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Top Private Bars in New Town
Start the night somewhere that already knows how to host. Private bars in New Town include everything from low-lit cocktail lounges and stylish upstairs bars to intimate speakeasy-style spaces made for group celebrations and relaxed drinks events. With options near George Street, Queen Street, and across the wider area, New Town gives you plenty of choice when it comes to setting, size, and atmosphere. Whether you’re planning after-work drinks, a birthday, or a private party, these spaces combine character, good service, and the flexibility to make it all feel easy. Scroll below and secure your spot.
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![Whole Space at Little Picardy in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £150
hire fee / per afternoonCheck availabilityWhole Space
100 guestsLittle PicardyNew Town, Edinburgh
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AAlex K.
“On the night of the party the bar staff were very fast and let us play our own music as loud as we liked!” -
![Devil's Cut at Angel's Share Hotel in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £600
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityDevil's Cut
150 guestsAngel's Share HotelNew Town, EdinburghSSam K.
“Barman was fantastic. Venue was superb.” -
![Champagne Bar (Private) at Le Monde Hotel in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityChampagne Bar (Private)
70 guestsLe Monde HotelNew Town, Edinburgh
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CCharlotte K.
“Friendly bar staff and lovely private area to host my 30th.” -
![Private Bar at Everyman Edinburgh in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £300
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityPrivate Bar
50 guestsEveryman EdinburghNew Town, EdinburghLLucy D.
“A big thank you to them! In terms of the venue itself, it was easy to hang a few decorations.” -
![The Underground Bar at Royal Scots Club in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £450
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityThe Underground Bar
40 guestsRoyal Scots ClubNew Town, EdinburghRRebecca S.
“Would highly recommend for people looking for a private booking!” -
![Dumbo Cocktail Bar at Manahatta Edinburgh in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £565
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityDumbo Cocktail Bar
250 guestsManahatta EdinburghNew Town, EdinburghJJodie N.
“Thank you very much f9r your hospitability Manhatta!! We will definitely see you again for a cocktail soon!” -
![Bar at Malmaison Edinburgh City in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £49
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityBar
50 guestsMalmaison Edinburgh CityNew Town, Edinburgh
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KKelvin M.
“I liked the layout and the furniture. I liked the size of the venue. I liked the look of everything inside it.” -
![Wee Tap at Hanover Tap, Edinburgh in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWee Tap
65 guestsHanover Tap, EdinburghNew Town, EdinburghGGregory P.
“No issues with the venue at all, great staff, decent buffet food and private bar area was brilliant.” -
![Venue Hire at Boom Battle Bar Edinburgh in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £3500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityVenue Hire
100 guestsBoom Battle Bar EdinburghNew Town, EdinburghOpen standing areas and scattered seating support casual mingling. Features: A full-service bar serves beer, wine, cocktails and spirits alongside street-food options. -
![Full venue at Flight Club Edinburgh in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £8860
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull venue
250 guestsFlight Club EdinburghNew Town, EdinburghIt's an enchanting venue offering delectable cuisine, crafted cocktails, and just the right amount of friendly rivalry. Flight Club Edinburgh is your ultimate choice for corporate team-building events, leisurely weekend brunches, -
![The Basement Bar & Restaurant at Lady Libertine in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £3500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Basement Bar & Restaurant
200 guestsLady LibertineNew Town, EdinburghThe Basement Bar & Restaurant is the whole-venue bar at Lady Libertine and a polished cocktail bar defined by a layered, split-level layout and a prominent bottle-lined back-bar. -
![Mezzanine at Little Picardy in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £75
hire fee / per afternoonCheck availabilityMezzanine
40 guestsLittle PicardyNew Town, Edinburgh
#Supervenue
EElliott C.
“We would definitely hire this venue again if we were looking to host a small event.”
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Booking costs of private bars average £1500 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 New Town, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £500 | to £3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £30 | to £49 | per person |
| From £150 | to £500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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Whole Space at Little Picardy in New Town - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The bar being available solely to us all night was amazing, and all our guests had the best time.’ -
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.’ -
The Underground Bar at Royal Scots Club in New Town - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Food and drinks all lovely Service was good too. Venue was clean well organised.’
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 New Town, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £50 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 50 and 80 guests | prices average £650 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 90 guests | prices average £3420 minimum spend per event |
Smaller private bars usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in New Town, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Lobby Bar at Heeton Concept Aparthotel Queen Street - bar for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘The space is lovely for a small party. The staff were excellent and were so accommodating on the night.’ -
Private Dining Room at Manahatta Edinburgh, rated 5/5 - dining room for 10 guests
Venue said: The space sits next to accessible toilets and can be opened onto the main floorspace and dancefloor for a more energetic layout. Ideal for: Small groups seeking an intimate, seated dinner or a relaxed, social evening gathered... -
Private Wine Room at Gaucho Edinburgh, rated 4.6/5 - dining room for 14 guests
Our user said: ‘Swift, informative booking experience.’
Cheap private bars in New Town start from £100 hire fee per event or £100 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Champagne Bar (Private) at Le Monde Hotel, from £100 hire fee per event (up to 70 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The bar staff were incredibly helpful and the party could not have been better.’ -
Whole Venue at Elio's, from £100 hire fee per day (up to 130 guests standing)
Venue said: Elio’s is a stylish and versatile cocktail bar and live music venue located in the heart of the city, ideal for both private and corporate events. The space has successfully hosted a wide range of occasions, including birthday... -
Back Room at Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh, from £150 minimum spend per event (up to 25 guests standing)
Venue said: Back Room is a private event space in Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh offering an intimate, enclosed setting separated from the main dining area. Design: The room pairs dark wood panelling and low ceilings with amber-upholstered...
In New Town, private bars are most commonly booked for 30 to 60 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
| Party | Usually between £500 and £900. |
User who booked Ollie's at Ollie's Private Event Space for 65 guests
said: ‘The venue was great, the staff were friendly and helpful and I had an amazing night.’ |
| Private Dining | Usually between £450 and £900. |
User who booked Twenty Princess Restaurant at Hotel Indigo Edinburgh - Princes Street for 48 guests
said: ‘All the attendees loved the atmosphere and the view. Really, it couldn't have been better.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £500 and £1,000. |
User who booked Wee Tap at Hanover Tap, Edinburgh for 30 guests
said: ‘We were able to play our own music and the staff were very attentive. 10/10 would definitely book again!’ |
| Meeting | Usually between £200 and £500. |
User who booked The Library at Juniper at Hotel Indigo Edinburgh - Princes Street for 16 guests
said: ‘From the moment I enquired to the very last minute of our event, the service and friendliness was outstanding!’ |
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