Top Reception Venues in Dublin
Get ready to fall in love with Dublin’s amazing wedding reception venues, great for every style! For a cosy, intimate celebration, explore the elegant Georgian buildings and gardens around St. Stephen’s Green. If you’re after a grand, city vibe, Temple Bar boasts venues with stunning River Liffey views and charming cobblestone streets. For a mix of classic and modern, event venues in Dublin Castle or Trinity College provide iconic backdrops and central city access. Explore Tagvenue to find and book the Dublin wedding venue that’s right for your special day!
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from €58
per personCheck availabilityIndoor Garden
55 guestsMarlin HotelDublin City Centre#Supervenue
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from €50
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170 guestsONE - Ballsbridge Bar & RestaurantBallsbridge, DublinThe dining floor includes four areas, which make up the main dining area. It is ideal for intimate gatherings and wedding receptions-bring up to 180 people!
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from €28
per personCheck availabilityLennan's Yard
100 guestsLennan's YardDublin City Centre#Supervenue
This space offers a warm setting with rich green and deep red interiors, tufted leather seating, and polished wooden tables that create a cosy atmosphere for relaxed dining, drinks, and social gatherings.
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from €45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Lounge & Bar
120 guestsThe DunmoreRathmines, DublinWhether you're hosting a birthday celebration, wedding reception, or business meeting, our beautifully appointed rooms, along with top-notch amenities and catering options, guarantee a memorable experience for you and your
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from €23
per personCheck availabilityBrown Butterfly Room
40 guestsM.J. WrightDublin City CentreThe Brown Butterfly Private Function room is situated on the 2nd floor and available for private hire. It's perfect for parties, wedding receptions, drink celebrations, corporate functions and similar special occasions from
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from €3000
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityThe Marker One & Two
300 guestsAnantara The Marker DublinDublin City CentreThe modern reception space and stunning rooftop terrace can also be used for civil wedding ceremonies, with a wedding coordinator and event planners on hand to help everything run smoothly
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from €2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Greenhouse
125 guestsHarbourmaster Bar & RestaurantDublin City CentreThe Greenhouse is a private event space in Harbourmaster Bar & Restaurant, defined by a bright, glass-fronted interior that channels generous daylight.
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from €80
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
93 guestsDelahuntDublin City CentreLooking for a cozy and fully private venue in Dublin? Delahunt, a restored tavern with vintage accents and a long bars, offers a full buyout option for events accommodating up to 150 guests.
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from €120
per personCheck availabilityThomas Prior Hall
200 guestsClayton Hotel BallsbridgeBallsbridge, DublinThomas Prior Hall is an award-winning venue with a floor capacity of 231 square meters ideal for large conferences, corporate events and weddings.
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from €120
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityDining Space
70 guestsBresson — Fine Dining RestaurantNear DublinThe venue also has an outdoor area for guests to enjoy. Paid street parking is available nearby. Perfect for birthdays, wedding receptions, anniversaries, family reunions, and corporate events, Bresson provides a versatile
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from €45
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Restaurant
105 guestsThe DunmoreRathmines, DublinWhether you're planning a corporate dinner, a wedding reception, a funeral reception or a special celebration, this versatile space provides the perfect backdrop for memorable gatherings.
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from €85
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityUrban Brewing Vaults
275 guestsUrban Brewing | Event Space | CHQDublin City CentreUrban Brewing Vaults is a semi-private area in the Urban Brewing event space that occupies a low, stone-arched cellar setting. Design: The interior pairs dark timber floors and small round dining tables with soft wall lighting,
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FAQs about Top Reception Venues in Dublin
Prices of wedding reception venues average €45 per person. The cost varies based on the venue's size and additional services such as catering, floral arrangements, or bridal suites. It may also be influenced by the number and type of event spaces available in the venue, for example, separate areas for the ceremony, reception, and photo sessions. Spaces offering all-inclusive packages are a budget-friendly option for couples seeking a fuss-free experience. Check out typical price ranges in Dublin, based on Tagvenue data:
| From €30 | to €65 | per person |
| From €450 | to €1100 | hire fee per event |
| From €2000 | to €4000 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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Thomas Prior Hall at Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge in Ballsbridge - rated 5/5
Venue said: Located in the heart of Ballsbridge in Dublin's South City, Thomas Prior Hall is steeped in history with its unique 19th-century dining hall, set in a beautifully manicured lawn. -
Brown Butterfly Room at M.J. Wright in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Venue said: It's perfect for parties, wedding receptions, drink celebrations, corporate functions and similar special occasions from 40 to 100 guests. The space has a flexible layout, its own bar and a sound system. -
Indoor Garden at Marlin Hotel in Dublin City Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The ambience and the service was great...’
You'll find wedding reception 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 (October 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average €700 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 120 guests | prices average €2400 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 150 guests | prices average €2550 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 600 m from central Dublin, available to book on Tagvenue:
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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. -
Entire Venue at Beef & Lobster
on 39-40 Parliament Street - 500 m from centre.
Venue said: Beef & Lobster in Temple Bar is where style meets substance - a 90 sqm gem in Dublin’s liveliest neighborhood. The venue’s industrial-chic design pairs exposed brick walls and warm lighting with thoughtfully arranged banquettes... -
Main Restaurant Area at Kathmandu Kitchen - Dublin
on 18 Dame Street - 600 m from centre.
Venue said: Ideal for: Groups of friends or colleagues seeking relaxed, seated dinners or informal, social receptions. What sets it apart: The room permits private music and allows hosts to bring their own DJ, enabling a bespoke audio...
Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for wedding reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average €4000 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 180 guests |
| Event Space | prices average €2400 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 190 guests |
| Hotel | prices average €750 hire fee per day | typically between 120 and 320 guests |
| Pub | prices average €100 hire fee per day | typically between 80 and 250 guests |
Smaller wedding reception venues usually fit up to 60 guests seated. Here are some great options in Dublin, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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The Stables at Lennan's Yard, rated 4.8/5 - event space for 50 guests
Venue said: What guests say: The space has a contemporary look and a welcoming atmosphere. The room's event support is attentive and organised for private bookings. -
The Carnac + The Hamilton at Anantara The Marker Dublin - meeting room for 58 guests
Venue said: Anantara The Marker Dublin is a luxury hotel in a distinctive modern geometric building that pairs contemporary design with full-service hotel facilities. -
Room B - The Library at RIAC Clubhouse - meeting room for 20 guests
Venue said: Located just upstairs, Room B can accommodate up to 12 people. While slightly smaller than Room A, Room B is fully equipped with teleconferencing technology, making it an excellent option for meetings involving remote participants.
Cheap wedding reception venues in Dublin start from €100 hire fee per day or €1000 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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The Bank Function Room at The Dropping Well in Milltown, from €100 hire fee per day (up to 120 guests seated)
Venue said: The Festive Room at The Dropping Well, Milltown is a cozy, adaptable private venue perfect for any kind of celebration, meetings or special occasions. It offers a comfortable arrangement which can be made in the form of seated... -
Cellar Bar at The Oarsman, from €1000 minimum spend per event (up to 50 guests seated)
Venue said: The Cellar Bar is a Function Room in The Oarsman that presents an intimate, low-ceilinged interior defined by exposed brick and compact seating. Design: The room pairs exposed brick walls and low ceilings with warm wall-mounted... -
Downstairs Area at Momento, from €20 per person (up to 70 guests seated)
Venue said: Downstairs Area is a private event space with a warm, restaurant-style interior and a dedicated seated layout. Design: The interior has a warm, traditional character, centred on a buttoned tan leather banquette, a substantial...
Dublin has an amazing selection of wedding reception venues waiting for you. Whether you’re drawn to fine dining restaurants like Bresson, modern hotels such as The Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge, or unique event spaces like Irish Whiskey Museum, there’s something to match your style. You’ll find venues for any guest list, from spacious options like Urban Brewing, accommodating up to 350 standing guests, to smaller, charming spots like Delahunt, suited for intimate gatherings. Whatever your vision, Dublin has a venue to make it happen!
It’s advisable to book your wedding reception venue at least 6 to 12 months in advance, especially during peak wedding season which typically falls between April and September. Popular locations like Dublin city centre fill up quickly, so securing your venue early ensures availability and gives you plenty of time to plan all the finer details.
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