The room was clean and the set up was ready to go and easy to use. The team at the front desk were also very helpful - much appreciated
Top Places for Conferences in Sydney CBD
Sydney CBD attracts heaps of professionals from all over the world for conferences, meetups and conventions of all kinds. The district is mainly famous for the iconic Sydney Opera House, awe-inspiring views of the Sydney Harbour and some really distinctive landmarks, including the Sydney Tower, St. James Church and The Sydney Mint. There’s plenty to see and discover, but what about the choice of conference venues on offer? This central hub is full of hotels with no shortage of conference facilities – perfect if you’d like to have accommodation for your attendees on the spot. Many office buildings in the Central Business District offer conference rooms, and there are heaps of hidden gems, too. To top it all off, the district is easily accessible from a multitude of locations via public transport and the Princes Highway. What’s not to love?
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from $250
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityTown Hall
100 guestsCentredHaymarket, Sydney CBD#Supervenue
PParu M.
“We held a conference with 80 people over two days at Centred and this was the perfect venue!” -
from $92
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityKent 1 and 2
110 guestsFraser Suites SydneySydney CBDJJoanne B.
“We had a large group of very hard to please people and we all loved the venue and the service” -
from $4000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityGrand Criterion
110 guestsRydges Darling SquareSydney CBD#Supervenue
Within walking distance of Darling Harbour and Chinatown, it is the ideal venue for your next conference or event. From training seminars to boardroom meetings, corporate conferences, and social events, the hotel boasts five
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from $75
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityProject Room
10 guestsCentredHaymarket, Sydney CBD#Supervenue
PPeter K.
“Great facility in a central location, this was a great room for small meetings.” -
from $90
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityDarling Harbour
120 guestsNovotel Sydney Darling SquareChinatown, Sydney CBDSSamantha C.
“An outstanding venue made even better by an exceptional team who truly looked after us.” -
from $4000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityBlaxland B
100 guestsSwissotel SydneySydney CBDThe room is an open-plan hotel conference space with neutral carpets and pale walls that create a practical, uncluttered working environment. Broad floor area allows flexible furniture layouts and group zones.
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from $200
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityGloucester Room 1 & 2
50 guestsSebel Quay West Suites SydneyThe Rocks, Sydney CBDPPenny P.
“The food was incredible and the Venue perfect for us. The Wifi was little slow so check it out.” -
from $1210
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityCorinthian Room
110 guestsSydney Masonic CentreSydney CBDTTania G.
“It was easy to book, easy to organise, and the event was spectacular. The food was great too.” -
from $1500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityForresters
35 guestsRydges Darling SquareSydney CBD#Supervenue
Rydges Darling Square Apartment Hotel, located at the corner of Liverpool and Sussex Streets in Sydney’s CBD, is the ideal venue for your next conference or event.
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from $1200
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityBoardroom
25 guestsFraser Suites SydneySydney CBDThe boardroom is a rectangular, carpeted room centred on a long conference table and modern leather chairs. A large window delivers natural light and has blackout curtains to control brightness.
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from $65
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityConference Rooms
240 guestsCliftons Sydney Margaret StSydney CBDCliftons conference rooms are tailorable to your specific requirements. Your conference experience can include optional services such as guest registration on arrival, chef-created dining and exquisite canapé networking functions.
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from $4998
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityExtra Large Room
180 guestsKarstens SydneyThe Rocks, Sydney CBDOur Extra Large Room is a perfect choice for a wide range of events such as: meetings, conferences, product launches, seminars, and corporate gatherings, thanks to its ample seating capacity and contemporary conveniences.
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FAQs about Top Places for Conferences in Sydney CBD
Prices of conference venues average around $85 per person. 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 Sydney CBD, based on Tagvenue data:
| Typically between $79 | and $100 | per person |
| Typically between $2000 | and $7700 | minimum spend per event |
| Typically between $900 | and $2506 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:
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Town Hall at Centred in Haymarket - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Great facility in a central location, this was a great room for small meetings.’ -
Kent 1 and 2 at Fraser Suites Sydney in Sydney CBD - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘We had a large group of very hard to please people and we all loved the venue and the service...’ -
Grand Criterion at Rydges Darling Square in Sydney CBD - rated 4.8/5
Venue said: From training seminars to boardroom meetings, corporate conferences, and social events, the hotel boasts five versatile event rooms that are spacious, offer ample natural light, and provide complimentary Wi-Fi.
You'll find conference 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 Sydney CBD, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average $150 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 60 and 120 guests | prices average $3200 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 140 guests | prices average $11000 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of November 2026), users looking for conference venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Meeting Room | prices average $3200 minimum spend per event | typically between 35 and 100 guests |
| Hotel | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 200 guests |
| Conference Centre | prices average $1474 hire fee per day | typically between 110 and 200 guests |
| Function Room | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event | typically between 120 and 130 guests |
| Auditorium / Conference Room | prices average $924 hire fee per hour | typically between 125 and 200 guests |
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Meeting Room 2 at Centred, rated 4.8/5 - meeting room for 10 guests
Our user said: ‘Friendly, helpful staff. Great location Impeccably presented Works for us and we will continue to come back...’ -
Lindsay Room at Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney, rated 4.7/5 - meeting room for 40 guests
Venue said: A luxurious meeting room highly suited for smaller focus groups, business meetings, and training sessions. It has all facilities needed to successfully conduct many types of office meetings. -
Standard Room at Karstens Sydney, rated 4.7/5 - meeting room for 30 guests
Venue said: Venue highlights: The venue offers a range of meeting spaces from boardrooms to extra-large training and conference rooms. On-site services include complimentary water, tea and coffee and a lift to all floors.
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Gloucester Room 1 & 2 at Sebel Quay West Suites Sydney, from $1500 minimum spend per event (up to 50 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘I was very impressed with the Sebel Quay, the room was nicely set up and all our needs were taken care of.’ -
Meeting Room 2 at Centred, from $90 hire fee per hour (up to 10 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘Friendly, helpful staff. Great location Impeccably presented Works for us and we will continue to come back...’ -
Corporate Event Space at Cliftons Sydney Margaret St, from $65 per person (up to 240 guests seated)
Venue said: With a wide range of exquisite spaces available for your next big event or intimate gathering. From stylish boardroom meeting rooms to company kickoffs, our venues have it all.
Full of shiny skyscrapers and state-of-the-art conference centres that are sure to impress, Barangaroo, in the north-western edge of Sydney CBD, really has a lot to offer. If you’re keen on a conference venue with a unique historical charm, there’s no better place than The Rocks. The area is facing the Sydney Opera House, so amazing waterfront views are highly likely to be included! Dreaming of a conference with a view of the Sydney Harbour Bridge? Dawes Point is the place to go!
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