Introduction

Located in the heart of Melbourne’s East End theatre district, Rydges Melbourne is a contemporary hotel and conference destination designed for modern business and leisure travellers. With more than 1,500 square metres of flexible event space across 11 versatile venues, the hotel is ideal for conferences, meetings, and private events of all sizes. Standout features include Centre Stage—a state-of-the-art venue featuring a 7x4 metre HD LED screen—and Bossley Rooftop, an elevated indoor-outdoor space perfect for cocktail events and stylish celebrations, offering sweeping views of Chinatown and Her Majesty’s Theatre. Rydges Melbourne offers more on every level—from elevated event spaces to thoughtfully designed accommodation. The hotel features 370 rooms and suites, all reflecting the needs of the modern traveller with super high-speed Wi-Fi, USB charging ports, 55-inch smart TVs with casting capabilities, 24/7 in-room dining, and locally sourced minibars for a taste of Australia. Each room includes the signature Rydges Dream Bed, soundproof windows, and individual climate control for a restful stay. For longer stays or added comfort, the Rydges Suites offer generous open-plan living and dining areas, a kitchenette with coffee pod machine, Nutribullet, dishwasher, and laundry facilities—perfect for guests seeking apartment-style convenience with hotel service. The spacious ensuite features dual rain showers and premium bathroom amenities. The Rydges Deluxe Suites offer all the features of the standard suites, with the addition of a deep soaker bathtub and even more space to unwind—ideal for guests looking to elevate their stay. Additional facilities include a fitness studio and a rooftop pool deck. Bossley Bar & Restaurant rounds out the experience with locally inspired dining, private dining spaces, and direct access to the rooftop.

Phone: 03 9662 0511
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Address 186 Exhibition Street, MELBOURNE, VIC 3000

Amenities

General

  • Star Rating : 4.5 Star
  • Accommodation Style : Hotel

Meeting Facility Description

Spanning the first two levels, Rydges Melbourne offers over 1,500 square metres of flexible meeting and event space, purpose-built to cater to conferences, meetings, exhibitions, and private functions. Connecting the spaces, the pre function foyer spaces have been designed to have seamless flow and provide the amenities needed for a pre-event space or for a trade expo, with space to set up individual booths or stands. There is free flowing complimentary still and sparkling water, juice, tea and coffee for event and conference guests to enjoy, all part of the warm Rydges service. Centre Stage, is the most spacious of the new event spaces, with its own dedicated pre-event bar. A pillar less ballroom, it features a super-sized 7 x 4 metre LED screen and operable wall to divide into two spaces if required. The architects have retained the soaring ceilings of the former theatre, with an almost 7 metre high space, providing a true sense of grandeur.    The Meeting Places on the same level can be used as one larger space, or through operable walls, divide into up to four areas, with views abundant natural light. On level two, Terrace Rooms, open onto Bossley Rooftop—an expansive indoor-outdoor space with retractable awnings and city views. This rooftop venue spans 360 square metres and is one of the largest of its kind in Melbourne’s CBD, perfect for cocktail functions and end-of-day celebrations. The architects and designers have transformed Rydges Melbourne with a colour palette inspired by the Australian landscape—featuring natural materials, soft tones, and abundant light to create an inviting atmosphere, refreshingly local.

Meeting Facility Details

Exhibits Space
Largest Room
Total Sq. M
Reception Capacity
Theatre Capacity
Banquet w stage & dancefloor
Boardroom Capacity
Cabaret Capacity
U Shape Capacity
Venue Pricing
Restaurant:Entire Venue Capacity
Restaurant:Private Function Rooms
Restaurant: Cuisine
Hollow Square Capacity
No. of Twin Rooms
Banquet Capacity
Number of Rooms
Suites
Classroom Capacity
Sleeping Rooms
Yes
495
1500
500
500
260
54
248
50
Venue Hire/Minimum Spend
110
60
Modern Australian
30
70
300
11
59
162
370

Meeting Rooms

Room/ Space
Centre Stage 1 & 2
Meeting Place 1 - 4
Meeting Place 1
Meeting Place 2
Meeting Place 3
Meeting Place 4
Terrace Room 1 and 3
Terrace Room 1
Terrace Room 2
Terrace Room 3
Terrace Rooms 1 - 3
Bossley Rooftop
Little Bossley
Private Dining Room
Little Bossley + Private Dining Room
Centre Stage 1
Centre Stage 2
Square Meters Width Length Height Booths Theater Capacity Classroom Capacity Banquet Capacity Reception Capacity Amphitheater Present Listening Devices Present
495.00m2 24.42m 16.01m 6m 20 500 162 300 500

No

Yes

332.00m2 10.395m 27.505m 3.3m 14 286 120 220 300

No

Yes

83.00m2 6.765m 10.395m 3.3m 0 84 30 50 75

No

Yes

83.00m2 6.765m 10.395m 3.3m 0 84 30 50 75

No

Yes

83.00m2 6.765m 10.395m 3.3m 0 84 30 50 75

No

Yes

83.00m2 6.765m 10.395m 3.3m 0 84 30 50 75

No

Yes

100.00m2 5.66m 22.075m 2.4m 0 70 30 40 60

No

Yes

57.00m2 7.2m 7.5m 2.4m 0 28 15 24 50

No

Yes

43.00m2 7.35m 5.66m 2.4m 0 24 15 16 40

No

Yes

43.00m2 7.35m 5.66m 2.4m 0 24 15 16 40

No

Yes

143.00m2 22075m 5660m 2600m 0 70 30 40 130

No

Yes

460.00m2 15m 30m 2.4m 0 0 0 54 250

No

No

37.50m2 7.5m 5m 2.7m 0 0 0 14 25

No

No

52.00m2 7.5m 7m 2.7m 0 0 0 44 60

No

No

90.00m2 7.5m 12m 2.7m 0 0 0 58 70

No

No

0.00m2 10.57m 16.01m 0m 0 189 60 120 250

No

Yes

0.00m2 13.91m 16.01m 0m 0 204 78 140 250

No

Yes

Sustainability

At Rydges Melbourne, our commitment to sustainability is evident through our impressive NABERS ratings. With a 4.5-star Water Rating, we prioritise efficient water use, minimising waste and supporting sustainable practices. Our 3.5-star Energy Rating reflects our ongoing efforts to reduce energy consumption and lower greenhouse gas emissions, making us a responsible choice for environmentally-conscious guests and businesses. As part of our sustainability efforts, our standard event packages do not include conference stationery. More information on our sustainability efforts at Rydges can be found here: https://www.rydges.com/sustainability/