Private Events
Private venue hire in Perth
Choose The Maali for your private event and experience the perfect blend of luxury, natural beauty, and personalised service.
Whether you’re hosting a birthday celebration, anniversary, or any other private gathering, our private function rooms in Perth will provide an unforgettable backdrop for your special occasion, leaving your guests with cherished memories.
Our venue features four spacious and naturally lit function rooms, offering the flexibility to accommodate intimate gatherings and larger celebrations. The calming, neutral colour palette and abundant natural light create an atmosphere of elegance and serenity, providing the perfect canvas for your unique event.
Rooms can be hired on their own or together, from a long table dinner for 35 on the Alfresco to a cocktail party for up to 500 across the whole venue. Every booking includes complimentary Wi-Fi and our in-house catering team.
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Function rooms for hire
Recommended private function rooms
Choose The Maali for your function and experience luxury, natural beauty, and personalised service. With spacious and naturally lit function rooms in South Perth, including the Kwenda & Mandich rooms, Tamar Room, Karak Room and Habitat Café & Deck, create unforgettable memories in an elegant and serene atmosphere.
Smaller groups suit the Kwenda & Mandich rooms, which open onto the Alfresco for dinners under the stars. For a bigger birthday, the Karak Room holds 200 for cocktails and includes the Carousel Lawn, while the whole venue takes up to 500.
Kwenda & Mandich Meeting Room
Two connecting rooms for meetings, workshops and intimate dinners. Boardroom style for up to 28, private dining for 32, or open them up for cocktails for up to 100.
Tamar Room
Soft natural light for intimate dinners, seminars and training sessions. Theatre style for 48, seated dining for 60 or cocktails for 100.
Karak Room
A versatile mid-sized room for celebrations, conferences and networking events. Theatre style for 96, seated dining for 80 or cocktails for 200.
Habitat Café & Deck
An open-air deck for sundowners, cocktail receptions and relaxed dinners. Cocktails for 150 or seated for 65.
The Maali
Our largest space, for wedding receptions, gala dinners and conferences. Dinner dance for 160, banquet for 180 or cocktails for up to 500 across the whole venue.
Perth Zoo Spaces
Private and semi-private lawns within the zoo grounds for family days, picnics and after-hours cocktail events.
Located in the heart of South Perth
Conveniently located just an 8-minute ferry ride from Elizabeth Quay and the heart of Perth CBD, you can access our private function rooms via charter or the iconic ferry, arriving at your event in style.
Guests driving can park directly across the road at the Richardson Reserve Car Park, with the first hour free.
A birthday and engagement party venue in Perth
Private venue hire for your special celebrations
The Maali stands out among private engagement & birthday party venues in Perth, offering a unique blend of sophistication and warmth. Our private function rooms accommodate a range of celebrations like milestone birthdays and engagement parties. If you’re seeking private venue hire in Perth that offers something beyond the ordinary, The Maali delivers beyond expectations.
Celebrate a milestone birthday with canapés on the Carousel Lawn, or gather the family for a long plated dinner. Menus range from canapés and buffets to formal plated dining and a BBQ pit master dinner, with vegetarian, vegan and low gluten dishes marked.
Planning something for the festive season? See our Christmas party venue guide.
Private Function Rooms for Intimate Gatherings
Bespoke private dining rooms in Perth
Looking for private dining rooms in Perth that offer more than just a meal? The Maali creates experiences that linger in memory, long after the last bite. Our private dining rooms in Perth can be customised to suit any occasion, whether it’s an intimate family gathering or a lavish celebration. With our attention to detail and personalised service, we’ll ensure your event is nothing short of extraordinary.
Plated dinners start from 20 guests, and the Alfresco seats up to 35 at a long table under the stars.
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Your frequently asked & answered questions
What types of birthday party venues does The Maali offer?
From an intimate dinner in the Kwenda & Mandich rooms to a cocktail party for up to 500 across the whole venue. Rooms can be hired on their own or combined, and our team will help you choose the space that suits your guest list.
Is The Maali suitable as an engagement party venue in Perth?
Absolutely! The Maali is an excellent choice for an engagement party venue in Perth. Our unique setting within Perth Zoo provides a romantic and memorable backdrop for celebrating your engagement, with options for both indoor and outdoor spaces.
Does The Maali offer private dining rooms in Perth?
Yes. The Kwenda & Mandich rooms combine for private dining for 32, and the Alfresco hosts long table dinners for up to 35. Plated menus start from 20 guests.
What makes The Maali's private function rooms in Perth unique?
The Maali's private function rooms in Perth stand out due to their unique location within Perth Zoo. Our versatile spaces can be customised to suit various events sizes, ensuring a truly unique experience for your private event.
Can I hire a private birthday party venue at The Maali for a small gathering?
Yes, The Maali offers private party venues in Perth suitable for gatherings of all sizes. Whether you're planning an intimate dinner for 20 guests or a larger celebration for up to 500 guests, we have the perfect space to accommodate your private event.
What's included with private function room hire at The Maali?
Room hire includes your chosen space, in-built AV with a screen or projector and microphone, tables and chairs, complimentary Wi-Fi and access to the room's outdoor area, such as the Carousel Lawn, Tamar Courtyard or Alfresco. Standard linen is included with plated packages in the Tamar, Karak and Maali rooms.
How much does it cost to hire a function room at The Maali?
It depends on the room, the day, your guest numbers, and the menu and drinks you choose. Send us your date and numbers through the enquiry form and our team will put together a tailored quote.
Can we bring in our own suppliers?
Catering and drinks are provided by Restaurant Associates, so outside food and alcohol can't be brought on-site. Entertainers, theming and other external suppliers are welcome with approval from our team before you book them.
Can we decorate the room?
Yes, within Perth Zoo's rules. Balloons, streamers, confetti, rice and open flames aren't permitted anywhere on site, so run your styling ideas past our team and we'll help you plan around them.
Do we need security for our party?
Perth Zoo requires security for any event serving alcohol and for functions running after 5pm. Security covers at least half an hour before and after your event, with a minimum of four hours.
Can our guests see the animals?
Yes. Discounted zoo tickets are available between 9am and 5pm on the day, and from October to March you can book the Twilight Savannah after the gates close, with animal feeds and keeper talks. Half Savannah hire is $1,950 and the whole Savannah $2,750.
Where is The Maali and how do guests get there?
The Maali is at 16 Labouchere Road, South Perth, inside Perth Zoo. Guests can take the 8-minute ferry from Elizabeth Quay or park across the road at Richardson Reserve.
Can we see the space before booking?
Yes. Site tours run by appointment, so get in touch through the enquiry form and we'll find a time to show you around.
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