There are seemingly endless options in Edinburgh when it comes to picking a pub for your event or party. Pubs are a very convenient place to host birthday parties, business meetings, and all sorts of other events that may come up. Many of the pubs in Edinburgh allow last-minute reservations for their function spaces, so you can reserve a place even if you don’t have a lot of time to plan ahead. If you have a function, meeting, or party that requires food and drinks, take a look at our list of the great pubs with function rooms you can book in Edinburgh.
Booking costs of pubs with function rooms average £40 per person. 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 Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £25 | to £45 | per person |
| From £200 | to £500 | hire fee per event |
| From £350 | to £600 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
The Forrester Suite at The Murrayfield Hotel
in Murrayfield - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Our event was a wonderfully smooth, relaxing, and well organized.’
The Speakeasy at The Voodoo Rooms
in New Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Supported our charity! The bar staff downstairs in the speakeasy was exceptional!’
Ollie's at Ollie's Private Event Space
in New Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Fabulous venue in an excellent location.well stocked bar.’
You'll find pubs with function rooms 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 Edinburgh, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £450 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 100 guests | prices average £180 hire fee per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average £500 hire fee per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue:
Smaller pubs with function rooms usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
Mezannine at The Pakora Bar - function room for 40 guests
Venue said: Ideal for: Friends or colleagues seeking a relaxed, social gathering for seated dining or casual standing drinks in a semi‑private setting. What guests say: The space is cosy and calm, and the staff are consistently welcoming...
Semi-private Events Space at The Parliament Arms - event space for 40 guests
Venue said: Venue Wi‑Fi is provided. A mix of high tables, stools and booth seating allows flexible arrangements and partial separation from the main bar. A noise restriction applies to preserve neighbouring areas.
The Tasting Cellar at Cask and Vine, rated 4.6/5 - dining room for 12 guests
Venue said: Located just off Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile, our intimate wine and whisky bistro offers a unique space for private dining, meetings, tastings, and small celebrations, with a warm interior and a focus on quality, creating...
Cheap pubs with function rooms in Edinburgh start from £200 hire fee per day or £150 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
Ollie's at Ollie's Private Event Space, from £200 hire fee per day
(up to 110 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Pretty space, very friendly staff and option to buy drink in bulk up front made it very affordable...’
The Tasting Cellar at Cask and Vine, from £150 minimum spend per event
(up to 12 guests seated)
Venue said: The Tasting Cellar is a private Dining Room in Cask and Vine characterised by an intimate, bottle-lined interior designed for seated gatherings. Design: The Tasting Cellar has compact proportions, dark timber surfaces, leather...
The Hepburn Syndicate Room at Royal Scots Club, from £50 hire fee per hour
(up to 30 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Would highly recommend for people looking for a private booking!’
In Edinburgh, pubs with function rooms 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 £200 and £1,000. |
User who booked The Other Room at Dragonfly Cocktail Bar for 60 guests
said: ‘Fantastic cosy venue, helpful and accommodating staff, worth the money for the deposit and hire of the venue.’ |
| Wedding | Usually between £400 and £1,700. |
User who booked The Fettercairn Suite at The Scotsman Hotel for 85 guests
said: ‘Despite our late arrival due to plane cancellations!’ |
| Private Dining | Usually between £250 and £1,200. |
User who booked Burke and Hare at Hotel du Vin Edinburgh for 20 guests
said: ‘Great location for a private function.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between £200 and £750. |
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!’ |
| Christmas Party | Usually between £600 and £2,500. |
User who booked Club Prive at The Roseate Edinburgh for 29 guests
said: ‘Some of the staff were extremely friendly and helpful.’ |
When looking for pubs with function rooms in Edinburgh, start your search around New Town. You’ll find several options there, especially along George Street. This area is very well-connected, with bus stops at practically every corner, so your guests will be delighted with an easy commute! You can also look for pubs west of Princes Street Gardens, in the direction of Haymarket. That’s where some of the most vibrant and exciting pubs with function rooms are situated. For more picturesque surroundings, definitely head to the Old Town. Looking around The University of Edinburgh is a fantastic idea too - all the students in this area mean the pub scene is thriving!
Page last updated in October 2026
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