Top Reception Venues in Belfast
Wedding reception venues in Belfast blend big history with modern personality from grand halls glowing with stained glass to boutique hotels tucked beside the Cathedral Quarter, plus waterfront spaces framed by the iconic Harland & Wolff cranes. Whether you’re planning a black-tie affair, a relaxed family celebration, or a party powered by a ceilidh band and plenty of craic, the city has a space that fits the mood.
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from £25
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMAL 1
45 guestsMalmaison BelfastBelfast City CentreMAL 1 is our big dining room with a flexible layout for a maximum of 45 guests. We host formal business meetings, as well as wedding receptions, classic parties, cocktail masterclasses, and afternoon tea events.
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from £4000
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityEntire Venue
437 guestsRevolución de Cuba BelfastBelfast City CentreHire the full venue exclusively at Revolución de Cuba Belfast for up to 700 guests. Whether it's a company event, birthday party or Christmas celebration, we've got you covered with a range of food, drink and entertainment
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from £15
per personCheck availabilityThe Main Bar
75 guestsMonroe HolywoodNear Belfast#Supervenue
Monroe is a first floor venue, with a roof terrace. The restaurant serves small plates and refined cocktails, local beers and high-end wines. The main bar can hold 80-100, the lounge holds 35.
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from £150
per eventCheck availabilityThe Bird Cage
150 guestsTipsy BirdBelfastA stunning top floor private bar that comes with all the things that makes The Tipsy Bird the best in Belfast. Suitable for parties up to 150 guests.
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from £24.95
per personCheck availabilityHavana Bar & Mezzanine
125 guestsRevolución de Cuba BelfastBelfast City CentreHire the upstairs floor at Revolucion de Cuba Belfast for up to 200 guests. The Mezzanine is an event space within the main venue, ideal for networking, team celebrations, finger food affairs, Christmas parties and 'just
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from £60
per personCheck availabilityEntire Venue
300 guestsThe Malone HotelBelfastWe are also proudly recognised as a previous recipient of Belfast Wedding Venue of the Year at the Northern Ireland Wedding Awards. Fully licensed and approved by Belfast City Council, The Malone allows you to host both your
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from £49
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
70 guestsSix by Nico BelfastBelfastSix by Nico Belfast is a restaurant organised around a single continuous dining room whose layout keeps seating and service in one shared space. Design: The dining room uses dark-painted walls, leather banquettes, marble-topped
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from £200
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityOlympic 2
200 guestsClayton Hotel BelfastBelfastOlympic 2 is a Banqueting Hall in Clayton Hotel Belfast characterised by a long rectangular layout and plentiful natural light. Design: The space presents a neutral, contemporary hotel-ballroom look with mid‑tone wood panelling
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from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs at The Chelsea
70 guestsThe ChelseaBelfastOur dedicated private function space is the perfect venue for special occasions in Belfast including weddings, birthdays, engagement parties, christenings and business events.
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from £2200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Main Bar
300 guestsTipsy BirdBelfastA full Tipsy Takeover is the perfect option for larger parties from 150 – 350 guests! Bespoke packages, custom cocktails and stunning bars await...
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from £2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
44 guestsGnostic Bar & KitchenBelfastGnostic Bar & Kitchen is a compact bar and kitchen centred on a single, low-lit panelled dining room that emphasises close, seated dining through continuous ceiling lighting.
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from £60
per personCheck availabilityTitanic Suite
120 guestsClayton Hotel BelfastBelfastOur second-largest event space, which is available as a venue for conferences, meetings, training, celebrations and weddings. This space is equipped with projectors and screens at both end of the suite, internal temperature
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FAQs about Top Reception Venues in Belfast
Prices of wedding reception venues average £120 hire fee per hour. The cost varies based on the venue's size and additional services such as catering, floral arrangements, or bridal suites. It may also be influenced by the number and type of event spaces available in the venue, for example, separate areas for the ceremony, reception, and photo sessions. Spaces offering all-inclusive packages are a budget-friendly option for couples seeking a fuss-free experience. Check out typical price ranges in Belfast, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £100 | to £150 | hire fee per hour |
| From £500 | to £2000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £19 | to £38 | per person |
You'll find wedding reception 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 Belfast, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 45 guests | prices average £100 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 55 and 80 guests | prices average £120 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average £1150 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Belfast, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Upstairs Hall at Mizo Express
on 19 Bridge Street - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Mizo Express is an Asian street food restaurant located in Belfast's city centre. Designed for quick dining and relaxed meals, the space offers both sit-in and takeaway options. -
MAL 1 at Malmaison Belfast
on 34-38 Victoria Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
Venue said: We host formal business meetings, as well as wedding receptions, classic parties, cocktail masterclasses, and afternoon tea events. The amenities include Wi-Fi, TVs, an AV system, other tech equipment, and high chairs for... -
The Bird Cage at Tipsy Bird
on Ann Street 90-100 - 0.3 mi from centre.
Venue said: This is the place to be in Belfast to get your tipsy bird tipples. With three event spaces, we can tailor our packages and find the best option for you!
Cheap wedding reception venues in Belfast start from £15 per person or £150 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Upstairs Hall at Mizo Express, from £17 per person (up to 60 guests seated)
Venue said: Mizo Express is an Asian street food restaurant located in Belfast's city centre. Designed for quick dining and relaxed meals, the space offers both sit-in and takeaway options. -
The Lounge at Monroe Holywood, from £150 minimum spend per event (up to 35 guests seated)
Venue said: The Lounge space is perfect for mid-sized events up to 35 guests. The green couches allow the guests to relax and have a great time, while the venue's specialists take care of the atmosphere and catering. -
Entire Venue at Mizo, from £19 per person (up to 45 guests seated)
Venue said: Mizo is a casual Asian street-food restaurant presented as a compact, informal dining space where small tables and shared plates shape the experience. Design: The interior is compact and low-ceilinged, featuring warm pendant...
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