Banquet Halls for Hire in Dublin

The cost of banquet halls averages around €1500 hire fee per day. 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:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:

• Thomas Prior Hall at Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge in Ballsbridge - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘The space was nicer than the pictures, the food options were great and reasonably priced.’

• Elle's Suite at Iveagh Garden Hotel in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘I had the most amazing experience working with Gita organising my 50th birthday party in Elle's Suite.’

• Hotel Restaurant at Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘The venue is the perfect location for our international delegates.’

You'll find banquet halls 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):

These are the venues within 800 m from central Dublin, available to book on Tagvenue:

• The Factory Floor at The Factory Floor on 26 King's Inns Street - 650 m from centre.
  Venue said: Ideal for: The space suits creative teams or production crews seeking a flexible, informal setting for seated dinners or standing receptions. What guests say: The space has a relaxed, atmospheric vibe and a distinctive industrial...
• The Market Bar at The Market Bar on 14A Fade Street Dublin 2 - 800 m from centre.
  Venue said: Design: The Market Bar presents an industrial market-hall look with exposed metal trusses, skylights and exposed brick walls. The floor is timber and the room is arranged with rows of wooden bistro tables, bentwood-style...
• The Market Floor at The Irish Stock Exchange Building on 3 College Green - 800 m from centre.
  Venue said: The room has wheelchair access and accessible toilets. Ideal for: Corporate and private groups seeking a polished, formal setting for seated dinners or standing receptions.

Smaller banquet halls usually fit up to 80 guests seated. Here are some great options in Dublin, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• Filming/Photography Studio at Demi's Nails & Beauty - photo / film studio for 65 guests
  Venue said: The space is a compact, white-painted production room with neutral walls and grey hard flooring that create a low-contrast environment. Overhead artificial lighting and no visible windows allow the lighting to be tightly...

• Conference Room at Bridge Enterprise Centres - meeting room for 80 guests
  Venue said: It works well for training sessions, team off-sites, seminars, client presentations, and business gatherings where you need a practical space that feels comfortable without being overly formal.

• The Carnac + The Hamilton at Anantara The Marker Dublin - meeting room for 58 guests
  Venue said: Central air conditioning maintains a consistent room temperature. Best for: Focused executive discussions, formal board meetings and decision-making sessions.

Cheap banquet halls in Dublin start from €595 hire fee per day or €400 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• Plaza Suite at Academy Plaza Hotel, from €598 hire fee per day (up to 120 guests seated)
  Venue said: Welcome to Academy Plaza Hotel, perfectly situated in the heart of Dublin. Just off O’Connell Street, our prime location places you steps away from the city’s most iconic landmarks, bustling shopping areas, and cultural hotspots.

• The Abbey Room at The Abbey Tavern, from €400 hire fee per event (up to 220 guests seated)
  Venue said: The Viking Banquet Hall – A grand medieval-style setting for up to 120 guests. The Abbey Tavern Restaurant – A traditional Irish restaurant, 30 - 50 guests.

• Entire Venue at Siam Restaurant & Cocktail Bar, from €25 per person (up to 62 guests seated)
  Venue said: A PA system and house speakers are installed, and the venue permits own music or bringing a hired DJ. Seating combines fixed banquettes and freestanding tables, and the guest entrance is step-free.

Some of the most sought-after locations for banquet halls in Dublin include Dublin City Centre, which is easy to reach and with a broad selection of venues. The Airport area is popular for international and corporate events due to convenience, while Ballsbridge and Malahide has elegant, spacious venues suitable for weddings and formal banquets. Other notable districts include Howth, Rathmines, and Castleknock-Knockmaroon.

To choose the right size, consider both seating capacity and standing capacity based on your event type. For a seated dinner, allow roughly 1.5 square metres per person. For example, if you're planning a dinner for 150 guests, look at venues with a seating capacity of 150–180, like the Radisson Blu Hotel at Dublin Airport or The Factory Floor in Dublin City Centre. Always factor in space for catering, entertainment, or staging if needed.

Yes, several banquet halls in Dublin are located within hotels, making them perfect for multi-day events or for guests travelling from outside the city. Options include the Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge, and Anantara The Marker Dublin. These venues typically offer room blocks at discounted rates for event guests.

Many banquet halls offer basic AV equipment such as projectors, microphones, and sound systems included in the hire fee. Larger and more business-oriented venues like Academy Plaza Hotel often provide a more extensive setup. Always confirm availability and technical specifications with the venue to avoid rental costs from external suppliers.