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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Book Small Unique Event Spaces in Sydney CBD

Heaven
from $675
hire fee / per hour
Heaven
25
46
Sea Sydney Harbour
(8)
Pyrmont, Sydney CBD
Boat
Whole venue
Sea Sydney Harbour operates private charters and harbour tours on Sydney Harbour, specialising in intimate cruises hosted across a fleet of catamarans.
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
Studio Q
from $4000
minimum spend / per day
Studio Q
40
50
QT Sydney
(24)
Sydney CBD
Event Space in a Hotel
Private space
From innovative dining experiences to classy conferences, exclusive parties and private screenings, events at QT Sydney bring together sommelier-led wine lists, artistic cocktails and exquisite chef-designed menus to create
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.
Escape Rooms
from $2000
hire fee / per morning
Escape Rooms
65
75
Escape Hunt Sydney
Sydney CBD
Event Venue
Private space
Sydney's most exciting escape room Experience. Escape Hunting is the ultimate team sport. You can only escape if you work together.
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 Quirky 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.
Boardroom
from $70
hire fee / per hour
Boardroom
8
8
Edge Offices
(19)
Sydney CBD
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Coworking Space
Private space
H
Hudsongreening
“Good customer service, spacious room, good communication, good value”
The Atrium
from $120
hire fee / per hour
The Atrium
8
18
The Porter
(30)
Sydney CBD
Meeting Room in a Coworking Space
Private space
P
Paul C.
“Great location, easy booking, friendly service and quality meeting spaces”
Dancing Studio 1
from $120
hire fee / per hour
Dancing Studio 1
120
150
Ultimo Dancing Studio
Sydney CBD
Warehouse
Whole venue
Other than being used as its original design, it could suit many types of creative usages, like pop-up showrooms, pop-up galleries and conference etc, thanks to its location, existing facilities, spaciousness and high ceiling
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.
The Dining Room
from $500
minimum spend / per session
The Dining Room
100
150
The Royal Exchange of Sydney
(40)
Sydney CBD
Event Venue
Private space
K
Katharine M.
“Every interaction with the staff was pleasant and they were super helpful and explained all the costs well.”
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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,
Parlour
from $8000
minimum spend / per afternoon
Parlour
110
QT Sydney
(24)
Sydney CBD
Hotel
Shared space
A beautiful room, lit low, enjoying a traditional Italian Brunch or Aperitivo Hour in Sydney’s secret deco destination. Book exclusively for an event with guaranteed flavour.
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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Unusual Venues for Hire in Sydney CBD

FAQs about Top Unusual Venues in Sydney CBD

The cost of unusual venues averages around $310 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 from December 2025:

Prices of unusual venues in Sydney CBD
From $194 to $875 hire fee per hour
From $1750 to $6000 minimum spend per event
From $49 to $121 per person

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

You'll find unusual 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 Sydney CBD, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):

Small up to 30 guests prices average $242 hire fee per hour
Medium between 55 and 120 guests prices average $6000 minimum spend per event
Large over 140 guests prices average $2500 minimum spend per event

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