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Rydges Melbourne stands as the premier Melbourne function venue, boasting eleven versatile event spaces capable of hosting anything from intimate birthdays to grand cocktail soirees. Featuring a large ballroom with limitless production possibilities, an expansive Rooftop Terrace, private dining rooms, and a Rooftop Pool, offering diverse settings to suit a range of occasions.

With a commitment to delivering a genuinely local experience, Rydges Melbourne crafts events with refreshingly local menus. Show-stopping food stations and live cooking stations showcase the best of local produce, complemented by an Australian-led beverage list for a perfect pairing.

Conveniently located in the heart of Melbourne CBD, Rydges Melbourne ensures accessibility with its proximity to public transport and on-site parking. Additionally, on-site accommodations provide guests with a seamless event experience.

Rydges Melbourne promises to transform social events into extraordinary experiences that capture the true essence of Melbourne. Book now to host an event that reflects the unique spirit of the city. Contact our team today by calling  +61 3 9635 1286 or emailing [email protected].

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Take Centre Stage
Melbourne's newest Rooftop space
Private Dining at Bossley
Private Pool Parties

Take Centre Stage

Whether you’re planning a gala dinner, cocktail soiree, or big birthday bash – our largest event space is perfect for when you want to take Centre Stage.

Melbourne's newest Rooftop space

Looking for a Melbourne rooftop experience, look no further. Taking in views of Her Majesty’s Theatre and the city skyline, this expansive indoor-outdoor venue can host 360 guests for cocktail style events, with an awning and heating for those brisk Melbourne nights.

Private Dining at Bossley

Whether it’s for wining or dining, business dinners or big birthdays, working lunches or intimate weddings, anything goes at Bossley. No matter what, you’ll feel right at home – and so will your guests

Private Pool Parties

A playful and glamorous celebration of our proud 1970’s heritage, come up to Level 23 and get poolside. This Rooftop Pool can be transformed into your own private event space, with sweeping Melbourne city views.

The luxe cocktail bar is fully-equipped for your next celebration, with nearby chef stations. Invite up to 60 guests to your next event — it’s sure to make a splash.

6 Venues

Room/space Area Ceiling height Max capacity (people) Banquet Theatre Classroom U-shape Boardroom Cocktail Cabaret Exhibition
Rydges Melbourne_Venue & Events Melbourne_Centre Stage
Centre Stage
495 m2 7 m 500 300 500 162 50 54 500 248 33
Meeting Place
Meeting Place
332 m2 3.3 m 300 220 286 120 38 54 300 176 22
Bossley Rooftop
Bossley Rooftop
460 m2 2.6 m 250 80 N/A N/A N/A N/A 350 N/A N/A
Terrace Room
Terrace Room
143 m2 2.6 m 130 56 N/A N/A N/A N/A 130 N/A N/A
Bossley Private Dining | Melbourne Private Dining Room | Lt Bossley
Bossley Private Dining
60 m2 2.7 m 100 40 40 20 13 20 60 N/A N/A
Rydges Melbourne_Rooftop Pool
Rooftop Pool
233 m2 N/A 60 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 60 N/A N/A
Rydges Melbourne_Venue & Events Melbourne_Centre Stage
Centre Stage
Seating capacity 500
Standing capacity 500
Area: 495 m2
Max Capacity: 500
Seating capacity 500
Standing capacity 500

Whether you’re planning a gala dinner, conference, launch or your wedding — our largest event space is perfect for when you want to take Centre Stage. With a pre-function bar, soaring vaulted ceilings, this versatile room can fit up to 500 guests cocktail style and up to 340 dining or be divided into two separate areas to suit your needs.

Meeting Place
Meeting Place
Seating capacity 286
Standing capacity 300
Area: 332 m2
Max Capacity: 300
Seating capacity 286
Standing capacity 300

With an abundance of natural light, and overlooking Her Majesty’s Theatre and Chinatown, the Meeting Place can host up to 300 guests cocktail and 340 seated.

Bossley Rooftop
Bossley Rooftop
Seating capacity 80
Standing capacity 350
Area: 460 m2
Max Capacity: 250
Seating capacity 80
Standing capacity 350

The expansive indoor outdoor venue can host 250 guests for cocktails, with awnings, equipped with heating for those brisk Melbourne nights. Spanning the full outdoor space, this level two rooftop space is the ideal place to celebrate a special, occasion, or for a relaxed setting. 

Terrace Room
Terrace Room
Seating capacity 56
Standing capacity 130
Area: 143 m2
Max Capacity: 130
Seating capacity 56
Standing capacity 130

With floor to ceiling windows overlooking The Terrace, Her Majesty’s Theatre and Chinatown, The Terrace Room offers 143 sqm metres of event space and can accommodate up to 130 guests cocktail or up to 52 seated.

Bossley Private Dining | Melbourne Private Dining Room | Lt Bossley
Bossley Private Dining
Seating capacity 40
Standing capacity 60
Area: 60 m2
Max Capacity: 100
Seating capacity 40
Standing capacity 60

With an exclusive menu showcasing the best of local seasonal produce, Bossley has mastered the art of crafting timeless occasions. Bossley is the place for all with two intimate Melbourne private dining rooms. 

Rydges Melbourne_Rooftop Pool
Rooftop Pool
Seating capacity 0
Standing capacity 60
Area: 233 m2
Max Capacity: 60
Seating capacity 0
Standing capacity 60

A playful and glamorous celebration of our proud 1970’s heritage, come up to Level 23 and get poolside. This Rooftop Pool can be transformed into…

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