Function Rooms for Hire in Richmond, Melbourne

The cost of function rooms averages around $1000 minimum spend per event. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Richmond, based on Tagvenue data from August 2026:

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

• The Café at The National Hotel in Richmond - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Great venue, delicious food, reasonable prices and friendly staff!’

• Private Function Room at The Blacksmith Bar in Cremorne - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Atmosphere was beautiful, location was ideal to access public transport.’

• The Den - Private Space at Maeve Fox in Cremorne - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Super friendly staff, very well organised...’

You'll find function 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 Richmond, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (August 2026):

Smaller function rooms usually fit up to 30 guests standing. Here are some great options in Richmond, based on Tagvenue data as of August 2026:

• Lennox Room at Amora Herencia Riverwalk Melbourne, rated 4.8/5 - function room for 20 guests
  Our user said: ‘The venue was beautiful and catering servicing was the best.’

• The Art Room at The Duke of Albany Hotel - function room for 30 guests
  Venue said: The Art Room at The Duke of Albany is an intimate, stylish space that can host up to 30 guests. Filled with unique décor and a creative atmosphere, it offers a memorable setting for smaller gatherings and private events.

• Yarra Room at MainStay Suites Abbotsford, rated 4.7/5 - meeting room for 30 guests
  Our user said: ‘Friendly Staff easy to access for attendees...’

Cheap function rooms in Richmond start from $70 per person or $400 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of August 2026:

• Banks Room at Amora Herencia Riverwalk Melbourne, from $70 per person (up to 40 guests standing)
  Venue said: The Banks Room is located on the ground floor of the Amora Hotel Riverwalk Melbourne and offers views of the surrounding nature.

• Staged Hall at The Duke of Albany Hotel, from $400 minimum spend per event (up to 100 guests standing)
  Venue said: Whether it’s a birthday bash, corporate event, engagement party, or casual gathering, the Duke of Albany Hotel has the ideal space for you! With a variety of function areas available, from stylish private rooms to open and...

• Function Room at Bouzy Rouge, from $75 per person (up to 100 guests standing)
  Venue said: Accommodating up to 45 seated guests or 100 standing, this area is ideal for intimate gatherings or larger celebrations. The room features a fully equipped bar, private male and female restrooms, and an adjoining sitting...

If you're looking for small or cheap function rooms, your best bet is to start with the bars and restaurants around Swan Street. This major roadway runs the length of Richmond and is where most of the action goes down. Here you’ll find plenty of bars, restaurants and hotels with meeting rooms and corporate facilities. This makes Swan Street a great choice for both corporate functions as well as birthdays and other parties. In this area, you also have the option of a pub-crawl for the die-hards after your event is done. 

On Richmond’s northern border is Victoria Street where you’ll find many of the old Victorian-era hotels converted into event venues. There's a good mix of dining rooms, outdoor spaces and function rooms available for hire there. If you’re planning a business event, you’re in luck, as there are also plenty of corporate venues in the area.

For weddings and other large functions, look at the venues south of Swan on Church Street and at the end of Bridge Street before the Yarra River.