Royal Albert Hotel Sydney
140 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia
Royal Albert Hotel Sydney is the type of pub that still feels like a kick-ass local. It’d be a shame if it didn’t, frankly. It’s stood in its spot on Commonwealth Street for well over a century and boasts the kind of chequered and lively past that makes a legendary local truly legendary. Nowadays though, the Royal combines good food and good drinkin’ with a laid-back vibe and the type of coolness that comes with not ever seeming like ‘cool’ is the aim. What we’re saying, in a very roundabout way, is that the Royal Albert Hotel is a good’un for hanging out with friends, catching up with friends, and enjoying a beer with friends. For all of one’s drinking and stomach-lining-for-said-drinking needs, the Royal has it covered. Behind the bar, one finds a winning selection of craft beers, and next door one finds the Bamboo Dumpling Bar. As far as function venues are concerned, smaller groups can section off areas of the pub proper. Small nooks and crannies, larger lounge areas, it all depends on the size and speed of the group at hand. It’s worth noting Bamboo’s actually a part of the Royal Albert and is available to be enjoyed by those in search of function venues as well as food. Larger groups (up to 150) are able to use the hotel in its entirety. The Royal Albert Hotel is located on Commonwealth Street, near the corner of Reservoir Street. That’s in pretty-hip Surry Hills, within spitting distance of the centre of Sydney’s CBD and Belmore Park. There’s plenty in the way of buses around, and Central Station is well within walking distance also.
Royal Albert Hotel Sydney Function Rooms
Dumpling Bar and Royal Albert Hotel Lounge
Enjoy all the charm of the aged and unassuming, whilst also indulging in some mod-Asian cuisine within the vibrantly, hip surrounds of the Dumpling Bar. For a venue of contrast - capable of pleasing all parties - this combined space makes a...
Royal Albert Hotel Lounge
Laid back and unpretentious, The Lounge is traditional in style and sports a well-loved feel, along with an emphasis on Australian craft beers and hand-pumped ales. Cozy and inviting, the Lounge offers to seat for up to 40 guests. Space can...
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an event cost at Royal Albert Hotel?
Events at Royal Albert Hotel start from 0.
This may be subject to change due to seasonality, day of the week, duration and your specific requirements. For an accurate quote for your event please send an enquiry or contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
What type of events can be hosted at Royal Albert Hotel?
The following types of events can be held at Royal Albert Hotel:
- Workshop
- Trivia Night
- Product Launch
- Networking Event
- 50th Birthday Party
- Awards Dinner
- Bar Mitzvah
- Birthday Party
- Bucks Night
- Christening
- Christmas Party
- Cocktail Party
- Corporate Function
- Corporate Offsite
- End of Financial Year Party
- Engagement Party
- Function
- Gala Dinner
- Hens Night
- 40th Birthday Party
- 30th Birthday Party
- 21st Birthday Party
- 18th Birthday Party
- Bat Mitzvah
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Royal Albert Hotel is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
How do I find out if Royal Albert Hotel is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if Royal Albert Hotel is available for your event date is to send an enquiry through or get in contact with one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
Availability at many venues around the country is limited so if your date is flexible, please let the VenueNow team know and the venue may be able to provide a range of dates that suit your needs.
What catering / food and beverage options are available at Royal Albert Hotel?
The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at Royal Albert Hotel:
- Bar Tab
- Filtered Water
- Inhouse Catering
- Coffee / Tea
For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.
What steps are involved in booking an event at Royal Albert Hotel?
There are a few steps involved in booking an event at Royal Albert Hotel and the VenueNow team are here to do the heavy lifting for you.
Firstly, contact the VenueNow team by submitting an enquiry or speaking to one of our team members online or over the phone. We'll need to collect a few details from you, such as your:
- Event type
- Number of people attending
- Preferred event date & time (and if this is flexible)
- Budget (per person or total)
- Room layout
- Food and beverage / catering requirements
- Any other requirements
Once we've gathered these details, the VenueNow team will contact the team at Royal Albert Hotel to check:
1) Can they host the event on your preferred date / time? If not, what are some alternate dates / times?
2) What is the estimated cost based on your event requirements?
This process tends to take around 1 business day on average to receive a response from the venue. Once we've received a response, the VenueNow team will contact you as soon as possible.
If you're happy with the proposed price and dates / times, the VenueNow team will connect you with Royal Albert Hotel to finalise your booking (which may include a site visit if you choose to do so).
VenueNow provides this service free of charge to you as we are paid a small fee by Royal Albert Hotel if you book via us.
I have more questions. How do I get in contact?
There are a number of ways you can get in contact:
1) Call the VenueNow team on 1300 647 488 during business hours AEST
2) Contact the VenueNow team via our online chat in the bottom right of the screen
3) Submit an enquiry via the form on the page
The VenueNow team usually reply within a few hours during Australian business.