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Top Private Bars in Central London
Are you looking for private bars in Central London? Explore hidden gems in stately Westminster, bustling Covent Garden, or trendy Soho. We know that finding the perfect venue is critical wherever you are planning your gathering. Central London caters to your needs with its diverse selection of bars, restaurants, and clubs. Prepare to discover exclusive spaces for your event with our curated listings. Start your search now on our platform! Your private affair in Central London is just a click away!
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![The Boudoir Bar at Bar Soho in Soho, Central London]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Boudoir Bar
100 guestsBar SohoLeicester Square StationSoho, Central London
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MMichael P.
“Private Bar, our own sound system, away from the public and just a great space. I'd highly recommend it” -
![Backstage at Eastcheap Records in Tower Hill, Central London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityBackstage
150 guestsEastcheap RecordsBank StationTower Hill, Central LondonBBeatrice R.
“Amazing room, private bar had a range of really nice drinks and cocktails everything you could wish for.” -
![The Den at TBC in Central London]()
from £250
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Den
60 guestsTBCOld Street StationCentral LondonLLara M.
“We had a private bar, and curtains as well as a security just for us. The security was very friendly.” -
![Studio 61 at Sway in Holborn, Central London]()
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityStudio 61
70 guestsSwayHolborn StationHolborn, Central LondonSSam
“I used Sway last week for my 25th birthday party, and hired their Hide Room for the evening.” -
![Shanghai Private Events Space at 68 & Shanghai in Central London]()
from £10
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityShanghai Private Events Space
30 guests68 & ShanghaiAldgate East StationCentral London
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MMoly
“Private bathroom, private bar area, cocktails were brilliant. All guests had a lovely time” -
![The Club at Core in Bank, Central London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Club
180 guestsCoreMansion House StationBank, Central LondonJJoe V.
“Held my 30th birthday here for over 100 people in the Cocktail Lounge and the Club Room.” -
![The Clubhouse at The Coach Makers Arms Pub Marylebone in Marylebone, Central London]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityThe Clubhouse
50 guestsThe Coach Makers Arms Pub MaryleboneBond Street StationMarylebone, Central LondonPPerfect P.
“Super bar staff who will do anything for you and your guests. Lovely intimate venue perfect for a party of 30.” -
![1st Floor at The Elgin in Maida Vale, Central London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availability1st Floor
100 guestsThe ElginMaida Vale StationMaida Vale, Central LondonHHenry
“Having a birthday there with your own private bar was brilliant.” -
![Full Venue Hire at The Lucky Pig Cocktail Bar in Fitzrovia, Central London]()
from £1000
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120 guestsThe Lucky Pig Cocktail BarGreat Portland Street StationFitzrovia, Central London
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RRob I.
“The whole event was a success, everyone made to feel at home, bar service and cocktails 10/10.” -
![Soda Room at The Botanist Broadgate Circle in City of London, Central London]()
from £1500
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilitySoda Room
150 guestsThe Botanist Broadgate CircleLiverpool Street StationCity of London, Central LondonPPrina P.
“The team were amazing from the manager at the door to the barmen - everyone was so friendly and accomodating!” -
![Hide at Sway in Holborn, Central London]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityHide
100 guestsSwayHolborn StationHolborn, Central LondonBBing Y.
“Amazing venue, bartenders and managers were extremely helpful.” -
![The Secret Drawing Room at Benugo @ The BFI Southbank in Waterloo, Central London]()
from £1100
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Secret Drawing Room
40 guestsBenugo @ The BFI SouthbankWaterloo StationWaterloo, Central LondonLLevi N.
“Great space. Unique and private. Able to play our own music. Included bartender to staff the bar.”
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“Fantastic venue, friendly staff and a decent minimum spend!”
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“The perfect space for 26 people. It was great to have our own bar and be right next to the toilets.”
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“Great location lovely venue, ideal for holding an event”
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“Cocktails and food were fantastic, the staff was great too!”
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“Excellent communication from Marta. Great space, gracious hosting, and good pricing”
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“Will deffo book again for my next birthday xx”
Find Affordable Bars for Events in Central London
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“Amazing value for money! London high class quality food at provincial prices!”
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“The wine and beer selection provided was good and costs were very reasonable.”
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“Overall the minimum price for hire is extrenely reasonable, especially in central London.”
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“The venue had the perfect size for our small gathering.”
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“Venue, cocktails, music, happy hour, prices”
Throw a Jolly Christmas Party at One of Central London’s Best Bars
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“Thanks so much to Lily and the rest of the Bubba team for a wonderful christmas party! We had the best time.”
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“Hired for ab30th Birthday Party! Lovely venue and lovely staff, highly recommend”
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“Top communication and a wonderful bar space, where you can also play your own music too.”
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“The venue was very clean, well kept and bar staff are attentive and friendly.”
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“We hired the Gold Room for my wife's Birthday with twenty friends - such a fantastic evening!”
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“Clean toilets, good sound system and handy room in the back to keep gifts and boxes and coats etc.”
Throw an Unforgettable Party at One of These Bars
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“Great private space for an intimate party. The staff were fantastic from booking to end.”
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“I had my 30th birthday party in the Basement Bar at Coin Laundry. It was excellent and I highly recommend!”
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“I used this venue for my 25th Birthday Party and it's safe to say that it was nothing short of spectacular.”
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“Fab venue, staff were friendly, helpful and on point for our private party.”
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“Easy communication, open to ideas regarding the private party hire.”
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“Had a surprise party for my sisters 30th birthday at this venue.”
Explore Central London’s Buzzing Bars for Birthday Parties
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“I had my 40th birthday party here and it was the venue helped create a great atmosphere.”
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“Amazing venue! I hired a space for my 30th birthday party and it couldn't have been more perfect.”
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“Used the venue for a 50th birthday party and it was perfect.”
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“Great venue, attentive staff - held my 26th birthday party there and it was a great night.”
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“The private bar was great as well, and the location in Kings Cross is superb!”
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“The cocktail lounge was the perfect spot for my birthday party.”
FAQs about Top Private Bars in Central London
Booking costs of private bars average £1000 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 Central London, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:
| From £500 | to £2250 | minimum spend per event |
| From £175 | to £350 | hire fee per event |
| From £20 | to £55 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:
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The Boudoir Bar at Bar Soho in Soho - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Private Bar, our own sound system, away from the public and just a great space.’ -
Backstage at Eastcheap Records in Tower Hill - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘A massive thank you to eastcheap records! Bar staff, management and bouncers were so friendly and helpful.’ -
Shanghai Private Events Space at 68 & Shanghai in Spitalfields - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Private bathroom, private bar area, cocktails were brilliant.’
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 Central London, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £600 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 90 and 120 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 125 guests | prices average £2000 minimum spend per event |
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