Got a hen's party, birthday party or just a gathering of friends coming up that you want to make a bit more special than hosting it in the usual pub? Then look no further! We’ve compiled a list of bars with private rooms in Sydney that offer a fantastic range of food and beverage packages, one-of-a-kind ambience and much-needed privacy. Whether you're after some cocktails, shots, champagne or a full-on feast, these venues have something for everyone. So take the shot and start browsing our list now!
Booking costs of bars with private rooms 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 Sydney, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $2000 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $30 | to $95 | per person |
| From $330 | to $3300 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Basement Area at Hideout Bar
in Neutral Bay - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue, excellent location. Wonderful cocktails and amazing bar tender.’
The Gold Bar at Tatler Sydney
in Darlinghurst - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We hired the gold bar and our group loved it.’
Entire Venue at Stanley's on Stanley
in Darlinghurst - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Amazing venue. Great staff. Good times all round would book again 10/10...’
You'll find bars with private rooms 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 Sydney, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 55 guests | prices average $1800 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 110 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 140 guests | prices average $6050 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 250 m from central Sydney, available to book on Tagvenue:
In Sydney, bars with private rooms are most commonly booked for 30 to 75 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
| Party | Usually between $1,000 and $3,000. |
User who booked The Gold Bar at Tatler Sydney for 50 guests
said: ‘We hired the gold bar and our group loved it.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between $500 and $1,200. |
User who booked Terrace Bar at Dunkirk Hotel for 75 guests
said: ‘Dunkirk Hotel Terrace room was the perfect venue for our daughters 21st.’ |
| Drinks Reception | Usually between $850 and $3,000. |
User who booked The Garden Bar and Terrace at Tatler Sydney for 40 guests
said: ‘Brendan was amazingly helpful organising my last minute event.’ |
Some of our listings are extremely popular, so act fast in case you don’t want anyone to snatch it from you! But generally, the best time to book a bar with a private room for your event is anywhere between 12 to 2 weeks. This is the ideal time to find the venues that you like, compare their offers and pick the one that offers what you need in your price range.
Bars with private rooms offer a secluded space with plenty of privacy, so they’re perfect for any occasion, really! These fun spots are great options to host birthday parties, surprise parties, laid-back weddings, anniversaries of all sorts and milestone celebrations. Some of them offer a bigger capacity, so you don’t have to limit your guest list to only a few of your closest friends and throw a fantastic bash for a bigger crowd.
Page last updated in September 2026
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