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
Standing
up to 200
Dining
up to 140
Cabaret
up 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
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
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
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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Vicki Konnis
Member of Tagvenue since December 2024
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