Conference Venues for Hire in Edinburgh

Prices of conference venues in Edinburgh average around £44 per person. The exact costs depend on the room size, audiovisual equipment (such as projectors or microphones), or high-speed Wi-Fi. Additional services, such as catering or on-site coordinators, may cost extra. Flexible configurations for presentations, workshops, or networking, along with amenities such as parking or dedicated breakout rooms, will also affect the price. See usual price ranges in Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data, as of September 2025:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2025), the best options include:

• Adaptable Conference Space at Edinburgh Training and Conference Venue in Old Town - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘The space was perfect for our workshop.’

• Dunedin at Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City in Old Town - rated 4.8/5
  Venue said: The Dunedin Room is an impressive conference and banqueting room on the Ground Floor with a large coffee breakout area adjacent. The space can be used for small to large meetings, conferences, dinners and for any type of...

• Combined Fettercairn & Jura at The Scotsman Hotel in Old Town - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Fantastic space, terrific staff that were on hand to support with anything we needed.’

You'll find conference 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 (September 2025):

We strongly advise booking your top-choice venue at least one year in advance to ensure you’ll have plenty of options to choose from. However, if you're planning a smaller event up to 100 guests, you can wait until six months prior to the event to start browsing for venues. By securing your venue early, you'll have ample time to focus on other crucial aspects of your conference planning. Just keep in mind that waiting until the last minute may limit your options, as the best venues are often fully booked well in advance.

Start your search in Edinburgh Old Town, which is a popular destination for any sort of conference and offers versatile offer of spaces. You can find there anything from historic and elegant venues that will add a ‘wow’ factor to your event, as well as impressive hotel venues with an upscale feel. Great conference centres are located in New Town, along Princes Street and Queen Street. 

Sure! Here are some great tips that make all the difference and will help you pull off a great event! 

1. Choose the right venue - Edinburgh has a variety of venues to choose from, ranging from historic buildings to modern conference centres. Consider the size of your event, budget, location, date and the type of atmosphere you want to create. These key elements will help you choose an ideal venue that meets your needs.
2. Plan ahead - Edinburgh is a popular destination for conferences and events, so it's important to plan ahead. Make sure you have all the time you need to organise everything from scratch. You’ll be less stressed out and more confident when the day of the conference comes!
3. Consider transportation - The city has excellent transportation links, including an international airport, train station, and bus station. Make sure to include all the essential information about transportation options in the invitations.
4. Promote your conference - Use different social media channels to promote your conference to potential attendees. You can also consider working with the local newspaper to hype up your event.
5. Explore local attractions - Edinburgh has many attractions, from historic landmarks to cultural experiences. Consider offering the out-of-town attendees the opportunity to explore the city through pre- and post-conference activities.
6. Consider serving food and drinks - If it’s a longer event, it’s best to have some sort of catering organised. Otherwise, your guests will be hungry and will be more engaged in the event. 
7. Create engaging content - Make sure your conference content is engaging and relevant to your attendees. Don’t prolong the event, and consider using interactive tools, to enhance the conference experience.