Ultimate Celebration Weekend Stay in Preston

Celebrate in Melbourne’s North with Novotel Melbourne Preston. If you’re searching for a wedding venue in Melbourne, a stylish space for a milestone birthday, or a family-friendly location for a baptism or engagement party, Novotel Melbourne Preston offers the perfect blend of flexibility, convenience, and comfort. Located in Melbourne’s vibrant northern suburbs, our venue provides everything you need for a seamless celebration—from versatile, renovated function rooms and tailored catering to on-site accommodation, a professional events team, and amenities like a salon and gym. Whether you’re planning a one-day event or a full wedding weekend in Melbourne, we make it easy to host and stay in one place.

Why Choose Preston for Your Celebration?

Preston is a smart choice for hosting events, offering easy access for both local and interstate guests. Starting with a convenient location – Just 25 minutes from both Melbourne CBD and Tullamarine Airport via Bell Street, making it ideal for guests flying in or commuting from the city. 

Surrounded by Vibrant Suburbs – locals won’t need to travel far, surrounded by Coburg, Northcote, Thornbury, Ivanhoe, and Reservoir. Public transport & road access will ensure your event is well-connected by tram, train, and bus, and major roads nearby for smooth travel.

Perfect for All Guests – Whether you’re inviting local friends or hosting family from interstate, Preston offers accessibility and convenience without the congestion of the city.

All-Inclusive Function & Stay Packages

Our function and accommodation packages are designed to simplify your planning:

• 13 Versatile Function Rooms – Host everything from engagement parties and baptisms to milestone birthdays and weddings. Our spaces are private and completely yours for your event to style and suit your theme.
• On-Site, Fresh & Seasonal Catering – Choose from buffet-style meals, shared platters, or formal plated dinners. Menus are able to cater to all common dietary needs, and with a team of chefs on site, you can add on extras like a dessert station, extra sides, canapes and grazing tables!
• On-Site Accommodation – Keep guests comfortable with modern rooms just steps from your event space. With ample room layouts, accommodation will suit couples, families and groups. 
• One Simple Booking – Combine your event and accommodation into one easy-to-manage booking. Our team can quote you to include both your overnight accommodation and your event requirements in one booking!

Wedding Weekend in Preston

Make your wedding a full weekend experience with everything in one location at Novotel Melbourne Preston—a modern, flexible wedding venue with accommodation in Melbourne’s north.

Start your celebration with an on-site ceremony, followed by a light-filled reception, and finish the weekend with a relaxed farewell brunch—all without needing to change venues. Our versatile event spaces can be transformed throughout the day, with options for seated or cocktail-style receptions and the ability to flip rooms between services or use separate spaces for each part of your celebration.

Guests can enjoy the convenience of on-site accommodation, staying overnight in comfortable, modern rooms and waking up to a buffet breakfast before preparing for the big day. No need to worry about transport or late-night travel after the party.

For the bridal party, our executive suites and even city-view rooms offer a spacious setting to get ready in comfort. Plus with Salon Identity, located on-site, means you can access professional hair and makeup services without the hassle or cost of external vendors—perfect for a stress-free wedding morning.

Our wedding packages are packed with value, including:

• Complimentary bridal suite for the couple
• Venue hire
• Complimentary cakeage
• Tea and coffee service
• Discounted accommodation for guests
• Discounted on-site parking

From your first enquiry to the final toast, our expert events team will guide you through every detail. 

Download our wedding brochure or enquire for a quote!

Engagement Celebrations & Special Events

Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a large celebration, we’ve got you covered. We tailor every detail to your style, budget, and guest list. Novotel Melbounre Preston’s flexible function rooms are ideal for engagement parties, baptisms, and anniversaries, with setups for both seated and cocktail-style engagement events.

Choose one of our stylish dining spaces  to celebrate milestone birthdays or anniversaries in our restaurant, The Stampton, or choose a private dining area. Our venue is suitable for all ages, with family-friendly facilities with accessible spaces and thoughtful amenities.

Plan Your Ultimate Celebration Weekend in Preston

Novotel Melbounre Preston is recently renovated, offering spaces that are milestone ready to host everything from a 1st birthday to a 60th celebration with ease.

Planning your event is simple with our dedicated team:

• Easy Booking Process – Combine your function and accommodation into one seamless package.
• Expert Support – Our event coordinators assist from your first enquiry through to the event day, with our banqueting team on hand to ensure everything runs smoothly.
• Get Started Today – Enquire now to book your celebration by filling out our event enquiry form.

Enquire for your event date now!

FAQ’s About Hosting a Celebration Weekend in Preston

What types of events can be hosted at Novotel Melbourne Preston?

Novotel Melbourne Preston is suitable to host weddings, engagement parties, baptisms, milestone birthdays, corporate events, meetings, boardroom hire and more.

Do you offer wedding weekend packages with accommodation?

Yes, we can provide a quote to combine your ceremony, reception, and accommodation all in one location for a seamless wedding weekend.

Can catering menus be customised for my celebration?

Our seasonal menus offer multiple options curated by our team of in-house chefs. Our culinary team will work with you to choose a menu that suits your event style and dietary needs.

Is there a baptism venue option available?

Yes, we offer family-friendly spaces suitable for baptisms and other religious or cultural celebrations.

Do you cater for large birthday parties or private dining events?

Yes, our function rooms and restaurant spaces can accommodate both intimate dinners and large-scale parties.

Is parking available for guests?

We offer ample on-site parking, including discounted rates for event guests and overnight stays.