The Grand Vestibule
Capacity: Max 180 people / Size: 81m²
Boasting one of the city’s impressive vestibule comprising of eight marble columns that soar two floors over an intricately laid tessellated ti...
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Meetings & event spaces
This grand heritage-listed hotel has all the charm and nostalgia of yesteryear with a newfound elegance.
Located in the very heart of the CBD, the hotel offers eleven unique and versatile meeting and event spaces, with beautiful heritage features. Covering over 1100sqm across two levels, it is a venue for every type of event.
Offering
- Group business meetings
- Grand galas
- Intimate gatherings
- Small corporate functions.
Create memorable experiences in the elegant and traditional style rooms, combined with modern-day tailored menus, audio-visual technology and a professional and dedicated conference and events team.
Features & Services
- 11 – meeting rooms
- Capacity of up to 300 people
- Audio Visual
- Internet Access
- Event Catering
- Loading Dock
- Signage
- Deliveries
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Drinks are on us this winter
Book your conference space with us for $6000 or more, and receive a complimentary 30 minutes of drinks and nibbles in one of our restaurant spaces, Ms Ava or Mr Tompkins, post-conference.
Elevate your winter conference experience with our exclusive offer! Contact us today to secure your booking. Valid for conferences from April to September 2024.
T&C’s apply.
End of Year Packages
Book your event by 31 October 2024 and receive a one-night accommodation voucher as a prize draw for your party.
Celebration awaits with free-flowing drinks, handcrafted menus, fun times and service excellence from our team of professionals. Host your Gala in our newly renovated Grand Ballroom, adding an extra touch of glam to your event. Enquire about our end-of-year packages today.
Canapés & Beverages | $79PP
Two hours of free-flowing premium beverages, accompanied by festive canapés and finger food.
Christmas Themed Lunch or Dinner | $99PP
30 minutes chef's selection drinks and canapés. Followed by a two-course meal with sides, paired with a three-hour Premium Beverage Package.
Complimentary Package Inclusions
Included in our end of year packages is car parking, a gift for all guests and Christmas decorations.
Terms and Conditions: Subject to availability. Available to new bookings only and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers. Minimum 20 guests.
Day Delegate Package
Includes arrival tea and coffee, morning and afternoon tea breaks, lunch, delegate stationery, still/sparkling water, flip chart and whiteboard. (Minimum spend applies)
From $80 Per Person
Half Day Delegate Package
Includes arrival tea and coffee, morning / afternoon tea break, lunch, delegate stationery, still/sparkling water, flip chart and whiteboard. Minimum spend applies.
From $72 Per Person
Our Conference Venues
Cook Room
Capacity: Max 6 people / Size: 16m² (4.6m x 3.6m)
The Prime Minister, Mr Joseph Cook was present at the opening ceremony of the Commercial Travellers Association. Offering a total floor space of ...
Learn More The King Edward Ballroom
Capacity: Max 300 people / Size: 241m² (21m x 11.5m)
The opening ceremony of the building was officiated by the Governor of Victoria, Sir Arthur Stanley on Saturday 30 May 1914. Offering a total flo...
Learn More Mendoza Room
Capacity: Max 6 people / Size: 15.8m² (4.8m x 4.3m)
Titled after Alfred Mendoza, a member of the Commercial Travellers Association for 55 years and appointed President three times and Vice-Presiden...
Learn More Bresnan Room
Capacity: Max 40 people / Size: 44m² (9.2m x 4.8m)
Mr P.P.Bresnan was titled the first President of the Commercial Travellers Association. Offering a total floor space of 44m² and a ceiling heigh...
Learn More Tompkins Room
Capacity: Max 30 people / Size: 64m² (8m x 8m)
Harry Tompkins was the designer and architect of the Commercial Travellers Association Building and one of Melbourne’s best commercial architec...
Learn More Davies Room
Capacity: Max 50 people / Size: 64m² (8m x 8m)
Mr James Davies was appointed the General Secretary of the Commercial Travellers Association for over forty-five years. Featuring a total floor s...
Learn More Presidents Room
Capacity: Max 80 people / Size: 80m² (7m x 11.5m)
This room highlights its use as the original meeting and boardroom for the Commercial Travellers Club committee. Offering a total floor space of ...
Learn More Heritage Lounge
Capacity: Max 120 people / Size: 100m² (16.9m x 5.9m)
An aura of timeless elegance sets the tone for the hotels beautifully restored 1900’s Club Reading Room. Boasting dark timber paneling, leadlig...
Learn More Stanley Room
Capacity: Max 40 people / Size: 50m² (10.4m x 4.8m)
The opening ceremony of the building was officiated by the Governor of Victoria, Sir Arthur Stanley on Saturday 30 May 1914. Offering a total flo...
Learn MoreThe Grand Vestibule
Boasting one of the city’s impressive vestibule comprising of eight marble columns that soar two floors over an intricately laid tessellated tile floor. Features 81m² of space and a ceiling height of 10.5m. Suitable for 100 guests cocktail style
- Capacity: Max 180 people
- Size: 81m²
Cook Room
The Prime Minister, Mr Joseph Cook was present at the opening ceremony of the Commercial Travellers Association. Offering a total floor space of 16m² and a ceiling height of 2.7m. Suitable only for 6 people boardroom style.
- Capacity: Max 6 people
- Size: 16m² (4.6m x 3.6m)
The King Edward Ballroom
The opening ceremony of the building was officiated by the Governor of Victoria, Sir Arthur Stanley on Saturday 30 May 1914. Offering a total floor space of 241m² and a ceiling height of 3.45m.
FEATURING:
- Three magnificent 300kg chandeliers
- State-of-the-art amenities including dual 130-inch data projection screens,
- HD projectors,
- Bluetooth connectivity,
- Surround sound capability,
- Soundproofing,
- Hidden rigging points for seamless event customization without compromising guest views.
- Capacity: Max 300 people
- Size: 241m² (21m x 11.5m)
Mendoza Room
Titled after Alfred Mendoza, a member of the Commercial Travellers Association for 55 years and appointed President three times and Vice-President on a number of occasions over a period of 27 years. Offering a total floor space of 15m² and a ceiling height of 3.45m. Suitable only for 6 people boardroom style.
- Capacity: Max 6 people
- Size: 15.8m² (4.8m x 4.3m)
Bresnan Room
Mr P.P.Bresnan was titled the first President of the Commercial Travellers Association. Offering a total floor space of 44m² and a ceiling height of 3.45m. Most suitable for 24 people cabaret style.
- Capacity: Max 40 people
- Size: 44m² (9.2m x 4.8m)
Tompkins Room
Harry Tompkins was the designer and architect of the Commercial Travellers Association Building and one of Melbourne’s best commercial architects. Offering a total floor space of 60m² and a ceiling height of 3.45m. Most suitable for 30 guests classroom style.
- Capacity: Max 30 people
- Size: 64m² (8m x 8m)
Davies Room
Mr James Davies was appointed the General Secretary of the Commercial Travellers Association for over forty-five years. Featuring a total floor space of 68m² and a ceiling height of 3.45m. Most suitable for 30 guests classroom style.
- Capacity: Max 50 people
- Size: 64m² (8m x 8m)
Presidents Room
This room highlights its use as the original meeting and boardroom for the Commercial Travellers Club committee. Offering a total floor space of 80m² and a ceiling height of 3.45m. Most suitable for 80 people theatre style.
- Capacity: Max 80 people
- Size: 80m² (7m x 11.5m)
Heritage Lounge
An aura of timeless elegance sets the tone for the hotels beautifully restored 1900’s Club Reading Room. Boasting dark timber paneling, leadlight windows, ornate ceilings and plenty of natural light and street views. Features 100m² of space and a ceiling height of 3.05m. Suitable for 56 seated guests cabaret style.
- Capacity: Max 120 people
- Size: 100m² (16.9m x 5.9m)
