Well-known as Scotland’s cultural hub, Glasgow is an exciting city for a night out. If you’re looking to host a private party in the city, then you’ve come to the right place. The function rooms Glasgow has in store are perfect not only for an epic bash, but also all kinds of corporate events! Just check out the listings and find a venue that fits your purpose. Our team has put together a list of the best private function rooms Glasgow has to offer - from the City Centre, along the River Clyde and up to the M8 motorway.
The cost of function rooms in Glasgow averages around £39 per person. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Glasgow, based on Tagvenue data from September 2025:
From £30 | to £45 | per person |
From £235 | to £500 | hire fee per day |
From £20 | to £51 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2025), the best options include:
Courtyard at Arta
in Glasgow City Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘A simply stunning venue which makes you forget you’re in Glasgow City Centre!’
Drawing Room at Glasgow University Union
in West End - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Wonderful venue staff very helpful Thank you for making a special occasion so memorable...’
Billiard Room at Mackintosh at the Willow
in Glasgow City Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Amazing venue, supportive staff...’
You'll find function rooms 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 Glasgow, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2025):
Small function rooms | up to 30 guests | prices average £34 hire fee per hour |
Medium function rooms | between 55 and 80 guests | prices average £250 hire fee per day |
Large function rooms | over 120 guests | prices average £600 hire fee per day |
Function rooms are a great choice: they are versatile and suitable for basically any event. However, we understand that can make it even more difficult to figure out which one is the best fit! But don’t worry, there are a few tricks to ensure you’re making the right decision:
If you keep all of these things in mind, we’re sure you’ll find the perfect function space in no time at all! Good luck!
Most of the venues you’ll find in Glasgow are restaurants, pubs and bars with function rooms. What’s great about these places is that you can have your private party and then keep the party going in the pub later on. Karaoke, anyone? There are plenty of options available in Glasgow to suit a whole range of tastes, including plush lounges with funky decor to more urban locales with graffiti and street art.
Hotel function rooms are also popular in Glasgow, and are generally to be found in the city centre or along the River Clyde. These venues are generally more traditionally decorated and are well suited for dinner parties and other formal private functions.
You’ll find most of Glasgow’s function rooms in and around the city centre. Mitchell Street, which becomes West Nile Street, and nearby Renfield Street are prime locations from which to start your search. You can also expand your hunt to the restaurants, pubs and bars in the south-east, and the bustling Merchant City district.
In Hillhead, near the Glasgow Botanic Gardens, which forms part of the city’s West End, you’ll find a selection of bars and restaurants with private function rooms. They generally tend to be clustered in and around Byres Road.
If you find yourself on the opposite side of the River Clyde in Glasgow’s Southside, you will discover a handful of venues offering private function rooms. Eglinton Street, Nelson Street and Norfolk Street are also good places to start your search.