Unusual Venues for Hire in Sydney CBD

Unusual Venues for Hire in Sydney CBD

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Top Unusual Venues in Sydney CBD

Sydney CBD offers a thrilling selection of unusual venues that will take any event to a new degree of spectacular. From hidden speakeasies near Darling Harbour or galleries and underground venues in Barangaroo, these unconventional spaces are perfect for making a statement, adding a touch of excitement and exclusivity that guests won’t forget. With Tagvenue, you can quickly browse various options that fit your vision, ensuring every detail feels one-of-a-kind.

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82 Unusual Space Venues in Sydney CBD

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82 Unusual Space Venues in Sydney CBD

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Book Small Unusual Venues in Sydney CBD

Upper Deck
from $3000
minimum spend / per afternoon
Upper Deck
34
45
Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney
(3)
Sydney CBD
Event Space on a Yacht
Private space
Cruise around the beautiful Sydney Harbour on our exclusive 78ft luxury cruiser Spirit of Migloo. Seating just 80 people, this is the most stylish and unique way to experience one of the world’s most iconic destinations.
24-48 Person FlexSpot
from $225
hire fee / per hour
24-48 Person FlexSpot
48
50
FlexSpot Macquarie
(19)
Sydney CBD
Meeting Centre
Private space
L
Lucia S.
“Great venue. Fantastic team, agile, professional and the day ran impeccable. Best venue we have had as a team”
Fleetwing II
from $725
hire fee / per hour
Fleetwing II
25
60
Sea Sydney Harbour
(8)
Pyrmont, Sydney CBD
Boat
Whole venue
H
Hailey
“Food and drinks were great. This was our work Christmas party and we all had a very good night.”
Virtual Reality Escape Rooms
from $49
per person / per session
Virtual Reality Escape Rooms
30
60
Entermission Sydney
Sydney CBD
Event Venue
Private space
Allow 1 hour 15 minutes for the entire experience. We’re able to organise large scale Corporate team building events. With 6 rooms each holding up to 6 people per room, we can accommodate up to 36 team members experiencing
Level One (Upper Floor)
from $2550
minimum spend / per session
Level One (Upper Floor)
60
60
Surry Social
Sydney CBD
Lounge in an Event Venue
Private space
Located off Oxford Street, Surry Social is a unique small venue close to the southern end of the CBD, 150m from Museum Train Station. Located over two levels, think open terrace, the venue has two distinct spaces.
Workshop Space
from $440
hire fee / per hour
Workshop Space
45
75
Hub Wynyard
(1)
Sydney CBD
Training Room in a Coworking Space
Private space
Hub Wynyard offers Hub’s world-class standard of service and amenities with a business lounge, flexible workspaces, and serviced meeting spaces found across two levels of the premier retail precinct, Brookfield Place Sydney.
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Find Affordable Unusual Venues in Sydney CBD

Medium Karaoke Rooms
from $10
per person / per session
Medium Karaoke Rooms
20
20
Dynasty Karaoke
(19)
Chinatown, Sydney CBD
Event Space in a Karaoke Bar
Private space
Private karaoke rooms and VIP rooms are available to book for up to 20 people. Each room includes Karaoke System, Tv, Speakers, and Microphones. We provide room services and can order via our intercom.
Quiz Room Sydney Entire Venue
from $35
per person / per session
Quiz Room Sydney Entire Venue
108
Quiz Room Sydney
(1)
Sydney CBD
Entertainment Centre
Whole venue
Ideal for ages 8 and up, Quiz Room Sydney is perfect for parties, corporate events, or just an exciting day out with friends and family.
Mid Size Group Room
from $59
hire fee / per hour
Mid Size Group Room
10
10
Noble Academy
Sydney CBD
Classroom in a School
Private space
Well-equipped and centrally located in Chatswood, this classroom fits 8–10 people and includes a projector, desks, chairs, and whiteboard — great for workshops, lessons, or team sessions.
Boardroom
from $70
hire fee / per hour
Boardroom
8
8
Edge Offices
(15)
Sydney CBD
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Boardroom in a Coworking Space
Private space
H
Hudsongreening
“Good customer service, spacious room, good communication, good value”
Group Classroom / Workshop
from $89
hire fee / per hour
Group Classroom / Workshop
15
20
Noble Academy
Sydney CBD
Classroom in a School
Private space
This flexible space fits 12–15 comfortably and includes essentials like Wi-Fi, seating, desks, and a whiteboard — ideal for classes or meetings. Casual and repeat hire welcome.
Entire Restaurant
from $500
minimum spend / per session
Entire Restaurant
120
140
Rumilicious
Pyrmont, Sydney CBD
Restaurant
Whole venue
Rumilicious offers both indoor and outdoor seating with a picturesque harbour view, making it an ideal venue for any type of event, from intimate gatherings to larger celebrations.
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Sydney CBD’s Extraordinary Hotels with Unusual Spaces

Blackwattle Bay Room
from $90
per person / per session
Blackwattle Bay Room
30
25
Novotel Sydney Darling Square
(8)
Chinatown, Sydney CBD
Hotel
Private space
Located on level one in the heritage wing - of the Novotel Sydney Darling Square Hotel- the Blackwattle Bay room is an intimate meeting room for smaller groups.
Edwin Flack Room 1
from $4000
minimum spend / per day
Edwin Flack Room 1
50
50
Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
(7)
Sydney CBD
Meeting Room in a Hotel
Private space
The Sofitel Hotel's Edwin Flack Room is a flexible meeting area that can be rented. Fully furnished to meet business requirements, this space can be split into Edwin Flack Rooms 1 and 2 for additional versatility.
The Hyde Room
from $350
hire fee / per morning
The Hyde Room
50
55
The Castlereagh Boutique Hotel
(25)
Sydney CBD
Event Space in a Hotel
Private space
The Castlereagh Boutique Hotel is a beautiful, heritage-listed building with 83 boutique hotel rooms and elegantly-restored bar, dining and function areas.
Mee So
from $10000
hire fee / per day
Mee So
120
120
Ibis Styles Sydney Central
Sydney CBD
Restaurant in a Hotel
Semi-private area
Discover spacious, comfortable rooms with a kitchenette, smart TV, ironing equipment, air conditioning and in-room safe. The hotel has 413 rooms on 18 levels and features free Wi-Fi, luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk,
George Room
from $3000
minimum spend / per day
George Room
25
50
QT Sydney
(22)
Sydney CBD
Dining Room in a Hotel
Private space
George Room is for private and intimate dining experiences. Connecting directly to Gilt Lounge, this elegant space can seat up to 25 guests, host 35 guests cocktail style, and when combined with the George Street landing
ABODE Bistro. Bar
from $8000
minimum spend / per session
ABODE Bistro. Bar
60
180
PARKROYAL Darling Harbour, Sydney
(1)
Sydney CBD
Restaurant in a Hotel
Semi-private area
Complete with a bar, lounge, decking as well as a stylish and modern dining area, this impressive venue is perfect for a stand out event.
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Explore Unusual Bars

Event Space - Level 2
from $180
per person / per session
Event Space - Level 2
200
300
Bar Lulu
(4)
The Rocks, Sydney CBD
Event Space in a Bar
Semi-private area
C
Cameron A.
“Well stocked bar, excellent food and service. Perfect views of Sydney Harbour and the Opera House”
The Carlton Bar & Balcony
from $1000
minimum spend / per evening
The Carlton Bar & Balcony
40
300
The Carlton Club Hotel
Sydney CBD
Event Space in a Bar
Shared space
On level one, you will find The Carlton bar, a wildly decadent and dimly-lit space, cosy up in a private booth or lose yourself under the night sky on the luscious outdoor balcony, open 5 nights per week until late and featuring
Club
from $5000
minimum spend / per day
Club
120
300
Arcade Bar & Club
(3)
Sydney CBD
Event Space in a Bar
Private space
With large booths, state of the art sound systems and a full service bar, the club is a perfect spot to host any event.
Exclusive Use
from $10000
minimum spend / per session
Exclusive Use
144
200
Cockle Bay Yacht Club
(8)
Sydney CBD
Bar
Whole venue
S
S.l
“Loved how flexible and easy Belinda was to works with.”
Marys Underground
from $5000
minimum spend / per session
Marys Underground
120
450
Mary's Underground
(7)
Sydney CBD
Underground Space in a Bar
Whole venue
The venue includes a stage for live entertainment or speeches, premium AV setup, full-service bar, and menus that can go from indulgent canapés to next-level dining.
Music Bar
from $50
per person / per session
Music Bar
200
ROUGE
Sydney CBD
Event Space in a Bar
Private space
The capacity is 200, so enough space for the larger functions too! The space includes booths with tables, a bar, and a stage - check out the listing and plan your next event!
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Unusual Venues for Hire in Sydney CBD

FAQs about Top Unusual Venues in Sydney CBD

The cost of unusual venues in Sydney CBD averages around $396 hire fee per hour. 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 Sydney CBD, based on Tagvenue data:

Prices of unusual venues in Sydney CBD
From $180 to $925 hire fee per hour
From $1750 to $5500 minimum spend per event
From $49 to $121 per person

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2025), the best options include:

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