Minimum Spend Venues for Hire in Edinburgh

Booking costs 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:

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

• The Other Room at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar in Old Town - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘We booked an external caterer, magician and DJ and the venue was perfect for 30 of us.’

• Combined Fettercairn & Jura at The Scotsman Hotel in Old Town - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Amazing service, amazing venue, private loos and bar, private outside space.’

• Devil's Cut at Angel's Share Hotel in New Town - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘The bar staff were friendly and efficient and we were allowed show arounds at late notice.’

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 (September 2026):

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 & West (Joint) 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: Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh is flexible and ready to rock any event. We can configure our furniture around your needs, including the option to remove all furniture to allow for easy networking and socializing.

Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for minimum spend venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Smaller minimum spend venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• The Gallery at Le Monde Hotel, rated 4.6/5 - event space for 50 guests
  Our user said: ‘Excellent location for a party of 15-20 people, had loads of space...’

• Club Prive at The Roseate Edinburgh, rated 4.7/5 - function room for 50 guests
  Our user said: ‘The venue itself was gorgeous and we felt so lucky to feel like we had the whole place to ourselves.’

• Private Bar at Everyman Edinburgh, rated 4.6/5 - bar for 50 guests
  Our user said: ‘The space suited our purposes really well. The food was nice, the drinks were excellent.’

Cheap minimum spend venues in Edinburgh start from £75 hire fee per event or £40 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• Mezzanine at Little Picardy, from £75 hire fee per event (up to 40 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Jenni and the team did a great job of looking after us during our booking.’

• 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.’

• The Terrace at Courtyard by Marriott Edinburgh, from £14 per person (up to 50 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Food, service and booking process with Jennifer has been more than great.’

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.