Christening Venues for Hire in Dublin

Booking costs of christening venues average €45 per person. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Dublin, based on Tagvenue data:

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

• Tunneys Room at The Oarsman in Dublin - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘We loves the private room with a small scene and enough space for 30 people.’

• Thomas Prior Hall at Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge in Ballsbridge - rated 5/5
  Venue said: This stunning space, with wooden vaulted ceilings and sparkling chandeliers, makes it one of Dublin’s stand out venues. Whether you are looking to book your wedding or an upcoming event, Thomas Prior Hall in Ballsbridge has...

• Iveagh 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...’

You'll find christening 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 Dublin, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):

These are the venues within 550 m from central Dublin, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Entire Venue at Piglet Wine Bar on 5 Cow's Lane - 400 m from centre.
  Venue said: What guests say: The space is comfortable and accessible. The staff provide attentive, welcoming service.
• Dausie's Bar- Semi Private at The Bull & Castle by F.X. Buckley on 5-7 Lord Edward Street - 400 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Venue was perfect, food amazing and all the staff on the night could not do enough for us.’
• Temple Bar Upstairs at Smokin Bones Temple Bar on 34 Essex Street East - 550 m from centre.
  Venue said: The Upstairs Room at Smokin Bones Temple Bar is a warm and inviting event space, perfect for groups of up to 70 guests. Located on the restaurant’s upper floor, the space features large windows that fill the room with natural...

Based on Tagvenue data (as of November 2026), users looking for christening venues most commonly go for these venue types:

• Blending Room at Irish Whiskey Museum, rated 4.7/5 - meeting room for 40 guests
  Our user said: ‘The room was excellent and the staff was very helpful.’

• Upstairs Small Room at I Monelli - event space for 15 guests
  Venue said: Upstairs Small Room is a private dining room in a restaurant (Event Space in I Monelli) defined by a long central communal table that organises the compact, intimate space.

• Main Floor at Delahunt - dining room for 50 guests
  Venue said: What guests say: The dining room has attentive staff and responsive service. The dining room can become noisy on evenings when the restaurant hosts large parties.

• The Upstairs Room at Smokin Bones Castle Market, from €500 minimum spend per event (up to 60 guests seated)
  Venue said: Authentic 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...

• Blending Room at Irish Whiskey Museum, from €300 hire fee per event (up to 40 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘The room was excellent and the staff was very helpful.’

• Entire Venue at Siam Restaurant & Cocktail Bar, from €25 per person (up to 100 guests standing)
  Venue said: Siam Restaurant & Cocktail Bar is a restaurant that operates as a cocktail-led dining venue; a long bar and bar-centred layout give the space its defining character.

Plenty of venues can cater to your needs if you're planning a christening event in Dublin with a larger guest list. These event spaces offer ample space and a special ambience to make your event unforgettable. Here are some of the top options to consider:

• Clayton Hotel Cardiff Lane at Dublin Docklands offers a fantastic package of €65 per person, with space for up to 320 guests at Stir Restaurant. The team of dedicated chefs here uses only the freshest locally sourced ingredients to create each and every dish.

• The Blue Room at The Croke Park Hotel is the perfect choice for a gathering of up to 80 guests. With a hire fee of just €650 per day, this venue focuses on using the finest local and national produce in their menus.