Networking Venues for Hire in Melbourne

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Top Networking Venues in Melbourne

A great conversation often starts with the right setting. Networking venues in Melbourne range from chic cocktail bars in the CBD to creative spaces in Fitzroy and stylish lounges near Southbank for presentations, drinks receptions, and casual discussions that spark new opportunities. These venues are ideal for professional meetups, founder gatherings, and industry socials where guests can mingle comfortably. Take a look below and choose a location that makes connecting with others easy.

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L1-BYO bar karaoke DJ all age
from $2
per person / per session
L1-BYO bar karaoke DJ all age
75
100
215 Queen's
(6)
Melbourne CBD
Event Space in a Bar
Private space
Level 1 at 215 Queen’s is a space that works well for variety of events. It has tables, sofas, big windows, and plenty of room to set up for different occasions.
Courtyard
from $17
per person / per session
Courtyard
38
49
The Tipsy Cow
(27)
Port Melbourne
Terrace at a Bar
Private space
This is everything you've ever wanted and more. Come stay in our Private Courtyard, covered to suit all weather, heated and cooled. Our stunning private, secluded Courtyard.
Lakeside Half Space
from $100
hire fee / per hour
Lakeside Half Space
40
45
Punthill Caroline Springs
Western Suburbs, Melbourne
Hotel
Private space
Punthill Caroline Springs is set in an ideal lakeside location only 30 minutes from Melbourne CBD and is the perfect venue for your next meeting, conference or function.
Restaurant
from $200
minimum spend / per session
Restaurant
80
100
Mercure Melbourne Southbank
(9)
Southbank, Melbourne
Hotel
Semi-private area
Located on the ground floor of Mercure Melbourne Southbank, Distrikt Press is a stylish and versatile space ideal for pre-function gatherings, group dinners, or networking events.
The Back Bar
from $400
minimum spend / per session
The Back Bar
130
140
The Union Hotel, Windsor
Windsor, Melbourne
Function Room in a Pub
Private space
Our back bar offers a versatile space that caters to all different events. Whether you're hosting a birthday bash, an engagement party, a corporate mixer, or any other special occasion, our flexible layout and inviting ambiance
Train Rooftop
from $500
minimum spend / per session
Train Rooftop
50
100
Easey's
(3)
Collingwood, Melbourne
Restaurant
Private space
Easey's Train/Rooftop is Melbourne's infamous Hitachi that features a full bar and table service. You can enjoy your burgers and drinks of choice in perhaps the most unique setting Melbourne has to offer, so what’s stopping
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Entire Venue
from $110
hire fee / per session
Entire Venue
50
100
Her.
(8)
Windsor, Melbourne
Bar
Whole venue
Large open space with a beautifully lit Art Deco bar cage situated above a marble top bar. Our fibre optic milky way ceiling and devils ivy plants represent the duality of Her.
The Rooftop
from $21
per person / per day
The Rooftop
220
The Emerald Peacock
(194)
Melbourne CBD
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Bar
Semi-private area
The rooftop bar is a versatile space that offers guests the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors in the warmer months and the comforts of a covered, heated rooftop to keep cozy during Melbourne’s winter.
Upstairs Private Event Space
from $500
minimum spend / per session
Upstairs Private Event Space
50
100
Aces Bar @ Brunswick Aces
(29)
Northern Suburbs, Melbourne
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Bar
Private space
Our event space is your blank canvas, completely flexible, featuring copious natural light, softly lit from above, a large open wood floor with a hint of our infamous baroque styling.
Half Venue
from $8000
minimum spend / per day
Half Venue
300
Hightail
(4)
Docklands, Melbourne
Event Space in a Bar
Semi-private area
For larger groups that don’t require full venue hire, our half venue option provides the ideal space. It includes a private balcony, bar, and thanks to flexible furniture arrangement are able to accommodate a wide variety
Entire Venue
from $1250
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
150
160
The Purple Emerald Lounge Bar
(196)
Northcote, Melbourne
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Bar
Whole venue
The Purple Emerald Lounge Bar is an intimate cocktail bar in Northcote with friendly service, a relaxed vibe, and happy people. The main room features comfy couches and lots of space for small and large groups.
VIP Side Room
from $2250
minimum spend / per session
VIP Side Room
30
40
The George Lounge
(56)
St Kilda, Melbourne
Function Room in a Bar
Private space
The VIP Side room is the perfect for intimate and smaller events of up to 30 guests. It's private, has it's own bar, you can play your own music and there's plenty of space to dance.
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Networking Venues for Hire in Melbourne

FAQs about Top Networking Venues in Melbourne

Prices of networking venues average around $2500 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, as of March 2026:

Prices of networking venues in Melbourne
From $1000 to $3000 minimum spend per event
From $30 to $82 per person
From $200 to $2200 hire fee per event

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

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 (March 2026):

Small up to 60 guests prices average $2000 minimum spend per event
Medium between 80 and 110 guests prices average $2250 minimum spend per event
Large over 130 guests prices average $3000 minimum spend per event

These are the venues within 400 m from central Melbourne, available to book on Tagvenue:

  • Dining Room at The Moat on 176 Little Lonsdale Street - 200 m from centre.
    Venue said: Set underneath the Wheeler Centre in the bluestone basement of the State Library, our Main Room will delight your guests with its distinctive decor.
  • 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.’
  • Chancellor Three & Four at Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne on 131 Lonsdale Street - 400 m from centre.
    Venue said: Chancellor Three & Four, our medium-sized conference space, can host up to 80 guests in theatre-style seating, making it ideal for seminars and substantial workshop gatherings.

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