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Top Function Rooms in Docklands
On the lookout for a function room near the water in Melbourne but not really feeling anything around Albert Park or St Kilda? Fair enough, there are other options out there. Have a look at the Docklands, which feature some of the best function rooms that the Melbourne private hire scene has to offer. The places that offer their spaces for hire are as diverse as the Docklands themselves, so let us help you take some of the legwork out of finding the right space for your event. Have a look through our listings and use our array of search options to see what jumps out at you around the Docklands.
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![Waterfront Bar at The Promenade Docklands in Docklands, Melbourne]()
from $2475
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityWaterfront Bar
120 guestsThe Promenade DocklandsDocklands, MelbourneMMelissa H.
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![Promenade at Melbourne Marriott Hotel Docklands in Docklands, Melbourne]()
from $8000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityPromenade
200 guestsMelbourne Marriott Hotel DocklandsDocklands, MelbourneThis elegant ballroom-style function room offers a versatile space that can accommodate up to 120 guests for seated dining, making it ideal for a variety of events. -
![Harbourview Room at The Promenade Docklands in Docklands, Melbourne]()
from $2200
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityHarbourview Room
500 guestsThe Promenade DocklandsDocklands, MelbourneCChevonne M.
“We hosted a fantastic three-day event at the Promenade and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. ” -
![Function Room at Gaylord Indian Restaurant in Docklands, Melbourne]()
from $60
per person / per dayCheck availabilityFunction Room
50 guestsGaylord Indian RestaurantDocklands, MelbourneGaylord Indian Restaurant offers a private function room suitable for various events, providing a comfortable setting with quality food and drink options. -
![Waterfront Room + Bar at The Promenade Docklands in Docklands, Melbourne]()
from $3465
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityWaterfront Room + Bar
650 guestsThe Promenade DocklandsDocklands, MelbourneWith a private bridal suite for you and your party, and an outdoor terrace for guests to gather for pre-dinner drinks and canapés, this room is perfect for up to 180 guests seated or 600 guests cocktail with the Waterfront -
![Victoria Room at The Promenade Docklands in Docklands, Melbourne]()
from $1455
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityVictoria Room
70 guestsThe Promenade DocklandsDocklands, MelbourneThe Victoria Room presents an ideal space suitable as a breakout room in conjunction with our Waterfront Room + Bar, smaller corporate events or private intimate gatherings. -
![Sunset House at Melbourne Marriott Hotel Docklands in Docklands, Melbourne]()
from $3000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilitySunset House
80 guestsMelbourne Marriott Hotel DocklandsDocklands, MelbourneSunset House features its own bar, private bathrooms, and stunning floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing scenic views of the Docklands. -
![Room 23A at Collins Square in Docklands, Melbourne]()
from $121
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRoom 23A
16 guestsCollins SquareDocklands, MelbourneBBrady C.
“Plus, the first coffee is free if you have a meeting room booked! ” -
![Atrium Three at Pearl Riverfront in Docklands, Melbourne]()
from $95
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityAtrium Three
40 guestsPearl RiverfrontDocklands, MelbourneThis space features a striking architectural ceiling that harmoniously interacts with the natural light pouring in from the glass panels above, creating a dynamic and airy atmosphere. -
![Conference Space at Fox Classic Car Museum in Docklands, Melbourne]()
from $2915
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityConference Space
50 guestsFox Classic Car MuseumDocklands, MelbourneThe venue offers a point of difference from a conventional function room as well as providing an opportunity to create a different atmosphere. It is a venue that sets the tone for an exclusive and memorable event. -
![Conference Room at Gaylord Indian Restaurant in Docklands, Melbourne]()
from $150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityConference Room
50 guestsGaylord Indian RestaurantDocklands, MelbourneGaylord in The Grand Hotel Melbourne has one of Melbournes unique meeting and conference venues. A stunning architectural landmark built in the late 1800s to serve as the headquarters for the Victorian Railway Administration -
![Studio 1 at Pearl Riverfront in Docklands, Melbourne]()
from $95
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityStudio 1
100 guestsPearl RiverfrontDocklands, MelbourneStudio 1 at Pearl Riverfront offers a modern and dynamic meeting space perfect for interactive sessions and corporate workshops. The studio features a clean, professional design with contemporary furniture and striking blue
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FAQs about Top Function Rooms in Docklands
Function rooms in the Docklands can be priced in a few different ways, usually depending on the venue type. Versatile event spaces, meeting rooms, and studios often have hire fees, which start at around $33 per hour or $300 per session. These prices usually include the use of space and some of the facilities, so you might face many additional costs when organising the event. Minimum spend is a model often used at bars and restaurants in the Docklands. The prices for these can range anywhere from $1,300 up to over $8,000, as they are calculated based on many different factors such as the size and time of the event. You should be able to find convenient package deals at many types of function rooms, averaging between $30 and $90 per person. (All data from Tagvenue.)
If you want to book the perfect function room easily and without much hassle, use our free venue finder! Our smart search features will help you find the optimal venue for your event, but first you need to make some decisions. Start by determining your budget and guest list, the price and capacity are primarily what you need to take into account. Make a list of facilities you will need to run the event as planned, but keep in mind that finding the perfectly equipped space in the Docklands is not always possible - a great way to overcome this is to check if you can rent out some of the equipment and bring it by yourself! However, there might be some requirements that can’t be overlooked, such as wheelchair accessibility or catering that can satisfy your guests’ dietary restrictions.
After you know what you’re looking for, adjust the search filters and easily narrow down the results. At this stage, you can start reading reviews, looking at photos, and checking pricing details of the function rooms available. Make a shortlist of your favourite spaces and fill out the enquiry forms - you’ll be in touch with a venue manager before you know it! Just remember to keep more than one function room and, if possible, a few alternative dates in mind.
There are! If you’re organising a large conference, party, or even a wedding reception, these function spaces in the Docklands will fit a lengthy guest list:
- Cargo Hall - This beautiful and versatile event space will accommodate up to 220 people for a sit-down dinner or even 600 for a cocktail-style reception!
- Harbourview Room at The Promenade Docklands - If you’re looking for a large function space with unmatched views of Melbourne, this venue at Newquay Promenade is a great choice! The room has a capacity of 320 guests seated or 550 standing.
Your Guide to Hiring Function Rooms in Docklands
Straddling the Yarra, the Docklands is Melbourne’s premier modern harbour area, and it is filled with brand new high-rises and popular areas for shopping and getting a meal and some drinks along the water. The Melbourne Star Observation Wheel stands as a colourful sentinel in an area defined by pedestrian plazas filled with public urban art pieces, light displays, family-friendly sports and activity venues in Marvel Stadium and Harbour Town (anyone for mini-golf?). Visitors can catch the sunset at the Central Pier, take a stroll over the nearly adjacent Webb Bridge and Jim Stynes Bridge or even catch a cruise on the Yarra with the Melbourne Tramboat or Melbourne Showboat.
The Docklands isn’t huge, but they manage to fit a lot into a relatively small space. What this means for you is that you’re relatively spoilt for choice when it comes to function room hire in the area, regardless of whether you want to book something by the water, in a high-rise, or anything in between. Here are a few good areas to start looking:
- Central Pier – You really can’t go wrong starting your search at the Central Pier, as you’re getting lovely views of the river and the city in every direction and have a dozen well known and trusted options for hire all within a hundred metres of each other. The area is famous for being a significant events hub.
- Newquay – A stone’s throw north of the Central Pier, but much more solidly on land, Newquay combines harbourside views with a bit more space to work with on average in its function rooms If you’re looking for a cocktails and appetisers affair with a higher vantage view of the CBD and Victoria Harbour, you’re sure to find just the right spot!
