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.
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 May 2026:
| From £40 | to £105 | hire fee per hour |
| From £44 | per person | |
| From £320 | to £750 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated May 2026), the best options include:
Screen 1 at Everyman Edinburgh
in New Town - rated 4.9/5
Venue said: We regularly host: • Corporate events and conferences Please don't hesitate to contact us if you would like any further information on this space.
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 (May 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £43 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 60 and 120 guests | prices average £480 hire fee per event |
| Large | over 145 guests | prices average £600 hire fee per day |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Edinburgh, available to book on Tagvenue:
Based on Tagvenue data (as of May 2026), users looking for unusual conference venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Auditorium / Conference Room | prices average £266 hire fee per hour | typically between 160 and 300 guests |
| Hotel | prices average £800 hire fee per day | typically between 140 and 300 guests |
| Meeting Room | prices average £50 hire fee per hour | typically between 20 and 40 guests |
| Hall | prices average £362 hire fee per event | typically between 80 and 150 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £3500 hire fee per day | typically between 120 and 400 guests |
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.
Page last updated in May 2026
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