600 Guests
8 Spaces
138 Beds
Description
Treat yourself to “Geelong’s finest hospitality” at Rydges Geelong. Featuring 138 spacious accommodation rooms including apartments and suites, an on-site restaurant and five flexible function spaces. This contemporary hotel allows business guests to connect with clients and colleagues on a more personal level.
The function centre with elevated stage can accommodate a wide selection of events from small intimate cocktail parties to large trade displays; the space is very comfortable for 400 delegates in theatre style or 330 banquet guests.
No matter what brings you to the Geelong area, you’ll enjoy luxury accommodation, personalised service and first-class amenities at Rydges Geelong.
The team from Rydges look forward to welcoming you to Geelong.
For more information email events@geelongeventscentre.com.au or call (07) 5223 6250.
Location
Cnr Gheringhap & Myers Sts, Geelong
Located in the heart of Geelong close to the business and health districts, GMHBA Stadium, Little Creatures Brewery and the Geelong Performing Arts Centre (GPAC).
Key Features
- Function Centre refurbishment completed September 2015
- Elegant and inviting conference foyer with dedicated bar
- Flexible pillarless spaces
- Purpose-built elevated stage with dance floor
- Largest residential conference hotel
- Direct access into function centre
- On-site gymnasium, pool & spa
- On-site laundry facilities
- On-site parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- 24 hour reception.
Hot Offer
Celebrate your Christmas Party in style at Geelong Events Centre
by Rydges.
This year, we are serving up SOMETHING FESTIVE, SOMETHING SHARED
and our most exciting option, EAT STREET.
EAT STREET is a culinary experience through an abundance of themed street food stands. Your guests will have an unforgettable time eating their way around the globe; stopping off at stands such as “Miss Saigon” serving up Braised Duck Bao Buns and Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Bowls.
This year you have the option to add a little bit extra to your event, such as a Grazing Table, Frozen Cocktail Slushies and even a Chocolate Fondue Fountain!
Let one of our dedicated events specialists take care of the planning for you and treat your team to an incredible Christmas Celebration!
Available room specifications
| Room name | Board | U-Shape | Cabaret | Banquet | Theatre | Cocktail |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Function Centre | 130 | 150 | 231 | 330 | 400 | 600 |
| Kardinia/Barwon | 85 | 110 | 161 | 230 | 300 | 400 |
| Kardinia | 50 | 58 | 77 | 110 | 150 | 200 |
| Barwon | 45 | 40 | 63 | 90 | 100 | 140 |
| Otway | 45 | 40 | 70 | 100 | 130 | 160 |
| Terrace/Ante | 40 | 50 | 56 | 70 | 100 | 110 |
| Terrace | 25 | 20 | 40 | 50 | 60 | 80 |
| Ante | 15 | - | 14 | 20 | 20 | 40 |
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