Private Gardens for Hire in Melbourne

The cost of private gardens averages around $2000 minimum spend per event. 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 Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data:

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

• Garden at Olinda Tea House in Melbourne - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Rebeca is an excellent communicator and very professional in organising the events at Olinda tea house.’

• The Garden at Secret Garden Bar in St Kilda - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘The security helped us out for the event a lot and it is a beautiful space in the deck.’

• Beer Garden at Pre Drinks Bar in Prahran - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Highly recommend as a venue for hire, both for upstairs and for the back area.’

You'll find private gardens 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 650 m from central Melbourne, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Hasti Bala and Deck Bar at The Carlton Club Hotel on 193 Bourke Street - 400 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Everything exceeded our expectations, and we received so many compliments from our guests about the venue.’
• Beer Garden at The Mint Bar & Restaurant on 318 William Street - 650 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘It was truly great to have the entire venue to ourselves!!!’
• Rooftop at Good Heavens Rooftop Bar on 79 Bourke Street Level 2 - 650 m from centre.
  Venue said: The rooftop combines open-air terrace and covered sections with retractable walls and an overhanging roof, allowing events to proceed in varied weather.

Smaller private gardens usually fit up to 60 guests standing. Here are some great options in Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• Semi-Private Garden Space at The Standard Hotel - garden for 40 guests
  Venue said: The semi private outdoor space within the Garden can be hired for events up to 40 guests, such as family and friends hangouts or company fun days. In the menu you can find dishes from Australian, Asian, European and American...

• The Beer Garden at The National Hotel, rated 4.9/5 - garden for 25 guests
  Our user said: ‘Review for The Garden Parlour.’

• Garden at The Potterage, rated 4.9/5 - country house for 28 guests
  Our user said: ‘Linda was absolutely lovely and her space is wonderful!’

Cheap private gardens in Melbourne start from $1000 hire fee per day or $200 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• Garden Glasshouse at Dandenong Ranges, from $1000 hire fee per day (up to 30 guests standing)
  Venue said: Surrounded by trees and the city lights sparkle at night! The glasshouse is a whimsical space perfect for a dry hire. Stunning moss growing between the stones, this glasshouse is a whimsical wonderland ready to be customized...

• The Beer Garden at Keysborough Hotel, from $200 hire fee per event (up to 150 guests standing)
  Venue said: What better place to host your next celebration than 'The Garden Bar' at The Keysborough Hotel? With the capacity to host up to 150 guests, the area comes equipped with a mixture of seated and standing space, your own private...

• Entire Venue at Barton Fink, from $500 minimum spend per event (up to 200 guests standing)
  Venue said: If you’re looking to throw a proper party, hiring out the whole joint is the way to go. You get the full Barton Fink experience — the bar, the beer garden, the stage, everything.

In Melbourne, private gardens are most commonly booked for 30 to 65 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

If you're planning a special event, such as a birthday party, it's important to book your venue in advance. We recommend that you start looking at least 6-8 weeks before your event date. However, if you're planning a wedding, make sure to book the venue even earlier—at least 9 months in advance. It’s always best to book as far in advance as possible when looking for an outdoor venue in Melbourne. This will give you plenty of time to find the perfect space and ensure that it’s available.

Lighting is the most important component of interior decoration. There are many options, including candles and fairy lights, which can help set the tone of your event. You can also use colourful scatter cushions and throws to create an intimate space for guests to relax in, or even create cocktail party seating areas that are perfect for stretching out and socialising.