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Ms. Nautica
Ms. Nautica
If you are looking for a stylish Private Dining Room located in the heart of Geelong, then look no further. Rydges Geelong is home to Ms. Nautica – The newest addition to a variety of event spaces. Providing modern furnishings and state of the art audio visual. Ms. Nautica is accessible directly from the hotel lobby and is the ideal space for smaller events. Boardroom meetings, private dinners, baby showers, birthdays and other social events work perfectly in this contemporary space.
If you are after more space, Rydges Geelong Events Centre offers a range of other contemporary venues with flexible configurations.
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Capacity
- Banquet 30
- Cocktail 50
- Cabaret 21
- Classroom 16
- Boardroom 16
- Theatre 48
- U-Shape 18
More Venues
| Room/space | Area | Ceiling height | Max capacity (people) | Banquet | Theatre | Classroom | U-shape | Boardroom | Cocktail | Cabaret |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Rydges Geelong Events Centre
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462 m2 | 4.5 m | 600 | 330 | 400 | 215 | 150 | 130 | 600 | 231 |
Kardinia
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128 m2 | 4.5 m | 200 | 110 | 150 | 80 | 60 | 55 | 200 | 80 |
Kardinia And Barwon
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221.85 m2 | 4.5 m | 400 | 230 | 300 | 165 | 110 | 85 | 400 | 171 |
Otway
|
120.87 m2 | 3.7 m | 160 | 100 | 130 | 65 | 50 | 45 | 160 | 70 |
Barwon
|
98.6 m2 | 4.5 m | 140 | 90 | 100 | 60 | 40 | 45 | 140 | 63 |
Starboard
|
38.4 m2 | 2.7 m | 40 | 15 | 20 | 12 | N/A | 16 | 40 | N/A |
Portside
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78.4 m2 | 2.7 m | 80 | 60 | 60 | 45 | 20 | 25 | 80 | 48 |
Pool Terrace
|
N/A | N/A | 50 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 100 | N/A |
Broadside
|
116.8 m2 | N/A | 110 | 70 | 100 | 60 | 25 | 25 | 110 | 56 |
Banquet
Theatre
Classroom
U-shape
Boardroom
Cocktail
Cabaret
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600
400
600
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.
150
200
150
200
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.
300
400
300
400
Kardinia and Barwon venues combine to offer a spacious Geelong conference room with an abundance of natural light. These conference rooms are connected directly to…
130
160
130
160
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.
100
140
100
140
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.
20
40
20
40
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.
60
80
60
80
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.
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100
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100
Nautica Poolside is the perfect outdoor addition to your special day. Perfect for wedding ceremonies, cocktail parties and pre-reception drinks – The poolside can be transformed for whatever the occasion. Located within Rydges Geelong, Nautica Poolside is directly accessible via the hotel lobby and the events centre.
100
110
100
110
The combination of the Portside with adjoining room Starboard offer a spacious conference room with an abundance of natural light. This function venue is located within…
