Private Hire In Edinburgh

A party venue in the city? Yeah, we know a few. From the cabaret ready and the wedding-friendly to the conference-worthy and bespoke private event obsessed, there's no shortage of spaces to chose from in the city, all with your bespoke party planning needs catered to. Check out our recommendations for Edinburgh's top private hire spaces below.

Last edited by Scarlett Welch

Last updated on 25th July 2024




Le Monde

City Centre


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Drawing inspiration from around the world, the boutique hotel, restaurant and bar is a hub of dining, drinking and partying. The main drawing room encapsulates with soft pastel tones and intimate booths…
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Nightcap

New Town


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    30
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Looking for a night out that will leave you feeling both relaxed and exhilarated? Look no further than Nightcap, Edinburgh's premier cocktail bar. With an extensive menu of handcrafted cocktails, carefully…
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Belushi's Edinburgh

Old Town


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Wherever you are from, Belushi's lives to throw epic parties, serving up beers, bombs and badass burgers with a relentless rock 'n' roll attitude and the playlist to match. "Seconds…
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Season Quayside

Leith


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Season Quayside is a leading Private Hire and Events Venue located in Leith, Edinburgh.  Launched by New Zealand-born chef, Aaron Hartman, Season Quayside is a fully licensed exclusive choice for private…
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The Raging Bull

Lothian Road


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    35
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This chic cocktail bar is based in the city centre of Edinburgh close to the West End and Grassmarket. The Raging Bull is Edinburgh's number one spot for Espresso Martini's with amazing flavoured variations…
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Slug and Lettuce Edinburgh, Omni Centre


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The newly refurbished Slug and Lettuce is the perfect choice for any occasion thanks to its contemporary interiors and affordable charm. Located at the top of Leith Walk in the Omni Leisure Development…
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The Alchemist Edinburgh St James Quarter

New Town


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Step up into the Alchemist's first Scotland venue. Located in the heart of Edinburgh on the fourth floor of St James Quarter, the capital's largest retail district.  Situated just a stone’s throw…
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Dragonfly

City Centre


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Whether you're after a venue for a birthday celebration in an intimate dining room or a pretty epic party across a large space, Dragonfly is the ideal venue. Not only is this suitable for a variety of occasions, but there are also crackin' cocktails on offer alongside quirky interiors to boot.

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Patina

West End


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    154
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    200

For those private hire moments in the city, look no further than Patina. Whether you fancy renting out the bakery, restaurant or auditorium, you can expect showstopping interiors, hand-blown light fixtures and soft furnishings. 

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LAILA NEW TOWN

New Town


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    30
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Want to host a brunch or dinner party? Enjoy a show-stopping meal over at Laila New Town. The pink venue has The Bubble Room, which can be hired out for £30 to £40. The best part? You can invite up to 30 guests if you're sitting.

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Lady Libertine

City Centre


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Nestled in the city centre, Lady Libertine is perfect for private dinners or drinks, offering The Vault for exclusive hire. Head along to the snazzy space for internationally inspired bites, signature cocktails and wicked wines.

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Fayre Play - Edinburgh

City Centre


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    200
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    200

For private hire venues, Fayre Play is filled to the brim for funfair games. You can rent the space out for up to 200 people as they crush it at ski ball or basketball. Plus, there's a selection of boozy bevvies, hot dogs and burgers.

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Brewhemia

City Centre


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    300
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    800

Brewhemia is the perfect place for huge corporate parties (with space for up to 800 revellers), as well as birthday bashes, thanks to its various private spaces. Plus, while you're there, enjoy award-winning beers, fabulous fare and all-round great vibes.

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Shanghai Club at Le Monde


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With over 10 years of experience organising Corporate Events, Private Hires, Guest Lists, Birthdays, Hen Parties and Stag Dos, it will be hard for you to find nightclub that can offer as much as us…
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Veeno Edinburgh

New Town


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Looking for a private hire venue in Edinburgh New Town? Veeno is a great shout. The intimate space is perfect for hosting birthdays, Christmas parties and engagement dos, thanks to its lip-smacking Italian fare and cracking lineup of wine.

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Loudons Fountainbridge

Lothian Road


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Loudons Fountainbridge is offering exclusive hire of its cosy venue, which boasts natural light and a calming Scandi vibe. While you're there, get stuck into delicious brunch bites, juices and cocktails.

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The Cocktail Mafia

West End


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This speakeasy style bar is the perfect place for a party in Edinburgh's West End. The Miami-inspired back room can host up to 40 people and is an Instagrammer's dream, with gorgeous gold and green decor and cabana-style seating.

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Flight Club Edinburgh

City Centre


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Flight Club Edinburgh has all sorts of private hire options, from bespoke rooms to the entire venue. Play a rage of fun games on the interactive dartboards and sip on quirky cocktails, with a great menu of bar classics on offer if you get hungry. 

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Angels Share

City Centre


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    150

Angels Share is the stunning cocktail bar that's filled with plush leather seating, chandeliers and mirrored walls. But if you head downstairs? You'll find Devil's Cut - a private function room with its own bar and entrance, alongside exposed brickwork for a cool look.

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Frankenstein / Bier Keller

Old Town


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    110
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    150

Frankenstein Bier Keller is the perfect spot for all your party needs. With high ceilings and large, arched windows, you'll feel as though you're in a mad scientists experiment lab-turned raucus events bar. The spooky spot combines sound effects with an animatronic Frankenstein monster to create an electrifying atmosphere and a one-of-a-kind venue. Ideal for large groups of friends, it can host up to 150 in the Bier Killer and shower you and your guests with delicious steins of premium beer.

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NQ64 Edinburgh

City Centre


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Looking for a quirky venue to host your next party at? Then check out NQ64 on Lothian Road. This neon-splattered venue front dark interiors and fluorescent graffiti, as well as 27 different old-school arcade machines and retro gaming consoles. You can book a semi-private space for up to 50 people at a time, or hire the whole place for a maximum of 200. Open until 3am every single day, this unique space also offers a selection of themed cocktails - from the Kong Island iced tea to a Power Star martini - which can be paired with tasty eats from Pizza Geeks. 

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Yotel Edinburgh

New Town


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    150
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    200

Nestled in the heart of central Edinburgh is the quirky Yotel. It boasts a 360° screen in Imaginex, allowing you to project whatever you like on all four walls. It provides a bespoke experience for any event, hosting up to 200 people, or 80 in the KOHI room for a more intimate affair. 

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