Function Rooms for Hire in Fitzroy, Melbourne

The cost of function rooms averages around $116 hire fee per hour. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Fitzroy, based on Tagvenue data:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:

• Upstairs Private Room at Rice Paper Scissors Fitzroy in Fitzroy - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Service on the day was amazing and all the staff were flexible and just overall so lovely to work with!!’

• Band Room at The Grace Darling Hotel in Collingwood - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘The space was great, well suited for our group.’

• Private Function Room at Polly Bar in Fitzroy - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Lovely room, the private bar and adjacent open-air room with bathroom were also awesome to have...’

You'll find function rooms in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Fitzroy, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):

• Les Hughes Function Room at Royal Derby Hotel, from $15 per person (up to 80 guests standing)
  Venue said: Royal Derby Hotel is a traditional corner pub that combines classic pub rooms with on-site accommodation. Venue highlights: The venue provides several indoor bar and dining areas that can be hired for private functions, plus...

• Paris Consulting Room at United Co. Fitzroy, from $72 hire fee per hour (up to 4 guests seated)
  Venue said: This Consulting Room is the perfect space to collaborate with your team or meet your clients in a professional, engaging and welcoming private work environment.

• LCKR ROOM - Lounge Space at UBQ, from $500 minimum spend per event (up to 30 guests standing)
  Venue said: What guests say: The space has strong lighting and sound and a compact club feel; booth seating and an intimate layout are repeatedly noted as highlights.

In Fitzroy, function rooms are most commonly booked for 25 to 50 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of November 2026:

Many Fitzroy venues offer pre-set packages that include things like food and beverages, decorations, and audio-visual equipment. These packages can be more cost-effective than booking everything separately. Some venues require a minimum spend on food and beverages instead of a hire fee, and they can be a good option for those on a budget. You can also find venues that allow you to bring your own food and beverages (BYO), which can save you a significant amount of money. However, you may need to pay a corkage fee. Keep in mind that prices for function rooms may be cheaper during off-peak seasons. It would be more cost-effective to plan your event in the shoulder season (spring or fall) instead of the peak season (summer). You may also consider having your event on a weekday, which can be more affordable.

Booking a function room in advance is essential to ensure that you get the venue that you want for your event. We recommend booking a function room at least 2-3 months in advance. This will allow you enough time to plan the event and to make any necessary changes to the booking if needed. However, if you're planning a wedding, it is recommended that you book a function room as early as a year in advance. Wedding venues are more in demand, so booking early ensures that you'll be able to secure the date of your choice.