Minimum Spend Venues for Hire in Edinburgh

Minimum Spend Venues for Hire in Edinburgh

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Top Minimum Spend Venues in Edinburgh

Hunting for venues with no hire fees in Edinburgh? You’ve come to the right place! Where to find your spot? Begin in The Old Town down below. The winding lanes around Cowgate and the Charles Stewart House have many pubs and bars that offer minimum spend options for whole venue or private function rooms. The nearby Scotsman Hotel here even offers some function rooms with minimum spend. Widening your search to The New Town you can find many more options along George and Frederick Sts, including some funky lounges and garden-themed bars. While minimum spend venues are a great way to score an essentially free venue, you do need to make sure you understand all the terms and conditions before you book. Check that food and drink are covered by the minimum spend and warn your guests ahead of the date. Most importantly, ensure that there are enough guests planning to attend to make reaching the minimum spend an easily achievable task. Find your spot today!

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156 Minimum Spend Venues in Edinburgh

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Book Small Minimum Spend Venues in Edinburgh

Jamaica Yard
from £1500
minimum spend / per evening
Jamaica Yard
60
Jamaica Yard
(8)
New Town, Edinburgh
Coworking Space
Whole venue
Exclusive use of Edinburgh's best underground venue. Whether you're planning a private gathering or an event open to the public, our space is available for private hire on evenings and weekends.
Suite 4
from £300
hire fee / per day
Suite 4
60
50
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
(1)
Haymarket, Edinburgh
Meeting Room in a Hotel
Private space
Suite 4 is our largest meeting room, ideal for medium-sized events. Its spacious layout provides the perfect environment for conferences, seminars, and team gatherings.
The Terrace
from £14
per person / per evening
The Terrace
30
50
Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh
(20)
New Town, Edinburgh
Terrace at a Hotel
Private space
A
Andres A.
“Food, service and booking process with Jennifer has been more than great.”
Juniper Bar
from £1500
hire fee / per session
Juniper Bar
60
Hotel Indigo Edinburgh - Princes Street
(4)
New Town, Edinburgh
Event Space in a Hotel
Shared space
Our private space for hire, The Library, offers personalised service and a flexible space perfect for birthdays, corporate events, and special celebrations.
Restaurant
from £15
per person / per session
Restaurant
60
50
The Salisbury Arms, Edinburgh
(4)
Edinburgh
Event Space in a Pub
Semi-private area
Please be aware the spaces within the pub will not be as shown in the current photos & capacities may vary. The Salisbury Arms is a beautiful pub, bar, & restaurant located in Edinburgh's south side, just outside the city
Mezzanine Area Semi Private
from £25
per person / per day
Mezzanine Area Semi Private
40
60
Tolbooth Tavern
Old Town, Edinburgh
Event Space in a Pub
Semi-private area
The mezzanine area at the Tolbooth Tavern offers an ideal setting for semi-private dining, accommodating up to 40 guests comfortably. This space is perfect for various occasions, such as intimate gatherings, business meetings,
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Find Affordable Minimum Spend Venues in Edinburgh

Jig Room
from £600
minimum spend / per session
Jig Room
60
80
Granary
Leith, Edinburgh
Function Room in a Restaurant
Private space
Our Jig Room is available to be privately hired for any personal or corporate event. The room is complete with in-house AV facilities, a large projector, a private bar, and natural lighting with views across the Shore.
Whole Venue
from £15
per person / per session
Whole Venue
15
18
Hungry Wolf
Leith, Edinburgh
Restaurant
Whole venue
Hungry Wolf in Edinburgh is a cozy and intimate spot that’s perfect for small events. It can hold up to 18 people, making it ideal for gatherings like birthdays, small parties, or casual meetups with friends.
The Mezzanine
from £50
hire fee / per afternoon
The Mezzanine
70
Frankenstein's Edinburgh
(3)
Old Town, Edinburgh
Event Space in a Pub
Semi-private area
Our Balcony overlooking our famous Main Bar is perfect for smaller groups. You can keep the group together, while also soaking in the atmosphere of the bar – and you might also get a first glimpse of our famous monster!
Back Room
from £150
minimum spend / per session
Back Room
22
25
Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh
(3)
New Town, Edinburgh
Event Space in a Restaurant
Private space
Located in the heart of the city center, the Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh is the ideal place for your private or corporate events. Our professional and experienced staff is on hand to make your next event memorable and provide
Suite 5
from £175
hire fee / per day
Suite 5
20
20
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
(1)
Haymarket, Edinburgh
Meeting Room in a Hotel
Private space
Suite 5 offers a versatile and comfortable space for meetings and events. Perfect for a range of occasions, from corporate meetings to workshops, this room is designed to meet all your professional needs.
Gifford Suite
from £220
minimum spend / per day
Gifford Suite
90
100
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Murrayfield
Edinburgh
Hall in a Hotel
Private space
The Gifford Suite is one of three sections of The Adam Suite when divided into smaller event spaces. These versatile rooms are ideal for meetings, training sessions, workshops, and larger events that require breakout areas
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Browse Popular Bars with Minimum Spend Offers

Whole Space
from £150
hire fee / per afternoon
Whole Space
45
120
Little Picardy
(3)
New Town, Edinburgh
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Bar
Whole venue
A
Alex K.
“We also decorated the bar with our own decorations.”
Champagne Bar (Semi Private)
from £100
hire fee / per morning
Champagne Bar (Semi Private)
30
50
Le Monde Hotel
(30)
New Town, Edinburgh
Bar in a Hotel
Semi-private area
B
Beth C.
“Bar staff on the night were very good and really nice. Had the best night.”
Private Bar
from £300
minimum spend / per evening
Private Bar
50
Everyman Edinburgh
(4)
New Town, Edinburgh
Bar in a Cinema
Private space
L
Lucy D.
“A big thank you to them! In terms of the venue itself, it was easy to hang a few decorations.”
Lind & Lime Gin Distillery
from £600
hire fee / per session
Lind & Lime Gin Distillery
60
140
Lind & Lime Gin Distillery
(2)
Leith, Edinburgh
Bar in a Winery / Brewery
Whole venue
It features a beautiful bespoke bar of course, and high seating with upcycled tables. It is fully modular and can be arranged to meet a number of needs.
Entire Venue
from £1500
minimum spend / per day
Entire Venue
31
50
Vessel
(1)
New Town, Edinburgh
Dining Room in a Bar
Whole venue
Vessel accommodates up to 50 people. It's a bar perfect for catching up with friends, hosting a birthday party, or going out with your coworkers.
Conservatory
from £30
hire fee / per session
Conservatory
65
100
Tanners
Edinburgh
Event Space in a Bar
Private space
For the past 30 years, this privately owned bar and restaurant has been a beloved local spot, offering a warm and friendly atmosphere that will make you feel right at home.
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Edinburgh’s Finest Restaurants for Minimum Spend Events

Entire Venue
from £300
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
87
140
The Pakora Bar
Old Town, Edinburgh
Restaurant
Whole venue
We are a friendly, colorful, independent restaurant and bar on Hollyrood Road in Edinburgh’s Old Town. We offer lunch & Dinner, Cocktails, and Chai Indian street food with a Scottish twist.
Whole Venue
from £7000
minimum spend / per session
Whole Venue
134
200
Gaucho Edinburgh
(1)
New Town, Edinburgh
Restaurant
Whole venue
Gaucho Edinburgh can be hired as a whole. It has a maximum capacity of 120 seated in the main restaurant area, plus space for an additional 14 guests in our private dining room.
Main Restaurant Area
from £25
per person / per session
Main Restaurant Area
140
200
Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh
(3)
New Town, Edinburgh
Restaurant
Semi-private area
From the moment your guests enter the venue, your party will be in capable hands. Main Restaurant Area can accommodate up to 150 guests seated or 200 standing, which makes it a perfect place for any kind or size of event.
Tellers' Room
from £1500
minimum spend / per afternoon
Tellers' Room
48
60
Hawksmoor Edinburgh
(3)
New Town, Edinburgh
Event Space in a Restaurant
Private space
The Tellers’ Room is private, while looking into the restaurant, and is perfect for hosting friends and family feasts. The space is also suitable for hosting events such as wine tastings, expertly crafted cocktails, and canapes.
Boudoir
from £30
per person / per session
Boudoir
40
80
Brewhemia
(21)
Old Town, Edinburgh
Event Space in a Restaurant
Private space
L
Lawrie G.
“Everyone had the best night ever and massive amounts of 10/10’s for the venue! Couldn’t ask for more.”
No. 35 at The Bonham
from £500
hire fee / per session
No. 35 at The Bonham
70
80
The Bonham Hotel
(20)
West End, Edinburgh
Restaurant in a Hotel
Semi-private area
Large bookings can be accommodated in a semi private area of the restaurant. For private events & weddings, we have the stunning The Dean Suite & Library available for exclusive use every day of the year.
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Search Hotels with Minimum Spend Options

Suite 1
from £195
hire fee / per day
Suite 1
35
30
Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket
(1)
Haymarket, Edinburgh
Meeting Room in a Hotel
Private space
Meeting Room 1 at Leonardo Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket is designed to provide everything you need for a productive meeting. The room comes equipped with Wi-Fi, AV equipment including an LCD projector and white screen, as well
The Lounge
from £100
hire fee / per morning
The Lounge
30
40
Le Monde Hotel
(30)
New Town, Edinburgh
Lounge in a Hotel
Private space
Welcome to Le Monde Hotel. Enter our doors on Edinburgh’s iconic George Street and find yourself transported to a world of relaxed global glamour where anything is possible.
Liberté Café-Bar & Brasserie
from £1400
minimum spend / per session
Liberté Café-Bar & Brasserie
140
200
Liberté Café, Bar & Brasserie
(1)
New Town, Edinburgh
Restaurant in a Hotel
Private space
Liberté Café - Bar & Brasserie, located in the historic Apex Waterloo Place Hotel at 23-27 Waterloo Place in Edinburgh, offers a European-inspired menu crafted with the finest Scottish ingredients.
Great Scots Hall
from £750
hire fee / per session
Great Scots Hall
100
100
Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City
(14)
Old Town, Edinburgh
Hall in a Hotel
Private space
The Radisson Blu Hotel, Edinburgh City Centre is located in the heart of the historic Royal Mile in Edinburgh's old town, just a short walk to major city center attractions.
Brasserie
from £65
per person / per session
Brasserie
80
80
The Glasshouse
(13)
Broughton, Edinburgh
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Hotel
Private space
Experience the essence of contemporary Scottish cuisine at The Glasshouse Hotel, where our expert chefs craft an evolving menu using the finest seasonal local produce, showcasing Scotland's natural bounty.
Twenty Princess Restaurant
from £40
per person / per session
Twenty Princess Restaurant
100
100
Hotel Indigo Edinburgh - Princes Street
(4)
New Town, Edinburgh
Restaurant in a Hotel
Private space
Our hotel and each individual guest room has been tastefully decorated in homage to our city’s literary roots with cosy armchairs and hints of welcoming colour, all complemented by stunning views across the city.
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Minimum Spend Venues for Hire in Edinburgh

FAQs about Top Minimum Spend Venues in Edinburgh

In Edinburgh, prices of minimum spend venues average £500 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 from November 2025:

Prices of minimum spend venues in Edinburgh
From £300 to £1500 minimum spend per event
From £20 to £40 per person
From £100 to £500 hire fee per event

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

You'll find minimum spend 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 (November 2025):

Small minimum spend venues up to 50 guests prices average £300 minimum spend per event
Medium minimum spend venues between 65 and 100 guests prices average £180 hire fee per event
Large minimum spend venues over 110 guests prices average £900 minimum spend per event

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

  • The Other Room at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar on 52 West Port - 0.3 mi from centre.
    Our user said: ‘We booked an external caterer, magician and DJ and the venue was perfect for 30 of us.’
  • Welcome East & Welcome West at The Royal Society of Edinburgh on 22-26 George Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
    Venue said: Wellcome East also features a large dedicated servery, making it the perfect catering or drinks reception area when hosting in both rooms.
  • Whole Venue at Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh on 20 George Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
    Venue said: Located in the heart of the city center, the Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh is the ideal place for your private or corporate events. Our professional and experienced staff is on hand to make your next event memorable and provide...

When you book a minimum spend venue, you don’t need to pay a fee for use of the space. You simply agree with the venue that you and your guests will spend an agreed-upon amount on food and drink during the event. If you do not reach that total by the end of the event, you must pay off the remainder. This is a great option for anyone looking to throw a memorable event without breaking the bank.

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Verified Reviews of Minimum Spend Venues in Edinburgh

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Martyna K.
Verified review
Booked The Other Room at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar
4.8
The Dragonfly staff were absolutely amazing. We were able to come into the venue earlier on in the day to decorate and were able to leave the cake at the venue ahead of time. The function room was fantastic and provided enough space for everyone as well as having plenty room for a boogie. The room is very nicely decorated and being able to connect to the speakers cua Spotify meant we could play what we wanted all night. There isn’t one thing that I can fault and had an amazing experience overall!
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Matilda B.
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Booked Miami Room at The Cocktail Mafia
5.0
Amazing staff, great to be able to control the music, yummy drinks and a cozy warm venue room - 10/10