Edinburgh’s christening venues are as charming as the Royal Mile and as warm as a Highland welcome. Whether you’re after a grand Georgian hall for a family gathering, a cosy space tucked near Arthur’s Seat, or a bright room for tea and cake after the ceremony, it’s easy to find the perfect spot. Want on-site catering, buggy-friendly access, or a space with a garden for those all-important photos? You’ll find them all here. Get ready to make memories in the heart of Edinburgh!
Booking costs of christening 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 £30 | to £49 | per person |
| From £500 | to £1500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £200 | to £500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
The Speakeasy at The Voodoo Rooms
in New Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great service, great help. Supported our charity! The bar staff downstairs in the speakeasy was exceptional!’
Jig Room at Granary
in Leith - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Everybody had a fantastic time, myself included - highly recommend!’
The Fettercairn Suite at The Scotsman Hotel
in Old Town - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘I liked the decoration of the tables and the rooms too. The operator, bartender and server were excellent.’
You'll find christening 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 (October 2026):
| Small | up to 45 guests | prices average £600 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 120 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average £1500 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 October 2026), users looking for christening venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Function Room | prices average £750 minimum spend per event | typically between 80 and 170 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 140 and 300 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £750 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 80 guests |
Smaller christening venues usually fit up to 45 guests standing. Here are some great options in Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
The Vault at Lady Libertine - function room for 40 guests
Venue said: Lady Libertine is a bold cocktail bar and restaurant in the heart of Edinburgh with a capacity for receptions for up to 200 guests. Set across two floors with a relaxed wine café upstairs and an atmospheric basement bar below,
Club Prive Conservatory at The Roseate Edinburgh, rated 4.7/5 - dining room for 15 guests
Venue said: Club Prive Conservatory is the smallest of our private rooms. Available for private sit-down meals for up to 10 guests, standing drinks reception for up to 15 guests, and boardroom meetings for up to 8 guests.
Burke and Hare at Hotel du Vin Edinburgh, rated 4.8/5 - event space for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘Great location. Easy accessible from Edinburgh Waverley train station.’
Cheap christening venues in Edinburgh start from £200 minimum spend per event or £100 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
Club Prive at The Roseate Edinburgh, from £200 minimum spend per event
(up to 50 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The events team were also excellent from the initial booking through to the event itself.’
Champagne Bar (Semi Private) at Le Monde Hotel, from £100 hire fee per event
(up to 50 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Excellent location for a party of 15-20 people, had loads of space...’
The Alterier at Yaniv Edery Gallery, from £50 hire fee per hour
(up to 8 guests seated)
Venue said: The Atelier is an intimate executive meeting room designed for productive conversations and confidential discussions. Offering complete privacy within an inspiring gallery setting, it is ideal for senior leadership meetings,
Page last updated in October 2026
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