Rydges Melbourne has been recognised as a Top 50 Meeting Hotel in Asia Pacific by Cvent, ranking in the Top 10 for Australia and taking out the top spot in Victoria.

The globally recognised Cvent Top Meeting Hotels list spotlights properties that set themselves apart by delivering outstanding group experiences through thoughtful event planner collaboration, exceptional service, and tailored event offerings.

Taking out the top spot in Victoria, Rydges Melbourne's strategic online presence attracts event planners by appealing directly to their unique needs and expectations, ensuring they are at the forefront of critical group business opportunities in the region.

After unveiling Rydges Melbourne's incredible transformation in 2023, being acknowledged for the first time by this global accolade reflects the flagship property's refreshingly local approach, which continues to set it apart in one of Australia's largest cities.

Located in the heart of the city's vibrant theatre district, moments from exclusive Collins Street boutiques and the Bourke Street Mall and close to major sporting precincts such as MCG and Melbourne Park - home to the Australian Open, the flagship Rydges property caters to the needs of every traveller.

Boasting one of Melbourne's largest conference and event offerings, including 11 well-designed meeting areas, spanning an expansive 1500 sqm across two levels. The stunning ballroom, previously the iconic Bobby McGee's and now the largest space, showcases its magnificence through soaring seven-metre-high ceilings as well as housing an incredible 4x7m HD LED screen.

Level two is home to the new Bossley Rooftop, providing guests with expansive outdoor space and sweeping panoramic views of iconic landmarks such as Her Majesty's Theatre and Chinatown.

Troy Cuthbertson, Group General Manager of Hotel Operations Rydges, said: "We are thrilled and very proud of our Rydges Melbourne team receiving this much deserved international recognition. Sitting in the Top 10 for Australia and the only hotel in Victoria, with our state-of-the-art technology and world-class facilities and events spaces, Rydges Melbourne is levelling up every day by bringing our 'Refreshingly local', uniquely Australian owned and operated hotel to the global stage.”

“Achieving a spot on the Cvent Top Meeting Hotels list is a prestigious honour that highlights a hotel's ability to engage planners and deliver superior group and corporate event experiences,” said Graham Pope, Cvent Vice President, Hospitality Cloud. “In today's highly competitive, often uncertain environment, it's critical that hotels attract high-margin group business by prioritising RFP responses and putting the planner first. Attendee expectations are higher than ever, and resource-constrained event organisers want to collaborate with hotels and venues that understand exactly what they need to bring their vision to life. The properties recognised this year have set a high standard for excellence. Congratulations to Rydges Melbourne on this outstanding accomplishment.”

The Rydges groups 'refreshingly local' positioning sees interiors influenced by natural Australian muted tones of eucalyptus green and rusty ochre, along with rounded edges and tactile textures, that complement the property's abundance of natural light, soft tones and theatrical ceilings.

The commitment to supporting local is also reflected in the Victorian businesses and local food and beverage suppliers Rydges Melbourne partners with, from regions such as Diamond Valley, Port Phillip Bay, Lockwood, the Yarra Valley and Gippsland.

To make a reservation at Rydges Melbourne, please visit the hotel's website or contact via phone (03 9662 0511). Standard room rates start at $255 per night.

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Methodology

Cvent evaluated hotel properties that generated business through the Cvent Supplier Network between January 2024 and December 2024. The properties were ranked according to various criteria, including total requests for proposals (RFPs), awarded RFPs, total room nights, awarded room nights, major metropolitan area market share, conversion rate, and response rate. The criteria are designed to accurately reflect the top meeting hotels in North America, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Latin America and Asia Pacific regions.

Rydges is part of EVT 

About Rydges 

Rydges Hotels operate quality city, suburban and resort-style hotels in key destinations across Australia and New Zealand, with a refreshingly down-to-earth approach. For more than 30 years, Rydges have provided genuine local hospitality with quality essentials alongside its trademark 'too easy' service. 

The group accommodates more than one million guests each year across a range of market segments, including corporate, conference, government, leisure, inbound and domestic groups and international travellers, with a focus on creating a home-away-from-home for every guest. 

Community minded, Rydges is committed to supporting the local areas in which they operate, while delivering exceptional service that is guaranteed to exceed guest expectations and make the day better. 

The Rydges portfolio appeals to both leisure and business travellers looking for quality and value and sits alongside the broader EVT stable of hotel brands including Atura Hotels, QT Hotels and Resorts, LyLo and Independent Collection by EVT. www.rydges.com 

About EVT 

Entertainment businesses that excite every sense. Commercial Ventures driven by a passion for new opportunities. Travel businesses that always feel local and authentic. 

Entertainment: 140+ Cinema Experiences | 150+ Bars and Restaurants | Wellness 

Event Cinemas AU & NZ | BCC Cinemas| Rialto Cinemas | The Embassy | CineStar Germany | Moonlight | Skyline Drive In | State Theatre | SpaQ |Thredbo leisure Centre & Golf Course | Rydges Formosa Golf Course  
 

Ventures: ~$2B Property Portfolio | Partnerships 

EVT Property Development| EVT Hotel Management | EDGE CT | EVT Media & Sponsorship | EVT Partnerships |The Parlour Lane Company   
 

Travel: 80+ Hotels | Australia's number 1 Ski Resort 

QT | Rydges | Atura | Lylo | Independent Collection by EVT | Thredbo  
 

ASX top 200: EVT | ~$1Bn Annual turnover | Team of ~9000 

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About Cvent

The Cvent Supplier Network features more than 340,000 hotels, resorts and special event venues, serving as one of the world's largest and most accurate databases of detailed venue information.

Cvent is a leading meetings, events, and hospitality technology provider with 5,000+ employees and 24,000+ customers worldwide as of December 31, 2024. Founded in 1999, the company delivers a comprehensive event marketing and management platform and offers a global marketplace where event professionals collaborate with venues to create engaging, impactful experiences. Hotels and venues use Cvent's supplier and venue solutions to win more group and corporate travel business through Cvent's sourcing platforms. Cvent solutions optimise the event management value chain and have enabled clients around the world to manage millions of meetings and events. For more information, please visit cvent.com.