O Brien Icehouse
105 Pearl River Road, Docklands VIC 3008, Australia
Sports Facility
•O Brien Icehouse is an all-ages ice skating rink, open seven days a week and equipped with two rinks. Aside from the Australian Ice Hockey League games and school holiday activities for which the venue is so readily known, O'Brien Group Arena also offers booking options for a myriad of different events. Think birthdays, school trips, or other parties with the kids. Additionally, O'Brien Group Arena also makes for a unique space in which to host a team bonding event or an office end of year celebration. Or a session learning how to skate, for that matter.
O Brien Icehouse Function Rooms
Ice Skating Birthday Party
If you're looking for one of the coolest kids' birthday party venues Melbourne has to offer, this place has got you covered. This world-class skating arena is one of the best kid's party venues that Melbourne families can enjoy. While a col...
The VIP Rink Side
Watch as the battle on ice unfolds mere inches away from the best seats in the Arena. Enjoy unlimited drinks and North American canapés, all included with your VIP AIHL experience. INCLUSIONS: Ticket to rink side box standard alcoholic/no...
The Famous St Moritz Bar
The Arena's premier function space holds crowds of up to 500 guests with plenty of flexibility to create the perfect space for your event. The St Moritz Bar is open during all AIHL games, special events, and exclusively upon request for ev...
Reviews for O Brien Icehouse
Wimida Sun
We entered at around 9 am for a day out. Split payments were allowed, and staff were friendly. Being our first time skating, it was a brand-new experience for all of us. There was a free lesson where two members of O’Brien icehouse taught us basic skills on how to skate. It was an excellent experience and it is definitely one for us to remember. The rink was cleaned after we were there for approximately 1.75 hours. Canteen food was a bit overpriced seeing the cheapest item being water for $4.50. The rink clean and custom service was amazing. As we travel by public transport parking was an issue however the venue was very easy to locate. The price we had to pay to enter the rink was very reasonable. It was under $30 and skate hire was included. Although some injuries (one of my friend’s ankle bone skin peeled off) as the ice skates themselves were fairly tight, we had an amazing time. Would definitely recommend this place, and look forward to coming back soon!
naglaa elkhawaga
Great Ice Skating Rink Experience I recently visited the ice skating rink, and it was a fantastic experience! The facility is well-maintained, and the ice was smooth and perfect for skating. The staff were friendly and helpful, making sure everyone was safe and enjoying their time. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced skater, there's plenty of space to move around and practice. The rental skates were in good condition and comfortable to wear. Overall, it was a fun and enjoyable experience, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great time on the ice!
Belinda
This is a good skate rink, but I’ve been too a few and this one doesn’t have what it takes to be 5 stars. It doesn’t have a DJ doing any games, and it didn’t seem to have a sound system that the staff knew how to operate. It says in really big writing that you can download an app and choose the music yourself, like you find in lots of indoor entertainment areas these days. So I did, but the system was muted so there was no sound. 🫤. Then they turned on the sound but apparently it just stopped working not long after that. On the plus side it has no session times so the $35 I spent on admission I could have skated for as long as I’d wanted. It was quite expensive for a family of 4.
Anthony Tran
I take my eldest daughter ice skating here every few months, and she absolutely loves it! You’ll find a great mix of professionals and beginners on the rink, and the atmosphere is always welcoming. The crowd is generally quite friendly, which makes it a fun and supportive environment, whether you’re new to skating or more experienced. It’s become one of our favorite regular activities!
Lubi Acker
Overall, the experience was decent. The facilities are fine, but they do feel a bit dated.. The ice itself is well-maintained, and the staff were friendly and helpful, but there's a missed opportunity to refresh and modernise the space. The biggest issue for me was the use of paper cups and plates when serving drinks and food. Since most people are enjoying their refreshments inside the cafe, there's really no need for disposable items. It would be much more sustainable (and pleasant) to provide proper glassware and reusable plates. For those who want take-away coffee or snacks, offering paper options would make sense—but not as the default. On top of that, their recycling efforts seem non-existent. In an era where sustainability should be at the forefront, this is something they really need to be addressed. A few simple changes could make a big difference, both environmentally and in improving the overall customer experience.
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