Self Catering Venues for Hire in Edinburgh

The cost of self catering venues averages around £60 hire fee per hour. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:

• carte blanche! at The Voodoo Rooms in New Town - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘The staff were great and it's a dynamic room that was perfect for the party size.’

• Salle Philippe Kieffer at Institut francais d'Ecosse in Old Town - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Spacious, nicely decorated, kitchen is well appointed.’

• The Commons at The Melting Pot in Old Town - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Great space with plenty of room to host a potluck for approximately 50 people!’

You'll find self catering venues 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 (September 2026):

These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Whole Venue at Elio's on 38A George Street Elio's - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: The space has successfully hosted a wide range of occasions, including birthday celebrations, private parties and corporate functions, making it a flexible choice for many event types.
• Sydney Room at Apex Grassmarket Hotel on 31-35 Grassmarket - 0.2 mi from centre.
  Venue said: We’re right in the middle of the Grassmarket, with Edinburgh Castle looking down over us. Guests stay here because the location makes it easy to walk to the Old Town, Princes Street, and the main sights.
• Salle Philippe Kieffer at Institut francais d'Ecosse on West Parliament Square - 0.3 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Spacious, nicely decorated, kitchen is well appointed.’

Smaller self catering venues usually fit up to 30 guests seated. Here are some great options in Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• Montreal Room at Apex Grassmarket Hotel, rated 4/5 - meeting room for 25 guests
  Venue said: A smaller space with style, Montreal is ideal for intimate dinners or boardroom-style meetings. It holds up to 15 guests and feels smart yet relaxed.

• Meeting Room at 23 Melville Street - Serviced Offices - meeting room for 14 guests
  Venue said: 23 Melville Street is located on New Town street in the cultural centre of Edinburgh. We are a boutique business centre in the heart of Georgian Edinburgh.

• Seminar Room at A Quiet Room - therapy room for 20 guests
  Venue said: A Quiet Room by the Shore in Edinburgh's Leith offers bespoke consulting rooms for counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists. We offer a beautifully appointed seminar room for training events, workshops and group work,

Cheap self catering venues in Edinburgh start from £180 hire fee per event or £40 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• carte blanche! at The Voodoo Rooms, from £180 hire fee per event (up to 30 guests seated)
  Our user said: ‘The staff were great and it's a dynamic room that was perfect for the party size.’

• Suite 9 at Citibase Edinburgh St Colme, from £40 hire fee per hour (up to 12 guests seated)
  Our user said: ‘Room was even better than expected from the pictures and we found to be a really productive space.’

• Calton Room at Apex Waterloo Place Hotel, from £30 per person (up to 321 guests seated)
  Venue said: The Calton Room also holds up to 60 guests and works well for private celebrations or business events. Traditional details combine with a clean, modern layout, giving the room a smart but flexible look.

Old Town is always a favourite for its central location and historic charm, with venues like Edinburgh Quaker Meeting House offering flexible layouts and stunning views of landmarks like the Royal Mile and Greyfriars Kirkyard. Just a short walk away, New Town is known for its Georgian architecture and high-end vibe, with venues like The Voodoo Rooms on West Register Street providing a more glamorous setting. For quirkier venues, head to Leith, where Norton Park Conference Centre offers spacious, budget-friendly options near the Shore area. 

Most venues include tables, chairs, and sometimes access to a kitchen or food prep area. Some spaces offer a flexible room layout and AV equipment, while larger rooms have a full setup with lighting and sound systems for parties. Remember to ask what's included before you book, as some venues may offer additional services like setting up and cleaning for an extra fee.