Corporate

Location

Venues

10 available

Capacity

Max 600

Transform your corporate events into exceptional experiences at Rydges Geelong, where excellence is the norm. Our purpose-built venue, situated in the heart of Geelong Central Business District, is among the city’s largest conference and events facilities. Designed with state-of-the-art audiovisual technology and complimentary Wi-Fi, ensuring unparalleled connectivity for engaging experiences with clients, colleagues, and friends.

Our venues are capable of hosting multiple separate events, with plenary options for 15 to 600 delegates, flexible configurations and staging capabilities. Our pillarless neutral rooms, equipped with cutting-edge technology, create the perfect atmosphere for productivity. Conveniently adjacent to Rydges Geelong Hotel with 138 well-appointed rooms, and on-site parking facilities.

Events are elevated with refreshingly local menus to enhance all occasions. Indulge in healthy day delegate packages or feast on elegant banquets featuring local produce, paired with an Australian-led beverage list.

Elevate your corporate gatherings with Rydges Geelong. Contact us today at +61 3 5223 6215 or email [email protected] for a tailored proposal.

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Meetings

Let our dedicated and passionate team assist in making your meeting, presentation, workshop or corporate training a memorable one for all the right reasons – state of the art audio visual technology, versatile event spaces & the most delicious local produce presented by attentive service.

For further information or to make an enquiry about your next meeting or event, please call (03) 5223 6250 or email [email protected]

Residential Conferences

Events by Rydges Geelong is the perfect venue for your next conference with 138 accommodation rooms, bar & restaurant facilities, workout space and outdoor solar heated swimming pool. For further information or to make an enquiry about your next conference or event, please call (03) 5223 6250 or email [email protected]

7 Venues

Room/space	Area	Ceiling height	Max capacity (people)	Banquet	Theatre	Classroom	U-shape	Boardroom	Cocktail	Cabaret
Rydges Geelong Events Centre	462 m²	4.5 m	600	330	400	215	150	130	600	231
Barwon	98.6 m²	4.5 m	140	90	100	60	40	45	140	63
Kardinia	128 m²	4.5 m	200	110	150	80	60	55	200	80
Otway	120.87 m²	3.7 m	160	100	130	65	50	45	160	70
Portside	78.4 m²	2.7 m	80	60	60	45	20	25	80	48
Starboard	38.4 m²	2.7 m	40	15	20	12	N/A	16	40	N/A
Ms. Nautica	42 m²	N/A	N/A	30	48	16	18	16	50	21

Rydges Geelong Events Centre

The largest venue at GEC, The Wedding Centre features 556m2 of pillar-less floor space and a built in stage – creating the perfect dance floor. With an abundance of natural light from the retractable skylights, the space offers flexible setup options and modern furnishings throughout. The Wedding Centre features a private entrance from Myers St that opens up to a large foyer.

Barwon Room is accessible via Myers St and features a spacious reception area, idea for pre or post event drinks or catering breaks. Our venues all feature in-built audio visual, individually controlled climate control and retractable skylights. Barwon makes up one third of The Wedding Centre, and can be connected to adjoining rooms Kardinia and Otway to accommodate larger groups.

Kardinia makes up one third of The Wedding Centre and is equipped with state of the art audio visual equipment, flexible configuration and provides access to the function foyer, ideal for pre or post event cocktails. This stylish venue boasts natural light from retractable skylights and can be combined with neighboring rooms Barwon and Otway to provide a larger space.

Otway Room provides modern furnishings and state of the art audio visual with direct access to the onsite outdoor pool & spa, ideal for post event cocktails. The venue makes up one third of The Function Room can be connected with neighbouring rooms Kardinia and Barwon to accommodate larger groups or offer multiple break out rooms.

Portside can be used separately or combined with adjoining room Starboard to offer a spacious room with an abundance of natural light. Portside is located within the Rydges Geelong Hotel with direct access from the hotel reception foyer. Fitted with state of the art audio visual and the flexibility to expand, making this space ideal for an intimate ceremony or reception.

Starboard can be used separately or combined with adjoining room Portside. Alone, this venue is the ideal space for a bridal party to reset and relax in between reception. Located within the Rydges Geelong Hotel, Starboard can be accessed directly from the hotel reception foyer.

Ms. Nautica is a stylish, versatile space featuring an abundance of natural light. Located within the Rydges Geelong Hotel, Ms. Nautica can be accessed directly from the hotel reception foyer. Flooded with natural light this private dining room is the ideal space to compliment your wedding celebrations.