The Imperial Hotel
2-8 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Why you'll love The Imperial Hotel
- Imperial Rooftop offers all you need; Parliament views, sun-soaked seating, delicious share bites & of course, cold froths!
- Offers multiple event spaces with breathtaking views and relaxed atmosphere.
- Known as Melbourne’s home for live sports such as AFL, NRL, NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB, UFC, WCL, and every other sport you can think of.
Imperial boasts an incredible rooftop bar, overlooking the city and with spectacular views of Melbourne Parliament House.It is one of the oldest pubs in Melbourne and continues to be a favourite watering hole for locals and visitors alike for sports and dinner after some of Melbourne’s best plays.
The Imperial Hotel Function Rooms

The Parliament Function Room
With breathtaking views of Parliament House, this bright & light-filled space is perfect for your next celebration. The Parliament Function Room caters for private dining & intimate cocktail parties & with a built-in projector & large TV sc...

The Treasury Function Room
This newly refurbished Treasury Room is again ideal for any bespoke cocktail or dining event. Surrounded by a barn door and fit with a new bio-ethanol fireplace, Treasury Room provides a welcoming atmosphere for your next special occasion.

The Level One Restaurant A Large and Dynamic Space For Event
This versatile space can accommodate capacities of 240 guests for cocktail events & 140 guests for dining. Combining all the features of our Parliament, Treasury, & Cabinet rooms Level One comes alive as a unique space for those larger gues...

The Cabinet Function Room Complete with its own Bar & Lounge
Complete with its own bar & lounge area the Cabinet Room is designed for a combination of pre-dinner drinks & seated affairs. If you are looking to add an extra impressive element to your event, The Terrace can be hired exclusively alongsid...

At The Cozy Rooftop Garden Bar
Perched high at the top, this rooftop bar is the ewest event space in town. To complete with relaxed lounge seating, breathtaking city views & a cocktail party capacity of 270 guests our Rooftop Garden is available for exclusive & limited h...
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find out if The Imperial Hotel is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if The Imperial 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 The Imperial Hotel?
The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at The Imperial 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 The Imperial Hotel?
There are a few steps involved in booking an event at The Imperial 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 The Imperial 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 The Imperial 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 The Imperial 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 The Imperial Hotel?
The following types of events can be held at The Imperial Hotel:
- 30th Birthday Party
- 40th Birthday Party
- 50th Birthday Party
- AGM
- Awards Dinner
- Bar Mitzvah
- Birthday Party
- Christening
- Christmas Party
- Cocktail Party
- Conference
- Corporate Function
- Corporate Offsite
- Corporate Retreat
- End of Financial Year Party
- Engagement Party
- Executive Retreat
- Function
- Gala Dinner
- Meeting
- Product Launch
- Trivia Night
- University Ball
- Wedding
- Workshop
- 21st Birthday Party
- 18th Birthday Party
- Bat Mitzvah
- Seminar
- Training
- Networking Event
- Ceremony
- School Formal
- Bridal shower
- Baby shower
- Residential Conference
- Trade Show
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if The Imperial Hotel is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
How much does an event cost at The Imperial Hotel?
Events at The Imperial 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.