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As the festive season approaches, it’s perfect time to plan your Christmas celebration with your loved ones in Melbourne. This where the Auburn Hotel in Hawthorn East emerges as a beacon of warmth and charm, inviting guests to experience the magic of Christmas in a truly unique setting.

About Auburn Hotel

Nestled in the inner suburb of Hawthorn, the Auburn Hotel is an iconic Melbourne pub, offering an exceptional dining experience, drinks menu and function spaces. It is set within a lovely heritage-style building featuring ornate Victorian décor.

Established in 1888, the Auburn Hotel was operating as the Geebung Polo Club for the past 28 years and has now reclaimed its former name. This multi-award-winning hotel boasts several dining rooms, an outdoor courtyard and private lounge areas upstairs.

Christmas at Auburn Hotel

Auburn Hotel

Relax and dine this Christmas at the Auburn Hotel! During the holiday season, the hotel transforms into a winter wonderland where celebrations come to life and memories are made. With full table services in a private setting, you can enjoy a three-course menu, served in a family-sharing style.

  • Eat and drink

The menu features a delightful selection of contemporary meals, pub classics and wood-fired pizzas that are served straight from the oven. Choose from an extensive wine list to pair your drink with ingredients sourced from the finest locations Australia has to offer.

  • Function spaces

Boasting a stunning wine room, a huge outdoor courtyard with a retractable roof and an array of private lounge areas, the Auburn Hotel is the ultimate function venue in Hawthorn East for your Christmas celebration.

  • Customisation options

Whether you want to host a formal dinner, business lunch or cocktail party, the Auburn Hotel can create the perfect event for you and your guests. You can even tailor your menu package and beverage list to suit your specific needs.

  • New spaces

The Auburn Hotel now features two new spaces: a huge open-air Beer Garden with a kid’s playground and The Pavilion – a new atrium-style drinking and dining area. These additions make the hotel an ideal setting for families and groups year-round.

  • Cheminées Philippe 1200 DF

For those seeking a truly immersive experience this festive season, the Auburn Hotel offers fireside dining during Christmas. The hotel has just had a major renovation with one of our best-selling wood fireplaces – Cheminées Philippe 1200 DF.

dual-sided fireplace

To sum up

The Auburn Hotel stands as a quintessential destination for a Christmas experience that combines the magic of the season with the warmth of the festival. The crackling wood fireplace, festive ambience and family-friendly spaces come together to create a holiday celebration that captures the essence of Christmas. Merry Christmas!