SPACES

Spaces that work for whatever you’ve got planned.

Head upstairs, out to the balcony, or into one of the quieter corners – there are a few different ways to do functions at The North Star.

Some suit bigger celebrations.
Some keep things a bit more contained.

Different setups, same idea – a good night without overcomplicating it.

Soldiers Lounge & Balcony

Head upstairs and you’ll find this one – set in the original part of the building, with its own bar and a balcony that tends to get a fair workout once the night gets going.

This is where bigger celebrations usually land – birthdays, engagements, the kind of nights that start with one plan and end… a little differently (in the best possible way).

  • Fits up to 90 seated/120 cocktail

  • Private bar

  • TV/Spotify

  • Balcony access

  • Wheelchair accessible (with a small step onto the balcony)

North Star Hotel function space set up for a celebration.
Covered balcony function space at The North Star Hotel in Ballarat.
Beer taps and bar inside The North Star Hotel in Ballarat.
North Star Hotel function space decorated and ready for a celebration.
Exterior of the North Star Hotel with a balcony and outdoor seating, clear blue sky, some trees, and people walking on the sidewalk.

Garden Bar & Terrace

A newer addition to the venue – lighter, more open, and a bit more flexible depending on how you want things to run.

It works just as well for a long lunch or baby shower as it does for an engagement or anniversary – the kind of thing where no one wants to feel boxed in.

Inside opens straight onto the terrace, so the night can stretch a bit.

  • Up to 55 seated/70 cocktail

  • Private bar

  • TV/Spotify

  • Weather protected

  • Wheelchair accessible

Indoor bar area with white tiled walls, a neon green sign reading 'The Guest Bar', bottles of alcohol and glasses on a shelf, a patterned bar counter, and black-and-white checkered floor tiles.
Interior view of a rustic restaurant or cafe with exposed brick walls, wooden ceiling, and large windows showing the outdoors with trees. There are high tables and stools, and a glass door with a 'Strictly Staff Only' sign.
Interior view of a restaurant or cafe with brick walls, large windows, and trees visible indoors. Several tables and chairs are arranged around the space, with warm lighting and decorative string lights.
A conference room with a rectangular wooden table surrounded by black leather chairs, artwork on the white wall, and a sliding glass door leading to a small outdoor patio with hanging plants and greenery.

Hunters Lounge

Good for groups that want their own space without needing to fill a whole room – seated catch-ups, smaller celebrations, or anything where you actually want to hear each other speak.

  • Up to 30 seated/35 cocktail

  • TV/Spotify

  • Weather protected

  • Wheelchair accessible

Smaller, more contained, and easy to settle into from the start.

Named after Australian screen legend Bill Hunter – who stayed at The North Star when his parents held the licence – it’s a space with a bit of history behind it, without making a big deal of it.

Lounge area with booth seating at The North Star Hotel in Ballarat.
Dining table set for a group at The North Star Hotel in Ballarat.
Table setting in one of The North Star Hotel’s dining spaces.
Dining space set up for a large group at The North Star Hotel in Ballarat.
Dining space set up for a group at The North Star Hotel in Ballarat.
Lounge area with comfortable booth seating at The North Star Hotel.

Weekday Conference + Meeting Rooms

For something a bit more structured during the week, we also have meeting room options available.

Flexible, practical setups – good for small teams, planning sessions, or anything that needs a table, a coffee, and a few hours without interruption.

We can tailor simple catering and room setups depending on what works best for your team.

Short meeting options 

  • Before 5pm on weekdays

  • ~2hrs, from $120

  • Up to 20 people

  • Room hire included

Options include: barista coffee and toast with spreads.

Half/Full-Day bookings

  • Before 5pm on weekdays

  • 10–20 people

  • From $30pp

  • Room hire included

Options include: assorted food platters, hot beverages and juice/soft drinks. 

A rough idea of numbers and a date is generally enough to get the ball rolling.

From there, it’s just a matter of picking the space that fits – and letting us take care of the rest.

Enquire about your event