Private Bars for Hire in Dublin

Booking costs of private bars average €35 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 October 2026), the best options include:

• On The Ball Whole Venue at Buskers On The Ball in Temple Bar - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘The staff was really nice and helpful, the venue is great.’

• Piano Bar at The Black Door in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Venue was brillant and everyone was very nice and helpful...’

• The Whiskey Bar at Lennan's Yard in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘The space is stunning, and lovely and private.’

You'll find private bars 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 450 m from central Dublin, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Lobby Bar at Ruby Molly Hotel & Bar on 26 - 33 Arran Street East - 250 m from centre.
  Venue said: Its mix of Dublin market grit and polished city bar flair creates a unique backdrop for get-togethers, receptions, afterworks or informal business events.
• Entire Venue at Piglet Wine Bar on 5 Cow's Lane - 400 m from centre.
  Venue said: Piglet Wine Bar is a compact wine bar and restaurant whose defining quality is knowledgeable, service-led hospitality. Design: The venue has a compact interior of exposed brick and timber furnishings, compact tables and a...
• The Vault at The Exchange Bar & Restaurant on Lord Edward Street Temple Bar - 450 m from centre.
  Venue said: Location: Temple Bar sits in Dublin's cultural quarter and places the venue beside landmarks such as City Hall and Dublin Castle, surrounded by bars, restaurants and live-music venues.

Smaller private bars usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Dublin, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• Blue Room at Buskers Bar, rated 5/5 - dining room for 50 guests
  Venue said: The room includes air conditioning and Wi‑Fi and provides step‑free guest access and accessible toilets. Ideal for: Small groups seeking a relaxed, table‑centred seated dinner or a social, informal gathering in a contained...

• Middle Bar at 37 Dawson Street, rated 4.9/5 - bar for 40 guests
  Our user said: ‘Great, decor, highly attentive staff, excellent service all around...’

• Private Dining Area at The Port House Pintxo - event space for 25 guests
  Venue said: The space receives some natural light alongside its low-level internal lighting. Ideal for: The Private Dining Area is ideal for intimate, seated dinners and small, relaxed social gatherings that prioritise conversation over...

Cheap private bars in Dublin start from €500 minimum spend per event or €15 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• New York Basement Bar at Meaghers O’Connell Bridge, from €500 minimum spend per event (up to 50 guests standing)
  Venue said: The space permits outside DJs and playing your own music, and it includes wheelchair access, accessible toilets and a step‑free guest entrance. Ideal for: Small private groups seeking a relaxed, low‑key setting for seated...

• Lennan's Yard at Lennan's Yard, from €19 per person (up to 400 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Everyone loved the food & the room & space had a lovely flow for the amount of people we had.’

• Whole Venue at Zambrero Hatch Street, from €500 hire fee per day (up to 100 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Fredrico was very helpful and attentive. Brilliant whole venue party at great value.’

The majority of Dublin’s drinking dens for hire are situated on the Southside. For a well-frequented and buzzing area, we cannot recommend Temple Bar enough. It’s the ultimate nightlife hub in Dublin, hosting a great variety of private and semi-private bars. The vibrant and lively Camden Street functions as the city’s main strip, with plenty of pubs, clubs, and bars. If you want to leave the strict city centre but still stay within easy access to it, Portobello is a great area for you! The neighbourhood is filled with brilliant private bars where you can eat, drink, and party, all within walking distance to Camden Street. 

The amazing thing about Dublin’s private bars is the variety. The city offers everything from trendy cocktail bars and relaxed pubs all the way to hidden speakeasies and activity bars with Irish pool tables or darts, and they can host a range of special occasions! They are a popular choice for private parties, both small and large. If you are looking for a venue to host your next birthday celebration, a private bar might be the answer. Christmas parties, those with friends and family and the office ones alike, gain a unique atmosphere when hosted in one of Dublin’s unique bar spaces. These venues can also be a great setting for many corporate events, from after work drinks to laid-back meetings and even conferences!