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Top Christening Function Venues in Edinburgh
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!
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![The Fettercairn Suite at The Scotsman Hotel in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Fettercairn Suite
180 guestsThe Scotsman HotelOld Town, EdinburghAAndrea N.
“Very good food and drink and the rooms were great. I liked the decoration of the tables and the rooms too.” -
![Dirty Martini at Le Monde Hotel in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £399
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityDirty Martini
300 guestsLe Monde HotelNew Town, EdinburghJJo C.
“I have been telling everyone that they should use this venue.” -
![The Speakeasy at The Voodoo Rooms in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £180
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Speakeasy
80 guestsThe Voodoo RoomsNew Town, EdinburghAAoife
“Communication was amazing and the venue was brilliant!” -
![York at The Place Hotel in Broughton, Edinburgh]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityYork
400 guestsThe Place HotelBroughton, Edinburgh
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KKeira S.
“We hired the Broughton Suite for 40 guests, cabaret style for a research outreach workshop event.” -
![Club Prive at The Roseate Edinburgh in Haymarket, Edinburgh]()
from £150
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityClub Prive
50 guestsThe Roseate EdinburghHaymarket, EdinburghLLouise M.
“The venue itself was gorgeous and we felt so lucky to feel like we had the whole place to ourselves.” -
![Jig Room at Granary in Leith, Edinburgh]()
from £600
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityJig Room
80 guestsGranaryLeith, EdinburghAAnn-marie E.
“Everybody had a fantastic time, myself included - highly recommend!” -
![The Hepburn Suite at Royal Scots Club in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £145
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Hepburn Suite
140 guestsRoyal Scots ClubNew Town, EdinburghRRebecca S.
“Would highly recommend for people looking for a private booking!” -
![Raeburn at The Place Hotel in Broughton, Edinburgh]()
from £1200
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityRaeburn
200 guestsThe Place HotelBroughton, Edinburgh
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EErika S.
“The venue was amazing , all dressed up for Christmas. We loved the size of the space and having our own bar.” -
![The Ballroom at The Voodoo Rooms in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £250
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Ballroom
170 guestsThe Voodoo RoomsNew Town, EdinburghDDana H.
“The staff were great and it's a dynamic room that was perfect for the party size.” -
![The Princess Royal Suite at Royal Scots Club in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £145
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Princess Royal Suite
180 guestsRoyal Scots ClubNew Town, EdinburghJJanette S.
“Food and drinks all lovely Service was good too. Venue was clean well organised.” -
![The Gallery at Kimpton Charlotte Square Edinburgh in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £7000
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Gallery
400 guestsKimpton Charlotte Square EdinburghNew Town, EdinburghCChristmasparty2022
“The venue was beautifully decorated and presented” -
![Cardoon at JA Bruntsfield Hotel in Bruntsfield, Edinburgh]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCardoon
100 guestsJA Bruntsfield HotelBruntsfield, EdinburghIt has direct access to our secluded garden terrace. Small exhibitions, receptions, product launches, and special family events such as birthdays, christenings, anniversaries and celebration dinners
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Frequently Asked Questions
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 May 2026:
| From £30 | to £45 | per person |
| From £500 | to £1500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £180 | to £500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated May 2026), the best options include:
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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!’ -
York at The Place Hotel in Broughton - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘There was a selection of different teas available, coffee including decaf, both whole milk and soya milk.’ -
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 (May 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £750 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 140 guests | prices average £1400 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Entire Venue at Mowgli Street Food Edinburgh
on 20 Hanover Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Located in the Edinburgh’s historic area, Mowgli is a warm, welcoming space where people come together over the food Indian families eat at home. With its soft glow, rustic wooden finishes, and swing seats, Mowgli Edinburgh... -
Geddes Room at Riddle's Court
on 322 Lawnmarket - 0.2 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Lovely place to have my wedding...’ -
The Parlour at Alchemist George Street
on 51 George Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: The private room at The Alchemist George Street offers a stylish and exclusive setting in the heart of Edinburgh’s city centre, ideal for corporate meetings, private dining, and networking events.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of May 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 |
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