When only the best will do, Sydney’s hotel venues deliver. Here, you'll find venues that are ready for any occasion, from grand ballrooms in Darling Harbour, to elegant rooftop venues in Paddington, and conference venues in Pyrmont. With all-inclusive packages, tech-ready facilities, and accommodation options, half of your planning checklist is marked. Use Tagvenue to compare top hotel spaces and book the one that fits your style and budget—all in one place.
The cost of hotel venues in Sydney averages around $85 per person. 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 Sydney, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From $76 | to $95 | per person |
| From $1000 | to $4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $550 | to $900 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
Kent 1 and 2 at Fraser Suites Sydney
in Sydney CBD - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Everything was clear and well communicated. Nothing was difficult and anything needed was arranged for us.’
The Fairmont Room at The Occidental
in Sydney CBD - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘A Fantastic Experience at the Occidental Hotel!’
Oxford 1 at Rydges Sydney Central
in Surry Hills - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Awesome staff, service was great. Everyone I dealt with was super helpful, no request too difficult.’
You'll find hotel 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, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small hotel venues | up to 35 guests | prices average $1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium hotel venues | between 50 and 100 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
| Large hotel venues | over 130 guests | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event |
If you're keeping things private or small, check out places like Spicers Potts Point, which is perfect for up to 16 guests. It's cosy, stylish, and perfect for private dinners or brainstorming sessions. Function rooms like the ones at Sebel Quay West Suites Sydney are also good options, holding up to 50 people.
Sydney has you sorted for large-scale events too. Novotel Sydney Olympic Park Hotel can handle up to 540 guests standing, which is great for large conferences or galas. And if you want a venue closer to the city, places like Rydges World Square are perfect for 500 people.