Affordable Venues for Hire in Melbourne

Affordable Venues Hire Guide

Ready to check out affordable venues in Melbourne? Let’s start with a small, budget-friendly venue hire guide!

Budget-friendly venues in Melbourne: A guide to hiring the best deals

Melbourne is a bustling metropolis with many exciting, affordable venues. Unfortunately, many of them can be expensive. However, great and affordable options are available. You just need to keep your eyes peeled and your tabs open on Tagvenue’s main page in order to book the best locales!

Start your search for low-cost spaces with the city administration. They offer a variety of community spaces for resident use. Great for meetings or workshops, receptions or parties, these function spaces are available in a variety of sizes across the city in libraries, recreation centres, community halls, parks and other public spaces. You can even book rooms in the Melbourne Town Hall. 

If you are seeking an inexpensive hire for a wedding or other more formal event, you need to broaden your hunt a bit. The city has a variety of unique and funky venues in the cafe-rich section of Melbourne known as the Inner City. In Carlton, Collingwood and Abbotsford, for example, you can hire an entire venue for a reasonable flat fee of around $1000.

Another option is a smaller-sized function room in a pub or bar, which can offer you a minimum spend option, allowing you to secure the space for free as long as you ensure your guests spend a certain agreed-upon amount. 

If you need a meeting room or more formal space for a conference call or training, you can find a cheap meeting room for a quite affordable price in co-working spaces throughout the city. These shared office spaces offer rooms of varying sizes, along with refreshments or via an on-site kitchen. These also offer a quite reasonable service, with daily fees starting around $40, and monthly membership plans as well. Prices vary depending on room size and duration.

How to get the most affordable event venue hire in Melbourne: Our top tips

• Don’t be afraid to negotiate – our team at Tagvenue has already done the research. Use our website to compare prices, see what venue packages are available and then negotiate with your preferred affordable function venues in Melbourne for the best deal.
• Stay flexible - if you want to hire venues more affordably, then staying flexible is a great way to start your search. Enquire about low-season or off-peak venue rates. Always request an itemised quote so you can see exactly what you are being charged for. There are times in the year and even the week when you can book spaces at a much better price. Sometimes even as much as half off! And, of course, keep your mind open about the type of space you want to book. Sometimes a smaller venue, or one in a different part of the city, may turn out to be more affordable, yet much better than the one you previously had in mind.
• Check out the food and beverage options - some budget-friendly spaces will offer catering and drinks, but in others, you will be able to get external options, which may happen to be much less expensive. And if you prefer to dine in the venue, getting your own alcohol might still be possible. A typical BYOB option is a sure way to pay less.
• Need special amenities? Check if they’re included in the venue price. Your event might need something extra, whether it’s live music, equipment or anything else that might come in handy. Check out if the venue you’re after already has this included in the price or if you will have to order on top of your venue cost. Sometimes it might be better to book something extra yourself; other times, it could make sense to pay for the venue and for the staff to handle the rest. Choose appropriately!
• Don’t lose sight of your priorities. We know that the price is an important factor, but make sure not to forget about what you really want and need from the venue. It’s not a good idea to spend money on a space you’re only halfway happy with.
• Don’t forget about extra fees. Make sure to ask about any extra fees or hidden costs. Here at Tagvenue, we stay transparent with the prices, but make sure that you’re familiar with everything that the contract covers. 

Now you know how to rent affordably, it’s time to check out some fab venue suggestions that were brought together by the team. If you still have some questions, then make sure to head to the FAQ section below, where we answer some of the most common questions!

FAQs about Affordable Venues in Melbourne

Are there affordable venues in Melbourne that can be booked for under $50 per person?

For sure! The prices that you can expect for budget-friendly venues fall under the price of $50 per person (usually for wedding venues), and also come in the price range of $300 to $700 per session. Of course, you’ll be able to find more expensive options as well.

Can you recommend some affordable wedding venues in Melbourne?

• Crystal Hall at The Russian House - This elegant yet budget-friendly venue for your wedding will win over most couples! It operates on hourly fees and is located in Collingwood, close to multiple bus and tram stops, as well as the major Johnston Street.
• The Oak Room at Batman's Hill on Collins - Marbled checkerboard floors? Wood-panelled walls? And yes, high vaulted ceilings. Doesn’t sound affordable? Well, for only $500 per day it doesn’t sound so bad to us!

Where are the most budget-friendly venues located in Melbourne?

Head to Southbank for some of the most affordable venues in Melbourne. Other neighbourhoods you should also check out are: South Yarra, Carlton and East Melbourne. However, there are many options spread out all over the city so check out our Tagvenue map for the best options in Melbourne!

What are the different types of affordable venues that I can hire in Melbourne?

Check out Melbourne’s affordable venues, which are perfect for all occasions. Take a look at the many affordable wedding venues, budget-friendly meeting rooms and cost efficient outdoor venues. There are also many unique venues which you’ve surely not found anywhere else!