Conference Rooms for Hire in Melbourne

Prices of conference rooms average around $1000 hire fee per day. The exact costs depend on the room size, audiovisual equipment (such as projectors or microphones), or high-speed Wi-Fi. Additional services, such as catering or on-site coordinators, may cost extra. Flexible configurations for presentations, workshops, or networking, along with amenities such as parking or dedicated breakout rooms, will also affect the price. See usual price ranges in Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data, as of April 2026:

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

• Chancellor Two at Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Everything was well organised. Food was good and plenty of it.’

• Conference Rooms at Cliftons Melbourne - Collins St in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.7/5
  Venue said: From stylish boardrooms, meeting rooms to company kickoffs, our venues have it all. We offer modern amenities such as high-speed internet access, digital whiteboards, projectors, multimedia capabilities and audio-visual equipment...

• Victoria Room at MainStay Suites Abbotsford in Abbotsford - rated 4.7/5
  Venue said: MainStay Suites Abbotsford serviced apartment style hotel rooms offer residents a relaxed and comfortable Melbourne accommodation experience perfect for short or long stays.

You'll find conference 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 Melbourne, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (April 2026):

These are the venues within 500 m from central Melbourne, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Auditorium at Melbourne City Conference Centre on 333 Swanston Street - 100 m from centre.
  Venue said: Conveniently located near Melbourne Central Station, with effortless accessibility, it features tiered seating for over 700 people and incorporates contemporary audiovisual elements.
• Chancellor Two at Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne on 131 Lonsdale Street - 400 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Everything was well organised. Food was good and plenty of it.’
• Australia Room 1+2 at Novotel Melbourne on Collins on 270 Collins Street - 500 m from centre.
  Venue said: Beyond leisure, Novotel Melbourne on Collins caters to business needs with eight versatile conference and event facilities. Whether it's a corporate meeting, a lavish wedding, or an intimate gathering, the hotel's dedicated...

You can find a lot of workspaces for hire in the city but a few key areas have excellent options for your professional needs.

• The Central Business District (CBD) offers an extensive selection of conference rooms in various sizes and styles, conveniently located near public transport. However, it is an expensive area, and booking a room can be challenging due to high demand.
• South Yarra and Prahran are stylish and trendy areas with a variety of modern conference rooms. Close to the CBD, these areas also boast a good selection of restaurants and bars for pre- or post-conference activities. However, parking can be difficult to find.
• St Kilda has conference rooms with beach views and numerous nearby team-building activities. While the scenic location is attractive, conference room availability is limited, making it challenging to find a suitable venue. Additionally, St Kilda is outside the city centre.
• Docklands features plenty of modern and spacious conference rooms with waterfront views, including large venues suitable for big conferences. Despite the beautiful setting, this area may be less convenient for public transport access.
• Richmond is an up-and-coming area with trendy conference rooms and co-working spaces, often more affordable than those in the CBD. However, the selection of conference rooms is more limited compared to the CBD.

AV equipment inclusion in the hire fee for conference rooms in Melbourne is not guaranteed and can vary depending on several factors:

• High-end conference centres often include basic AV equipment (projector, screen) in the room rental fee but might charge extra for more advanced setups (multiple microphones, sound systems).
• Hotels might include basic equipment with fancier setups requiring additional rental fees.
• Community centres or co-working spaces might have limited or no AV equipment included, requiring you to rent it separately.

Some venues offer conference room packages that include AV equipment, catering, and other services at a bundled price. This can be a good option if you need all these services. Depending on the venue and your booking flexibility, there might be some room for negotiation on the AV equipment rental fee.