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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Chelsea
Are you looking to host the perfect cocktail party in Chelsea? Well done! Prepare to explore unique cocktail party venues in this historic district, from converted historical buildings and studios to trendy wine bars. Whether you are looking to hire a bar on King’s Road, near Sloane Square Tube Station, or even among the smaller venues on Pavilion Road, we have the event space you need. Our listings include pubs, bars, lounges, and even speakeasies, so finding the ideal spot is a breeze with Tagvenue. Dive into our curated selection and discover the perfect setting for your cocktail party. Cheers to a fantastic celebration!
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![Club Room at Beaufort House Private Rooms in Chelsea, London]()
from £200
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityClub Room
150 guestsBeaufort House Private RoomsChelsea, LondonTTatyana L.
“Great location, very good food & cocktails and excellent service!” -
![Champagne Bar at Beaufort House Private Rooms in Chelsea, London]()
from £350
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityChampagne Bar
120 guestsBeaufort House Private RoomsChelsea, LondonSSyrona V.
“Amazing staff great service from booking the venue right up until the lights came on at the end of party!” -
![Whole Venue at The March Hare in Chelsea, London]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityWhole Venue
220 guestsThe March HareSouth Kensington StationChelsea, LondonPPauline
“The room downstairs was brilliant, cocktails really good and we were delighted with the food.” -
![The Chelsea Bar at 11 Cadogan Gardens in Chelsea, London]()
from £600
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityThe Chelsea Bar
50 guests11 Cadogan GardensSloane Square StationChelsea, LondonThe Chelsea Bar is a bar in 11 Cadogan Gardens. It is a compact, bartender‑operated hotel cocktail bar centred on a close‑set service counter. Design: The space has dark wood panelling, a marble‑topped counter and a large
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![Private Conservatory Room at Manicomio Chelsea Restaurant in Chelsea, London]()
from £1600
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityPrivate Conservatory Room
40 guestsManicomio Chelsea RestaurantSloane Square StationChelsea, LondonKKirsten S.
“The Conservatory room at Manicomio Chelsea was the perfect venue for our small wedding celebration.” -
![Christmas in Chelsea at Beaufort House Private Rooms in Chelsea, London]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityChristmas in Chelsea
150 guestsBeaufort House Private RoomsChelsea, LondonCCatherine C.
“Overall the party was a success and it went on without any issues.” -
![First Floor Mezzanine at PJ's Chelsea Brasserie in Chelsea, London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFirst Floor Mezzanine
100 guestsPJ's Chelsea BrasserieSouth Kensington StationChelsea, LondonJJon H.
“Great service, very attentive throughout the process right from booking to attending.” -
![The Jabberwocky at The March Hare in Chelsea, London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Jabberwocky
40 guestsThe March HareSouth Kensington StationChelsea, LondonIInes
“I booked the venue for a surprise 30th for 40 people (could have easily had 50).” -
![Barts Full Venue Hire at Barts in Chelsea, London]()
from £1750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBarts Full Venue Hire
80 guestsBartsSouth Kensington StationChelsea, LondonForget the usual venues - Barts is a total escape into the 1929 Prohibition era, making it the top, secret location in Chelsea for private parties and classy work events.
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![Private Dining Room at Beaufort House Private Rooms in Chelsea, London]()
from £100
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
60 guestsBeaufort House Private RoomsChelsea, LondonAAmichia A.
“Anelise, the events planner for my party was super helpful and accommodating from the start.” -
![Bar at Jak's Kings Road in Chelsea, London]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBar
400 guestsJak's Kings RoadFulham Broadway StationChelsea, LondonThe Bar at Jak's Kings Road is a semi-private cocktail-bar area within the venue; it is defined by a low-lit lounge layout that sits apart from the main dining room.
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![PJ's Restaurant at PJ's Chelsea Brasserie in Chelsea, London]()
from £3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPJ's Restaurant
180 guestsPJ's Chelsea BrasserieSouth Kensington StationChelsea, LondonWWesam A.
“The space, and the nice people running it.”
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FAQs about Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Chelsea
Booking costs of cocktail party venues average £1500 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 Chelsea, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £1000 | to £3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £30 | to £65 | per person |
| From £800 | to £9600 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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The Chelsea Bar at 11 Cadogan Gardens in Chelsea - rated 4.9/5
Venue said: It is a compact, bartender‑operated hotel cocktail bar centred on a close‑set service counter. Design: The space has dark wood panelling, a marble‑topped counter and a large gilt‑framed mirror behind the bottle display. -
Whole Venue at The March Hare in Chelsea - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘I booked the venue for a surprise 30th for 40 people (could have easily had 50).’ -
Club Room at Beaufort House Private Rooms in Chelsea - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Amazing staff great service from booking the venue right up until the lights came on at the end of party!’
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 Chelsea, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 85 guests | prices average £1750 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average £3000 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for cocktail party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 120 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 20 and 65 guests |
| Pub | prices average £5000 minimum spend per event | typically between 55 and 80 guests |
| Bar | prices average £1020 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 120 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 25 and 30 guests |
Smaller cocktail party venues usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in Chelsea, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Lady in Black at The Sloane Club, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 25 guests
Our user said: ‘The venue is perfect for a small party - up to 50 guests.’ -
Amalfi Private Dining Room at Azzurra, rated 5/5 - dining room for 40 guests
Venue said: Azzurra Private Dining Room at the back of the restaurant features warm wooden walls and ceilings, roughly painted to evoke old fishing boats. The light filled space can accommodate a maximum of 16 guests over 1 large long... -
Cocktail Masterclass at Beaufort House Private Rooms, rated 4.7/5 - bar for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘The venue was great , spacey , bright and perfect for adult&kid together party.’
Cheap cocktail party venues in Chelsea start from £25 per person or £500 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Entire Venue at Big Easy Restaurant - Kings Road, Chelsea, from £25 per person (up to 300 guests standing)
Venue said: The seating mixes benches and freestanding tables to create close, sociable sightlines across the room. Features: A full-service bar stocks beers, cocktails and spirits and supports bar service for private events. -
Cinema Paradiso at Pizza Pilgrims Chelsea, from £500 minimum spend per event (up to 30 guests standing)
Venue said: The space receives warm, attentive service and is maintained to a high standard, including clean restrooms. -
Mirror Room at 11 Cadogan Gardens, from £600 hire fee per event (up to 16 guests standing)
Venue said: The Mirror Room is a Dining Room in 11 Cadogan Gardens featuring full-height mirrored panelling that intensifies light and reflection. Design: The room pairs a black-and-white checkerboard floor with low, ornate chandeliers...
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