Business Details
Albury's Oldest & Most Iconic Pub Since 1857
Established in 1857, Sodens Hotel stands as Albury's oldest and most iconic pub, blending historic charm with modern hospitality. Our venue offers a family-friendly bistro with a seasonal menu crafted from premium ingredients, complemented by a dedicated kids' play area. The Sports Bar features TAB, Keno, and gaming facilities alongside live music every Friday and Saturday night. We specialize in creating memorable events through our versatile private spaces - The Stable Bar, Birdcage, Lounge, and Bistro - which accommodate gatherings from intimate celebrations to large-scale functions. With our beer garden providing outdoor relaxation and a proven track record of hosting weddings, corporate events, and community occasions, we combine 167 years of experience with contemporary service standards.Customer testimonials consistently highlight our exceptional food quality, attentive staff, and the unique character that comes from our historic racing industry connections, including having stabled Melbourne Cup winners. Our team prioritizes personalized service, offering customizable event packages and maintaining trading hours that cater to both casual diners and late-night patrons.
Services
Family Friendly Bistro
Sports Bar
Event Spaces
Beer Garden
Live Music
Highlights and features
- We offer versatile event spaces for weddings and private gatherings
- Our kitchen uses only the highest quality seasonal ingredients
- We provide family-friendly dining with dedicated children's facilities
- Our venue hosts live music every Friday and Saturday night
- We maintain 167 years of heritage combined with modern hospitality standards
What people say
Exceeded all expectations
Food was amazing
Staff went above and beyond
Great family meals
Best pub meals in Albury
Services
Family Friendly Bistro
Our family-friendly bistro offers a seasonal menu featuring traditional pub favourites and modern dishes. With capacity for 200 seated guests and 300 standing, it includes an indoor play area for children. The menu changes regularly to showcase fresh local produce while maintaining classic favourites that have made us popular with locals and visitors alike.
Event Spaces
We provide multiple private event spaces including The Stable Bar, Birdcage, and Lounge for weddings, corporate events, and private parties. Each space offers different capacities from 50 to 150 guests with customizable packages. Our experienced events team creates tailored solutions for occasions ranging from intimate dinners to large celebrations with full catering and support services.
Sports Bar
The Sports Bar features TAB facilities, Keno, and gaming machines alongside live sports broadcasts. It maintains traditional pub atmosphere while offering modern entertainment options. Regular patrons appreciate the combination of betting facilities with quality food service and the lively Friday and Saturday night entertainment program.
Beer Garden
Our beer garden provides outdoor dining and relaxation space with both dining and casual seating options. It connects to the Stable Bar which features private bar service and outdoor access. This space particularly appeals to guests seeking casual atmosphere while maintaining proximity to the main venue's facilities.
Live Music
We host live music performances every Friday and Saturday night featuring local and regional artists across multiple genres. This entertainment offering complements our dining and drinking services, creating a vibrant atmosphere that attracts both regular patrons and special occasion visitors seeking quality musical entertainment with their meals.
Questions
What event spaces are available at Sodens Hotel?
We offer four main event spaces: The Stable Bar (100 seated), Birdcage (50 seated), Lounge (50 seated), and Bistro (200 seated), each with different capacities and features.
Does Sodens Hotel offer live entertainment?
Yes, we host live music performances every Friday and Saturday night across various genres in our Sports Bar area.
What are the trading hours for Sodens Hotel?
We're open Sunday-Wednesday 11am-10pm and Thursday-Saturday 11am-12am for both dining and bar services.
Is there a minimum spend requirement for event bookings?
Yes, our private rooms require minimum spends of $1,500 (Lounge/Birdcage) or $4,000 (Stable Bar) for Friday and Saturday evening bookings.
Does Sodens Hotel provide catering services?
Yes, we offer customized catering packages for events with competitive food options that maintain our traditional hospitality standards.
