Ballroom at Rydges Newcastle

Ballroom in a Hotel
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Private space
Wharf Rd & Merewether St, Newcastle, 2300 –
Newcastle CBD

About this space

Formed by combining the King, Macquarie and Hannell rooms for a total of 200 square metres, the Ballroom is the ideal space for the grandest events.

The Ballroom can host up to 160 guests in its banquet setup, 240 in a theatre configuration and 220 for cocktail-style events. It also opens on the pre-functions foyer, allowing your guests to relax before or after your main event.


Prices

Sunday
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $5000 hire fee
Per session
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $5000 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Monday
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $5000 hire fee
Per session
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $5000 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Tuesday
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $5000 hire fee
Per session
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $5000 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Wednesday
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $5000 hire fee
Per session
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $5000 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Thursday
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $5000 hire fee
Per session
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $5000 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Friday
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $5000 hire fee
Per session
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $5000 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Saturday
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $5000 hire fee
Per session
6:00 am – 12:00 am
from $5000 hire fee
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 220
Dining
up to 160
Theatre
up to 240
Cabaret
up to 128
Classroom
up to 72

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Halal menu
Kosher menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Australian cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am (extension available)
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Conference call facilities
Air conditioner
Storage space
Quiet space
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site
Unavailable: Paid parking is available on-site
Unavailable: Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Natural light
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Dance floor
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Mirrors

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
Space has noise restriction after 00:00

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Ground level
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence available
Unavailable: No temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed after 10:00 pm

Host rules

No smoking in the building
Outside catering is not allowed


Reviews and ratings

(1 review and rating - )

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Ahnaf A.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Rydges Newcastle sits on the historic harbour front with spacious rooms, many offering water views.
Our 3,000 sq. ft. venue holds up to 200 guests and works for weddings, parties, reunions, concerts, and celebrations.

Guests can dine at Wharf 350 Restaurant, serving fresh seafood and local produce. Our hotel also features a 25-metre pool, fitness centre, and easy access to Newcastle’s beaches and the Hunter Valley.

Rydges Newcastle is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.


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Jordy Hubbard
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