Drinks Reception Venues for Hire in Edinburgh

Booking costs of drinks reception venues average £565 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:

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

• Dumbo Cocktail Bar at Manahatta Edinburgh in New Town - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘Thank you very much f9r your hospitability Manhatta!! We will definitely see you again for a cocktail soon!’

• Entire Venue at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar in Old Town - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘From start to finish they were so accommodating. Great venue. Great location. Excellent choice of drinks.’

• The Roseate Garden at The Roseate Edinburgh in Haymarket - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘The BBQ was fantastic, very well organised, with an efficient system for drinks and food tickets.’

You'll find drinks reception 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 (October 2026):

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

• Whole Venue at Elio's on 38A George Street Elio's - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: A True Edinburgh Classic" Elio’s (formerly known as Madogs) is an established cocktail bar in the heart of Edinburgh and has been a significant part of cocktails in the Scottish capital for a number of decades.
• 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!’
• Entire Venue at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar on 52 West Port - 0.3 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘From start to finish they were so accommodating. Great venue. Great location. Excellent choice of drinks.’

Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for drinks reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Smaller drinks reception venues usually fit up to 45 guests standing. Here are some great options in Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• Club Prive Conservatory at The Roseate Edinburgh, rated 4.7/5 - dining room for 15 guests
  Venue said: Club Prive Conservatory is the smallest of our private rooms. Available for private sit-down meals for up to 10 guests, standing drinks reception for up to 15 guests, and boardroom meetings for up to 8 guests.

• The Vault at Lady Libertine - function room for 40 guests
  Venue said: A semi private space within Lady Libertine’s Basement Bar, historic original vault that has character with energy complete with its own private bar.

• Lobby Bar at Heeton Concept Aparthotel Queen Street - bar for 40 guests
  Our user said: ‘The space is lovely for a small party. The staff were excellent and were so accommodating on the night.’

Cheap drinks reception venues in Edinburgh start from £10 per person or £100 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• Jig Room at Granary, from £14 per person (up to 80 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Great room in a prime location, staff were very supportive prior and at the event.’

• Whole Venue at Elio's, from £100 hire fee per day (up to 130 guests standing)
  Venue said: A True Edinburgh Classic" Elio’s (formerly known as Madogs) is an established cocktail bar in the heart of Edinburgh and has been a significant part of cocktails in the Scottish capital for a number of decades.

• The Tasting Cellar at Cask and Vine, from £40 hire fee per hour (up to 12 guests seated)
  Our user said: ‘The staff could not have been more supportive for the event I put on there on an extremely busy weekend.’

Edinburgh has several venues that can accommodate large receptions. For example, The Place Hotel in Old Town, a 4-star hotel, offers a spacious event space for up to 400 standing guests. Another option is Brewhemia on Market Street, a large restaurant with a function room that can hold up to 800 standing guests.

There are several venues in Edinburgh that allow external vendors. Check out spots like the Dragonfly Cocktail Bar in Old Town and Ps & Gs Church near Calton Hill. They offer a BYO option without buyout fees. However, it's always best to check with the venue beforehand to ensure they allow external catering and to discuss any specific requirements or restrictions that may apply.