Banquet Halls for Hire in Dublin

The cost of banquet halls averages around €45 per person. 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 September 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: ‘Would highly recommend and it was great value for Dublin City centre...’

• 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 (September 2026):

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

• The Ferguson Holland Room at Bureau Meeting & Mediation Suites on Mary's Abbey - 300 m from centre.
  Venue said: The Bureau is on Capel Street in Dublin city centre and offers a range of meeting rooms for client meetings, team catch-ups, presentations, interviews, and workshops.
• The Factory Floor at The Factory Floor on 26 King's Inns Street - 650 m from centre.
  Venue said: It offers exclusive access to the space with it’s own private entrance and is perfect for product launches, photo shoots, music video shoots, conferences, networking events, wedding ceremonies and much more!
• The Market Bar at The Market Bar on 14A Fade Street Dublin 2 - 800 m from centre.
  Venue said: The venue features one of Dublin's largest built-in HD projection systems, making it a strong choice for presentations, launches, and entertainment. The main space can accommodate up to 250 guests seated or 500 standing.

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

• Filming/Photography Studio at Demi's Nails & Beauty - photo / film studio for 65 guests
  Venue said: We are a Training Academy and Beauty Suppliers situated in Dublin 12. We possess a spacious hall, which is perfect for use as a photo or filming studio.

• The Carnac + The Hamilton at Anantara The Marker Dublin - meeting room for 58 guests
  Venue said: The Carnac + The Hamilton is a modern meeting room with a maximum capacity of up to 12 people. Our expert planners have an innate sense of what will work for your event, with each element carefully considered and delivered...

• 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.

Cheap banquet halls in Dublin start from €595 hire fee per day or €475 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 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.

• 1880 at Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge, from €475 hire fee per event (up to 60 guests seated)
  Venue said: The newly refurbished and launched 1880 offers glass-lined walls and rich furnishings providing a cosy ambience. This space can accommodate up to 80 people.

• Canal Boat Private Venue at Canal Boat Restaurant, from €1300 minimum spend per event (up to 42 guests seated)
  Venue said: The Canal Boat Restaurant is a floating venue moored on Dublin’s Grand Canal.It is a restored boat that offers an intimate setting for private celebrations, corporate events, and special occasions.

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.