Shaken, stirred, and served with a side of city charm. This area knows its way around a great drink. You’re in the right place for cocktail bars in Holborn, where stylish speakeasies, sleek cocktail lounges, and unique hotel bars sit between Chancery Lane and Holborn station. Enjoy inventive menus, intimate corners for conversation, and just enough buzz to carry the night forward. It’s as suited to a quick round as it is to settling in for hours. Take a look and line up your next night out.
Booking costs of cocktail bars average £2500 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 Holborn, based on Tagvenue data from May 2026:
| From £1000 | to £4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £38 | to £75 | per person |
| From £870 | to £5000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated May 2026), the best options include:
Window Tables at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden
in Holborn - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Fantastic space for a private party with your own bar. Amazing bar staff who made the best cocktails.’
Main Bar at The Queens Head
in Holborn - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Being able to rent the entire pub and play our own spotify playlist was the real winner .’
Full Venue Hire at Simmons | Holborn
in Holborn - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The bar staff were super attentive and friendly.’
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 Holborn, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (May 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £1250 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 120 guests | prices average £2500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 130 guests | prices average £5000 minimum spend per event |
Page last updated in May 2026
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