Make it a memorable occasion
Host an event
A great host and an uplifting venue make for an even better event. With flexible spaces for gatherings big or small, city views and tailored experiences, we set the scene for memorable meetings, events and celebrations Melbourne CBD.
Conveniently located in the heart of Melbourne, our nine flexible venues span 493 square metres and are designed for everything from boardroom meetings and conferences to private celebrations and social events.
Choose from light-filled meeting rooms with impressive city views, a versatile event space with its own terrace, or a flexible 3-in-1 space with adjoining breakout rooms. For something a little more social, head to our Rooftop Terrace, host an intimate gathering in Blacksmith Bar & Grill’s private rooms, or make the entire restaurant yours.
Whatever you’re planning, we have a myriad of interesting spaces to bring your special occasion to life, with our experienced Events Team on hand to make every detail feel refreshingly seamless.
493 m²
Event and meeting space
9
Flexible venues
280
Guests in our largest space
1:1
Dedicated Event Specialists
What we host
Meetings and Conferences
From a quick boardroom session to a multi-day conference, find a space that works around your agenda. With floor-to-ceiling windows bringing in abundant natural light and sweeping city views, plus adaptable layouts and modern audiovisual technology, our spaces make meetings feel anything but ordinary. Add tailored catering and support from our experienced Events Team, and you’ve got everything you need for a seamless day, or a few.
Social and Private Dining
Whether it’s a birthday, an intimate gathering or a big milestone worth celebrating, find a space made for the occasion. Take it outdoors on our Rooftop Terrace, host something more intimate in Blacksmith Bar & Grill’s private rooms, or opt for an exclusive restaurant buyout surrounded by 180-degree Melbourne city views and soaring seven-metre ceilings. With tailored menus and flexible options for groups big or small, every celebration gets a setting to match.
Group Travel
Make hosting an event even easier by keeping everyone together under the same roof. Whether you’re bringing together a small group or a larger guest list, our group accommodation in Melbourne CBD keeps everyone close to the action. Pair your event with a comfortable overnight stay, city views and tailored group rates, with everything conveniently in one place.
Latest event offers
10% off end-of-year celebrations
For a limited-time only, get 10% off* your final bill when you book your end-of-year party by 30 September 2026.
Bottomless rooftop soirées
Host a rooftop party with a view. For $85 per person, enjoy a lavish grazing table, two hours of bottomless Dal Zotto wines and beers, for groups of 10 to 40.
Spaces for every occasion
Gouldian Room
Located on the 5th floor, the Gouldian Room offers a large event space overlooking Melbourne. This room features floor-to-ceiling windows with natural light, an outdoor terrace, a pre-function area and room to present with multiple arrangements available on request.
Blacksmith Restaurant
Overlooking Melbourne’s skyline with its twinkling city lights at night makes for an impressive event. Our Blacksmith Restaurant is available for exclusive use of up to 280 people, inclusive of the Rooftop Terrace for a canape reception or 80 for a sit-down dinner.
Blacksmith Rooftop Terrace
The Rooftop Terrace is made for city soirées, set high above the heart of Melbourne. By day, soak up the sunshine and sweeping skyline views. By night, watch the city lights come to life around you. An impressive rooftop setting for cocktail parties, birthdays, corporate events and special celebrations.
Hammer Room
A little more private, with a view worth showing off. The Hammer Room pairs an intimate setting with its own private terrace overlooking Melbourne’s skyline. Tucked away in the heart of the CBD, it’s made for private dinners, celebrations, meetings and smaller events that deserve their own space.
Tongs Room
Tucked within Blacksmith Bar & Grill, Tongs gives you a space of your own while keeping the atmosphere of the restaurant close by. Draw the automatic curtains for added privacy, whether you’re gathering around the table for a long lunch, private dinner or special celebration.
Honeyeater Rooms
Three rooms, one impressive event space. Open up all three Honeyeater Rooms to create our largest meeting and event space, filled with natural light and designed to flex around your plans. From conferences and presentations to workshops and larger gatherings, the space can be tailored with different layouts.
Gather & Feast
Make catering one less thing to think about. Whether you’re hosting a team lunch, a sit-down dinner, a cocktail party or a larger celebration, our menus offer plenty of choice, made with quality ingredients and served straight from the kitchen at Blacksmith Bar & Grill. Pair your menu with a drinks package featuring wine, beer, spirits and cocktails to make it a little more celebratory.
Hosting a meeting or conference? Our day delegate packages bring catering, refreshments and the essentials together, keeping your team fuelled from start to finish.
What planners say
Trusted by teams and celebrations
"Voco has become one of our venues of choice for leadership programs and workshops. The team is incredibly easy to work with, responsive, and adaptable to our needs, helping us create experiences that feel seamless from start to finish."
Head of People Development - AFL
"A huge THANK YOU to you and your team for everything you have done to assist us! Everything went super well and our guests couldn't stop commenting on your hotel, the facilities and food. They loved it!!"
L'Oréal Australia
"The light-filled spaces, contemporary design and welcoming atmosphere create an environment where people can connect, learn and stay engaged throughout the day. Participants also consistently praise the quality of the catering."
Head of People Development - AFL
"From the initial planning stages right through to the event itself, the staff were attentive, professional, and went above and beyond to ensure everything ran seamlessly. "
L'Oréal Australia
"The team is always professional, efficient, and incredibly easy to work with. Everything runs smoothly, nothing is ever a hassle, and we can rely on the team to have everything organized and ready to go. "
Gemcell
"We really enjoyed our stay at voco Melbourne Central and had an awesome Awards Night at the Blacksmith Bar & Grill. Hopefully we can return one day in the future!"
Integra Lifesciences
Good to know
Event FAQs
Our event spaces can cater to both small gatherings and larger celebrations. Make an enquiry to our team here to discuss the best option for your guest numbers.
We can host any type of occasion, including birthdays, anniversaries, corporate lunches and dinners, networking events, engagement parties, cocktail receptions and private celebrations.
Minimum spend requirements may apply depending on the event size, date and preferred space requested. Our events team will provide a tailored proposal.
Yes. Event spaces and guest rooms can be booked together for added convenience. Simply mention in your enquiry that you’d like to include accommodation as well, and our Events Team will be able to provide a bespoke quotation.
We recommend booking as early as possible, particularly for larger events and festive periods, to secure your preferred date and space.