With panoramic views of the city skyline, The Watershed Hotel is Darling Harbours’ premier waterfront venue.

The Watershed sits just above the promenade of Darling Harbour giving it a true waterfront feel.  Watershed can be hired exclusively for larger functions.  Hire of both Watershed & Cohibar can accommodate groups of 600 or more. There is an external staircase joining both venues.

This Sydney Waterfront venue holds a variety of events including corporate gatherings, product launches, birthday or engagement parties. Watershed can cater for groups from as little as 20 guests through to large functions up to 600.

A variety of unique spaces available, each with their own aspect of Darling Harbour, providing the perfect setting for your event. As the night winds down, the Watershed comes alive! We have a rare 24 hour licence 7 days a week, so no matter what the time of your event, we are ready to party.

LOCATED IN:

The heart of Darling Harbour, overlooking the Harbour and city skyline.

SPECIALISING IN:

Corporate events, Birthday celebrations, Engagement parties, Christmas parties and other social events.

WHAT CAN GUESTS ENJOY THE VENUE:

• Unique view over Darling Harbour towards the Sydney city skyline from level 2
• Large range of menus and packages from which to choose including cocktails
• Available to be hired as an exclusive venue

DOES A VENUE HIRE FEE APPLY?

Yes

WHAT IS THE LATEST TIME THE VENUE WILL ALLOW AN EVENT TO RUN?

2am

ARE THERE ADDITIONAL COSTS (ie: security, staffing, service charges etc)
Security charges apply for social events

DOES THE VENUE ALLOW OUTSIDE CATERING?

No

CAN UNDERAGE GUEST ATTEND EVENTS? ARE THERE ANY RULES / RESTRICTIONS AROUND THIS?

Underage guests must be accompanied by an adult

CAN GUESTS STYLE / DECORATE THE EVENT SPACE?

Yes – all theming and decorating must be approved by the venue.

DOES THE VENUE SET UP FURNITURE?

The venue will set up all venue furniture. Third party furniture to be set up by suppliers.

IS THERE AUDIO VISUAL (AV)?

Yes – this can be hired in at a cost

IS THERE A STAGE?
No

IS THERE A DANCE FLOOR?
Yes

IS THERE SPACE FOR A LIVE BAND?

Yes

DO YOUR CONFERENCE / EVENT SPACES FEATURE NATURAL LIGHT?

Yes

DOES THE VENUE ALLOW EXTERNAL MUSIC? (live bands, DJs etc)

Yes – To be approved by venue

DO ANY OF YOUR EVENT SPACES HAVE ACCESS TO AN OUTDOOR AREA?

Yes

DOES THE VENUE HAVE WHEELCHAIR ACCESS?
Yes

WHAT TIME IS THE VENUE LICENSED UNTIL?

24 hour license

WHAT ARE THE DEPOSIT TERMS?

TBC

DO YOU OFFER FREE WIFI?
Yes

MEETING & EVENT SPACES INCLUDE:

ENTIRE VENUE

450 (cocktail style) / 160 (banquet style)

COCKLE BAY TERRACE (can be combined with Banquettes)

The terrace overlooks Darling Harbour towards Cockle Bay and the central CBD. Caters for 20 to 60 guests standing and is an outsides pace with limited covered area. This area can be combined with the Banquettes (see above) to accommodate larger groups of up to 100 guests.

60 (cocktail style)

BANQUETTES

Caters for 20 to 50 guests seated and standing. This area overlooks the Entertainment Area and internal bar space. Ideal for smaller groups, drinks, canapes or bottle service bookings later in the night on weekends.

50 (cocktail style) 

ENTERTAINMENT AREA

Caters up to 100 guests for standing events. High cocktail tables available. Contains data projector, large screen and pool table. Theatre style seating option. Also can be connected to Banquettes to accommodate larger groups.

100 (cocktail style) / 60 (banquet style)

HARBOUR TERRACE

The Harbour Terrace overlooks Darling Harbour towards the northern city skyline. It caters for 20 to 60 guests and is external with a large glass awning covering most of the area. The area is multi use including cocktail and seated dining possibilities.

60 (cocktail style)