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 in Edinburgh 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 October 2025:
From £40 | to £90 | hire fee per hour |
From £40 | to £50 | per person |
From £500 | to £1000 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
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 (October 2025):
Small unusual conference venues | up to 40 guests | prices average £46 hire fee per hour |
Medium unusual conference venues | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £600 hire fee per day |
Large unusual conference venues | over 120 guests | prices average £1000 hire fee per day |
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.