Cocktail Party Venues for Hire in Central London

Cocktail Party Venues for Hire in Central London

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Top Cocktail Party Venues in Central London

Are you searching for a stylish cocktail party in Central London? Look no further! Discover elegant hotels with chic function rooms in Mayfair, trendy bars on Regent Street, and intimate nightclubs on Oxford Street. From hotel bars in St. James's to rooftop venues with views of Bloomsbury, our tailored listings for cocktail party venues cover it all. Whether you seek a cocktail bar, a quirky lounge, or a chic speakeasy hidden behind a bookcase, we are waiting to help you find your perfect cocktail party venue in the heart of London. Let's make your event memorable – start your search today!

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Enjoy Central London's Small Cocktail Party Venues

Kitchen Pods
from £600
minimum spend / per session
Kitchen Pods
30
40
Drake & Morgan at King's Cross
(24)
King's Cross St. Pancras Station
King's Cross, Central London
Bar
Private space
S
Shakila S.
“The venue was the Fable at Holborn actually.”
The Dining Room
from £500
minimum spend / per session
The Dining Room
24
40
The Duchess
(29)
Bond Street Station
Marylebone, Central London
Dining Room in a Pub
Private space
M
Maxine
“Intimate space to have that special vibe. Drinks weren't too pricey so all my guests could have their own tab.”
Private Room
from £450
hire fee / per session
Private Room
30
40
Beasy Soho
(44)
Tottenham Court Road Station
Soho, Central London
Function Room in a Cocktail Bar
Private space
S
Simon C.
“Seriously recommended for any intimate party!”
Private Conservatory Room
from £1200
minimum spend / per afternoon
Private Conservatory Room
24
40
Manicomio Chelsea Restaurant
(35)
Sloane Square Station
Chelsea, Central London
Dining Room in a Restaurant
Private space
K
Kirsten S.
“The Conservatory room at Manicomio Chelsea was the perfect venue for our small wedding celebration.”
Subterranean Terrace
from £4000
minimum spend / per session
Subterranean Terrace
40
The Bloomsbury Club
(3)
Tottenham Court Road Station
Fitzrovia, Central London
Outdoor Space at a Bar
Private space
The cocktail menu is a real mix of forgotten classics and innovative new creations inspired by the Bloomsbury Set’s fascination with Ancient Egypt and the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922.
Downstairs Bar Space
from £50
minimum spend / per session
Downstairs Bar Space
40
40
The Wellington
Covent Garden Station
Covent Garden, Central London
Bar in a Pub
Shared space
Some sitting some standing next to our fire place downstairs bar, perfect for drinks only gathering.
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Book One of Central London's Cheap Cocktail Party Venues

Peony bar
from £10
minimum spend / per evening
Peony bar
20
30
Opium Cocktail & Dim Sum Parlour
(14)
Leicester Square Station
Chinatown, Central London
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Cocktail Bar
Private space
A
Ashley
“Cocktails, drink and food were all delicious and we all had a great time!”
Private Room
from £100
minimum spend / per session
Private Room
30
50
The Prince Regent
(170)
Baker Street Station
Marylebone, Central London
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Function Room in a Pub
Private space
I
Ivy
“The price of pre ordering for beers is very reasonable, and the staff responded very quick.”
Conservatory Area
from £100
minimum spend / per session
Conservatory Area
34
80
The Alwyne Castle
(68)
Highbury & Islington Station
Highbury, Central London
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Conservatory in a Pub
Private space
J
Jessie
“Hired the conservatory area for our engagement party.”
The Courtyard
from £100
minimum spend / per session
The Courtyard
40
50
Lucy Wong
(133)
Tottenham Court Road Station
Fitzrovia, Central London
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Terrace at a Bar
Private space
S
Sanzhar A.
“Overall the minimum price for hire is extrenely reasonable, especially in central London.”
The Lounge
from £100
minimum spend / per evening
The Lounge
60
Vagabond Monument
(43)
Bank Station
Bank, Central London
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Bar
Semi-private area
T
Tim .
“The wine and beer selection provided was good and costs were very reasonable.”
The Martini Den
from £100
minimum spend / per day
The Martini Den
30
40
Dirty Martini St. Paul's
(145)
St. Paul's Station
Bank, Central London
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Cocktail Bar
Semi-private area
A
Aimee
“The drinks prices are reasonable!”
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Plan an Unforgettable Drinks Reception Event at Central London’s Bars

The Boudoir Bar
from £250
minimum spend / per session
The Boudoir Bar
50
100
Bar Soho
(152)
Leicester Square Station
Soho, Central London
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Bar
Private space
R
Roni S.
“Great party space with different areas. Option to go downstairs to Bar Soho.”
The Bar
from £1500
minimum spend / per day
The Bar
40
70
The Clerkenwell Tavern
(6)
Farringdon Station
Clerkenwell, Central London
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Bar in a Pub
Semi-private area
M
Megan E.
“Perfect venue for a private party. Loads of room, private bar and really friendly and helpful staff.”
The Games Room
from £120
hire fee / per session
The Games Room
25
50
Heist Bank
(268)
Paddington Station
Paddington, Central London
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Function Room in a Bar
Private space
C
Charlene G.
“Food was delicious and easy to pop to the bar to get drinks. Great private space for an intimate party.”
The Saloon Bar
from £300
hire fee / per morning
The Saloon Bar
50
80
The Marylebone London
(29)
Baker Street Station
Marylebone, Central London
Function Room in a Bar
Private space
G
Gemma K.
“I liked the space and the bar is very cool. Music was good and there was a good vibe in the place.”
The Main Bar
from £1750
minimum spend / per session
The Main Bar
36
50
Ester
(41)
Chalk Farm Station
Primrose Hill, Central London
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Bar
Private space
C
Christiana
“The venue was very clean, well kept and bar staff are attentive and friendly.”
1st Floor
from £500
minimum spend / per session
1st Floor
80
100
The Elgin
(106)
Maida Vale Station
Maida Vale, Central London
Event Space in a Bar
Private space
H
Henry
“Having a birthday there with your own private bar was brilliant.”
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Drink and Dine at Central London’s Fantastic Drinks Reception Restaurants

The Bar at Covent Garden
from £350
minimum spend / per evening
The Bar at Covent Garden
20
40
Cabana @ St Giles
(87)
Tottenham Court Road Station
West End, Central London
Event Space in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
P
Peter C.
“Quick Service at the bar Friendly Service Great cocktails Great bar”
The Private Bar
from £1000
minimum spend / per session
The Private Bar
30
150
The Goat Chelsea
(25)
Gloucester Road Station
Chelsea, Central London
Restaurant
Private space
3. Crypt, a private dining area with an intimate setting. The 3-floor venue has been transformed into a relaxed restaurant on the ground floor, and a stylish cocktail bar and lounge upstairs.
Afternoon Tea Room
from £2500
minimum spend / per session
Afternoon Tea Room
100
100
Browns Covent Garden
(61)
Leicester Square Station
Covent Garden, Central London
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Restaurant
Private space
B
Bethan M.
“I held my 30th Birthday party here and the staff were incredible from pre-booking all the way to the event.”
Summer Terrace
from £1125
minimum spend / per session
Summer Terrace
15
30
Brasserie Blanc Southbank
(103)
Waterloo Station
Waterloo, Central London
Terrace at a Restaurant
Semi-private area
S
Sarah B.
“Lovely location and nice vibe as you enter the restaurant. The staff were friendly and efficient.”
Upper Terrace
from £1000
minimum spend / per afternoon
Upper Terrace
60
100
Cinnamon Kitchen
(47)
Liverpool Street Station
Central London
Terrace at a Restaurant
Semi-private area
M
Maddie G.
“We recently had our summer party here - lovely outdoor space, great food and very attentive service.”
Garden Deli
from £1500
minimum spend / per session
Garden Deli
90
100
The Folly
(55)
Bank Station
Bank, Central London
Event Space in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
N
Niki F.
“Easy to book, responsive staff, nice venue, good food and drinks.”
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Cocktail Party Venues for Hire in Central London

FAQs about Top Cocktail Party Venues in Central London

In Central London, prices of cocktail party venues average £1000 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 Central London, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:

Prices of cocktail party venues in Central London
From £500 to £2000 minimum spend per event
From £20 to £65 per person
From £100 to £155 hire fee per hour

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), 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 Central London, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):

Small cocktail party venues up to 50 guests prices average £500 minimum spend per event
Medium cocktail party venues between 70 and 100 guests prices average £1000 minimum spend per event
Large cocktail party venues over 110 guests prices average £1500 minimum spend per event

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Verified Reviews of Cocktail Party Venues in Central London

JN
Joyeta N.
Verified review
Booked Ground Floor at Mr Fogg's Botanical Tavern
5.0
The communication before the event was very thorough and the team was always on top of things which put us at ease. Service was efficient without being intrusive, and they were very accommodating for all our requests. The bartenders were also very friendly and all the guests had an incredible time. They also kept us posted on how much more we have left on the bar tab so we could use up our tab in good time. There was nothing we could fault!
LM
Louise M.
Verified review
Booked The Party Pad at Studio48 Bar & Kitchen
5.0
Wonderful venue - warm and quirky with lots of different levels and areas - lovely bar staff - great cocktails!
CL
Caroline L.
Verified review
Booked Soda Room at The Botanist Broadgate Circle
4.6
The venue was great, the Staff were awesome, very attentive and accommodating, kept me informed all night as to how the bar tab was doing, I couldn't fault the team at all
TR
Tito R.
Verified review
Booked Private Room & Bar 1st Floor at Clerkenwell and Social
4.8
We were a group of 30. After viewing so many venues,this place ticked all our boxes and was within our budget. It was worth every single penny. I'm so surprised that it is pretty cheap compared to other pubs in that vicinity. The food was delicious and every single person in our group enjoyed it. Alcohol packages were a wowzer. Amazing find tbh. Gui and Philip at the venue were helpful.
CC
Catherine C.
Verified review
Booked Christmas in Chelsea at Albert's at Beaufort House
4.2
The food was exceptionally good; guests were raving about the quality of the food and the cocktails were delicious. Everyone was served food and the circulation was good. Overall the party was a success and it went on without any issues. But that was because I had to constantly monitor what was going on and remind people rather than enjoy myself.
KC
Katy C.
Verified review
Booked The Vault Bar at Walkers of Whitehall
4.8
A great location for our alumni drinks party. Staff were fantastic and food was delicious, although it did get stuck in one corner of the bar. I felt it was quite full with around 100 people in there, and because of acoustics quite noisy, so I'd advise anyone else booking to cap numbers at 100. We would definitely consider going back again!
MS
Mike S.
Verified review
Booked The Drawing Room at The Marquis Cornwallis
4.8
The space is isolated from the rest of the pub but still easy to get to plus easy access to bathrooms. The bar itself inside this space is very nice and it feels like you've rented a whole pub instead of just one room. Service staff was very pleasant and very fast. People did not have to wait long for a beverage.
TB
Thomas B.
Verified review
Booked Soda Room at The Botanist Broadgate Circle
5.0
Very professional staff, both in preparation and on the night. Food was top-quality, I recommend the Beef Wellington!