Pubs for Large Groups for Hire in Sydney

Booking costs of pubs for large groups average $2000 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 Sydney, based on Tagvenue data:

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

• Oasis at Sanctuary Hotel in Sydney CBD - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Venue was great. Food received lots of compliment. Staff were very helpful, friendly and accommodating...’

• The Alcove at Pennys Potts Point in Kings Cross - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘We had my husbands 30th birthday at the Pearl Lounge Bar.’

• Upstairs Private at Albion Place Hotel in Sydney CBD - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Staff were really helpful, food was great and fun was had by all. I'd love to come back for another event.’

These are the venues within 350 m from central Sydney, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Entire Venue at KAHII | Kissaten & Wine Bar on 364 Kent Street Kelco House, Lobby - 100 m from centre.
  Venue said: Venue highlights: The interior uses warm, low lighting, marble surfaces and compact table groupings to create an intimate setting for evening hires. The beverage programme balances in-house roasted espresso with signature...
• Solander Dining and Bar at West Hotel Sydney, Curio Collection by Hilton on 65 Sussex Street - 250 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Our guests were having a good time during the event.’
• The Glenmore Room at The Occidental on 43 York Street - 350 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Venue was spacious and the private bar was perfect.’

Cheap pubs for large groups in Sydney start from $250 hire fee per event or $30 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• Penny Main Bar at Pennys Potts Point, from $250 hire fee per event (up to 100 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Everything about it! It was affordable.The venue was beautiful, staff was amazing, food was top notch.’

• Beer Garden at Iron Duke Hotel, from $34 per person (up to 150 guests standing)
  Venue said: The Beer Garden is a private garden area at Iron Duke Hotel, serving as an informal extension of the pub. Design: Brick paving, timber tables and metal chairs give the space a straightforward courtyard finish.

• The Deck at The Field Bar, from $500 minimum spend per event (up to 80 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘The venue is amazing; the staff was great, friendly and accommodating.’

In Sydney, pubs for large groups are most commonly booked for 30 to 70 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

The CBD is the main commercial hub of Sydney and it offers several pubs and larger venues like Kent St. Hotel. Pyrmont, located just west of the CBD, offers charming settings like the Rooftop Terrace. Potts Point, a small and densely populated suburb in inner-city of Sydney, is a good area for finding bars and local pubs with a mix of casual and trendy vibes, such as Penny’s Potts Point.

Weekends and evenings are peak times for pub bookings in Sydney, particularly in central areas like the CBD and North Sydney. For more affordable options, consider weekday afternoons. You should book your venue 3-6 months in advance to secure the best availability and pricing, especially during the busy summer months (July to September).