Cocktail Party Venues for Hire in Central London

Booking costs of cocktail party venues average £1100 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:

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

• The Downstairs Cocktail Bar at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden in Holborn - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Everyone at the party was singing praises about the cocktails and how attentive the barman was to our needs.’

• Basement Bar at The Oxford Market in Fitzrovia - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘On the actual night, the bar staff were very nice and made good drinks/cocktails.’

• Mala Madre Events Space at The Last Talisman in Bermondsey - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘If you want space for mingling, dancing, cocktails.. then this is your place!’

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 (September 2026):

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

Smaller cocktail party venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Central London, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• The Games Room at Heist Bank, rated 4.8/5 - function room for 50 guests
  Our user said: ‘and the room itself is perfect for a small gathering. Loved the board games, Nintendo and karaoke!’

• The Main Bar at Ester, rated 4.8/5 - bar for 50 guests
  Our user said: ‘A particular highlight of the reception was your signature blood orange cocktail!’

• Private Dining, The Hideaway at Cabana @ St Giles, rated 4.7/5 - dining room for 28 guests
  Our user said: ‘Very positive experience, very helpful team, tasty cocktails and nibbles. Reasonable prices and good fun!’

Cheap cocktail party venues in Central London start from £120 hire fee per event or £10 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• The Games Room at Heist Bank, from £120 hire fee per event (up to 50 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘games and entertainment stuff. Price of food and cocktails...’

• Window Tables at LOCKES Bar Covent Garden, from £10 per person (up to 50 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Spritz cocktails were 2 for 1 all do so good value.’

• Semi-Private Area at Riley's Sports Bar - Victoria, from £200 minimum spend per event (up to 100 guests standing)
  Venue said: Located on the ground floor of the venue, we can corner off the area with access to 2 English Pool tables, to allow you and your party a semi private area.