Cocktail Bars for Hire in London

Booking costs of cocktail bars average £500 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 London, based on Tagvenue data:

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

• Entire Venue at Smiths Cocktail Bar in Hammersmith - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Interior gives a proper cocktail bar club feel. Our guests were really impressed.’

• The Speakeasy at MNM in Tower Hill - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘really enjoyed the space, bartenders were really kind and understanding, cool looking venue and cool access...’

• The Famous Cocktail Bar at The Famous Cock Tavern in Highbury - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘We had a great time at the Famous Cocktail Bar.’

You'll find cocktail bars 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 London, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):

These are the venues within 1.2 mi from Central London, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Full Venue Hire at Tequila Mockingbird Charing Cross on 42 William IV Street - 1.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Just a short walk from Covent Garden, Charing Cross, and Leicester Square tube stations. Strut down the stairs into an underground wonderland of sass and cocktails.
• Saddle Room at The Coach House on 7 Oxendon Street - 1.2 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘The pub is in a great location, very central. The staff were amazing and made our party unforgettable!’
• Whole Venue at 42 on 42 Albemarle Street - 1.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: 42 is an exclusive cocktail lounge in Mayfair, located at 42 Albemarle Street – where Gymkhana also resides. 42 takes inspiration from the most exclusive rooms found within the elite Gymkhana clubs of India; where select...

In London, cocktail bars are most commonly booked for 30 to 70 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

You should aim to book 4–6 weeks in advance for peak evenings (especially Thursdays and Fridays) or during the holiday season. Premium venues and centrally located bars can fill up quickly, particularly in Soho and Fitzrovia. For larger groups or exclusive hire, it's best to confirm at least 2 months ahead.