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Top Unusual Conference Venues in Edinburgh
Edinburgh’s unusual conference venues offer a refreshing alternative to traditional meeting spaces. Consider areas like the Old Town for historical venues or the New Town for more contemporary options. For stunning views, consider venues along the waterfront in Leith. Explore these unique locations on Tagvenue and find a spot for your next conference.
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![Salle Emilienne Moreau-Evrard at Institut francais d'Ecosse in Old Town, Edinburgh]()
from £140
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilitySalle Emilienne Moreau-Evrard
74 guestsInstitut francais d'EcosseOld Town, Edinburgh
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Named after a prominent figure in the French resistance who helped Scottish allies in her village during WWI, the Emilienne Moreau-Evrard room is our main auditorium and the grandest room in the building, with a beautifully -
![Upper Gallery at The Royal Society of Edinburgh in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £516
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityUpper Gallery
60 guestsThe Royal Society of EdinburghNew Town, EdinburghRSE Venue – Edinburgh’s Historic Event Space Located in the heart of Edinburgh’s City Centre, within the home of the prestigious Royal Society of Edinburgh, our venue offers convenience, flexibility, and a truly memorable -
![Conference Hall at Norton Park Conference Centre in Leith, Edinburgh]()
from £105
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityConference Hall
100 guestsNorton Park Conference CentreLeith, EdinburghThis is our modern auditorium and conference/event space which is ideal for up to 120 delegates. When our raked seats are hidden this space becomes a unique venue for larger events. -
![Boxes 1-10 at BT Murrayfield Stadium in Murrayfield, Edinburgh]()
from £150
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityBoxes 1-10
12 guestsBT Murrayfield StadiumMurrayfield, EdinburghBoxes can be set up for a dinner, board meeting, informal buffet, interviews or drinks receptions. They are ideal as breakout rooms as part of a larger conference or event, or to hire individually for a one-off event or special -
![Thistle or Presidents Suite at BT Murrayfield Stadium in Murrayfield, Edinburgh]()
from £3500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThistle or Presidents Suite
600 guestsBT Murrayfield StadiumMurrayfield, EdinburghThe Thistle Suite, as well as the President's Suites, are two of the main function spaces within BT Murrayfield combined together they make up the famous West Stand within the iconic BT Murrayfield Stadium. -
![St. Mungo Meeting Room at Norton Park Conference Centre in Leith, Edinburgh]()
from £31
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilitySt. Mungo Meeting Room
4 guestsNorton Park Conference CentreLeith, EdinburghWhether booked independently or utilized as a breakout space in conjunction with the conference hall, our meeting rooms offer versatile options to suit your needs. -
![Gray Meeting Room at Norton Park Conference Centre in Leith, Edinburgh]()
from £40
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityGray Meeting Room
12 guestsNorton Park Conference CentreLeith, EdinburghIdeal for Board Meetings Please note that this is the only meeting space without full accessibility, there are a couple of steps up to the room. -
![Ross Meeting Room at Norton Park Conference Centre in Leith, Edinburgh]()
from £40
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRoss Meeting Room
25 guestsNorton Park Conference CentreLeith, EdinburghThe Ross Meeting Room offers an ideal venue for hosting meetings with up to 25 attendees. Our meeting rooms are designed to be well-lit and spacious, providing a comfortable and conducive environment for productive discussions. -
![Napier Meeting Room at Norton Park Conference Centre in Leith, Edinburgh]()
from £40
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityNapier Meeting Room
25 guestsNorton Park Conference CentreLeith, EdinburghOur Napier Room is the ideal space for meetings, training events or a breakout space. It also provides a good quality audio-visual system which is helpful while presenting a project. -
![Screen 1 at Everyman Edinburgh in New Town, Edinburgh]()
from £1275
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityScreen 1
161 guestsEveryman EdinburghNew Town, EdinburghWith luxurious sofas, plenty of leg room and unique design features, our screens are the perfect event spaces! We regularly host: • Corporate events and conferences Please don't hesitate to contact us if you would like any -
![Baird Meeting Room at Norton Park Conference Centre in Leith, Edinburgh]()
from £40
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBaird Meeting Room
16 guestsNorton Park Conference CentreLeith, EdinburghOur rooms are perfect for large conferences and training events, small meetings and a whole host of innovative uses and functions. The cost of room hire is fully inclusive of all facilities – there are no hidden extras. -
![G.07/A at Informatics Forum in Edinburgh City Centre]()
from £173
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityG.07/A
180 guestsInformatics ForumEdinburgh City CentreThe Informatics Forum at the University of Edinburgh is the perfect location for your next event. Our ground floor facilities – including a large conference room, a light-filled open atrium, and breakout areas – are suitable
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FAQs about Top Unusual Conference Venues in Edinburgh
Prices of unusual conference venues average around £60 hire fee per hour. The exact costs depend on the room size, audiovisual equipment (such as projectors or microphones), or high-speed Wi-Fi. Additional services, such as catering or on-site coordinators, may cost extra. Flexible configurations for presentations, workshops, or networking, along with amenities such as parking or dedicated breakout rooms, will also affect the price. See usual price ranges in Edinburgh, based on Tagvenue data, as of December 2025:
| From £40 | to £105 | hire fee per hour |
| From £40 | to £50 | per person |
| From £350 | to £852 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:
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Versatile Space at Slow Progress Records and Coffee in Old Town - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Fantastic venue, will definitely be back!’ -
Adaptable Conference Space at Edinburgh Training and Conference Venue in Old Town - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The space was perfect for our workshop.’ -
Cinema at The Scotsman Hotel in Old Town - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Fantastic space, terrific staff that were on hand to support with anything we needed.’
You'll find unusual conference 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 (December 2025):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £46 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £600 hire fee per day |
| Large | over 140 guests | prices average £1190 hire fee per day |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Upper Gallery at The Royal Society of Edinburgh
on 22-26 George Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
Venue said: Leading directly into the Wolfson Lecture Theatre and connecting to the Lower Gallery, this versatile space works beautifully on its own for workshops, talks, and exhibitions, or alongside adjoining spaces for arrival coffees -
The Lounge at Le Monde Hotel
on 16 George Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
Venue said: Perfect for family get-togethers such as meals or celebratory events such as baby showers, The Lounge is a dynamic space that is perfect for your next event. -
HUBS 1 & 2 at YOTEL Edinburgh
on 68-73 Queen Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
Venue said: Formal board meeting? Our two interconnecting, flexible meeting rooms can be pre-booked for groups of 6 to 50 delegates, depending on set up. Both rooms feature smart TVs, complimentary super-fast WiFi, AV and lighting, air-conditioning
Ensure the venue has the necessary facilities like AV equipment, Wi-Fi, and comfortable seating. Location matters, so choose corporate event venues with good transport links or proximity to hotels. Confirm the venue’s capacity to accommodate your guest list. If you’d like to make a lasting impression, consider hiring one of Edinburgh’s private gardens, art galleries, or even rooftop spaces for your business meeting. Finally, inquire about catering options and services like event coordination or on-site support to ensure a seamless experience.
Yes, many unusual event venues in Edinburgh, such as Easter Road Stadium or Slow Progress Records and Coffee, provide in-house catering services. If you'd prefer external catering, some venues, like Colzium Farm House, allow it. Use Tagvenue’s filters to quickly and efficiently browse only unique venues with catering policies that fit your needs.
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