When it comes to unusual venues for hire in Edinburgh, the Scotsman Hotel & Grand Café really does come with a grand twist. One of the most famous hotels in town, expect opulence and decadence alongside space for weddings, meetings and more, for up to 230 guests. This place is decked out in gorgeous greenery and striking chandeliers, with an equally impressive menu of dry-aged steaks and sharing platters.

Looking for a large venue to hire in Edinburgh's Old Town? Luckenbooths has got you covered. This stylish spot boasts classy, sophisticated interiors perfect for private parties, not to mention elevated Scottish cuisine and a long list of tasty tipples to boot.

Let's be honest - Ballie Ballerson? It's one of the most unique party venues in Edinburgh's Old Town. Not only does it boast a neon-doused dancefloor with a dazzling disco ball, but also a giant, adult-sized ball pit and nostalgia-inspired cocktails.

Whether you fancy a slick private room or full venue hire, Dragonfly should be your first port of call. The quirky cocktail bar is dazzling drinkers with its creative collection of cocktails, craft beers, food pop-ups and roster of entertainment.

Add a little pizzazz to your next event over at The Alchemist, one of the most unusual venues in St James Quarter and George Street. While in the moody, intimate surrounds of this cracking bar, wow your guests with molecular cocktails that fizz, pop and smoke alongside fusion small plates.

The Cocktail Mafia is one of the quirkiest Edinburgh venues for hire, flaunting an eye-raising menu of innovative cocktails that are sure to wow. Snap up the private Miami-inspired room at the back for a party complete with cabana-style seating and palm trees.

The Raging Bull is the place to go for cheap venue hire in Edinburgh. Shimmy on over to the Lothian Road watering hole's private room for a lovely evening, complete with a fabulous selection of intriguing cocktails and fun masterclasses.

Searching for private hire venues in Edinburgh? Check out Laila New Town for a more affordable option. For a minimum spend of £30 during the week (£40 on the weekend), you can book The Bubble Room, which can fit up to 40 guests.

For your next private dinner, exclusive drinks or fun event, make sure to snap up Lady Libertine's room for hire, The Vault. While surrounded by sophisticated Art Deco features, get to know the lineup of creative cocktails.

Secure Brewhemia for your next bash to enjoy seriously cool interiors, not to mention award-winning beers and a menu that blurs the line between Scottish and Alpine feasting. You're able to book private rooms or even the whole venue.

Step into a world of expertly crafted cocktails at New Town's Nightcap, which offers exclusive hire of the whole venue. While surrounded by quirky knick-knacks, neon glows and the like, indulge in signature sips.

Whether you're hosting a birthday, hen party, stag do, corporate event or anything else, Shanghai Club a Le Monde is the perfect location. The sprawling space flaunts quirky East Asian-inspired interiors that are sure to wow.

Flight Club Edinburgh is a stunning bar in St James Quarter, boasting quirky interiors and several interactive dartboards complete with all kinds of multiplayer games. They have many options for private hire, holding between 50 and 280 people, and a great cocktail menu too.

If you're looking to hire a venue for up to 200 people that's got that wow factor, then book the Imaginex room at Yotel in Edinburgh and amaze your guests with a 360° screen, allowing you to project whatever you like onto all four walls. Create and incredible scene and let the fun begin.