Rydges Sydney Central
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28, Albion Street, Surry Hills, New South Wales, 2010, Australia
Rydges Sydney Central Events
If you’re looking for a sophisticated hotel venue to host your next event, look no further than Rydges Sydney Central. This 4-star hotel has 11 stylish event spaces to choose from, including the light-filled Surry Rooftop. Situated just minutes from Central Station in the upscale area of Surry Hills, Rydges Sydney Central is conveniently located, yet surrounded by a desirable village-like part of town.
Whether you’re planning a stylish inner-city wedding, a multi-day conference, or a private birthday dinner party, Rydges Sydney Central will have a flexible venue space to suit. Each stylish function room features modern decor and neutral colour schemes, giving you the freedom to decorate your chosen space to reflect your event theme. The expansive Surry Rooftop boasts floor-to-ceiling windows that offer wraparound views of Sydney’s CBD.
The customisable event menus at Rydges Sydney Central are crafted by an expert culinary team, led by executive chef Kevin Weng. From delicate bite-sized canapés to decadent three-course plated meals, each dish is bursting with mouthwatering flavours. Menus can be tailored to suit your event and the hotel’s catering team will happily accommodate any dietary or special requests.
Highlights of Rydges Sydney Central Events:
- 4-star hotel in Surry Hills with nine elegant event spaces and a terrace
- Panoramic views of Sydney CBD through expansive floor-to-ceiling windows
- Customisable menus by executive chef Kevin Weng with an array of options
- 309 newly refurbished guest rooms with modern amenities
- Conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from Sydney Central Station
Capacity
Up to
270
Theatre 
Up to
126
Classroom 
Up to
70
U-Shaped 
Up to
63
Boardroom 
Up to
180
Dining 
Up to
320
Standing 
Up to
144
Cabaret 
Up to
140
Dinner & Dance Facilities
In-house Catering
Sit Down
Cocktail
Food Stations
Shared Platters
Spaces At This Venue
The Surry Rooftop
140sqm / 1507sqft
Located on level 11, this naturally lit event space is a gorgeous rooftop destination with wraparound windows overlooking Sydney and Surry Hills. The sleek high rise setting also has three private balconies and a useful built-in bar.
Meeting Rooms
Rydges Sydney Central offers nine flexible function rooms that range in size and can accommodate small groups of 10 as well as grand affairs of up to 320 guests. These include the Oxford 1 and 2, Albion, Riley, Crown, and Taylor rooms.
Level 5 Terrace
The Level 5 Terrace is a beautiful spot to invite your friends, family, and colleagues to celebrate in style. With sweeping views of Surry Hills, Sydney CBD and the iconic clock tower at Central Station, there are limitless photo opportunities from all angles.
Located on level 11, this naturally lit event space is a gorgeous rooftop destination with wraparound windows overlooking Sydney and Surry Hills. The sleek high rise setting also has three private balconies and a useful built-in bar.
Guest Capacity
Theatre: 0 - 200Classroom: 0 - 95
U-Shaped: 0 - 72
Boardroom: 0 - 72
Dining: 0 - 140
Standing: 0 - 200
Cabaret: 0 - 112
Dinner & Dance: 0 - 120
Features
Wi-FiProjector
Audiovisual (AV) equipment
Conference call facilities
Air conditioning
Natural light
Dance floor
Rydges Sydney Central, The Surry Rooftop floor plan
Rydges Sydney Central offers nine flexible function rooms that range in size and can accommodate small groups of 10 as well as grand affairs of up to 320 guests. These include the Oxford 1 and 2, Albion, Riley, Crown, and Taylor rooms.
Features
Wi-FiProjector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Audiovisual (AV) equipment
Air conditioning
Natural light
Accessible venue
Dance floor
Rydges Sydney Central, Albion Room floor plan
Rydges Sydney Central, Taylor Room floor plan
The Level 5 Terrace is a beautiful spot to invite your friends, family, and colleagues to celebrate in style. With sweeping views of Surry Hills, Sydney CBD and the iconic clock tower at Central Station, there are limitless photo opportunities from all angles.
Guest Capacity
Standing: 0 - 70Sitting: 0 - 40
Features
Natural light
Catering at Rydges Sydney Central
The experienced Rydges Sydney Central catering team makes planning your event a whole lot easier. They have the skills and expertise to prepare an immaculately cooked menu that will please all appetites. Their vast selection of starters, main courses and desserts embrace all palettes, and they’ll customise the menu to meet your culinary vision.
From intricate canapés on arrival to the three-course main meal, the hotel’s executive chef, Kevin Weng, will have carefully orchestrated each dish to a very high standard before it arrives at your table. The serving staff will also be fully notified about all dietary requirements and so your guests will feel comfortable and well attended to throughout your event.
Rydges Sydney Central is pleased to offer a wide selection of wines, beers and spirits to complement the delicious menus. The in-house bar is fully stocked with local and international beverages from all over the globe. Their exotic cocktails are also bound to excite your taste buds and create a memorable experience for all.
Highlights of Rydges Sydney Central Catering:
- Experienced catering team led by executive chef Kevin Weng
- Customisable menus with a vast array of options
- Premium selection of wines, beers and spirits to complement event menus
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Location
Nearby attractions:
- Central Station
- Surry Hills
- Hyde Park
- Oxford and Crown Street
Restaurants on site:
- Manna Loft
- Sydney Brewery Surry Hills
Restaurants nearby:
- Firedoor Restaurant
- NOMAD
- nel. Restaurant
- Chin Chin
Venue Testimonials
Came here for a wedding function. Wasn't disappointed. The Setup was lovely, staff was extremely attentive and polite, all requests were fulfilled without hesitation and the food was pretty yummy too! Thank you for a great experience
Phuong C ·
Convenient location, great food and service.
Rakesh Y ·
Great atmosphere, clean and well maintained and helpful friendly staff
Deb R ·
Frequently Asked Questions
Rydges Sydney Central offers two wedding packages. The plated package is priced from $109 per person and the canapé package starts at $99 per person.
The hotel’s beautifully appointed function rooms cater for 150 seated guests or 200 guests for a cocktail style event. The Surry Rooftop can accommodate up to 140 guests in a seated banquet setting or 230 guests cocktail-style.
Weddings at Rydges Sydney Central are renowned for their prime location in the upscale area of Surry Hills. This 4-star hotel wedding venue has a variety of versatile indoor and outdoor function spaces to choose from, including the light-filled Surry Rooftop with its floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Sydney’s CBD.
Yes. Rydges Sydney Central offers nine flexible function rooms for corporate meetings and events in Surry Hills. The hotel is conveniently located next to Sydney’s Central Station.
There are 309 spacious guest rooms with en suites at Rydges Sydney Central. Each newly refurbished room features a deluxe king-size bed, plush linens, and a flat-screen TV.
Yes. There are discounted parking spaces available for you and your event guests. Valet parking is also available.
The customisable food menus at Rydges Sydney Central are expertly crafted by executive chef Rick Fowden and can be tailored to suit any event. From delicate bite-sized canapés to decadent three-course plated meals, each dish is bursting with exceptional flavours.
Contact Tricia
Tricia's love for weddings and events is driven by her passion for helping and bringing people together. Her experience in hotels and event management is the perfect blend for curating memorable celebrations.
