Few cities suit grand civic spaces better than Edinburgh. Here, town halls have hosted public gatherings and celebrations for generations and they still make striking event settings today. Expect soaring ceilings, ornate interiors, and spacious halls suited to receptions, community events, talks, and formal gatherings. Many include large assembly rooms, stage areas, and flexible seating for bigger audiences. Find a town hall ready to give your event a true sense of occasion.
The cost of town halls averages around £40 per person. 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 from May 2026:
| From £35 | to £59 | per person |
| From £300 | to £750 | hire fee per event |
| From £450 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated May 2026), the best options include:
York at The Place Hotel
in Broughton - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We hired the Broughton Suite for 40 guests, cabaret style for a research outreach workshop event.’
IMAGINEX at YOTEL Edinburgh
in New Town - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Perfect venue for a function...’
Combined Fettercairn & Jura at The Scotsman Hotel
in Old Town - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The rooms were gorgeous. Loved having the linked Fettercairn Suite and the more relaxed Garden Suite.’
You'll find town halls 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 (May 2026):
| Small | up to 80 guests | prices average £350 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 120 and 180 guests | prices average £350 hire fee per event |
| Large | over 230 guests | prices average £1500 hire fee per day |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue:
Page last updated in May 2026
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