A lounge with patterned armchairs, round wooden tables, and colorful sofas near large windows at The Africa Centre.
A lounge with mid-century armchairs, round wooden tables, art on ochre walls, and large windows at The Africa Centre.
A lounge with patterned seating, woven pendant lights, and floor-to-ceiling windows at The Africa Centre.
A lounge with patterned armchairs, round wooden tables, potted plants, and pendant lighting at The Africa Centre.

Malangatana Lounge at The Africa Centre

Lounge in a Gallery
·
Private space
66 Great Suffolk Street, London, SE1 0BL –
Southwark Station (0.2 mi)
Up to 25
seats
Up to 50
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering allowed

About this space

The Malangatana Lounge is a Lounge in The Africa Centre, a compact, light-filled sitting area defined by large arched windows.

Design: The lounge has an informal, contemporary look featuring patterned low armchairs, a cushioned bench in the window bay and a muted palette of terracotta and teal. The ceiling exposes services and track lighting, while plants and pendant lamps add domestic scale.

Features: The lounge provides Wi‑Fi, air conditioning and a PA system with in-room speakers. The space permits own music and external DJs subject to venue noise restrictions. The room is wheelchair accessible and includes accessible toilets.

Ideal for: The lounge is best for small groups seeking a relaxed, conversational setting for seated socialising or informal networking.

What sets it apart: A small private balcony provides a compact outdoor extension directly from the lounge.

What guests say: The lounge is calm and welcoming with friendly, helpful staff. The lounge displays African-inspired artwork and detailed interiors that create a warm, culturally rich setting.

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 17:00
from £198 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:00 – 17:00
from £198 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £1416 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 17:00
from £198 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:00 – 17:00
from £198 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £1416 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 17:00
from £198 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:00 – 17:00
from £198 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £1416 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 17:00
from £198 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:00 – 17:00
from £198 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £1416 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 17:00
from £222 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:00 – 17:00
from £222 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £1596 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 17:00
from £222 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:00 – 17:00
from £222 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £1596 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 17:00
from £222 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:00 – 17:00
from £222 hire fee per hour
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £1596 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee

Capacity

Standing
up to 50
Dining
up to 25

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegan menu
African cuisine
External catering allowed Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Unavailable: Buyout fee for external catering
Unavailable: Kitchen facilities available for guests
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Air conditioner
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
Space has noise restriction after 21:00

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Unavailable: Ground level
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
No wedding licence
No Temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

No smoking in the building.
Outside catering is allowed by prior arrangement.
Alcohol must be purchased from our provider onsite (packages available).
Building must be cleared by 11pm.
We ask all guests to help clear their waste from spaces.

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day with Grace Period

Show cancellation details

About The Africa Centre

The Africa Centre is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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Location

Location map

Meet your host

Chike Azuonye
Member of Tagvenue since September 2022
18 Reviews
4.6 Rating
7h Response time
92% Response rate

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