College Lawn Hotel
36 Greville Street, Prahran VIC 3181, Australia
Why you'll love College Lawn Hotel
- Features elegant function spaces from courtyard bar, beer garden and terrace perfect for your next event.
- From set menu options to canapes & beverage packages, the venue offers a range of menus to suit your taste & budget.
College Lawn HotelWhether you are looking for a place for conversation or good food, the College Lawn Hotel bar in Melbourne could be for you. This pub has great Australian food and drinks at reasonable prices. Their wine list is surprisingly long and has something to offer everyone, while the food menu offers everything from risotto to dinner salads. As far as function venues go, the College Lawn Hotel has three areas that can be reserved. The Terrace area can handle 100 standing people, the Vinyl Room can hold 150 standing people and the Beer Garden’s capacity depends on availability. From birthdays to corporate events, this is one of the most popular function venues in Melbourne. Towards the Punt Rd end of Greville St, the Hotel is right near Prahran Station, so getting there is easy. There are also trams running down nearby Chapel St if that is your preferred method of transport.
College Lawn Hotel Function Rooms

The Upper Terrace
Booking the Upper Terrace enables you to enjoy an exclusive area of the venue, whilst still having full access to the main bar and outdoor beer garden. Light-filled, warm and inviting, this space is perfect for cocktail parties, casual grou...

The Beer Garden
With an outdoor bar serving 10 beers on tap, a backdrop of luscious greenery, and a covered section to keep you dry when bad weather hits, this space is a great spot to hold your birthday celebration, wedding reception or social get-togethe...

The Courtyard Bar
The Courtyard Bar is the newest addition to College Lawn with that right balance of indoor, outdoor feeling. The Courtyard Bar boasts a private bar. dining & cocktail area; ideal for large groups from 100 to 150 guests. Including a high re...
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
What steps are involved in booking an event at College Lawn Hotel?
There are a few steps involved in booking an event at College Lawn 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 College Lawn 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 College Lawn 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 College Lawn Hotel if you book via us.
What catering / food and beverage options are available at College Lawn Hotel?
The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at College Lawn Hotel:
- Filtered Water
- Coffee / Tea
- Inhouse Catering
- Bar Tab
For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.
How do I find out if College Lawn Hotel is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if College Lawn 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 type of events can be hosted at College Lawn Hotel?
The following types of events can be held at College Lawn Hotel:
- Corporate Function
- Christmas Party
- Engagement Party
- 40th Birthday Party
- End of Financial Year Party
- Function
- 30th Birthday Party
- Cocktail Party
- Birthday Party
- Awards Dinner
- Meeting
- Product Launch
- Seminar
- Training
- Workshop
- Networking Event
- Gala Dinner
- Conference
- Ceremony
- 50th Birthday Party
- 21st Birthday Party
- 18th Birthday Party
- Christening
- Corporate Retreat
- Executive Retreat
- Wedding
- Baby shower
- AGM
- Trivia Night
- Private Dining
- Bridal shower
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if College Lawn Hotel is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
How much does an event cost at College Lawn Hotel?
Events at College Lawn 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.