State Library of New South Wales

The State Library of New South Wales stands as an elegant cultural landmark offering premium, independent event and conference venues in the Sydney CBD. Combining majestic heritage architecture with state of the art modern spaces, the library features stunning corporate venues such as the historic Dixson Room, the glass roofed Mitchell building galleries, and a contemporary multi tier auditorium. It serves as a highly prestigious destination for high profile corporate seminars, exclusive literary galas, executive training sessions, and upscale business networking events.

There is a profound and direct historical connection between our hotel and the library’s revered Dixson Room. The landmark building that houses our hotel was originally commissioned in 1876 by the prominent industrialist and philanthropist Hugh Dixson. His son, Sir William Dixson, went on to become one of the library’s greatest benefactors, bequeathing the unparalleled collection of rare books, historic art, and manuscripts that is housed in the library’s dedicated Dixson spaces today.

For corporate groups and keynote speakers seeking sophisticated accommodation nearby, our property offers a natural architectural synergy. Situated a brief ten minute walk away, The Porter House Hotel Sydney – MGallery Collection provides an ultra luxury sanctuary. Delegates can easily balance high level business activations with premier relaxation in our historic, beautifully restored spaces, returning to custom comforts after a productive day.