Banqueting Halls for Hire in Manchester

The cost of banqueting halls averages around £950 hire fee per day. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Manchester, based on Tagvenue data:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:

• The Terminal Suite at BRILLIANT Venues Collection in Stockport - rated 5/5
  Venue said: Featuring a private bar and an exclusive reception area, the space offers a memorable experience for you and your guests.

• Halle Suite at The Edwardian Manchester in Manchester City Centre - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘The team was fantastic, communicative and really helpful. Would definitely book with them again!’

• Great Nave at The Monastery Manchester in Manchester - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Kate showed us around the venue and provided all the relevant information.’

You'll find banqueting halls 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 Manchester, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):

These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Manchester, available to book on Tagvenue:

• International Suite at Mercure Manchester Piccadilly on Portland Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Ideal for our workshop. Staff were very helpful from booking the room up to the event itself.’
• Crystal Suite at Britannia Hotel Manchester on Faulkner Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: We are located in the centre of the city, just minutes from Manchester Piccadilly. We offer a traditional boardroom and an elegant Crystal Suite. For meetings, weddings, and celebrations, we've got you!
• Event 1 + 2 at The Alan on 18 Princess Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘A great venue with a big space. The food options were really good and would definitely use the venue again.’

Smaller banqueting halls usually fit up to 130 guests seated. Here are some great options in Manchester, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• Main Hall at Rethink Rebuild Society, rated 4.7/5 - hall for 130 guests
  Our user said: ‘We had 100 guests, and this was a comfortable space for attendees to meet and network.’

• Argyll Suite at Manahatta Deansgate, rated 4.8/5 - lounge for 130 guests
  Our user said: ‘Absolutely lovely venue, and the food was great. Thank you...’

• Quayside 1,2 or 3 at AC Manchester Salford Quays, rated 4.6/5 - meeting room for 40 guests
  Our user said: ‘In the end, the room looked fantastic and the team at the event were incredibly helpful and responsive.’

Cheap banqueting halls in Manchester start from £25 per person or £50 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• Hall B at Werneth Suite Banqueting & Conference Hall, from £26 per person (up to 350 guests seated)
  Venue said: The hall includes a built-in PA system and allows own music; the cleared floor suits a dedicated dance area. The space has venue Wi‑Fi, a step-free guest entrance, wheelchair access and accessible toilets, plus multiple double...

• The Kent Suite at Stanley House Function Rooms, from £50 hire fee per hour (up to 200 guests seated)
  Our user said: ‘The price is reasonable for comparable locations in the area.’

• Gallery at Manchester Hall, from £500 hire fee per event (up to 140 guests seated)
  Our user said: ‘We used the space for a photoshoot and everything could not have been more perfect.’

In Manchester, banqueting halls are most commonly booked for 40 to 150 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

If you're looking for a place that's fancy and glamorous, Picadilly is probably the best bet. In addition to being one of the most historic areas in Manchester, it has plenty of luxurious hotels with grand banqueting halls on Hilton Street and along Portland Street. If you're looking for something more modern and laidback, then the Northern Quarter is where you should hold your event. The banqueting halls here are an eclectic mix of old and new, with modern interior designs and vintage furniture that give it a warm and welcoming feel. Most of them are situated across Thomas Street, but you may also find some fantastic options with chic decor and breathtaking views closer to Manchester Victoria around Cathedral Gardens. If you're looking for a more traditional setting, then the city's most impressive banqueting halls are located in the heart of Manchester. You can find them clustered around St Peter's Square and Victoria Street in Manchester City Centre, which is also home to some famous hotels, where many high-profile events take place. Most banqueting halls here have Victorian flair and a grandiose feel, which makes them perfect for large weddings and conferences.