The Motley Main Bar at The Motley Bauhaus

Bar in an Event Venue
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Private space
118 Elgin Street, Melbourne, 3053 –
Carlton, Melbourne

About this space

The Motley Main Bar is a bar within The Motley Bauhaus that serves as an intimate, art-focused drinking space characterised by multiple small seating nooks.

Design: The Motley Main Bar has dark timber finishes, low ceilings and warm pendant lighting that create a compact, enclosed feel. The space includes a patterned bronze feature wall, leather seating and mixed-height tables.

Features: The bar has a PA system and house speakers, and it permits own music or a brought-in DJ. The bar operates an on-site counter serving cocktails, beer and wine and provides bar-style food. The space includes Wi-Fi, a step-free guest entrance and accessible toilets.

Ideal for: Creative groups and small social gatherings are best suited to relaxed standing receptions or informal seated catch-ups.

What guests say: The space is vibrant and cosy, with multiple small nooks that suit pre-show catch-ups and lingering drinks. The service is friendly and responsive during busy show nights while supporting local performers.


Prices

Sunday
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $200 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $200 + $2000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Monday
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $200 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $200 + $2000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Tuesday
4:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $45 per person
Per session
4:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
from $45 per person
Per session
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $200 + $2000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Wednesday
4:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $45 per person
Per session
4:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
from $45 per person
Per session
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $200 + $2000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Thursday
4:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $45 per person
Per session
4:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $1500 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
from $45 per person
Per session
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $200 + $2000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Friday
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $45 per person
Per session
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
from $45 per person
Per session
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $200 + $2000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Saturday
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $45 per person
Per session
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
from $45 per person
Per session
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $200 + $2000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
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Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 200
  • Dining
    up to 80

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
Complimentary water
Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
External catering allowed
Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Unavailable: Buyout fee for external catering
Unavailable: Kitchen facilities available for guests
Venue provides alcohol
Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Free on-street parking
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Air conditioner
  • Unavailable: Natural light
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Quiet space
  • Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

  • Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
  • Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
  • No noise restrictions

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
  • Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
  • Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
  • Unavailable: Lift to all floors
  • Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
  • Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available
  • No wedding licence

Host rules

Licensed until 1am.
Under 18's must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
350pax capacity across the venue and allocated between spaces.
Smokers courtyard at front of the venue.


Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

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Reviews and ratings

(18 reviews and ratings - )

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MS
Meaghan S.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
GC
Giacomo C.
Verified review
Pleasant communication
4.0

FAQ

Yes, a DJ can be organised, but pricing must be confirmed with the DJ before a quote can be provided.

Venue hire includes use of LEDs, theatre lights, microphones, stands, cabling, speakers and a projector.


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