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voco Melbourne Central by IHG is a hotel destination wedding venue in Melbourne, Australia, hosting 90 at dinner and 280 standing.

voco Melbourne Central by IHG

MelbourneVictoria, Australia

voco Melbourne Central by IHG brings 252 guest rooms and flexible meeting and banquet space to the heart of Melbourne, making it a practical base for couples hosting guests from out of town.

Guests
90 at dinner280 standing
Rooms
252 rooms
Getting there
MEL

About the venue

voco Melbourne Central by IHG brings 252 guest rooms and flexible meeting and banquet space to the heart of Melbourne, making it a practical base for couples hosting guests from out of town.

The hotel seats 90 for a formal wedding dinner and holds up to 280 for a standing reception, with an outdoor reception option, in-house catering and an on-site bar.

An on-site coordinator works with you on the details, and exclusive use or a full buyout is not required, so you can book just the space you need.

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is the nearest airport, and the hotel offers parking and a pool for guests staying over.

  • 252 guest rooms on site, including Standard, Premium and city-view King options
  • Seats 90 for a seated dinner or hosts up to 280 guests standing
  • Outdoor reception space plus indoor meeting and banquet space
  • In-house catering with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
90 guests
Standing reception
280 guests

Staying over

Rooms
252 rooms
Room types
15 listed
Whole property must be taken with the wedding
No

House rules

Exclusive use required
No
Pets
No
Children
Yes

Getting there

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Nearest airport
MEL
Parking
Yes
Step-free access
Yes

Questions about the venue

Where a number is our estimate, we say so.

How many guests can the venue hold?
The venue seats 90 guests for a seated dinner and accommodates up to 280 guests for a standing reception.
Can our guests stay at the hotel?
Yes. The hotel has 252 rooms, with Standard and Premium categories including King, Twin and two-single-bed layouts, high-floor rooms, city-view rooms, rooms with a tub and a disability-access King room. Each room accommodates up to 2 guests.
Do we need to book the whole hotel for our wedding?
No. Exclusive use and a full buyout are not required.
Is catering handled in-house, and can you cater to dietary needs?
Yes, catering is in-house, with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options available.
Is the venue accessible, and are children and pets welcome?
The venue is accessible and children are welcome. Pets are not allowed.

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Sources and booking notes

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Sources for individual venue facts

  • Seated dinner: 90 guests

    “Our Blacksmith Restaurant is available for exclusive use of up to 280 people for a canape reception or 90 for a sit-down dinner.”
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  • Standing reception: 280 guests

    “Our Blacksmith Restaurant is available for exclusive use of up to 280 people for a canape reception or 90 for a sit-down dinner.”
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  • Rooms: 252 rooms

    “And when the last drink turns into a late one, there are 252 rooms upstairs waiting.”
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  • Room types: 15 listed

    “Premium Room with Two Single Beds”
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  • Whole property must be taken with the wedding: No

    “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.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “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.”
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  • Dietary options: Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free and Dairy-Free

    “V = Vegetarian • VE = Vegan • GF = Gluten-Free • DF = Dairy-Free • * = Option Available Please note a 15% surcharge will be applied on Sundays & Public Holidays”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “A modern Australian bar and grill overlooking Melbourne's city skyline.”
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  • Exclusive use required: No

    “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.”
    Read the source for exclusive use required

  • Pets: No

    “No, pets are not allowed at voco Melbourne Central.”
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  • Children: Yes

    “Guests under 18 cannot check in or stay at the hotel alone and must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.”
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  • Nearest airport: MEL

    “voco Melbourne Central is conveniently located near Melbourne Airport (MEL), approximately 14.17 miles away (22.8 kilometers) from the hotel.”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “At voco Melbourne Central, valet parking is available for a daily rate of 70 AUD .”
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  • Step-free access: Yes

    “Yes, voco Melbourne Central is wheelchair accessible, with step-free access from the hotel entrance and lifts providing access throughout the hotel.”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “The Rooftop Terrace is made for city soirées, set high above the heart of Melbourne.”
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  • Swimming pool: Yes

    “voco Melbourne Central has 1 outdoor pool.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “Our dedicated Events Specialist will help bring everything together, from the first plans to the final pour.”
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