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.
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 March 2026:
| From £100 | to £150 | hire fee per hour |
| From £22 | to £26 | per person |
| From £150 | to £175 | hire fee 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 (March 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 £150 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Belfast, available to book on Tagvenue:
Page last updated in March 2026
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