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Top Private Bars in Canberra
From the cosy whisky dens in Braddon to rooftop lounges with views of Lake Burley Griffin, private bars in Canberra know how to keep things classy and casual. Bunda Street’s got the after-work crowd covered, while Kingston serves up polished hideaways perfect for birthdays, reunions and celebrations that call for something a bit more special. Ready to book a bar with great drinks, zero pretence, and bartenders who know your order after round two? Keep scrolling and find the perfect spot.
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![Casita Bar at Highball in Canberra Civic Centre]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCasita Bar
80 guestsHighballCanberra Civic CentreThe Casita Bar is undoubtedly the best private venue for events in Highball - a hidden paradise among the trees that has its own exclusive bar and direct access to the terrace overlooking London Circuit and City Hill. -
![Terrace at Highball in Canberra Civic Centre]()
from $500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTerrace
40 guestsHighballCanberra Civic CentreHighball has a reputation for its atmosphere that exudes the vibe of tropical haciendas and the fun of rum-soaked cocktail bars. Booking the whole venue means more than just getting a big and multifunctional area; it also -
![Lounge at Highball in Canberra Civic Centre]()
from $250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLounge
25 guestsHighballCanberra Civic CentreThe Lounge, despite being in the heart of Canberra city, offers the feeling of a private room that is snug and quiet within a lively venue. -
![Entire Venue at Fonda Mexican @ Canberra in Canberra Civic Centre]()
from $42
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
80 guestsFonda Mexican @ CanberraCanberra Civic CentreThere’s a relaxed atmosphere to our capital’s casa. Its laidback vibe has always kept customers coming back. With heaps of room, a private bar, and a courtyard to swap goss in, it’s Canberra’s gateway to hazy, margarita memories. -
![Turner Room at Mantra Macarthur Hotel Canberra in Canberra]()
from $1700
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityTurner Room
100 guestsMantra Macarthur Hotel CanberraCanberraThe Turner Room at Mantra MacArthur Hotel is the largest event space, offering versatility for a range of functions. It can comfortably accommodate up to 100 guests in a cocktail-style setup, making it ideal for larger meetings, -
![Room 300 at Kingpin Canberra in Canberra Civic Centre]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRoom 300
30 guestsKingpin CanberraCanberra Civic CentreLocated within the heart of the Canberra CBD, guests can look forward to a multi-attraction event, with fully licensed bars, function space, escape rooms, karaoke, and of course premium bowling lanes. -
![Ainslie Room at Mantra Macarthur Hotel Canberra in Canberra]()
from $800
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityAinslie Room
50 guestsMantra Macarthur Hotel CanberraCanberraThe Ainslie Room at Mantra MacArthur Hotel is an ideal venue for intimate meetings or medium-sized events. With a capacity of up to 50 guests in a cocktail-style setup, it offers a comfortable and versatile space for various -
![Isabella’s Dining Room at Hotel Kurrajong Canberra in Canberra]()
from $65
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityIsabella’s Dining Room
6 guestsHotel Kurrajong CanberraCanberraHotel Kurrajong is the perfect venue to host your next event including birthday parties, anniversary dinners, wakes, engagement parties, baby gender reveals, corporate dinners and awards nights. -
![Arthur Boyd Room at Mantra on Northbourne Canberra in Canberra]()
from $800
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityArthur Boyd Room
50 guestsMantra on Northbourne CanberraCanberraMantra on Northbourne is located in the heart of Canberra, offering a convenient and flexible venue for conferences and meetings. The hotel features three function rooms that can be combined to host up to 150 people in a -
![Dickson Room at Mantra Macarthur Hotel Canberra in Canberra]()
from $800
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityDickson Room
50 guestsMantra Macarthur Hotel CanberraCanberraWith natural light flooding the room, it creates an inviting and comfortable atmosphere for up to 50 guests in a cocktail-style setup. Ideal for business meetings, workshops, or small social gatherings, the Dickson Room provides -
![The Gallery at Mantra on Northbourne Canberra in Canberra]()
from $2400
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Gallery
150 guestsMantra on Northbourne CanberraCanberraThe Gallery is our largest event space, combining three rooms to offer maximum flexibility and capacity. Perfect for large conferences, seminars, or receptions, this space can accommodate a variety of setups to suit your -
![Exclusive hire at Kingpin Canberra in Canberra Civic Centre]()
from $7000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive hire
600 guestsKingpin CanberraCanberra Civic CentreWith a wide range of possibilities, events can range from 20 to our full venue events for 600 guests. The event space at Kingpin is highlighted by Room 300 which features two private bowling lanes, upscale furnishing, and
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Booking costs of private bars average $3000 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Canberra, based on Tagvenue data from January 2026:
| From $500 | to $6000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $65 | to $125 | per person |
| From $800 | hire fee per day |
These are the venues within 450 m from central Canberra, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Casita Bar at Highball
on 75 London Circuit - 250 m from centre.
Venue said: The Casita Bar - an intriguing combination of tropical splendor and coziness - has been the venue of the larger private parties which can not miss and this is the impression formed right from the entrance of the venue. -
Room 300 at Kingpin Canberra
on 148 Bunda Street - 400 m from centre.
Venue said: Room 300 is a modern and inviting space, perfect for social gatherings. It features 2-8 bowling lanes (depending on group size), large projector screens, a jukebox, nightlife music capabilities, and a pool table, all complemented... -
Entire Venue at Fonda Mexican @ Canberra
on 148 Bunda Street - 450 m from centre.
Venue said: Fonda Mexican Canberra is the place to be for your next event. We offer a great atmosphere for all occasions with a capacity of 50 seated and 100 standing.
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