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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Edinburgh

Discover top cocktail party venues in Edinburgh, whether you're hosting a corporate mixer, celebrating a milestone birthday, planning an engagement party, or organising a holiday gathering. New Town offers elegant bars within Georgian architecture, ranging from chic hotel lounges to exclusive private clubs. In Old Town, you’ll discover unique spots like vaulted cellar bars and hidden speakeasies set in historic stone buildings and charming courtyards.The West End offers upscale venues with bespoke cocktails, including rooftop terraces with stunning skyline views and stylish art deco lounges. These spaces ensure a great time for any occasion. Explore our handpicked venues for a party that everyone will remember!

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Enjoy Edinburgh's Small Cocktail Reception Venues

Raised Area
from £100
minimum spend / per session
Raised Area
30
50
Chanter Edinburgh
(11)
Old Town, Edinburgh
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Pub
Semi-private area
J
Jane W.
“Great location, reasonable pricing and really friendly staff”
Salle Pierre Boulez
from £60
hire fee / per hour
Salle Pierre Boulez
16
40
Institut francais d'Ecosse
(7)
Old Town, Edinburgh
Function Room in a Community Centre
Private space
M
Madisen P.
“Really helpful and responsive - absolutely would recommend the venue and arnaud!”
Champagne Bar (Semi Private)
from £100
hire fee / per morning
Champagne Bar (Semi Private)
30
50
Le Monde Hotel
(39)
New Town, Edinburgh
Hotel
Semi-private area
C
Charlotte K.
“Friendly bar staff and lovely private area to host my 30th.”
Club Prive
from £150
hire fee / per day
Club Prive
36
50
The Roseate Edinburgh
(33)
Haymarket, Edinburgh
Function Room in a Hotel
Private space
C
Cynthia E.
“We were allowed to have our drinks in the restaurant as we ordered many welcome cocktails.”
Upstairs Space
from £20
per person / per session
Upstairs Space
31
50
BrewDog Edinburgh Lothian Road
(3)
Old Town, Edinburgh
Event Space in a Bar
Private space
The upstairs area is a cosy spot, ideal for smaller gatherings and catch-ups. With space for around 50 people, it’s got a more laid-back feel, perfect for casual drinks, team nights, or smaller celebrations.
Main Dining
from £20
per person / per session
Main Dining
35
50
Sora Diana Vegan Italian Restaurant
Edinburgh
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
Our main dining area offers a semi-private space that provides both intimacy and connection, ideal for events when the entire restaurant has not been booked.
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Book One of Edinburgh's Cheap Venues for Cocktail Parties

Caddie Club
from £12
per person / per session
Caddie Club
45
100
The Golf Tavern
(2)
Bruntsfield, Edinburgh
Function Room in a Pub
Private space
Our private area fits 45 seats. The space is great for birthday parties, celebrations, and corporate events.
Restaurant
from £15
per person / per session
Restaurant
60
50
The Salisbury Arms, Edinburgh
(4)
Edinburgh
Dining Room in a Pub
Semi-private area
With seating for up to 60 guests for a sit-down meal or up to 50 guests for a relaxed buffet-style event or drinks reception, our Dining Room provides the perfect backdrop for creating cherished memories with your loved ones.
The Mezzanine
from £50
hire fee / per afternoon
The Mezzanine
70
Frankenstein's Edinburgh
(4)
Old Town, Edinburgh
Event Space in a Pub
Semi-private area
Our Balcony overlooking our famous Main Bar is perfect for smaller groups. You can keep the group together, while also soaking in the atmosphere of the bar – and you might also get a first glimpse of our famous monster!
Private Dining Room
from £125
minimum spend / per session
Private Dining Room
10
Manahatta Edinburgh
(6)
New Town, Edinburgh
Bar
Semi-private area
J
Jodie N.
“Huuuuge selection of cocktails and there was something to drink for everyone.”
Back Room
from £150
minimum spend / per session
Back Room
22
25
Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh
(4)
New Town, Edinburgh
Event Space in a Restaurant
Private space
Our Back Room is ideal for smaller meetings and private group bookings, while the main restaurant suits larger socials and organised events. Make your next event a headliner and celebrate in our location!
Restaurant
from £225
minimum spend / per session
Restaurant
14
Manahatta Edinburgh
(6)
New Town, Edinburgh
Dining Room in a Bar
Semi-private area
Our New York inspired cocktail bar showcases our newly revived glamourous decor, putting a modern twist on the 1920s Art Deco Era and paying homage to Manhattan's renowned night life scene with its exciting party vibe.
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Plan an Unforgettable Drinks Reception Event at Edinburgh’s Bars

Devil's Cut
from £600
minimum spend / per evening
Devil's Cut
80
150
Angel's Share Hotel
(40)
New Town, Edinburgh
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Bar in a Hotel
Private space
S
Sam K.
“Barman was fantastic. Venue was superb.”
Champagne Bar (Private)
from £100
hire fee / per session
Champagne Bar (Private)
30
70
Le Monde Hotel
(39)
New Town, Edinburgh
Hotel
Private space
J
Jo C.
“The bar staff were incredibly helpful and the party could not have been better.”
Main Room
from £400
minimum spend / per afternoon
Main Room
40
60
The Three Sisters
(7)
Old Town, Edinburgh
Bar in a Pub
Semi-private area
Be right in the heart of it all with a table in our main bar area. The perfect place for grabbing lunch with the team or treating yourself to a few weekend cocktails.
Main Bar Area
from £20
per person / per session
Main Bar Area
180
200
Caley Sample Room
(5)
Merchiston, Edinburgh
Pub
Shared space
Our space is perfect for gatherings and special events, featuring regular live entertainment, a fully-equipped kitchen and bar with a range of cocktails and spirits, flexible seating options with tables or standing room,
Bar
from £49
per person / per session
Bar
31
50
Malmaison Edinburgh City
(10)
New Town, Edinburgh
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Hotel
Private space
Chic and lively, the bar at Malmaison Edinburgh City is the place to be for stylish drinks receptions, private parties or networking events. With seating for up to 50 guests, it offers a mix of relaxed seating, signature
Main Bar
from £35
per person / per session
Main Bar
115
150
Ghillie Dhu
(1)
West End, Edinburgh
Restaurant
Private space
In the main bar, guests can enjoy a menu built around Scotland’s best produce. We also have many drinks to choose from. Choose a classic cocktail or a whiskey.
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Drink and Dine at Edinburgh’s Fantastic Drinks Reception Restaurants

Entire Venue
from £300
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
87
140
The Pakora Bar
Old Town, Edinburgh
Restaurant
Whole venue
We are a friendly, colorful, independent restaurant and bar on Hollyrood Road in Edinburgh’s Old Town. We offer lunch & Dinner, Cocktails, and Chai Indian street food with a Scottish twist.
The Vault
from £750
minimum spend / per day
The Vault
15
40
Lady Libertine
New Town, Edinburgh
Function Room in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
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,
Jig Room
from £600
minimum spend / per session
Jig Room
60
80
Granary
(5)
Leith, Edinburgh
Function Room in a Restaurant
Private space
R
Ross M.
“Great room in a prime location, staff were very supportive prior and at the event.”
Entire Venue
from £5000
minimum spend / per evening
Entire Venue
140
200
Harvey Nichols Edinburgh, Forth Floor
New Town, Edinburgh
Restaurant
Whole venue
Subtle lighting and a relaxed atmosphere – along with some of the most creative cocktails in Edinburgh – make it one of the best party venues in the city centre.
Main Restaurant Area
from £25
per person / per session
Main Restaurant Area
140
200
Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh
(4)
New Town, Edinburgh
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
We've got what you need to host your perfect party - from a traditional bar to a contemporary cocktail area. From the moment your guests enter the venue, your party will be in capable hands.
Restaurant & Bar
from £10
per person / per day
Restaurant & Bar
40
100
Amalfino
Haymarket, Edinburgh
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Shared space
It’s a lively restaurant and bar where groups come together for everything from casual celebrations to more organised events. The dining area is spacious enough for larger group dinners, and the team can arrange set menus
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Book a Hotel for a Delicious Drinks Reception Event

Lobby Bar
from £150
hire fee / per evening
Lobby Bar
50
50
Heeton Concept Aparthotel Queen Street
(1)
New Town, Edinburgh
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Hotel
Shared space
A Neoclassical and Georgian aparthotel in Edinburgh’s New Town, offering a central venue near Edinburgh Castle, the Old Town, and St. James Quarter. The space that we offer for private hire, within the hotel, is our Lobby
Dirty Martini
from £399
minimum spend / per day
Dirty Martini
150
300
Le Monde Hotel
(39)
New Town, Edinburgh
Function Room in a Hotel
Private space
J
Jo C.
“The bar staff were incredibly helpful and the party could not have been better.”
Twenty Princess Restaurant
from £40
per person / per session
Twenty Princess Restaurant
100
100
Hotel Indigo Edinburgh - Princes Street
(6)
New Town, Edinburgh
Hotel
Private space
Our bar, Juniper, pairs sweeping views of Edinburgh with a vibrant setting inside Hotel Indigo on Princes Street. Juniper presents a dynamic cocktail menu where classic favourites meet innovative twists.
The Forrester Suite
from £150
hire fee / per session
The Forrester Suite
50
70
The Murrayfield Hotel
(5)
Murrayfield, Edinburgh
Function Room in a Hotel
Private space
Z
Zebib K.
“We so appreciated the venue's staff, and the clear communication beforehand.”
Brasserie
from £49
per person / per session
Brasserie
50
80
Malmaison Edinburgh City
(10)
New Town, Edinburgh
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Restaurant in a Hotel
Private space
K
Kelvin M.
“I liked the layout and the furniture. I liked the size of the venue. I liked the look of everything inside it.”
Inspiration 2
from £900
minimum spend / per day
Inspiration 2
200
200
Village Hotel
(2)
Edinburgh
Function Room in a Hotel
Private space
Celebrate the good times at Village!) For the perfect party, why not to choose Village, with three incredible venues in Scotland and 33 hotels nationwide?
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Cocktail Party Venues for Hire in Edinburgh

FAQs about Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Edinburgh

Booking costs of cocktail party venues average £750 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 from June 2026:

Prices of cocktail party venues in Edinburgh
From £399 to £1500 minimum spend per event
From £20 to £40 per person
From £100 to £250 hire fee per event

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

You'll find cocktail 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 (June 2026):

Small up to 50 guests prices average £400 minimum spend per event
Medium between 65 and 100 guests prices average £1500 minimum spend per event
Large over 105 guests prices average £1400 minimum spend per event

These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue:

  • 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...
  • Dumbo Cocktail Bar at Manahatta Edinburgh on 28 Rose Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
    Our user said: ‘Thank you very much f9r your hospitability Manhatta!! We will definitely see you again for a cocktail soon!’
  • The Other Room at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar on 52 West Port - 0.3 mi from centre.
    Our user said: ‘We recently hosted a corporate cocktail reception at this venue and secured the entire space for the event.’

Based on Tagvenue data (as of June 2026), users looking for cocktail party venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Restaurant prices average £750 minimum spend per event typically between 30 and 120 guests
Bar prices average £600 minimum spend per event typically between 60 and 150 guests
Pub prices average £180 hire fee per event typically between 60 and 100 guests
Function Room prices average £600 minimum spend per event typically between 55 and 160 guests
Dining Room prices average £1500 minimum spend per event typically between 15 and 60 guests

  • Dragonfly Cocktail Bar stands out with its quirky décor and versatile space, perfect for everything from parties to live music events. The private bar and customisable options make it a great choice for drinks.
  • Dirty Martini at Le Monde Hotel- Set in a gothic-inspired décor, this venue features a private bar and a dance floor, making it a great choice for a cocktail event. Customisable packages with tailored dining, AV equipment, and private area options cater to any celebration.
  • Harvey Nichols Edinburgh's Forth Floor Brasserie offers stunning views of the city and Firth of Forth, providing a unique backdrop for your party. With a relaxed atmosphere, creative cocktails, and versatile spaces for private events, it’s a great venue for any celebration.

It’s recommended to book your cocktail party venue at least 2-3 months in advance, especially for popular spots like those in New Town or Old Town. High-demand venues can get booked quickly, particularly during major events like the Edinburgh Fringe Festival or holiday seasons.

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