” -
![The Atrium at The Oxford Scholar in Melbourne CBD]()
from $350
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Atrium
100 guestsThe Oxford ScholarMelbourne CBDDDom M.
“The space was prepared exactly as to needs for the event. Would definitely book in here again.” -
![The Lounge at The Cluster in Melbourne CBD]()
from $1650
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Lounge
80 guestsThe ClusterMelbourne CBDRRichard S.
“Private space, kitchen and the small break out rooms, ideal for our requirements” -
![The Garden Room Bistro at Batman's Hill on Collins in Melbourne CBD]()
from $59
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Garden Room Bistro
100 guestsBatman's Hill on CollinsMelbourne CBDJJacqueline C.
“The function room provided everything we needed and the catering was perfect and catered for our needs.” -
![Narnia Booth at Storyville in Melbourne CBD]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityNarnia Booth
30 guestsStoryvilleMelbourne CBDRRasrdh I.
“Loved the presentation and ambience of the venue itself - its dark but cozy and very charming.”
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“Fantastic space, perfect size for my workshop. Jeanette was super helpful & easy to communicate with.”
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FAQs about Top Affordable Venues in Melbourne CBD
The cost of affordable venues in Melbourne CBD averages around $2500 minimum spend per event. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Melbourne CBD, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From $1500 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $35 | to $75 | per person |
| From $850 | to $1950 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
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Chloe's Rooms at Young & Jacksons in Melbourne CBD - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Everything was perfect. I would recommend booking Y&J for your event.’ -
Champagne Lounge at La Di Da in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Incredible venue! Could not fault the staff, the food, the service, the space, nothing!’ -
Level 2 Bar at The Oxford Scholar in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Easy to find, nice decor. Great space. Good value with having a minimum spend, instead of a hire fee.’
You'll find affordable venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Melbourne CBD, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small affordable venues | up to 55 guests | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium affordable venues | between 85 and 120 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
| Large affordable venues | over 180 guests | prices average $7000 minimum spend per event |
