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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
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120 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!” -
![Private Bar at Everyman Edinburgh in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £300
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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.” -
![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, Edinburgh
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SSam K.
“Barman was fantastic. Venue was superb.” -
![Champagne Bar (Private) at Le Monde Hotel in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £500
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70 guestsLe Monde HotelNew Town, Edinburgh
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CCharlotte K.
“Friendly bar staff and lovely private area to host my 30th.” -
![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!” -
![Bar at Malmaison Edinburgh City in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £49
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50 guestsMalmaison Edinburgh CityNew Town, EdinburghKKelvin 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
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65 guestsHanover Tap, EdinburghNew Town, Edinburgh
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GGregory P.
“No issues with the venue at all, great staff, decent buffet food and private bar area was brilliant.” -
![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, -
![Dumbo Cocktail Bar at Manahatta Edinburgh in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £565
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityDumbo Cocktail Bar
250 guestsManahatta EdinburghNew Town, EdinburghThe full downstairs can seat up to 80 guests and can stand up to 250 guests, with access to your very own private Cocktail Bar that can be staffed for every event. -
![Entire Venue at All Bar One George St Edinburgh in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £2000
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400 guestsAll Bar One George St EdinburghNew Town, EdinburghThis space features a bar, lounge-like sofas, air conditioning, a sound system, and a private dining room. -
![Forth Floor Bar at Harvey Nichols Edinburgh, Forth Floor in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £800
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityForth Floor Bar
60 guestsHarvey Nichols Edinburgh, Forth FloorNew Town, EdinburghSituated on the top floor of Harvey Nichols Edinburgh and synonymous with all that is fashionable and creative, the Forth Floor includes a private dining room, open-plan brasserie, cocktail bar, and outdoor terrace, all of -
![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, EdinburghOur venues combine the best elements of entertainment, delicious food, epic cocktails, and exceptional hospitality, making it the perfect destination for a memorable celebration.
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Throw a Jolly Christmas Party at One of New Town’s Best Bars
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“I couldn’t recommend this venue enough - thank you so much again!”
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“The bar staff were incredibly helpful and the party could not have been better.”
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“Great space for a party, in a great location! Really good communication in the lead up to the party.”
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“The bar staff were so great and we all had a lovely evening at our engagement party.”
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“Swift, informative booking experience. Excellent staff, good food.”
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“Very friendly staff and very nice room set up”
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“Perfect venue for a function”
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“Great venue, staff were super helpful and accommodating.”
FAQs about Top Private Bars in New Town
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 April 2026:
| From £500 | to £3500 | minimum spend per event |
| From £35 | to £55 | per person |
| From £150 | to £615 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated April 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.’ -
Private Bar at Everyman Edinburgh in New Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The space suited our purposes really well. The food was nice, the drinks were excellent.’ -
Devil's Cut at Angel's Share Hotel in New Town - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Venue was great, exactly what we were looking for.’
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 (April 2026):
| Small | up to 35 guests | prices average £45 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 60 and 80 guests | prices average £800 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 105 guests | prices average £3500 minimum spend per event |
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