Emporium Hotel South Bank Brisbane Events & Parties
At the five-star Emporium Hotel Brisbane, sophisticated celebrations take place in stylish and contemporary spaces. With a dedicated in-house events team, bespoke fine dining menus, and 143 luxurious guest rooms, this boutique hotel on Brisbane’s South Bank is a fabulous venue choice for your next social event.
Anniversaries, milestone birthday celebrations and engagement parties find their home in Emporium Hotel’s grand Frangipani Ballroom. This versatile, pillarless space boasts stylish neutral interiors and a flexible room layout with dividing walls that can be moved to suit your event style and guest numbers.
For something more intimate, why not host a private dinner party at Emporium Hotel’s Signature Restaurant? Your guests will be blown away by the striking blush pink interiors and delicious fine dining menus. Or if cocktail parties are more your style, you’ll love the hotel’s glamorous Piano Bar, inspired by the golden jazz era of the 1920s. There’s also an elegant French brasserie called Belle Époque that’s known for its decadent high tea and a funky rooftop bar overlooking South Bank Parklands and Brisbane River.
Highlights of Emporium Hotel Brisbane Events & Parties:
- Spectacular location on Brisbane’s iconic South Bank
- Pillarless ballroom for larger celebrations
- Private dining at Signature Restaurant
- Glamorous Piano Bar, Rooftop Terrace and French brasserie
- Bespoke event menus and carefully curated wine lists
Capacity
Up to
260
Sitting 
Up to
400
Standing Facilities
Spaces At This Venue
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The Frangipani Ballroom
The grand, pillarless Frangipani Ballroom can accommodate 260 seated guests or up to 400 guests for cocktail events. This versatile and elegant space features mirrored walls, a state-of-the-art lighting and sound system, moveable dividing walls, and a stylish neutral colour scheme.
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Reserve Wine Bar
Exuding old-world glamour, The Reserve Wine Bar combines a modern nod to the speakeasies of the 1920s with vinous delight. Features include an extravagant wine wall and tasting table, lush furnishings, custom chandelier, backlit bar and a 5.4m projector screen. The Reserve Wine Bar welcomes events of 80 cocktail style.
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Signature Restaurant
With its beautiful burnt-orange and blush pink colour palette, plush furnishings, and exquisite menus, Signature Restaurant offers an elegant setting for private dinner parties. The restaurant can accommodate 48 guests on long banquet tables and up to 12 guests in its private dining room.
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Belle Époque
Belle Époque is a fabulous French brasserie and patisserie that’s perfect for hosting stylish high teas or boozy long lunches. Every element of the menu is skillfully crafted every day by the hotel’s dedicated in-house team, bringing a taste of Paris to Brisbane’s South Bank. There’s space for up to 60 guests for cocktail events and 30 on long banquet tables.
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The Terrace
From business functions and lunches to cocktail parties, The Terrace is ideal for hosting an array of events. This stylish rooftop space features lush tropical landscaping, elegant styling, and incredible views over Brisbane. The Terrace can accommodate up to 40 guests for cocktail events.
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The grand, pillarless Frangipani Ballroom can accommodate 260 seated guests or up to 400 guests for cocktail events. This versatile and elegant space features mirrored walls, a state-of-the-art lighting and sound system, moveable dividing walls, and a stylish neutral colour scheme.
Guest Capacity
Sitting: 0 - 260Standing: 0 - 400
Features
Wi-FiProjector
Whiteboard
Audiovisual (AV) equipment
Air conditioning
Accessible venue
Dance floor
Stage
Exuding old-world glamour, The Reserve Wine Bar combines a modern nod to the speakeasies of the 1920s with vinous delight. Features include an extravagant wine wall and tasting table, lush furnishings, custom chandelier, backlit bar and a 5.4m projector screen. The Reserve Wine Bar welcomes events of 80 cocktail style.
Guest Capacity
Standing: 0 - 80Features
Wi-FiProjector
Audiovisual (AV) equipment
Air conditioning
Accessible venue
With its beautiful burnt-orange and blush pink colour palette, plush furnishings, and exquisite menus, Signature Restaurant offers an elegant setting for private dinner parties. The restaurant can accommodate 48 guests on long banquet tables and up to 12 guests in its private dining room.
Guest Capacity
Sitting: 0 - 48Features
Wi-FiAir conditioning
Natural light
Accessible venue
Belle Époque is a fabulous French brasserie and patisserie that’s perfect for hosting stylish high teas or boozy long lunches. Every element of the menu is skillfully crafted every day by the hotel’s dedicated in-house team, bringing a taste of Paris to Brisbane’s South Bank. There’s space for up to 60 guests for cocktail events and 30 on long banquet tables.
Guest Capacity
Sitting: 0 - 30Standing: 0 - 50
Features
Wi-FiAir conditioning
Natural light
Accessible venue
From business functions and lunches to cocktail parties, The Terrace is ideal for hosting an array of events. This stylish rooftop space features lush tropical landscaping, elegant styling, and incredible views over Brisbane. The Terrace can accommodate up to 40 guests for cocktail events.
Features
Wi-FiNatural light
Accessible venue
Events Catering
Location
Attractions nearby:
- South Bank Parkland
- Brisbane City Botanic Gardens
- The Wheel of Brisbane
- Kangaroo Point Lookout
Nearby restaurants:
- Popolo Italian Kitchen and Bar
- River Quay Fish
- Harajuku Gyoza South Bank
- OTTO Ristorante
Venue Testimonials
THE BEST WEDDING VENUE IN BRISBANE!!!! They were the most competent, creative and professional team I have ever dealt with. From the very beginning, the Emporium Hotel catered to our every need, explaining the detail each step of the way. The food was AMAZING and very high quality. The bar and service were 10/10. We were considering other venues in Brisbane, however, we thank our lucky stars that we chose the Emporium Hotel.
Jonathan P.
The whole team at Emporium Hotel helped us create an unforgettable wedding day, it was everything we could have imagined and more. The incredible views from the 21st-floor penthouse certainly set the scene for our guests as they enjoyed cocktail hour at sunset on the balcony followed by a stunning 5-course dinner. We could not fault a thing on the day, the food, service and set-up was exceptional. Thank you!
Brittney R.
I recently had my wedding at the Emporium Hotel and would just like to say thanks to the awesome team there! The customer service level at the hotel is extremely high and everything from the night stays to the coordination and run of the wedding on the day/evening was perfect! If you are looking for a wedding venue where everything can be in one spot - this is it. I have always been worried about the rain and of course, it rained on the entire day of my wedding and we were so lucky to have a beautiful setting of the hotel to get photos inside.
Sam A.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Frangipani Ballroom at Emporium Hotel can accommodate up to 260 seated guests and 400 guests for cocktail events.
This five-star hotel on Brisbane’s South Bank features 143 luxuriously appointed suites, with stylish interiors, state-of-the-art technology including Bose audio systems, Molton Brown amenities, and large marble ensuites with double vanities.
Yes, the hotel offers valet parking.
Emporium Hotel South Bank’s exceptional catering menus focus on showcasing fresh, Australian-sourced ingredients. Choose from an array of impressive menu options, including delicious bite-sized canapés and decadent sit-down menus.
