Retreat Venues for Hire in Melbourne

Prices of retreat venues average around $120 hire fee per hour. 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:

• Chancellor Five at Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Everything was well organised. Food was good and plenty of it.’

• The Loft Studio Melbourne at The Loft Studio Melbourne in Footscray - rated 4.8/5
  Venue said: The Loft Studio Melbourne is an industrial loft studio housed in a converted warehouse, characterised by high ceilings and an open-plan layout. Venue highlights: The studio's large factory-style windows flood the open-plan...

• Avery Terrace at Mercure Melbourne Doncaster in Eastern Suburbs - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘The initial engagement from Emily was brilliant in securing the venue.’

You'll find retreat 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 600 m from central Melbourne, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Chancellor Five at Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne on 131 Lonsdale Street - 400 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Everything was well organised. Food was good and plenty of it.’
• Event Space at Evoqe Events by Evoqé Group on 123 Queen Street - 550 m from centre.
  Venue said: At Evoqé Group, we don’t hire rooms. We stage statements. We orchestrate moods. We make the city your backdrop and your event the headline.
• Prahran at Flex by ISPT 500 Bourke on 500 Bourke Street - 600 m from centre.
  Venue said: Flex at 500 Bourke is a unique, architecturally designed meeting and events venue in Melbourne’s CBD, offering meeting room hire for small to large meetings and a large, flexible conference and event space for town halls

Smaller retreat venues usually fit up to 40 guests seated. Here are some great options in Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• Dining room at Taku Japanese - dining room for 40 guests
  Venue said: Taku accommodates up to 40 guests. If you're looking for something with a calming, minimalistic feel - check this space out! It will be a fit for dining parties, small receptions, and celebrations.

• Jury Room at 181 William Street - GPT Space&Co - boardroom for 12 guests
  Venue said: A lift serves all floors. Location: The venue is in Melbourne. Paid off‑site parking is available.

• Elegant, Private VIP Room at The Albion Rooftop & Club - lounge for 40 guests
  Venue said: No matter what you're celebrating, from small and intimate to big and bold, The Albion combines elegance and energy in one of South Melbourne's most legendary venues.

Cheap retreat venues in Melbourne start from $600 hire fee per day or $35 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• Eureka Room 1 at Mercure Melbourne Southbank, from $600 hire fee per day (up to 40 guests seated)
  Venue said: Located on the ground floor of Mercure Melbourne Southbank, Eureka Room 1 is a light-filled, versatile event space ideal for small to mid-sized meetings, workshops, and intimate gatherings.

• Decking Area at Churchill Island, from $35 per person (up to 25 guests seated)
  Venue said: Dotted with elegant furnishings and shaded areas, it provides a comfortable retreat from the day's warmth. This versatile outdoor space is ideal for hosting social events, intimate celebrations, or peaceful solitary moments,

• CY Space at Collingwood Yards, from $300 hire fee per event (up to 40 guests seated)
  Venue said: CY Space is a Function Room in Collingwood Yards that provides a simple studio-style event room defined by white-painted walls and a high, exposed ceiling.