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Welcome to Mantra Bell City

Success is a choice. The decisions you make will directly influence the success of your conference. This brochure contains all the information you will need in order to make the right decision about where to hold your next conference or event.

Why choose Mantra Bell City?

Your delegates will be delighted with the delicious and outstanding quality of food and beverage options, and for residential conferences, we have over 800 rooms across our 2 hotels.

Whatever your event, whether it be a residential conference, corporate dinner, awards night, work seminar or executive board meeting, Mantra Bell City is ready and able to help you create a very successful outcome, with your budget and peace of mind intact.

Make the choice to succeed and hold your next conference or event at Mantra Bell City.

Mantra Bell City offers the largest event facility in Melbourne’s northern suburbs. Mantra Bell City can accommodate functions of up to 500 in a variety of event layouts, spread across 3000sqm of indoor and outdoor space.

From the grand ballroom to the purpose-built lecture theatre, Mantra Bell City offers 15 stylish spaces and multiple versatile breakout areas, all fitted with the latest in audio-visual technology.

Our dedicated conference team are here to ensure every detail of your conference is planned and performed perfectly.

Bell City Ballroom, classroom setup

Where are we?

We are located in the heart of Melbourne’s vibrant inner north, just 20 minutes from Melbourne Airport and the CBD. Mantra Bell City provides an ideal location for both corporate travellers and delegates visiting Melbourne and leisure guests wishing to experience the boutique shopping, dining and culture Melbourne is renowned for.

Transport options

From Melbourne Airport

With no unscheduled stops and flexible pick up times, the best way to get from Melbourne Airport to Mantra Bell City is via taxi or a private coach. There are plenty of taxis waiting outside the airport, but if you prefer a private coach or chauffeur drive, our team will be happy to arrange this. Depending on traffic, you can expect your trip from the airport to Mantra Bell City to take approximately 20-30 minutes.

From Melbourne CBD

Public transport is one of the easiest ways to get from Melbourne CBD to Mantra Bell City. It’s best to check Public Transport Victoria (www.ptv.vic.gov.au) for current timetables; however, the below can be used as a guide.

• From Melbourne Central Railway Station, orany of the City Loop stops, take the traintowards South Morang.

• Once you reach Bell Railway Station, get offand walk around 500m along Bell Street.

Melbourne Airport

Mantra Bell City

Melbourne CBD

By Car

With 600 on-site car parks available, drivingto Mantra Bell City is easily accessible via anumber of Melbourne's major freeways.

Day Delegate Packages

Full Day Delegate Package - $68pp*

• Services of our dedicated events team throughout your conference

• Meeting room hire (8am - 5pm)

• Tea and coffee on arrival

• Morning tea with fresh bakery items

• Multiple lunch options including a selection of fresh salads, fruits and sumptuous confectionery

• Afternoon tea with fresh bakery items

• Iced water and mints

• Note pads and pens for each delegate

• White board, flip chart and projection screen

Half Day Delegate Package - $58pp*

Our Half Day Delegate Package includes the same items as the Full Day Delegate Package but with the removal of either the morning or afternoon tea. Room hire is 8am - 12pm or 1pm - 5pm.

Upgrades and Extras

For a small extra charge per delegate, you can include any of the following options.

Networking Breakfast - From $24pp*

Eat while you meet with boutique breakfast items, a great way to start the day.

30 Minute Mingle - From $24pp*

A great way to allow your delegates to mix and network; includes a selection of chef's canapes and standard beverage options.

Other Activities

You can also start the day with any number of team building activities. Our conference team are able to give you more ideas and costs on the range of activities available.

* Requires a minimum of 20 delegates or additional room hire may apply. Per person is abbreviated with pp.

It’s important each delegate is provided with everything they need for a successful day. Mantra Bell City takes care of every detail in our inclusive Day Delegate Packages. We even have your audio-visual requirements covered with our on-site audio-visual team.

Map of Bell City

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Event spaces

Bell City Ballroom (level 1)Bell 1Bell 2Bell 3

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Marquee7

The Den (basement)8

The Lawn9

Poolside Gardens10

Restaurants

CHILL Restaurant & Bar(ground floor)

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JD’s Diner & Bar12

Pantry Café13 Facilities

Pool14

Gymnasium & sauna(basement)

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Car parking16

Underground car parking

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Featuring floor to ceiling windows with sunset views, balcony access, private bathroom facilities and direct lift access from the car park, Bell City's Ballroom provides guests with a seamless experience. The Bell City Ballroom is available as one grand space with its own private pre-function area or it can be separated into 3 rooms.

Bell City BallroomBell 1, Bell 2 and Bell 3

Room Area (sqm) Ceiling (m) Theatre Classroom Banquet Cabaret U-shape Cocktail

Bell City Ballroom 395 4 500 200 300 240 120 500

Bell 1 185 4 220 110 140 112 50 200

Bell 2 95 4 100 50 60 48 30 120

Bell 3 115 4 100 100 80 64 40 140

Bar

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Bell 1185 sqm

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Bell City Ballroom395 sqm

Bell 295 sqm

Bell 3115 sqm

Bell City Ballroom, banquet setup

East Wing spaces enjoy extensive natural light and a shared break out or pre-function area that opens out to a courtyard. There are 3 modern spaces in East Wing that can be used as individual rooms or combined to cater for up to 210 people in a theatre style setup.

East WingVienna, Dubai and Beijing

Room Area (sqm) Ceiling (m) Theatre Classroom Banquet Cabaret U-shape Cocktail

East Wing 251 2.5 210 150 170 136 60 200

Vienna 89 2.5 70 40 60 48 27 60

Vienna/Dubai 153 2.5 120 70 110 88 45 110

Dubai 64 2.5 50 30 40 32 20 40

Dubai/Beijing 161 2.5 140 70 110 88 40 130

Beijing 96 2.5 90 45 60 56 27 80

Vienna89 sqm

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Lobby

Courtyard

32.0m

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m Dubai64 sqm

Beijing96 sqm

Beijing, classroom setup

Mantra Bell City’s chandelier adorned Marquee has access to hotel facilities and is heated and air-conditioned, which makes it great for trade shows and exhibitions. For those planning events that require multiple spaces, the Marquee has ample pre-event space in the adjoining courtyard and is within close proximity to other event spaces (East Wing and New York).

Marquee

Room Area (sqm) Ceiling (m) Theatre Classroom Banquet Cabaret U-shape Cocktail

Marquee 273 2.8 320 150 240 192 60 400

Marquee273 sqm

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Marquee, banquet setup

The abundance of natural light and unique L shape of New York makes it ideal for team building events and conferences, with plenty of space for groups to break apart or work together in the plenary room. The additional space created with this rare floor plan is also perfect for event registration, pre/post meeting cocktails and meal breaks. New York is available to connect to the Marquee, creating a spacious and light filled catering or exhibition space.

New York

Room Area (sqm) Ceiling (m) Theatre Classroom Banquet Cabaret U-shape Cocktail

New York 268 2.5 200 100 150 120 36 230

New York268 sqm

30.09m

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New York, cabaret setup

South Wing is in a tranquil location and nearly all rooms share 2 extra spaces that can be used as a reception, welcome or break-out area. The United Nations Auditorium is one of the few custom built lecture theatres available for use in Melbourne and is ideal for classes and presentations.

South WingManhattan, Vancouver, Paris, United Nations and London

Room Area (sqm) Ceiling (m) Theatre Classroom Banquet Cabaret U-shape Cocktail

Manhattan 68 3 70 40 60 48 30 70

Vancouver 102 3100

60 4032

40 100

United NationsAuditorium

102 3 99 — — — — —

Paris 64 3 60 36 5040

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Paris/London 151 3 180 90 130 104 60 200

London 88 3 90 48 70 56 40 100

Manhattan68 sqm

London88 sqm

Paris64 sqm

Lobby 1

Lobby 2 United Nations

102 sqm

Vancouver102 sqm

Level 1

32.5m

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United Nations, theatre setup

Located in the basement with its own discreet entry, The Den has the appeal of your own exclusive lounge area. With an inbuilt bar/coffee cart and lounge area to kick back and relax, this space is perfect for residential groups wanting a place to get together post conference.

The Den

20.8m

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Reception

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Room Area (sqm) Ceiling (m) Theatre Classroom Banquet Cabaret U-shape Cocktail

The Den 180 2.3 30 20 30 24 10 110

The Den, cocktail setup

The Lawn

Located in our beautiful gardens, The Lawn is very popular with our brides for their wedding ceremonies, it’s also the perfect place for conference delegates to get outside and recharge the batteries during their breaks.

Room Area (sqm) Cocktail

The Lawn 300 150

Room Area (sqm) Cocktail

Poolside Gardens 782 350

Outdoor spacesThe Lawn and Poolside Gardens

Poolside Gardens, cocktail setup

The Lawn

Poolside Gardens

Mantra Bell City has a 25 metre outdoor pool surrounded by landscaped gardens, an excellent location for cocktail parties, social gatherings and product launches. The manicured lawns under palm trees make for the perfect day or night time event setting.

Conference Rooms and Capacities

Room Area (sqm) Ceiling (m) Theatre Classroom Banquet Cabaret U-shape Cocktail

Bell City Ballroom 395 4 500 200 300 240 120 500

Bell 1 185 4 220 110 140 112 50 200

Bell 2 95 4 100 50 60 48 30 120

Bell 3 115 4 100 100 80 64 40 140

East Wing 251 2.5 210 150 170 136 60 200

Vienna 89 2.5 70 40 60 48 27 60

Vienna/Dubai 153 2.5 120 70 110 88 45 110

Dubai 64 2.5 50 30 40 32 20 40

Dubai/Beijing 161 2.5 140 70 110 88 40 130

Beijing 96 2.5 90 45 60 56 27 80

Marquee 273 2.8 320 150 240 192 60 400

New York 268 2.5 200 100 150 120 36 230

Room Area (sqm) Ceiling (m) Theatre Classroom Banquet Cabaret U-shape Cocktail

South Wing

Manhattan 68 3 70 40 60 48 30 70

Vancouver 102 3 100 60 40 32 40 100

United NationsAuditorium

102 3 99 — — — — —

Paris 64 3 60 36 5040

2260

Paris/London 151 3 180 90 130 104 60 200

London 88 3 90 48 70 56 40 100

The Den 180 2.3 30 20 30 24 10 110

Outdoor spaces

Poolside Gardens 782 — — — — — — 350

The Lawn 300 — — — — — — 100

Poolside Terrace 175 — — — 80 — — 150

Courtyard 65 — — — — — — 100

Accommodation

Bell City offers a wide range of accommodation options to residential conference guests. From our affordable BreakFree hotel to our 4.5 star Mantra hotel with glorious city or mountain views, Mantra Bell City has the versatility to accommodate any group’s specific needs.

As well as having over 600 on-site parking spaces, Bell City is easily accessible from both Melbourne Airport and the CBD. The train and tram are both within walking distance, ensuring your delegates arrive on time, relaxed and ready to focus.

For delegates travelling from further afar, there are multiple tiers of accommodation available including Mantra and BreakFree hotels, suiting a range of tastes and budgets.

Bell City has a wide range of great facilities including an outdoor swimming pool, sauna, BBQ area, games room, restaurants and bars, gymnasium and business centre.

1 Bed Manhattan, Mantra Bell City

What now?

We hope you have enjoyed reading all about conferencing at Mantra Bell City. The next step is to contact us so we can discuss your requirements for the perfect conference and put together a proposal that will outline all the costs and inclusions. You will then have a clear understanding of what we can do to help make your conference or event a great success.

Your conference success is important to us, it’s what we do best. Let us show you why. Get in touch by emailing us or calling the conference team on the number below. We look forward to speaking with you.

Phone: +61 3 9485 0382Email: bellcity.events@mantra.com.auWebsite: bellcity.com.au/eventsAddress: 215 Bell Street, Preston VIC 3072

Phone: +61 3 9485 0382Email:bellcity.events@mantra.com.auWebsite: bellcity.com.au/eventsAddress: 215 Bell Street, Preston VIC 3072