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Top Bar Venues in Belfast
Craving a night out with no randoms and all the craic? Private bars in Belfast bring the style you’re seeking. From candlelit hideaways in the Cathedral Quarter to cocktail spots near City Hall, these spaces are made for celebrating properly. Planning a birthday bash, engagement, or a night out with less small talk and more spark? Around Botanic Avenue and Ormeau Road, you'll find rooms where the tunes hit just right, and there's not a stranger in sight. Big laughs, loud cheers and total privacy. Now that’s a Belfast night out done right.
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![The Bird Cage at Tipsy Bird in Belfast]()
from £1150
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Bird Cage
150 guestsTipsy BirdBelfastA stunning top floor private bar that comes with all the things that makes The Tipsy Bird the best in Belfast. Suitable for parties up to 150 guests. -
![The Main Bar at Tipsy Bird in Belfast]()
from £2200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Main Bar
300 guestsTipsy BirdBelfastA full Tipsy Takeover is the perfect option for larger parties from 150 – 350 guests! Bespoke packages, custom cocktails and stunning bars await... -
![Entire Venue at Gnostic Bar & Kitchen in Belfast]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
70 guestsGnostic Bar & KitchenBelfastThe venue includes an in-house kitchen and bar serving small plates, steaks and cocktails, with tables set for plated, waiter-served dining. Accessible toilets are provided on site. -
![Private Room at Gnostic Bar & Kitchen in Belfast]()
from £1000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Room
34 guestsGnostic Bar & KitchenBelfastCocktail-led receptions, private dining around shared small plates, and off-site events that require a mobile bar. Belfast City Quays sits beside the River Lagan; the area provides riverside walkways and a cluster of bars -
![No.4 Bar at Hilton Belfast in Belfast]()
from £2500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityNo.4 Bar
250 guestsHilton BelfastBelfastNo.4 Bar is a bar area within Hilton Belfast. Its defined layout gives groups a dedicated section of a contemporary hotel bar. Design: No.4 Bar has a contemporary, polished look shaped by dark framing, reflective glass and -
![The Diggers at McEnaney's in Belfast]()
from £7
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Diggers
120 guestsMcEnaney'sBelfastDiggers is the big room upstairs. It holds about 120 people, so there’s loads of space for a party. We’ve done everything here – birthdays, weddings, wakes, you name it. -
![Havana Bar & Mezzanine at Revolución de Cuba Belfast in Belfast City Centre]()
from £500
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityHavana Bar & Mezzanine
200 guestsRevolución de Cuba BelfastBelfast City CentreHire the upstairs floor at Revolucion de Cuba Belfast for up to 200 guests. The Mezzanine is an event space within the main venue, ideal for networking, team celebrations, finger food affairs, Christmas parties and 'just -
![MAL 1 at Malmaison Belfast in Belfast City Centre]()
from £25
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMAL 1
45 guestsMalmaison BelfastBelfast City CentreMAL 1 is our big dining room with a flexible layout for a maximum of 45 guests. We host formal business meetings, as well as wedding receptions, classic parties, cocktail masterclasses, and afternoon tea events. -
![Entire Venue at Revolución de Cuba Belfast in Belfast City Centre]()
from £4000
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityEntire Venue
700 guestsRevolución de Cuba BelfastBelfast City CentreHire the full venue exclusively at Revolución de Cuba Belfast for up to 700 guests. Whether it's a company event, birthday party or Christmas celebration, we've got you covered with a range of food, drink and entertainment -
![Entire Venue at Rayles Diners in Belfast]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
70 guestsRayles DinersBelfastThe full restaurant is available for private hire, giving you exclusive use of the space for your event. Whether it’s a family celebration, party, or corporate gathering, the venue offers a warm atmosphere, authentic food, -
![Olympic Suite at Clayton Hotel Belfast in Belfast]()
from £400
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityOlympic Suite
475 guestsClayton Hotel BelfastBelfastPPaweł S.
“Stuff was absolutely brill and helpful, contact with venue manager also very professional” -
![Upstairs Hall at Mizo Express in Belfast City Centre]()
from £17
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs Hall
80 guestsMizo ExpressBelfast City CentreThe upstairs hall features wooden tables with bright yellow chairs and bench seating along one wall. The space includes a large front window that brings in natural light and street views.
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Booking costs of private bars average £100 hire fee per hour. 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 Belfast, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £100 | to £120 | hire fee per hour |
| From £17 | to £32 | per person |
| From £1150 | to £2200 | minimum spend per event |
You'll find private bars 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 Belfast, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 25 guests | prices average £150 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 45 and 70 guests | prices average £120 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 70 guests | prices average £2200 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Belfast, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Karaoke Room at King Pins - Castle Lane, Belfast
on Castle Lane - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Located in the heart of Belfast City Centre, our latest venue brings all the King Pins energy to Northern Ireland for the first time bowling, games, huge arcade, and unbeatable food, all under one roof. -
Havana Bar & Mezzanine at Revolución de Cuba Belfast
on 25-39 Arthur Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Revolución de Cuba Belfast is a cocktail bar & restaurant, located in an Art Nouveau building in the city centre of Belfast. Our Havana bar & mezzanine or the entire venue are available for private event hire. -
Upstairs Hall at Mizo Express
on 19 Bridge Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Our upstairs space is available for private hire for a variety of events, including birthdays and anniversaries.
Smaller private bars usually fit up to 25 guests standing. Here are some great options in Belfast, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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Private Dining at Holohan's Pantry - dining room for 20 guests
Venue said: The private room seats up to sixteen. It’s tucked away, giving you a bit of peace and quiet — just right for small parties, work gatherings or marking a special occasion. -
MAL 3 at Malmaison Belfast - dining room for 15 guests
Venue said: MAL 3 is our smaller room for intimate events up to 15 guests. This space can be arranged for dining, meeting or a boardroom. The facilities include Wi-Fi, a TV, a sound system, other tech equipment, and high chairs for children. -
Meeting Room 2 at Clayton Hotel Belfast, rated 5/5 - boardroom for 20 guests
Venue said: The room features a sleek central table surrounded by cushioned chairs, bottled water and glasses at each place, and subtle décor including a stylish clock and branded signage.
Cheap private bars in Belfast start from £5 per person or £500 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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The Diggers at McEnaney's, from £7 per person (up to 120 guests standing)
Venue said: Diggers is the big room upstairs. It holds about 120 people, so there’s loads of space for a party. -
Havana Bar & Mezzanine at Revolución de Cuba Belfast, from £500 minimum spend per event (up to 200 guests standing)
Venue said: Revolución de Cuba Belfast is a cocktail bar & restaurant, located in an Art Nouveau building in the city centre of Belfast. Our Havana bar & mezzanine or the entire venue are available for private event hire. -
Meeting Room 1 at Clayton Hotel Belfast, from £50 hire fee per event (up to 4 guests seated)
Venue said: Our smallest meeting room is perfect for one-on-one meetings, interviews and solo-working. Enjoy city-centre views and refreshments of your choice.
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