A DESTINATION
The George Lounge - affectionately known as the Snakepit - is a dedicated private event space in St Kilda, located in the basement of the iconic George Hotel on the corner of Fitzroy and Grey Streets. With a long, colourful history, it’s now an elevated private function venue designed for unforgettable celebrations.
Created for private events of all kinds, The George Lounge offers a luxe late-night setting with flexible spaces, a dedicated bar and an atmosphere that’s made for hosting. Whether you’re planning a birthday, engagement, corporate function or special occasion, this St Kilda private events venue is built to make the night feel effortless.
Head down the stairs and discover St Kilda’s private event venue. The George Lounge.
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Whatever the occasion, The George Lounge offers an elevated backdrop to your celebration. Get in touch to explore private event options and availability.
The George Lounge has a long and colourful past. Like other basement bars it gained the nickname - the snakepit. During the 70s it was reserved for the roughest characters from around Melbourne, with locals calling it the Flying Jug for what used to happen once its patrons had had their fill.
During the nineties and naughties the George Public Bar was a pumping nightclub bar. There were lines outside and patrons packed in inside, and almost everyone who was 18 - 25 during these years has a story to tell about a night at the Snakepit.
The George Lounge is St Kilda’s private event space for unforgettable celebrations and tailored functions. Designed as a stylish, welcoming private function venue in St Kilda, it’s the ideal setting to gather, celebrate and make the night your own, complete with your own bar, great music and a luxe atmosphere.
Whether you’re planning a wedding, engagement party, birthday celebration or corporate event, The George Lounge offers a flexible private events venue in St Kilda that can be styled to suit your occasion.
A refined backdrop for any occasion.
Book your next event at The George Lounge.
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Where celebrations feel effortless.
Planning a birthday, engagement or corporate event? We’ll take care of the details and create an occasion worth raising a glass to.
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