Group accommodation
Ormond provides a safe, central base for school, youth, and community groups. With comfortable rooms, chef-prepared meals, and welcoming shared spaces, our campus combines historic charm with practical convenience for multi-day stays.
A welcoming base for groups
Nestled in heritage gardens close to the city, Ormond provides a safe, central base for school, youth and community groups during multi‑day stays.
Located just 1.5 km from Melbourne’s city centre and set within expansive heritage gardens, our campus provides a safe, central, and welcoming base for multi-day stays. Guests enjoy the historic charm of Ormond combined with practical amenities, dedicated support, and chef-prepared meals served in our iconic Dining Hall.
• Single occupancy rooms with in-room wardrobe space
• Shared bathroom facilities (gender-separated on request)
• Linen and towels provided
• Free in-room internet available on request
• 24/7 reception and onsite duty manager
• Laundry facilities (washing machines and dryers available in all buildings)
• Multiple function and breakout spaces (classroom setups available)
• Junior Common Room with lounge seating for informal gatherings
• Tennis/basketball court (BYO equipment)
• Expansive lawn area for group activities and games
• A minimum of one supervising adult for every ten students
• Proof of valid Working with Children Checks from all supervising adults
• Separate accommodation areas for different genders available upon request
Accommodation styles
Our dormitory-style rooms are simple, comfortable and secure, perfect for student groups and educational programs.• Single occupancy rooms with in-room wardrobe space
• Shared bathroom facilities (gender-separated on request)
• Linen and towels provided
• Free in-room internet available on request
• 24/7 reception and onsite duty manager
• Laundry facilities (washing machines and dryers available in all buildings)
Dining
Breakfast is included in all stays, with the option to add College Fare lunch and dinner – served in our stunning Dining Hall. All meals are prepared fresh by our in-house chefs, with full capacity to meet dietary requirements.Facilities
Guests have access to a range of shared indoor and outdoor spaces:• Multiple function and breakout spaces (classroom setups available)
• Junior Common Room with lounge seating for informal gatherings
• Tennis/basketball court (BYO equipment)
• Expansive lawn area for group activities and games
Supervision and safety
For junior guests (under 18), we require:• A minimum of one supervising adult for every ten students
• Proof of valid Working with Children Checks from all supervising adults
• Separate accommodation areas for different genders available upon request
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Start planning your event
At Ormond, we bring together historic charm, modern spaces, and a welcoming team to make your event run smoothly. From weddings and conferences to group accommodation and celebrations of all kinds, we’ll help create an occasion you and your guests will remember. Talk to our events team on 03 9344 1100 or events@ormond.unimelb.edu.au to discuss your next event today.