Golden Gate Hotel
238 Clarendon St, South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia
Why you'll love Golden Gate Hotel
- Features a combination of private and semi-private spaces ideal for any social and corporate events.
- .Conveniently located along the highway of Clarendon street, with plenty of street parking around the venue.
- Offers flexible event packages with a friendly team that can help you create the perfect occasion to suit your theme, budget, food and beverage requirements.
About the venue
The Golden Gate Hotel's been a part of the South Melbourne landscape since way back in 1853. That's a long, long time – and certainly enough time to perfect the art of being a relaxed and friendly traditional pub, and then combine it with a contemporary dining experience. The Golden Gate Hotel is an iconic pub that offers a contemporary dining experience with the relaxed and friendly atmosphere of a traditional pub as well as live music. The Golden Gate Hotel features a number of exclusive and non-exclusive spaces, making it a good pick for a variety of event types. Birthdays, cocktail parties, corporate events, and even relaxed post-work celebrations and casual drink gatherings.
Golden Gate Hotel Function Rooms

Stylish and Contemporary Dining Space
The Dining room is located on the ground floor of the venue, semi-detached from the main bar area. This stylish and contemporary space boasts gorgeous views of tree-lined Coventry Street and is perfect for birthdays, cocktail parties, eng...

The Classy Vibe of Entire Venue - Exclusive Use
This entire venue can be book privately this venue has been a part of the South Melbourne landscape since way back in 1853. That's a long, long time – and certainly enough time to perfect the art of being a relaxed and friendly traditional ...

The Coventry Room with Library Room Combined
With leather furniture, warm timbers and earthy tones, The Coventry Room embraces a traditional Gentlemen’s Club vibe. Suitable for formal dinners, cocktail parties and corporate events, this space features a private bar, ambient lights and...

The Main Bar
Featuring handcrafted furnishings in a modern room, The Main Bar area is the perfect space for those who wish to mingle in the atmosphere of the venue whilst enjoying their own private space next to the bar.

The Library Intimate Corner Adjoining to Coventry Room
The Library is ideal for intimate dinners or business meetings for up to 14 people. It includes a fireplace, private bathrooms, and audio facilities. Standing capacity up to 30 pax.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find out if Golden Gate Hotel is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if Golden Gate 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 Golden Gate Hotel?
The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at Golden Gate 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.
What steps are involved in booking an event at Golden Gate Hotel?
There are a few steps involved in booking an event at Golden Gate 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 Golden Gate 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 Golden Gate 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 Golden Gate 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.
What type of events can be hosted at Golden Gate Hotel?
The following types of events can be held at Golden Gate Hotel:
- Christening
- Bar Mitzvah
- Product Launch
- Trivia Night
- 40th Birthday Party
- Corporate Offsite
- Wedding
- Christmas Party
- Gala Dinner
- Function
- Meeting
- Cocktail Party
- Trade Show
- Seminar
- End of Financial Year Party
- Engagement Party
- Corporate Function
- Conference
- Birthday Party
- 30th Birthday Party
- 50th Birthday Party
- Networking Event
- AGM
- School Formal
- Workshop
- Awards Dinner
- University Ball
- 18th Birthday Party
- 21st Birthday Party
- Baby shower
- Bridal shower
- Bat Mitzvah
- Ceremony
- Private Dining
- Training
- Residential Conference
- Bucks Night
- Corporate Retreat
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Golden Gate Hotel is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
How much does an event cost at Golden Gate Hotel?
Please enquire for pricing and availability.
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.
Where is Golden Gate Hotel located?
Golden Gate Hotel is located at 238 Clarendon St, South Melbourne Victoria 3205, Australia.
What are the operating hours of the Golden Gate Hotel?
Sunday - Thursday: 12 pm - 10 pm
Friday - Saturday: 12 pm - 11 pm
Kitchen Hours
Monday - Sunday: 12 pm - 9 pm
What is on the menu at this restaurant?
Golden Gate Hotel has an extensive menu of starters, mains, sides and desserts showcasing a selection of modern Australian dishes. There is something to suit all tastes and dietary requirements!
View the restaurant's full menu here.