Rydges Melbourne - Award Winning Conference & Event Spaces. They are proud to be recognised by the industry as Melbourne’s best meeting and event venue for two consecutive years and to have earned a place among the top 10 venues in Australia. - Top 10 in Australia & No.1 in Victoria 2025 - Best Meeting & Events Space in Melbourne 2025 - Best Meeting & Events Space in Melbourne 2024 Rydges Melbourne has been transformed into a refreshingly local destination, nestled in the heart of the city's vibrant theatre district. Offering an immersive cultural experience, the hotel is just steps away from Chinatown, exclusive Collins Street boutiques, major sporting precincts, Emporium, Melbourne Central, and the Bourke Street Mall, making it an ideal choice for visitors looking to explore the best of Melbourne. The Meeting Place I & II is a versatile event space that can be configured for conferences, exhibitions, private dinners, and more. With the capacity to accommodate up to 88 guests in a cabaret-style setup, 144 guests in theatre style, or 150 for a cocktail event, this flexible venue is ideal for a variety of gatherings. Light-filled and overlooking Little Bourke Street, the venue can be set up in any number of ways and features built-in high-definition data projectors, 160-inch screen, and a pre-function area with complimentary beverage options. Meeting Place 1 + 2 is perfect for: Wedding venue Melbourne| Engagement party venue Melbourne | Workshop venue Melbourne | Meeting room Melbourne | Presentation venue Melbourne | Networking venue Melbourne | Conference venue Melbourne | Corporate Function venue Melbourne
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Rydges Melbourne
Meeting Place 1 + 2
Great for
- Conferences
- Meetings & workshops
- Networking
- Presentations
- Training
- Weddings
Facilities
- Air conditioning
- Audio equipment
- Breakout spaces
- Close to transport links
- Disabled access
- Natural light
- Parking
- TV/projector
- Whiteboards/flipcharts
Capacities
- Cabaret: 88
- Classroom: 60
- Dinner / Rounds: 100
- Standing: 150
- Theatre: 144
- U-shaped: 24