Top Large Conference Spaces in Melbourne
Melbourne knows how to do big events right, and if you’re planning a large conference, you’re in for a treat. From the trendy corporate event spaces in Southbank to the warehouse-style venues in Fitzroy, there are large conference venues here to suit every style and audience. These venues offer everything from modern technology to breakout rooms for workshops, ensuring your conference runs efficiently from start to finish. Use Tagvenue to find and book the best spot for your next big event—it’s the easiest way to make sure your conference stands out in Melbourne.
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from $800
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityPenny & The Jets
40 guestsOvolo South YarraSouth Yarra, Melbourne#Supervenue
HHeather W.
“Great vibe and service from the conference coordinator. Easy to access.” -
from $440
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEpiphany
60 guestsQueen & Collins - GPT Space&CoMelbourne CBDJJo-ann L.
“I liked that the meals were all available a short distance from our conference room.” -
from $1900
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Yarra River Suite
150 guestsBatman's Hill on CollinsMelbourne CBDJJacqueline C.
“Batman Hills on Collins was an excellent place to host a conference. The staff were terrific.” -
from $4998
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityExtra Large Room
180 guestsKarstens MelbourneMelbourne CBDThe Extra Large Room at Karstens Melbourne offers a spacious and versatile venue for various events, including conferences, seminars, and workshops. Located in Melbourne's CBD, it features contemporary décor, ample natural
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from $924
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityExhibition 1+2+3
120 guestsDexus Place 80 Collins StMelbourne CBDThe spacious and adaptable Exhibition 1+2+3 rooms offer the perfect setting for conferences, seminars, town hall meetings, and offsite training sessions.
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from $20000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityZinc
500 guestsZinc at Fed SquareMelbourne CBDWWorld S.
“The venue and location was lovely” -
from $73
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityGrattan
25 guestsBest Western Plus Travel Inn HotelCarlton, MelbourneGrattan is a 48 square meters conference room with up to 25 seats available. It's spacious, filled with light, and perfect for talks, meetings, corporate training, and more.
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from $550
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityConference Room
40 guestsCosmopolitan Hotel and ApartmentsSt Kilda, MelbourneThis meeting room is a light, bright space that’s ideal for conferences, training sessions, networking functions, and business meetings. The high ceilings and panoramic windows allow plenty of natural light in, or you can
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from $100
per person / per dayCheck availabilityCorporate Event Space
100 guestsCliftons MelbourneMelbourne CBDWith 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.
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from $70
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPARKROYAL Ballroom
400 guestsPARKROYAL Monash MelbourneClayton, MelbourneJJackson
“Amazing facilities and very accommodating staff! Would recommend to anyone.” -
from $3500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityAuditorium and Double Room
150 guestsThe Angliss Conference CentreMelbourne CBDThe combination of Auditorium and Double Room is a perfect choice when you're planning a conference, buisness meeting, product laounch or social events.
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from $180
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityFunction Room
80 guestsCURATE SpaceMelbourne CBDThe boutique space is styled with original artworks, quality design, plants and natural light; delivering a inspiring setting for your meetings and events.
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FAQs about Top Large Conference Spaces in Melbourne
Prices of large 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 Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data:
| Typically between $70 | and $100 | per person |
| Typically between $750 | and $2000 | hire fee per day |
| Typically between $150 | and $440 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:
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Penny & The Jets at Ovolo South Yarra in South Yarra - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Great vibe and service from the conference coordinator.’ -
Corporate Event Space at Cliftons Melbourne in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.7/5
Venue said: Discover a destination for corporate events at Cliftons Melbourne, with various spaces to suit both formal and relaxed occasions. We have dedicated training rooms, as well as comfortable breakout spaces, perfect for networking... -
PARKROYAL Ballroom at PARKROYAL Monash Melbourne in Clayton - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Amazing facilities and very accommodating staff!’
These are the venues within 400 m from central Melbourne, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Performance Space at The Wheeler Centre
on 176 Little Lonsdale Street - 200 m from centre.
Venue said: The Wheeler Centre is a dedicated literary and publishing venue that focuses on talks, readings and author-led public programming. Venue highlights: The centre runs promoted, ticketed programming and operates an on-site box... -
Function Room at CURATE Space
on 306 Little Collins Street Level 6 - 400 m from centre.
Venue said: Location: The venue sits adjacent to Melbourne's Bourke Street Mall in the CBD. What guests say: Front-of-house service is responsive and professional. -
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.’
Based on Tagvenue data (as of November 2026), users looking for large conference venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Auditorium / Conference Room | prices average $1000 hire fee per day | typically between 60 and 170 guests |
| Hotel | prices average $600 hire fee per event | typically between 55 and 200 guests |
| Meeting Room | prices average $750 hire fee per day | typically between 55 and 100 guests |
| Conference Centre | prices average $2506 hire fee per day | typically between 60 and 170 guests |
| Function Room | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event | typically between 120 and 200 guests |
Book a large conference venue at least 6 months before your event, especially during spring and summer when the weather's great and there's always something happening, from festivals to sports events like the AFL finals. This gives you more flexibility with dates and better options for accommodation, especially in popular spots like the CBD and Southbank.
Most venues offer modern audiovisual equipment, high-speed internet, and flexible seating arrangements to accommodate different event formats (classroom setups or boardroom style). Some venues, like the Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne, include catering services as part of their packages. Some hotel venues like the Batman's Hill on Collins also offer breakout rooms and on-site accommodation.
The CBD is a top choice – it's right in the thick of things, with many public transport options and easy access to hotels, restaurants, and bars. You've got Federation Square, laneways packed with coffee shops, and the Yarra River nearby for a quick break between sessions. Southbank is another good option, just across the river from the CBD. It's a bit more relaxed but still super central, with plenty of riverside dining and venues like Inter Continental Melbourne, which has a great view and room for up to 270 people. For a location that is a bit more low-key, Richmond is perfect. It's close to the MCG and has a more casual feel, with many pubs and quirky cafes where your delegates can unwind after the day's events. Carlton, near the university, offers some charming old-world spots, with Lygon Street's Italian eateries right around the corner for a post-conference meal.
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