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Dorset Gardens Hotel

3.9(2,057)
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About

Dorset Gardens Hotel blends local pub charm with practical accommodations, offering 45 motel-style rooms just off Mt Dandenong Road. Its family-friendly bistro serves a fresh, seasonal menu ideal for casual business lunches or relaxed dinners.

The venue features spacious function rooms supported by a dedicated Events Team, making it a solid choice for meetings and group gatherings in Melbourne's outer East. Nightlife options include a nightclub with popular local DJs, adding an energetic after-hours vibe for client entertainment or team celebrations.

Best for

  • Spacious corporate dinners & celebrations
  • Team offsites with local pub charm
  • Multi-night stays with event hosting

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Event Spaces
Spacious function rooms with dedicated Events Team
The hotel offers large function rooms capable of hosting events up to 80 guests, supported by a specialised Events Team that ensures detailed planning and flawless execution.
Nightlife
Popular nightclub with local DJs on weekends
Dorset Gardens features a nightclub that has been a local favourite for years, with popular Melbourne DJs spinning tracks on Friday and Saturday nights, providing a vibrant entertainment option onsite.

At a glance

Rated 3.9 on Google · 2,057 reviews