If we can bring our own liquor onto the property, is there a corkage or service fee? Do you have a food and beverage minimum? What are the consequences if we don’t meet it?

We have lots of options that will help you met your minimum spend such as - upgrading the alcohol or adding more food We allow you to BYO 1 bottle of premium alcohol without a surcharge.

What is the backup plan for rain or inclement weather?

We are an inside venue, which means you don’t have to worry.

What is the venue’s capacity?

Seated up to 120 guests Cocktail up to 200 guests

How do you structure the payment schedule?

A $1000 deposit is required soon confirmation. Then 2 weeks before the wedding the balance is due. We are happy to take part payments in the lead-up.

The Metropolitan Hotel

5 ( 3 reviews ) · 263 William Street (corner Lt Lonsdale St), Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria · Show Phone

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OVERVIEW

With two contemporary function spaces to choose from, trust the team behind Metropolitan Hotel to bring to life the magical city wedding you have always dreamed about.

Create a story never to be forgotten with The Metropolitans' dedicated team, while they take care of every detail from beginning to end providing you with a superb experience for you and your guests.

The Metropolitan offers two stylish and contemporary spaces to choose from located one block from Flagstaff gardens in the CBD.

The upstairs is accessible through its private entrance on William street. This space is recently refurbished and features:

Stand up Cocktail style for 180 guests or 100 seated with dance floor
Adaptable space to create a rustic, modern or formal atmosphere with fireplace
This chic space overlooks the atrium and is stunning as is or provides the perfect blank canvas to create your own unique style.

The Flagstaff Bar downstairs boasts a contemporary artisan feel with messmate timber and copper accents. This space offers:

Flexible seating areas for small gatherings for 20-30 guests through to 200 standing or 100 seated.
Open plan, allowing for flexible furniture arrangements
Natural light through the atrium windows
Ten beers beers on tap including local craft and a carefully curated selection of local artisan spirits

The metropolitan caters to both sit down or canape style menus that are curated to suit the style of your event.

Conveniently located in the CBD, it is easily accessible and situated close to Flagstaff gardens and many iconic buildings, perfect for photographic opportunities in addition to nearby hotels to accommodate your guests.

Our menu will be curated to suit the style of your wedding by our experienced events team with a variety of sit down or stand up options.

Enquire now to discover the endless possibilities that The Metropolitan can provide for your special day!

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Venue Features

Indoor Ceremony

Min 20 / Max 180 Reception guests

Price per head: Low $65 / High $ 130

Min 20 / Max 180 Ceremony Guests

In-house catering or 3rd Party Catering

Nearby Accommodation

Browse Hotels

FAQ

Are other events scheduled on the same day?

Yes, As we have two levels we can have 2 functions

Are your health department and insurance certificates up to date?

Yes

Are there adequate restroom facilities?

Yes, on level 1

What is your payment and cancellation policy?

i.Between 60-90 days: 10% of estimated function cost ii.Between 30-60 days: Deposit forfeited iii.Between 14-30 days: 50% of estimated function cost iv.Less than 8-13 days: 75% of estimated function cost v.less than 7 days: 100% of estimated function costs A change or postponement of an event will be considered a cancellation and the above charges apply

Who will be our point person as we plan our wedding? Who will be our point person on our wedding day?

Lauren smith - functions and event manger Tessa - Venue Manger Melanie - Proprietor

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September 2018

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The functions team at the Metropolitan was brilliant. We booked 6 weeks in advance, due to a cancellation from our original venue, and they worked with us to accommodation everything we asked for to make it a beautiful day that reflected us as a couple. Amazing food too!

Priyanka S.

September 2018

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Really attentive and friendly staff and great food! Really good value venue for a cocktail event.

Danielle B.

The Metropolitan Hotel

Thank you Danielle, it was our pleasure to be part of your day!

June 2018

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The Metropolitan Hotel were great and the wedding worked out very well.

Cheridan W.

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Banquet dining or cocktail style?

Will it be better to have a banquet dining or cocktail style for guests of around 100 or more??

The Metropolitan Hotel

Hi,

We can do seated or cocktail styled event for up to 100 guests. Do you have a date in mind for this? I'd be happy to send you through some options if you like?

Please feel free to give me a call to discuss your enquiry further on 03 9670 1385.

I hope to hear from you soon.

Kind Regards,
Barbara Jenner