Afternoon Tea Venues for Hire in Melbourne CBD

Afternoon Tea Venues for Hire in Melbourne CBD

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Top Venues for Afternoon Tea in Melbourne CBD

Afternoon tea venues in Melbourne CBD serve up tiered trays, warm scones, and skyline views with every sip. Here, heritage hotels and hidden laneway tearooms blend classic charm with modern indulgence, where the aroma alone feels like luxury. Expect delicate sandwiches, clotted cream perfection, and matcha for those slow, blissful afternoons. Melbourne turns afternoon tea into an art form, refined, relaxed, and completely irresistible. Scroll on, your next tea adventure is just a pour away!

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Book One of Melbourne CBD's Cheap Afternoon Tea Party Spaces

Private Booths
from $1
minimum spend / per session
Private Booths
8
18
The George on Collins
(31)
Melbourne CBD
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Private space
E
Emily T.
“Such a beautiful venue for a function.”
Semi-Private Dining
from $10
per person / per session
Semi-Private Dining
20
The Bottom End
Melbourne CBD
Dining Room in a Pub
Semi-private area
If you’re not looking for a full floor but still want your own spot, we’ve got semi-private areas that seat around 20. You’ll have a section to yourselves with bar access close by, perfect for birthdays, smaller parties or
Semi-Private Dining
from $30
per person / per session
Semi-Private Dining
40
40
Mamak Melbourne
Melbourne CBD
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
A cosy space perfect for group celebrations, family dinners, and special occasions. With room for 40, it offers a more intimate setting while still keeping Mamak’s warm service and bold, authentic Malaysian flavours at the
Private Room
from $300
minimum spend / per session
Private Room
10
SOAZ 22
(1)
Melbourne CBD
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Private space
Located at the back of the restaurant and just a few steps above the main floor, our private dining room offers a quiet, elevated space ideal for groups of 8–10.
Private Dining Room 2
from $500
minimum spend / per session
Private Dining Room 2
5
Dorsett Melbourne
(1)
Melbourne CBD
Hotel
Private space
Elevate your next dining function with our light-filled private dining area or an intimate meeting for a small party size. Located on Level 2, this elegant space features floor-to-ceiling windows, premium furniture, and advanced
Private Dining Room
from $600
minimum spend / per day
Private Dining Room
12
17
Natural History Public Bar
(6)
Melbourne CBD
Pub
Semi-private area
This versatile space caters for cocktail and seated functions to suit your next intimate event. With banquette seating lining the space and eye-catching curios on the walls this space offers it all in comfort and ambience.
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Mark the Occasion in a Lovely Afternoon Tea Hotel

The Winston Room
from $1500
minimum spend / per session
The Winston Room
30
50
The Hotel Windsor
(15)
Melbourne CBD
Function Room in a Hotel
Private space
Our intimate Winston Room was the hotel’s original dining room in the late 19th century. Featuring tall, elegant windows that flood the room with natural light, it is a beautiful, romantic setting for bridal showers, small
Stanley Room
from $750
minimum spend / per day
Stanley Room
30
30
Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne
(23)
Melbourne CBD
Function Room in a Hotel
Private space
The Stanley Room at Rendezvous Grand Hotel is a function room suitable for small group events and corporate functions. The room caters to up to 30 people, both standing and seated, and boasts a restrained stylish finish.
Room 1954
from $2000
minimum spend / per session
Room 1954
26
Pullman Melbourne City Centre
(19)
Melbourne CBD
Dining Room in a Hotel
Private space
Our second hotel tower located next door and connected internally - the Mercure Welcome Melbourne, offers the Academy Room, a private meeting space as well as 330 accommodation rooms.
The Lane Restaurant
from $15000
minimum spend / per evening
The Lane Restaurant
150
300
Novotel Melbourne on Collins
(4)
Melbourne CBD
Hotel
Semi-private area
Overlooking the fashionable, tree-lined sidewalks of Collins Street it is the perfect place to experience Melbourne without leaving the hotel. The space features large floor to ceiling windows and can be booked exclusively
Airstream Rooftop Hotel
from $5500
minimum spend / per session
Airstream Rooftop Hotel
60
200
HOTEL NO
Melbourne CBD
Hotel
Whole venue
Guests are provided with fresh linens and towels in every room. Hotel No is also close to well-known landmarks such as the Eureka Tower, Southbank Promenade, and the Melbourne City Conference Centre.
Flinders Room
from $800
hire fee / per day
Flinders Room
120
150
Mantra On Russell Melbourne
(4)
Chinatown, Melbourne CBD
Meeting Room in a Hotel
Private space
Mantra on Russell is a leading cosmopolitan hotel ideally located in Melbourne’s thriving CBD with three purpose built rooms that are perfect for residential conferences, functions and small meetings right in the heart of
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Host a Memorable Afternoon Tea in One of Melbourne CBD’s Charming Restaurants

Phoenix
from $88
per person / per session
Phoenix
12
12
Ming Dining Restaurant & Bar
(3)
Melbourne CBD
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Private space
Located in Melbourne's CBD, the Phoenix Room at Ming Dining Restaurant & Bar is an elegant and intimate private space, ideal for birthday parties, family gatherings, business dinners, client receptions, and small private
Daytime Canapé Functions
from $60
per person / per session
Daytime Canapé Functions
80
Izakaya Miyazaki
Melbourne CBD
Restaurant
Whole venue
Exclusive use of the entire venue, for 15 to 80 guests. We can hold canapé functions during the day, Monday to Thursday, when the restaurant is closed to the public.
Whole Restaurant
from $1450
minimum spend / per session
Whole Restaurant
60
100
Akaiito Restaurant
Melbourne CBD
Restaurant
Whole venue
Large group bookings of up to 26 guests for semi-private spaces and whole restaurant reservations available via enquiry.
Restaurant & Bar
from $30
per person / per session
Restaurant & Bar
150
The Yankee's Restaurant & Bar
Melbourne CBD
Restaurant
Private space
Welcome to The Yankee’s Restaurant & Bar Melbourne CBD, where our flavour artists bring American street food culture to the mainstream, with meaty, juicy burger greatness, thirst-quenching drinks and good times you’ll want
Semi-Private Dining
from $2750
minimum spend / per session
Semi-Private Dining
60
80
SOAZ 22
(1)
Melbourne CBD
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
The room is located in the rear area of the restaurant, gently partitioned and has a discreet entrance. This partitioning allows for a level of seclusion without complete disconnection from the restaurant’s energetic vibes.
Entire Venue
from $4000
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
90
100
Salted Egg Melbourne
Melbourne CBD
Restaurant
Whole venue
Salted Egg is a contemporary Southeast Asian restaurant built around a bold, flavour-led menu influenced by Thai cooking. Located on level one, the restaurant is reached by a winding golden staircase from the lobby.
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Afternoon Tea Venues for Hire in Melbourne CBD

FAQs about Top Venues for Afternoon Tea in Melbourne CBD

Booking costs of afternoon tea venues average $3000 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Melbourne CBD, based on Tagvenue data from August 2026:

Prices of afternoon tea venues in Melbourne CBD
From $1050 to $5000 minimum spend per event
From $35 to $95 per person
From $500 to $2000 hire fee per event

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2026), the best options include:

You'll find afternoon tea 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 (August 2026):

Small up to 30 guests prices average $1000 minimum spend per event
Medium between 50 and 80 guests prices average $2750 minimum spend per event
Large over 110 guests prices average $5000 minimum spend per event

Based on Tagvenue data (as of August 2026), users looking for afternoon tea venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Restaurant prices average $2000 minimum spend per event typically between 40 and 100 guests
Dining Room prices average $1400 minimum spend per event typically between 15 and 40 guests
Hotel prices average $3500 minimum spend per event typically between 15 and 150 guests
Pub prices average $5000 minimum spend per event typically between 20 and 85 guests
Meeting Room prices average $2000 minimum spend per event typically between 50 and 100 guests

Smaller afternoon tea venues usually fit up to 30 guests seated. Here are some great options in Melbourne CBD, based on Tagvenue data as of August 2026:

  • Private Booths at The George on Collins, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 18 guests
    Our user said: ‘Wow, service was amazing, and food was to die for!’

  • Semi-PDR at Freyja - dining room for 30 guests
    Venue said: Shielded by soft curtains, the space feels refined yet warmly connected – offering a perfect setting for memorable moments.

  • Private Meeting Room at Pegasus Apart Hotel, rated 4.6/5 - meeting room for 4 guests
    Venue said: These spaces are available within our Executive Accommodation Rooms. Water / Tea and Pod Coffee machines are available within the existing room set up and can be hired with or without the accommodation component any where...

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