Top Cheap Birthday Party Venues in Edinburgh
Big birthdays deserve great stories, not eye-watering bills. Cheap birthday party venues in Edinburgh make it easy to celebrate in style, whether you're eyeing a cosy pub near the Grassmarket, a private room in Stockbridge, or a contemporary space around Leith. Keeping costs down doesn't mean settling for less when the city has so many character-filled places ready for birthdays of every size. Spend less on the room and a little more on the food, music, or another round for your guests. Scroll down and find a party space that leaves both you and your wallet smiling.
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from £150
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Other Room
67 guestsDragonfly Cocktail BarOld Town, EdinburghMMillie M.
“The venue is gorgeous and perfect for a birthday party. Cocktails were delicious and bar staff were lovely!” -
from £75
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEvent Space
30 guestsRogueWest End, EdinburghEElla Z.
“Amazing Birthday Venue! I had a birthday party here for about 30 guests, and it was honestly perfect.” -
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWee Tap
65 guestsHanover Tap, EdinburghNew Town, Edinburgh#Supervenue
LLokesh J.
“I held a birthday party here for around 50 people in late January 2023.” -
from £150
hire fee / per afternoonCheck availabilityWhole Space
90 guestsLittle PicardyNew Town, Edinburgh#Supervenue
AAlex K.
“We hired The Little Picardy for my brothers 30th birthday and it was the best party ever!” -
from £20
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityVersatile Space
40 guestsSlow Progress Records and CoffeeOld Town, Edinburgh#Supervenue
LLauren C.
“Lovely little space for my son’s 2nd birthday party. Really great facilities including baby change etc.” -
from £200
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityOllie's
110 guestsOllie's Private Event SpaceNew Town, EdinburghCCraig S.
“I had my 30th birthday party at Ollie’s with around 65 guests.” -
from £600
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityDevil's Cut
150 guestsAngel's Share HotelNew Town, EdinburghEEmma C.
“Organised a private family birthday party at Angel's Share - it couldn't have gone more smoothly.” -
from £600
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCombined Fettercairn & Jura
230 guestsThe Scotsman HotelOld Town, EdinburghGGraham
“Amazing service, amazing venue, private loos and bar, private outside space. Space hire great value.” -
from £2000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
187 guestsDragonfly Cocktail BarOld Town, EdinburghAAileen L.
“The team at Dragonfly were really helpful during the organisation of my partner’s 40th birthday party.” -
from £75
hire fee / per afternoonCheck availabilityMezzanine
40 guestsLittle PicardyNew Town, Edinburgh#Supervenue
EElliott C.
“We would definitely hire this venue again if we were looking to host a small event.” -
from £400
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityClub Prive Conservatory
15 guestsThe Roseate EdinburghHaymarket, Edinburgh#Supervenue
EEvie L.
“The space we hired was ideal for the party as it was private and quiet.” -
from £100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRaised Area
50 guestsChanter EdinburghOld Town, Edinburgh#Supervenue
HHelen M.
“Great booking process, perfect semi-private area with plenty of tables and space.”
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FAQs about Top Cheap Birthday Party Venues in Edinburgh
Booking costs of cheap birthday party venues average £600 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 Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data:
| Typically between £400 | and £1500 | minimum spend per event |
| Typically between £30 | and £50 | per person |
| Typically between £100 | and £300 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:
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Whole Space at Little Picardy in New Town - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Everyone had a great time and i would definitely consider booking it again for the next big party!’ -
The Other Room at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar in Old Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The venue is gorgeous and perfect for a birthday party.’ -
Wee Tap at Hanover Tap, Edinburgh in New Town - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The venue was perfect for my birthday party.’
You'll find cheap 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 Edinburgh, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £400 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average £700 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Dumbo Cocktail Bar at Manahatta Edinburgh
on 28 Rose Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Huuuuge selection of cocktails and there was something to drink for everyone.’ -
Birthday Party at Roxy Lanes - Rose Street, Edinburgh
on 26 Rose Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Features: The space provides on-site food service, an integrated PA system and speakers. The room includes Wi‑Fi, air conditioning, wheelchair access, a step-free guest entrance and accessible toilets. -
The Other Room at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar
on 52 West Port - 0.3 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘The venue is gorgeous and perfect for a birthday party.’
Based on Tagvenue data (as of November 2026), users looking for cheap birthday party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Hotel | prices average £600 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 100 guests |
| Bar | prices average £500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 150 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £180 hire fee per event | typically between 50 and 120 guests |
| Pub | prices average £180 hire fee per event | typically between 65 and 110 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £600 minimum spend per event | typically between 55 and 150 guests |
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