Ballroom at Palais Hotel
140 seats
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200 standing
In-house catering
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am
Space facilities
Wi-Fi
• PA system / speakers
• Natural light
• Free parking is available on-site
• Free on-street parking
• Paid parking facilities available nearby
Space features
Food & drink
Exterior
Ballroom at Palais Hotel
Ballroom in a Hotel
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Private space
86 Esplanade, Semaphore, 5019
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Semaphore, Adelaide
About this space
Ballroom is a function room in the Palais Hotel defined by its formal, gallery-style layout and traditional detailing.
Design: The Ballroom features high ceilings, warm timber panelling, framed maritime accents and a raised gallery that create a structured, traditional interior.
Features: The room includes Wi‑Fi and a PA system with speakers and permits hosts to play their own music or bring a DJ. The space receives natural light and provides step‑free guest access plus accessible toilets.
Ideal for: The Ballroom suits corporate groups and community organisations seeking a formal, seated or presentation-style layout.
What sets it apart: The space has an integrated timber back bar built into one wall that provides a prominent display recess and service area.
What guests say: The space has a welcoming atmosphere and courteous, attentive staff. The space's outdoor areas are lively and the overall setting feels comfortable.
Prices
Sunday
11:00 am –
12:00 am
from
$500
hire fee
Per session
11:00 am –
12:00 am
from
$500
hire fee
Monday
11:00 am –
12:00 am
from
$500
hire fee
Per session
11:00 am –
12:00 am
from
$500
hire fee
Tuesday
11:00 am –
12:00 am
from
$500
hire fee
Per session
11:00 am –
12:00 am
from
$500
hire fee
Wednesday
11:00 am –
12:00 am
from
$500
hire fee
Per session
11:00 am –
12:00 am
from
$500
hire fee
Thursday
11:00 am –
12:00 am
from
$500
hire fee
Per session
11:00 am –
12:00 am
from
$500
hire fee
Friday
11:00 am –
12:00 am
from
$500
hire fee
Per session
11:00 am –
12:00 am
from
$500
hire fee
Saturday
11:00 am –
12:00 am
from
$500
hire fee
Per session
11:00 am –
12:00 am
from
$500
hire fee
Best price guarantee
Price: hire fee of $500 for cocktail or platter events and $750 for seated events;
Platter Options
Cold Platters (Approximately 30-40 pieces per platter)
* Hummus Dip Plate: Pita bread, vegetable crudités (VE) - $50
* Rare Beef Fillet: Horseradish crème, parmesan, pickles on toasted rye - $120
* Bruschetta: Local tomatoes, olive tapenade, bocconcini, basil (VEO) - $80
* Assorted Sushi: Kewpie mayo, dark soy - $110
* SA Oysters: Natural or cucumber & shallot vinaigrette (seasonal) - $120
* Smoked Tasmanian Salmon Crostini: Citrus mascarpone, fresh dill - $120
* Roast Duck Wontons: Asian pickle, coriander, hoisin - $120
* Assorted Local Cheese: Lavosh, muscatel, quince - $160
* Grazing Board: Cured meats, olives, house pickles, Persian feta, toasted focaccia - $160
Hot Platters (Approximately 30-40 pieces per platter)
* Asian Chicken Skewers: Peanut sauce, coriander, fresh chilli - $100
* Marinated Greek Chicken Skewers: Tzatziki, lemon (GF) - $100
* Asian Beef Fillet Skewers: Peanut sauce, coriander, fresh chilli - $120
* Angus Beef Pies & Sausage Rolls: Tomato ketchup - $85
* Lamb Kofta: Tzatziki (GF) - $100
* Spinach & Ricotta Pastries - $85
* Prawn & Ginger Dumplings: Kewpie, mild chilli soy - $110
* Salt & Lime Pepper Squid: Garlic aioli (GF) - $100
* Crispy Crumbed Prawns: Tartare (GFO) - $120
* Buttermilk Fried Chicken: Chipotle - $100
* Vietnamese Spring Rolls: Sticky chilli, soy sauce, Asian herbs (VE) - $80
* Vegetable Dumplings: Dipping sauce (VE) - $110
* Crispy Tempura Eggplant: Harissa spices, minted yoghurt (VEO) - $90
* Salt & Pepper Tofu: Sticky soy, crispy shallots (GF, VE) - $85
* Fries: Tomato ketchup, garlic aioli (GF, VE) - $45
* Sweet Potato Fries: Chipotle - $55
Pizza Platters (Approximately 30 pieces per platter)
* Margherita - $35
* Pepperoni - $35
* Hawaiian - $35
* BBQ Chicken & Chorizo - $40
* Italian Salami & Olive - $40
* Vegan - $45
Larger Individual Options (Minimum 30 per item, pricing per item)
* Fried Chicken Slider: Lettuce, chipotle - $6
* Beef & Cheese Slider: Pickles, burger sauce - $6
* Pulled Pork Slider: Pickled red cabbage, sriracha aioli - $6
* Crumbed Eggplant Sando: Tomato, lettuce, aioli (VE) - $6
* Individual Chip Buckets: Tomato ketchup - $4
* Individual Tempura Fish & Chips: Vinegar salt, tartare - $9
* Individual Salt & Lime Pepper Squid: Chips, aioli - $9
* Individual Buttermilk Fried Chicken: Chips, chipotle - $9
* Individual Butter Chicken or Chickpea Masala: Jasmine rice, minted yoghurt - $9
* Individual Asian Chicken Salad: Nuoc cham - $9
Sweet Options
* Chocolate & Vanilla Mini Cupcakes (36 pieces) - $95
* Chocnut Brownie: Double cream, fresh berries (GF) (30 pieces) - $110
* Mini Patisserie Assortment (52 pieces) - $110
* Fresh Baked Portuguese Tarts (30 pieces) - $120
* Salted Caramel Profiteroles (30 pieces) - $100
Cocktail Packages
All options are served by wait staff.
Option A ($25 per person)
* Hummus Dip Plate: Pita bread, vegetable crudités
* Chicken Skewers: Peanut sauce, coriander, chilli
* Salt & Lime Pepper Squid: Garlic aioli (GF)
* Assorted Pizza: Margherita, Hawaiian, Pepperoni
* Angus Beef & Spinach Ricotta Gourmet Pastries
Option B ($35 per person)
* Hummus Dip Plate: Pita bread, vegetable crudités
* Assorted Sushi: Kewpie mayo, dark soy
* Salt & Lime Pepper Squid: Garlic aioli (GF)
* Chicken Skewers: Peanut sauce, coriander, chilli
* Lamb Kofta: Tzatziki (GF)
* Spinach & Ricotta Pastries
* Assorted Pizza: Margherita, Hawaiian, Pepperoni
* Chocolate & Vanilla Mini Cupcakes
Option C ($40 per person)
* Hummus Dip Plate: Pita bread, vegetable crudités
* Bruschetta: Local tomatoes, olive tapenade, bocconcini, basil
* Assorted Sushi: Kewpie mayo, dark soy
* Chicken Skewers: Peanut sauce, coriander, chilli
* Salt & Lime Pepper Squid: Garlic aioli (GF)
* Mushroom & Parmesan Arancini: Garlic aioli
* Beef & Cheese Slider: Pickles, burger sauce
* Individual Fries: Tomato ketchup
* Gourmet Pastries or Assorted Pizza or Dessert Option
Cocktail & Beverage Packages
Cocktail Silver ($85 per person)
* Hummus Dip Plate: Pita bread, vegetable crudités
* Assorted Sushi: Kewpie mayo, dark soy
* Salt & Lime Pepper Squid: Garlic aioli (GF)
* Chicken Skewers: Peanut sauce, coriander, chilli
* Lamb Kofta: Tzatziki (GF)
* Spinach & Ricotta Pastries
* Assorted Pizza: Margherita, Hawaiian, Pepperoni
* Chocolate & Vanilla Mini Cupcakes
* Four-hour beverage package (A) or add $15 per person for Premium Beverage Package (B).
Cocktail Gold ($90 per person)
* Includes everything from Cocktail Silver plus:
* Bruschetta: Local tomatoes, olive tapenade, bocconcini, basil
* Mushroom & Parmesan Arancini: Garlic aioli
* Beef & Cheese Slider: Pickles, burger sauce
* Gourmet Pastries or Dessert Option
Cocktail Platinum ($100 per person)
* Includes everything from Cocktail Gold plus:
* SA Oysters: Cucumber & shallot chardonnay vinaigrette (seasonal)
* Asian Satay Beef Skewers: Coriander, chilli
* Panko Crumbed Prawns: Tartare
* Fried Chicken Slider: Lettuce, chipotle
* Mini Dessert: Patisserie Assortment
Capacity
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Standingup to 200
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Diningup to 140
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Cabaretup to 85
Catering and drinks
In-house catering available
Venue can organise food and drink
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed
Facilities
Music & sound equipment
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Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
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Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
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No noise restrictions
Accessibility
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Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
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Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
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Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
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Accessible parking spot available
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Unavailable: Lift to all floors
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Unavailable: Cargo lift
Rules of the space
Allowed events
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Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
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No wedding licence
Host rules
No smoking is allowed inside the premises.
About Palais Hotel
Palais Hotel is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.
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