Skip the sofa circles and awkward Ubers; Essex party apartments make private celebrations way more fun. You’ll find rooftop terraces in Brentwood, sleek lounges in Basildon, and big open-plan spots where the energy can flow. Bring your own food, your own tunes, and your own crowd. If you’re planning a birthday in Chelmsford or a surprise do in Colchester, you’ll find stylish spots with nice decor, chill corners, and room to dance. Tagvenue’s listings include photos, layouts, and price filters, so finding your match feels less like a chore and more like pre-party hype. Browse and book one today.
Booking costs of party apartments average £38 per person. 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 Essex, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £25 | to £39 | per person |
| From £250 | to £1200 | hire fee per day |
| From £250 | to £2400 | minimum spend per event |
You'll find party apartments 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 Essex, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £250 hire fee per day |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £200 hire fee per event |
| Large | over 140 guests | prices average £1400 hire fee per day |
Smaller party apartments usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in Essex, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Parndon at Harlow Hotel by Accor, rated 4.9/5 - boardroom for 6 guests
Venue said: The Parndon meeting room is one of our smaller boardrooms that can hold a maximum of 6. This room comes with a screen, stationary, complimentary WiFi, ClickShare and offers natural daylight & AC.
The Boardroom at Holiday Inn Southend by IHG - dining room for 10 guests
Venue said: What sets it apart: Panoramic airport and runway views give the room a distinctive outlook from its top-floor position.
Ramsden at Holiday Inn Basildon - boardroom for 30 guests
Venue said: What guests say: The hotel provides a relaxed setting with a contemporary bar area and pleasant outdoor spaces overlooking the garden and lake.
Cheap party apartments in Essex start from £15 per person or £190 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Garden Room at The Thurrock Hotel, from £18 per person
(up to 200 guests standing)
Venue said: Unique room on the ground floor with its own bar area, dance floor, and natural daylight. Patio doors open onto a well kept patio and lawned garden.
Oak Suite at Holiday Inn London Brentwood, from £190 hire fee per day
(up to 25 guests seated)
Venue said: Situated within the Academy Conference Centre near all the other rooms, the Oak can be booked as either a main meeting room or as a breakout room to support the other larger suites.
First Floor at Slug and Lettuce Chelmsford, from £200 minimum spend per event
(up to 125 guests standing)
Venue said: Slug and Lettuce Chelmsford is a friendly town centre bar overlooking the river, right in the heart of Essex. The Slug & Lettuce Chelmsford offers fantastic quality and service, as well as competitive prices all day everyday.
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