Birthday Party Venues for Hire in New Town, Edinburgh

Birthday Party Venues for Hire in New Town, Edinburgh

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Top Birthday Party Venues in New Town

Another year older, another excuse to throw a party worthy of Edinburgh’s finest! New Town isn’t just about whisky bars (though, let’s be honest, those help)—it’s packed with unique rooms that’ll make your birthday just great! Celebrate in a private terrace conservatory with views of Edinburgh Castle, dance in a converted church hall with dramatic uplighting, or sip cocktails in a Prohibited-era speakeasy on Queen Street. Feeling fancy? Go full cinema-chic with a screening room all to yourselves and gourmet popcorn. Whether you want cocktails, ceilidh dancing, or just a great excuse to eat cake, New Town has birthday party venues waiting for you! Browse and book these hot spots today. 

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120 Birthday Party Venues in New Town

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Enjoy New Town's Small Birthday Venues

The Mezzanine
from £100
hire fee / per morning
The Mezzanine
20
30
Le Monde Hotel
(33)
New Town, Edinburgh
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Hotel
Semi-private area
C
Charlotte K.
“Friendly bar staff and lovely private area to host my 30th.”
The Terrace
from £14
per person / per evening
The Terrace
30
50
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh
(20)
New Town, Edinburgh
Hotel
Private space
A
Andres A.
“Food, service and booking process with Jennifer has been more than great.”
Birthday Party
from £60
minimum spend
Birthday Party
30
50
Roxy Lanes - Rose Street, Edinburgh
(6)
New Town, Edinburgh
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Bowling Alley
Semi-private area
Spacious, varied, and designed for strategic play, The Lodge combines curling and shuffleboard to create a social yet competitive setting. Ideal for team events or larger gatherings, this area encourages friendly rivalry
The Dining Room
from £1500
minimum spend / per evening
The Dining Room
20
35
Kimpton Charlotte Square Edinburgh
(14)
New Town, Edinburgh
Hotel
Private space
C
Christmasparty2022
“The venue was beautifully decorated and presented”
Dining Area
from £750
hire fee / per session
Dining Area
40
40
Greenwoods Edinburgh
New Town, Edinburgh
Function Room in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
Wooden benches and tables arranged closely together maximise seating capacity which makes it well-suited for intimate gatherings of small groups for anything from casual meet-ups or team building experiences.
HUBS 1 & 2
from £300
hire fee / per morning
HUBS 1 & 2
49
50
YOTEL Edinburgh
(21)
New Town, Edinburgh
Meeting Room in a Hotel
Private space
J
Joyce M.
“The event room is a perfect space and the 360 screens around the ceiling are a real highlight.”
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Book One of New Town's Cheap Birthday Party Spaces

Birthday Party
from £60
minimum spend
Birthday Party
20
50
Roxy Lanes - Rose Street, Edinburgh
(6)
New Town, Edinburgh
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Bowling Alley
Semi-private area
Built for classic competition and easy rotation, The Tournament Area is well suited to medium-sized groups who want plenty of playtime. With bowling lanes and multiple pool tables, it’s perfect for structured tournaments
Birthday Party
from £60
minimum spend
Birthday Party
10
25
Roxy Lanes - Rose Street, Edinburgh
(6)
New Town, Edinburgh
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Bowling Alley
Private space
Ideal for birthday parties, team socials, or celebratory nights out with friends. Our Karaoke Room has a capacity of up to 25 guests and includes the following: • Private karaoke setup with extensive song library • Multiple
Champagne Bar (Private)
from £500
minimum spend / per session
Champagne Bar (Private)
30
70
Le Monde Hotel
(33)
New Town, Edinburgh
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Hotel
Private space
C
Cl G.
“Excellent location for a party of 15-20 people, had loads of space”
Private Dining Room
from £125
minimum spend / per session
Private Dining Room
10
Manahatta Edinburgh
(3)
New Town, Edinburgh
Bar
Semi-private area
Manahatta is a two-story cocktail haven that brings the beat of New York to Edinburgh. Whether you’re hosting a corporate gathering, birthday celebration, or special occasion, our venue provides the perfect setting for an
Back Room
from £150
minimum spend / per session
Back Room
22
25
Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh
(3)
New Town, Edinburgh
Event Space in a Restaurant
Private space
Located in the heart of the city center, the Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh is the ideal place for your private or corporate events. Our professional and experienced staff is on hand to make your next event memorable and provide
James Clerk Maxwell
from £348
hire fee / per day
James Clerk Maxwell
20
20
The Royal Society of Edinburgh
(2)
New Town, Edinburgh
Meeting Room in a University / Academic Building
Private space
Situated on the ground floor just off the grand entrance hall, the James Clerk Maxwell Room is a calm and versatile space ideal for meetings, interviews, and seminars.
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Celebrate at Top Restaurants for Birthday Parties

McLellan Room
from £500
minimum spend / per afternoon
McLellan Room
14
Hawksmoor Edinburgh
(3)
New Town, Edinburgh
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Private space
Both spaces are private, whilst looking into the restaurant, and are ideal for friends and family feasts, wedding parties, business events, celebrations or pure pleasure.
Entire Venue
from £45
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
60
Six by Nico - West
New Town, Edinburgh
Restaurant
Whole venue
Our restaurant is open for private hire for your next event. We can accommodate up to 60 guests comfortably around the whole facility. Our restaurant has several semi-private areas that allow you and your guests to scroll
Whole Venue
from £7000
minimum spend / per session
Whole Venue
134
200
Gaucho Edinburgh
(3)
New Town, Edinburgh
Restaurant
Whole venue
Gaucho Edinburgh can be hired as a whole. It has a maximum capacity of 120 seated in the main restaurant area, plus space for an additional 14 guests in our private dining room.
Main Restaurant Area
from £25
per person / per session
Main Restaurant Area
140
200
Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh
(3)
New Town, Edinburgh
Restaurant
Semi-private area
From the moment your guests enter the venue, your party will be in capable hands. Main Restaurant Area can accommodate up to 150 guests seated or 200 standing, which makes it a perfect place for any kind or size of event.
Private Hire
from £55
per person / per afternoon
Private Hire
35
The Red Bus Bistro Edinburgh
(1)
New Town, Edinburgh
Restaurant
Whole venue
Red Bus Bistro, in a nutshell, is a quirky vintage London bus/restaurant touring the wonderful cities of Edinburgh, on a daily basis. Our destination on this iconic vehicle/restaurant is a gastronomic journey to take in some
Private Dining Room
from £40
per person / per session
Private Dining Room
12
Côte Brasserie Edinburgh
(1)
New Town, Edinburgh
Restaurant
Private space
Whether it's a birthday celebration, a reunion with loved ones, or a professional gathering, this intimate space provides the ideal setting to enjoy delicious French cuisine and create lasting memories.
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Throw an Unforgettable Birthday Party at One of These Bars

Bar
from £49
per person / per session
Bar
31
50
Malmaison Edinburgh City
(5)
New Town, Edinburgh
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Hotel
Private space
Chic and lively, the bar at Malmaison Edinburgh City is the place to be for stylish drinks receptions, private parties or networking events. With seating for up to 50 guests, it offers a mix of relaxed seating, signature
Mezzanine
from £75
hire fee / per afternoon
Mezzanine
20
40
Little Picardy
(11)
New Town, Edinburgh
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Lounge in a Bar
Semi-private area
C
Christopher S.
“Great Venue! Staff were all very attentive. The atomsphere was lovely. Perfect night for my 30th birthday!”
Dumbo Cocktail Bar
from £565
minimum spend / per session
Dumbo Cocktail Bar
80
250
Manahatta Edinburgh
(3)
New Town, Edinburgh
Bar
Private space
The full downstairs can seat up to 80 guests and can stand up to 250 guests, with access to your very own private Cocktail Bar that can be staffed for every event.
Entire Venue
from £2000
hire fee / per session
Entire Venue
250
400
All Bar One George St Edinburgh
New Town, Edinburgh
Bar
Whole venue
This space features a bar, lounge-like sofas, air conditioning, a sound system, and a private dining room.
Private Bar
from £300
minimum spend / per evening
Private Bar
50
Everyman Edinburgh
(4)
New Town, Edinburgh
Cinema
Private space
L
Lucy D.
“A big thank you to them! In terms of the venue itself, it was easy to hang a few decorations.”
Lobby Bar
from £150
hire fee / per evening
Lobby Bar
50
50
Heeton Concept Aparthotel Queen Street
(1)
New Town, Edinburgh
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Hotel
Shared space
The space that we offer for private hire, within the hotel, is our Lobby Bar. The space has lots to offer, with comfortable seats and a range of food and beverage options to choose from.
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Explore New Town’s Buzzing Hotels for Birthday Parties

Calton Suite
from £55
per person / per session
Calton Suite
90
100
The Glasshouse
(15)
Broughton, New Town
Event Space in a Hotel
Private space
With versatile event spaces including The Boardroom, Louis Stevenson & Walter Scott and the exclusive Calton Suite, The Glasshouse Hotel offers the perfect setting for gatherings of all sizes.
Liberté Café-Bar & Brasserie
from £1400
minimum spend / per session
Liberté Café-Bar & Brasserie
140
200
Liberté Café, Bar & Brasserie
(1)
New Town, Edinburgh
Restaurant in a Hotel
Private space
Liberté Café - Bar & Brasserie, located in the historic Apex Waterloo Place Hotel at 23-27 Waterloo Place in Edinburgh, offers a European-inspired menu crafted with the finest Scottish ingredients.
The Underground Bar
from £450
minimum spend / per afternoon
The Underground Bar
30
40
Royal Scots Club
(9)
New Town, Edinburgh
Underground Space in a Hotel
Private space
R
Rebecca S.
“Would highly recommend for people looking for a private booking!”
The Gallery
from £100
hire fee / per morning
The Gallery
50
Le Monde Hotel
(33)
New Town, Edinburgh
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Hotel
Private space
C
Cl G.
“Excellent location for a party of 15-20 people, had loads of space”
Broughton
from £1200
minimum spend / per evening
Broughton
150
150
The Place Hotel
(38)
Broughton, New Town
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Hotel
Private space
So, whether you’re on business, a city break, planning a wedding or looking for a unique central location for your next meeting - The Place Hotel is perfect for you.
The Library at Juniper
from £500
minimum spend / per session
The Library at Juniper
40
Hotel Indigo Edinburgh - Princes Street
(6)
New Town, Edinburgh
Function Room in a Hotel
Private space
Our private space for hire, The Library, offers personalised service and a flexible space perfect for birthdays, corporate events, and special celebrations.
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Birthday Party Venues for Hire in New Town, Edinburgh

FAQs about Top Birthday Party Venues in New Town

Booking costs of birthday party venues average £1200 minimum spend per event. 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 New Town, based on Tagvenue data from February 2026:

Prices of birthday party venues in New Town
From £500 to £2000 minimum spend per event
From £30 to £49 per person
From £100 to £750 hire fee per event

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

You'll find birthday party 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 New Town, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (February 2026):

Small up to 40 guests prices average £500 minimum spend per event
Medium between 60 and 100 guests prices average £1500 minimum spend per event
Large over 105 guests prices average £1500 minimum spend per event

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Verified Reviews of Birthday Party Venues in New Town

RC
Rhianna C.
Verified review
Booked Wee Tap at Hanover Tap, Edinburgh
5.0
This was a fantastic venue for a party! The minimum spend of £1000 was reasonable and achievable within the time frame, so I received my deposit back! We were able to play our own music and the staff were very attentive. 10/10 would definitely book again!

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