Wedding Reception Venues for Hire in Melbourne CBD

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Top Wedding Reception Venues in Melbourne CBD

Melbourne’s CBD offers a range of wedding reception venues, from elegant ballrooms to stylish rooftop spaces. Whether you’re drawn to a waterfront venue in Southbank with stunning Yarra River views or an industrial-chic spot on Flinders Lane, you’ll find the perfect match. Many venues feature versatile layouts, modern facilities, customisable catering, and expert staff to ensure your celebration runs smoothly. Use Tagvenue to find and book your ideal wedding reception venue in Melbourne’s CBD!

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Discover Affordable Wedding Party Venues in Melbourne CBD

The Whole First Floor
from $25
per person / per session
The Whole First Floor
90
180
Young & Jacksons
(7)
Melbourne CBD
Pub
Private space
Our entire first floor can be reserved for private functions and is the perfect space for larger scaled events. Comprising of both the Bar and Restaurant spaces, this format offers us the flexibility to create quiet relaxed
Corner Bar
from $25
per person / per session
Corner Bar
40
50
Young & Jacksons
(7)
Melbourne CBD
Pub
Private space
Corner Bar is perfect for smaller affairs and those who love the traditional pub feel suited for a relaxed space or to party the night away!
The Atrium
from $350
minimum spend / per session
The Atrium
50
100
The Oxford Scholar
(137)
Melbourne CBD
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Pub
Private space
Smart TVs allow screen-share and accept flash drives to display content during event. Furniture is moveable to suit your event style.
The Lounge
from $500
minimum spend / per session
The Lounge
35
Champagne Problems
Melbourne CBD
Bar
Private space
The Lounge a.ka. Evies Salon Champagne Problems in Melbourne, located at 218 Little Collins Street, offers a classy, elegant atmosphere with a private space nicknamed "Evie's Salon" for groups of up to 35.
Miss Miley
from $1000
minimum spend / per session
Miss Miley
25
25
The Victoria Hotel
(26)
Melbourne CBD
Dining Room in a Hotel
Private space
P
Pieter K.
“Professional team members good quality food and beverages”
Beer Garden
from $2000
minimum spend / per day
Beer Garden
50
80
The Mint Bar & Restaurant
(10)
Melbourne CBD
Restaurant
Semi-private area
E
Erin &.
“It was truly great to have the entire venue to ourselves!!! .”
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Host Your Dream Wedding Reception in One of Our Best Restaurants

First Floor
from $30
per person / per session
First Floor
70
90
Shanghai Street Elizabeth
Melbourne CBD
Event Space in a Restaurant
Private space
Chinese cuisine restaurant. CBD location. Space for up to 200 people. 1st floor is beautiful private space up to 70 seated guests or 100 standing. 1st floor has own bar with a range of wine and spirits.
Dining Room
from $5000
minimum spend / per afternoon
Dining Room
21
35
Morena Restaurant
Melbourne CBD
Function Room in a Restaurant
Private space
Morena Restaurant serves eclectic cuisine from Latin American culture. Visitors may also have a private event in or on the outside terrace. Although the property is located in the historic GPO Building, the restaurant itself
Main Dining Room
from $50
per person / per session
Main Dining Room
25
40
Shou Sumiyaki
Chinatown, Melbourne CBD
Event Space in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
Shou Sumiyaki, located at 160 Little Bourke Sreet in Melbourne, provides a traditional Japanese charcoal grill barbecue experience. The restaurant features three dining areas: the counter-style Yakitori Bar, the Main Dining
Cocktail Bar
from $35
minimum spend / per session
Cocktail Bar
50
100
Seamstress Restaurant & Bar
(23)
Melbourne CBD
Restaurant
Semi-private area
Seamstress Restaurant & Bar opened in 2007 in Melbourne's historic Chinatown district, housed in a 120yr-old former textile factory, warehouse and one-time Buddhist monastery.
Restaurant & Bar
from $30
per person / per session
Restaurant & Bar
150
The Yankee's Restaurant & Bar
Melbourne CBD
Restaurant
Private space
Welcome to The Yankee’s Restaurant & Bar Melbourne CBD, where our flavour artists bring American street food culture to the mainstream, with meaty, juicy burger greatness, thirst-quenching drinks and good times you’ll want
Restaurant
from $3300
minimum spend / per session
Restaurant
90
100
Yum Sing House
(1)
Melbourne CBD
Restaurant
Shared space
Our two story restaurant and karaoke combination is like no other. Embracing the uproar of 1960’s Hong Kong, we’re flying you back to an era of pulsating energy and commotion.
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Find and Secure the Perfect Hotel for Your Wedding Reception

The Winston Room
from $200
per person
The Winston Room
30
50
The Hotel Windsor
(13)
Melbourne CBD
Function Room in a Hotel
Private space
Our intimate Winston Room was the hotel’s original dining room in the late 19th century. Featuring tall, elegant windows that flood the room with natural light, it is a beautiful, romantic setting for bridal showers, small
Heritage Lounge
from $99
per person
Heritage Lounge
70
120
Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne
(17)
Melbourne CBD
Hotel
Private space
Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne is one of Australia’s finest historic hotels. Located on Flinders Street a three-minute walk from Flinders Street Station overlooking the scenic Yarra River, this Melbourne city centre hotel boasts
Treasury Room
from $600
hire fee / per day
Treasury Room
30
40
Mantra On Russell Melbourne
(3)
Chinatown, Melbourne CBD
Event Space in a Hotel
Private space
Mantra on Russell is a leading cosmopolitan hotel ideally located in Melbourne’s thriving CBD with three purpose built rooms that are perfect for residential conferences, functions and small meetings right in the heart of
The Louden
from $3000
minimum spend / per session
The Louden
100
150
Pullman Melbourne City Centre
(11)
Melbourne CBD
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Hotel
Whole venue
Our second hotel tower located next door and connected internally - the Mercure Welcome Melbourne, offers the Academy Room, a private meeting space as well as 330 accommodation rooms.
Miss Morgan
from $1500
minimum spend / per session
Miss Morgan
24
40
The Victoria Hotel
(26)
Melbourne CBD
Dining Room in a Hotel
Private space
One of the first hotels to be built in Melbourne, the property has evolved from a 19th-century coffee house to luxury accommodation in the 20’s and 30’s, along the way witnessing war, prohibition and an Olympic Games, to
Terrace Meeting Room
from $795
hire fee / per day
Terrace Meeting Room
40
30
Pegasus Apart Hotel
(5)
Melbourne CBD
Hotel
Private space
did we mention coffee? Pegasus Apart’Hotel is ideally located at the north-west end of the CBD and central to the Law Courts, Royal Children's Hospital Precinct and located well within the Melbourne Free Tram Zone.
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Make Your Day Special with These Bars for Wedding Receptions

Level One - Exclusive Use
from $21
per person / per day
Level One - Exclusive Use
250
The Emerald Peacock
(194)
Melbourne CBD
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Bar
Private space
An expansive open-plan space with a capacity of 250 guests and an integrated bar, Level One is comprised of four private booths surrounding an opulent central lounge.
Entire Venue
from $5000
minimum spend / per evening
Entire Venue
75
90
Goldilocks Rooftop Bar
(2)
Melbourne CBD
Bar on a Rooftop
Whole venue
Just as Goldilocks tried all the chairs until she found the most comfortable, you can try many rooftop bars but Goldilocks Rooftop Bar is; "Just Right!
Upstairs
from $3000
minimum spend / per session
Upstairs
156
250
Diesel Bar & Eatery
(1)
Melbourne CBD
Event Space in a Bar
Private space
Upstairs at Diesel Bar offers a private space for up to 250 guests. The atmosphere is contemporary and gives off a nightclub vibe. The area includes a central bar, comfortable seats, and AV capabilities like a DJ console,
Behind Bar
from $1500
minimum spend / per session
Behind Bar
30
40
Juliet Melbourne
(5)
Melbourne CBD
Event Space in a Bar
Semi-private area
Juliet Melbourne is a beautiful basement space and our Behind Bar space is capable of providing stand-up functions for 20 to 40 people and sit-down events for 20 to 30.
Front Bar
from $1500
minimum spend / per day
Front Bar
40
Natural History Public Bar
(6)
Melbourne CBD
Pub
Semi-private area
Perfect for cocktail style functions this space offers cocktail tables and stools, along with a TV to showcase any photos or presentations. A private bar is located within the space which ensures speedy service.
Entire Venue
from $5000
minimum spend / per day
Entire Venue
50
70
Murmur Piano Bar
Melbourne CBD
Bar
Whole venue
Whether you’re looking for something casual or extravagant and luxurious, Murmur Piano Bar can please all your styles and budgets. Our dedicated events team is here to satisfy all your needs, helping you with menu selections
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Wedding Reception Venues for Hire in Melbourne CBD

FAQs about Top Wedding Reception Venues in Melbourne CBD

Prices of wedding reception venues average $3000 minimum spend per event. The cost varies based on the venue's size and additional services such as catering, floral arrangements, or bridal suites. It may also be influenced by the number and type of event spaces available in the venue, for example, separate areas for the ceremony, reception, and photo sessions. Spaces offering all-inclusive packages are a budget-friendly option for couples seeking a fuss-free experience. Check out typical price ranges in Melbourne CBD, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:

Prices of wedding reception venues in Melbourne CBD
From $2000 to $5000 minimum spend per event
From $30 to $75 per person
From $695 hire fee per day

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

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

Small up to 60 guests prices average $1600 minimum spend per event
Medium between 85 and 150 guests prices average $3300 minimum spend per event
Large over 160 guests prices average $8500 minimum spend per event

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Verified Reviews of Wedding Reception Venues in Melbourne CBD

BA
Brock A.
Verified review
Booked Heritage Lounge at Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne
3.7
Staff very helpful, event organizer Rahal was very professional and adapted to all the last minute changes for us, the room we had was elegantly set up and created a fantastic setting for our reception.

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