Craig's Royal Hotel - Reading Room
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The Reading Room is a distinctive split-level private event room within Craig’s Royal Hotel on historic Lydiard Street in Ballarat. Historic Craig’s Royal Hotel Reading Room in Ballarat.
VENUE TYPE
Hotel Function Room
CAPACITY
Up to 80 guests
VENUE SETTING
Historic split-level hotel function room
IDEAL FOR
Wedding ceremonies; Cocktail receptions; Intimate functions; Heritage meetings
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Venue highlights
Amenities
Historic Craig’s Royal Hotel Reading Room in Ballarat
Split-level interiors with outlook to Her Majesty’s Theatre
Wi-Fi
AV
Air Conditioning
Catering
Cocktail use for up to 80 or theatre seating for 30
Popular for wedding ceremonies and intimate events
Venue Details
Guest Capacity
Up to 80 guests
Minimum hire
Not listed — contact venue
Pricing Information
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Accessibility
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Access
Parking
Restrooms
Kitchen
Location
About this space
The Reading Room is a distinctive split-level private event room within Craig’s Royal Hotel on historic Lydiard Street in Ballarat. The hotel describes ornate furnishings and a balcony overlooking Her Majesty’s Theatre, making it an atmospheric setting for intimate receptions, wedding ceremonies, private discussions and pre-dinner drinks. Ballarat’s venue guide lists capacities of up to 80 for cocktail-style arrangements and 30 in theatre layout; these figures refer specifically to the Reading Room, not the hotel’s larger dining rooms. Ask about current catering, step access and audio requirements for the intended configuration.
