IT’S BETTER AT BELLS.
South Melbourne just got a whole lot happier! Say cheers to our brand new Happy Hour, Monday to Friday, 3 pm - 6 pm. Enjoy $8 beers, $8 ciders, $8 wines + sparking, $8 basic spirits and $12 spritz!
T's & C's apply, selected tap beers and cider only, schooner size, house wines only.
Excludes public holidays and not valid at private functions/events.
At the quarterly meeting on 19 September 1874, the licensing magistrate for the Emerald Hill district granted a publican’s license to HW Freer, who named his hotel Freer’s Family Hotel. This hotel was designed by architect M Hennessy who was also responsible for the Meagher’s Family Hotel in City Road and the Maori Chief Hotel in Moray Street.
After a rapid turnover of licensees, Annie Bell took over in 1935 and it remained within the Bell family until 2013; the longest present-day association between any family and hotel in South Melbourne. Parts of the original hotel remain, including the slate roof, chimneys and double hung sash windows.
With negotiations commencing in 2011, Sam Tresise finalised ownership of Bells Hotel in 2013. Since, he has built a venue that has it all.
Whether you want to watch some live sport with mates, get away in the Gardens, have celebratory drinks on the rooftop, or simply treat yourself to one of Melbourne’s best parma’s, Bells has got it all.
Bells Hotel offers a stunning array of sophisticated venues for functions and events of all sizes in one of the city’s coolest and most accessible inner-city suburbs, South Melbourne. Simply tell us your requirements and we will take care of rest to ensure your event is a roaring success without any stress.
AN URBAN OASIS
The newest addition to Bells Hotel, Lady Kaye, named after Billy Bell’s wife will surely radiate elegance, warmth, and style. The beautifully designed garden is ideal for Birthdays, Engagements, Anniversaries, Intimate Weddings, Workshops, Staff Parties, Breakfast Meetings and more.
MAGNIFICENT VIEW OF THE CITY SKYLINE
This rooftop space at Bells Hotel becomes a magical setting as the sun sets reflected in the sparkling exteriors of the city’s towers followed by the show of lights of the city after dark.
PERCHED ON THE TOP OF BELLS HOTEL
This white minimalist space is a blank canvas easily transformed for your formal celebration or brand or product launch with full audio-visual facilities. An outdoor terrace offers an additional informal space for your guests to mingle.
The Topiary
CELEBRATE ANY OCCASION
The Topiary is a unique event space that was once a converted warehouse, featuring lush greenery and high ceilings that create a stunning atmosphere for any occasion. Whether you're planning a wedding, engagement party, corporate event, or any other type of celebration, The Topiary provides an amazing setting that will leave your guests in awe.
THE ULTIMATE ROOFTOP VENUE
Dazzle your clients or guests with a presentation on the huge cinematic screen or enlist a DJ or band to get them moving on the dance floor under the afternoon rays or the stars at night
Located in the heart of South Melbourne
Bells Hotel is easily accessible by car and transport.
Monday - Saturday 10 am–1 am
Sunday 10 am–11 pm
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