Networking Venues for Hire in Melbourne

Prices of networking venues average around $2000 minimum spend per event. 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:

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

• Melbourne Event Space at United Co. Fitzroy in Fitzroy - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘I strongly recommend this venue :)...’

• Side Bar Function Area at Polly Bar in Fitzroy - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Venue was exactly as described, staff were super friendly and helpful. All added to the ambience of my event.’

• Entire Venue at Cargo Hall in South Wharf - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Great venue with incredible atmosphere. Staff did a great job with our event. We will be back in the future.’

You'll find networking 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 Melbourne, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):

These are the venues within 450 m from central Melbourne, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Blossom Rooftop Bar at Pullman Melbourne City Centre on 265 Little Bourke Street - 200 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Beautiful space for corporate events, food was amazing and so was service.’
• Level 1 at The Oxford Scholar on 427 Swanston Street - 300 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘My Leadership Team raved about how great the venue was. The events team were amazing.’
• L1-BYO bar karaoke DJ all age at 215 Queen's on 215 Queen Street - 450 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘It’s the kind of place where you go “just for a bit” and end up staying way longer.’

Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for networking venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Smaller networking venues usually fit up to 80 guests standing. Here are some great options in Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• Southern Point Room at Eureka 89, rated 4.9/5 - function room for 80 guests
  Our user said: ‘Great assistance from event staff and the service staff on the night. Venue also has spectacular views.’

• Melbourne Skydeck Event Space at Melbourne Skydeck, rated 5/5 - event venue for 40 guests
  Venue said: Looking for a unique space in Melbourne? Look no further than Melbourne Skydeck! Located 300m above the city on the 88th floor of the iconic Eureka Tower, this space offers stunning 360-degree views of Melbourne and its surrounds.

• The Chandelier Space at Ming Dining Restaurant & Bar, rated 4.6/5 - dining room for 80 guests
  Venue said: Enquire with our team today to check availability, discuss your event requirements or arrange a venue inspection.

Cheap networking venues in Melbourne start from $500 minimum spend per event or $100 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• EOFY and Winter Functions at The National Hotel, from $500 minimum spend per event (up to 40 guests standing)
  Venue said: Our Café is a luxe, intimate room with a warming fireplace and a beautiful, large parquetry table. It features huge windows overlooking Victoria street.

• Workshop & Event Space at Large Workshop and Community Event Space, from $100 hire fee per hour (up to 100 guests standing)
  Venue said: With a maximum capacity of 100 people, this space features plenty of natural light and workshop-friendly furnishings, making it perfect for workshops, trainings, networking events, community-led initiatives, wellness workshops,

• Peacock Lounge at The Emerald Peacock, from $21 per person (up to 140 guests standing)
  Venue said: Luxurious décor, ornate wallpaper and intimate mood lighting makes The Peacock Lounge a striking event space for any occasion. This space is semi-private, separated from the rest of Level 1 by a string curtain and slatted...