Afternoon tea in Edinburgh? Aye, it’s practically a rite of passage. From elegant hotel lounges with castle views to cosy tearooms tucked down the Royal Mile, this city serves its scones with serious style. Fancy a splash of whisky in your brew or a Highland twist on a classic Victoria sponge? That’s just how Edinburgh does it. Whether it’s a celebration or just a midweek treat, you’ll find afternoon tea venues to sip, snack and settle in. Discover the best spaces for tea parties on Tagvenue.
Booking costs of afternoon tea venues average £40 per person. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £28 | to £50 | per person |
| From £399 | to £1200 | minimum spend per event |
| From £100 | to £500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Versatile Space at Slow Progress Records and Coffee
in Old Town - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Would definitely recommend using this room for similar events.’
Burke and Hare at Hotel du Vin Edinburgh
in Old Town - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Great location for a private function.’
Club Prive Conservatory at The Roseate Edinburgh
in Haymarket - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The venue itself was gorgeous and we felt so lucky to feel like we had the whole place to ourselves.’
You'll find afternoon tea venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Edinburgh, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 35 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 80 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 100 guests | prices average £1200 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue:
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for afternoon tea venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Hotel | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 80 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £600 minimum spend per event | typically between 15 and 80 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 15 and 50 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £600 minimum spend per event | typically between 55 and 100 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 100 guests |
Smaller afternoon tea venues usually fit up to 35 guests seated. Here are some great options in Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
The Tasting Cellar at Cask and Vine, rated 4.6/5 - dining room for 12 guests
Venue said: Located just off Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile, our intimate wine and whisky bistro offers a unique space for private dining, meetings, tastings, and small celebrations, with a warm interior and a focus on quality, creating...
Private Wine Room at Gaucho Edinburgh, rated 4.6/5 - dining room for 14 guests
Our user said: ‘Swift, informative booking experience.’
Bedlam at Hotel du Vin Edinburgh, rated 4.8/5 - boardroom for 12 guests
Venue said: Perfect for board meetings or private lunches, Bedlam is a stylish and intimate space ideal for smaller gatherings. Its warm décor and cosy atmosphere make it a great choice for focused conversation or special occasions.
Cheap afternoon tea venues in Edinburgh start from £175 hire fee per day or £95 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Baird at The Place Hotel, from £175 hire fee per day
(up to 50 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘We hired the Broughton Suite for 40 guests, cabaret style for a research outreach workshop event.’
The Doocot Suite at The Murrayfield Hotel, from £95 hire fee per event
(up to 40 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘We so appreciated the venue's staff, and the clear communication beforehand.’
Main Dining at Sora Diana Vegan Italian Restaurant, from £20 per person
(up to 35 guests seated)
Venue said: Our main dining area offers a semi-private space that provides both intimacy and connection, ideal for events when the entire restaurant has not been booked.
Page last updated in September 2026
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