The Village Belle
202 Barkly Street, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia
Why you'll love The Village Belle
- With beautiful event spaces with a casual vibe perfect for any social and corporate events.
- Close proximity to public transport, shopping centre, St Kilda Botanical Gardens and other tourists spots.
- Offers modern Australian dishes boasting the best local and sustainable produce in Victoria.
About the venue
A St Kilda Icon that has been embedded in the tapestry of St Kilda since 1891, the Village Belle Hotel reopened its doors to unveil a new look in time for the new year. The much-loved heritage-listed St Kilda pub has been restored, renovated and is now an all-purpose, sleek, contemporary, double-storey venue encompassing all-year-round beer garden, public bar and cocktail lounge across four distinct areas: The Garden Bar, Balcony Bar, Public Bar and The Doulton Lounge. The "Belle" of St Kilda, The Village Belle Hotel, is here to welcome back regulars and new faces.
The Village Belle Function Rooms

Balcony Bar & Mezzanine
The Garden Bar & Restaurant has been especially designed to be functional all year round. A contemporary concrete and glass structure, the striking space includes custom-made, steel framed windows and operable glazed walls that lift upward ...

Public Bar
The rejuvenated Public Bar remains true to its roots, a welcoming place for sport and music lovers where you will find screens broadcasting sports all year round. Classic counter pub meals are available for lunch and dinner everyday in the...

Entire Venue
The Balcony Bar has proven to be the pick of the spaces within the Village Belle. Hosting many celebratory occasions, the Balcony Bar is a versatile, stylish and private function space popular with our guests and regular patrons. The Bal...

Doulton Lounge
The Doulton Lounge is a sophisticated, sultry cocktail lounge located on the top level, with vibrant private booths, a black marble bar and dance floor. The drinks menu will include an array of stirred and shaken classics and Village Belle ...
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an event cost at The Village Belle?
Events at The Village Belle 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 The Village Belle?
The following types of events can be held at The Village Belle:
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if The Village Belle is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
How do I find out if The Village Belle is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if The Village Belle 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 Village Belle?
No food or beverage / catering options have been selected for The Village Belle. 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 Village Belle?
There are a steps involved in booking an event at The Village Belle 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 Village Belle 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 Village Belle 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 Village Belle 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.