Top Affordable Function Rooms in Dublin
A great party isn't measured by the bill at the end of the night. Affordable function rooms in Dublin give you plenty of ways to celebrate, from cosy pubs around Stoneybatter to stylish upstairs rooms near Camden Street and larger community halls across Drumcondra and Rathmines. Some spaces suit relaxed birthday dinners, while others have room for lively family gatherings, club events or work socials that last well into the evening. Whatever you've got planned, there's a budget-friendly spot waiting below.
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from €450
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityShaw Room
50 guestsHarcourt Bar & GardenDublin City CentreFFlorence D.
“The communication was effieicent and the price of 300 to rent the room was effective” -
from €650
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Long Room
90 guestsThe Croke Park HotelDrumcondra, DublinTTracey O.
“The hotel is conveniently located between Dublin airport and the city centre.” -
from €200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBrown Butterfly Room
100 guestsM.J. WrightDublin City CentreIIsabella C.
“The venue was really lovely and welcoming staff, very helpful and clean.” -
from €1000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityCellar Bar
60 guestsThe OarsmanDublinHHanny M.
“We loves the private room with a small scene and enough space for 30 people.” -
from €1500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityIveagh Suite
220 guestsIveagh Garden HotelDublin City CentreCCiara W.
“Would highly recommend and it was great value for Dublin City centre” -
from €500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Upstairs Room
60 guestsSmokin Bones Castle MarketDublin City CentreAuthentic American BBQ venue in Dublin City Centre with exclusive hire of the restaurant’s upstairs floor for up to 60 guests. Ideal for private parties, corporate events, birthdays, and celebrations, featuring award-winning
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from €1700
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityThe Odyssey
120 guestsThe Alex HotelDublin City CentreSStefanny K.
“The service was excellent, the food was delicious, and the venue itself is absolutely beautiful.” -
from €450
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Venue
700 guestsQuinns of DrumcondraDrumcondra, DublinThe restored hall out the back - properly loud. Live music, club nights, DJs off original seven-inches, and the odd wedding afters.
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from €1500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityColumba Suite
150 guestsSpencer HotelDublin City CentreThe Spencer Hotel is one of Dublin's most popular hotels. Located in Dublin City Centre overlooking the River Liffey, it is only 10 minutes’ walk from the O’Connell Bridge, 15 minutes walk from the world-renowned Temple Bar
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from €500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityTemple Bar Upstairs
70 guestsSmokin Bones Temple BarTemple Bar, DublinWith its American BBQ setting, it works well for parties, company events, and private celebrations in Dublin City Centre.
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from €1200
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityPegasus Suite
110 guestsSpencer HotelDublin City CentreThe Pegasus Suite is perfect for up to 110 guests and can be split into two smaller spaces. The space can accommodate meetings, corporate events, conferences, seminars, banquets and other similar events.
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from €1600
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityOrion Suite
120 guestsSpencer HotelDublin City CentreIf you are visiting Dublin for business the Spencer Hotel is 3 minutes walk from the CCD - Convention Centre Dublin.
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FAQs about Top Affordable Function Rooms in Dublin
The cost of affordable function rooms averages around €500 hire fee per event. 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 Dublin, based on Tagvenue data:
| From €410 | to €700 | hire fee per event |
| From €30 | to €65 | per person |
| From €43 | to €92 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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Cellar Bar at The Oarsman in Dublin - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘We also got help downstairs with our own «private» bar, which was very nice.’ -
Brown Butterfly Room at M.J. Wright in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The venue, the staff, the ambience and the food...’ -
The Long Room at The Croke Park Hotel in Drumcondra - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The venue was luxurious, facilities were incredible and Ellen and the teams hospitality was second to none.’
You'll find affordable function rooms 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 Dublin, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 25 guests | prices average €62 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 40 and 70 guests | prices average €565 hire fee per event |
| Large | over 100 guests | prices average €1500 hire fee per day |
These are the venues within 550 m from central Dublin, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Dausie's Bar- Private at The Bull & Castle by F.X. Buckley
on 5-7 Lord Edward Street - 400 m from centre.
Our user said: ‘The venue is gorgeous, and so were the platters of food we ordered for my 50th Birthday last Saturday.’ -
Kings Bench at Maldron Hotel Smithfield
on Smithfield Dublin 7 - 450 m from centre.
Venue said: This contemporary venue is equipped with modern amenities, including audiovisual facilities and high-speed internet, making it ideal for business gatherings, seminars, and workshops. -
Temple Bar Upstairs at Smokin Bones Temple Bar
on 34 Essex Street East - 550 m from centre.
Venue said: This upstairs event space can host up to 70 guests and features large windows with plenty of natural daylight. With its American BBQ setting, it works well for parties, company events, and private celebrations in Dublin City...
In Dublin, affordable function rooms are most commonly booked for 5 to 50 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
| Meeting | Usually between €80 and €350. |
User who booked Meeting Room at Viridis Offices for 3 guests
said: ‘Room was perfect and had good wifi, big screen for sharing, coffee and snacks.’ |
| Party | Usually between €300 and €450. |
User who booked Indoor Garden at Marlin Hotel for 28 guests
said: ‘Everything. The space was amazing, the food was really good, and all the servers where always ready to help...’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between €450 and €850. |
User who booked Whole Venue at Zambrero Hatch Street for 60 guests
said: ‘Fredrico was very helpful and attentive. Brilliant whole venue party at great value.’ |
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