Clinking glasses by the river just hits differently here. Private bars in Boat Quay give you the chance to take over your own space right along the Singapore River, with skyline views and a steady buzz from nearby shophouses. Ideal for birthday drinks, team nights, or anything that calls for cocktails without queueing at the bar, these spots range from sleek upstairs lounges to lively rooms made for a proper party. You bring the guest list, they’ll handle the rest. Have a browse and line up a night worth remembering.
Booking costs of private bars average S$88 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 Boat Quay, based on Tagvenue data:
| From S$40 | to S$128 | per person |
| From S$2500 | to S$5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From S$80 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Entire Indoor Section at Hero's
in Singapore City Centre - rated 5/5
Venue said: The venue is an open space made of wooden tables and chairs, tall bar stools, and a long counter that has a brick wall as the background. There are a number of television screens strategically located around the space, and...
Hive Rooftop Lounge at The Hive Carpenter
in Singapore City Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Roxanne and Hazim was amazing hosts to the venue.’
Level 2 at Molly Malone's Irish Pub
in Singapore City Centre - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Great food, Great Host, Great Venue.’
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 Boat Quay, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 45 guests | prices average S$2888 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 70 guests | prices average S$3000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 90 guests | prices average S$6000 minimum spend per event |
Cheap private bars in Boat Quay start from S$25 per person or S$1635 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Level 2 at Molly Malone's Irish Pub, from S$28 per person
(up to 120 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Great food, Great Host, Great Venue.’
Restaurant at City PeraMakan, from S$1635 minimum spend per event
(up to 72 guests standing)
Venue said: This restaurant features white walls, patterned tiled flooring and pendant lights. Seating consists of wooden chairs with woven backs and cushioned seats.
Entire Indoor Section at Hero's, from S$2000 minimum spend per event
(up to 180 guests standing)
Venue said: The venue is an open space made of wooden tables and chairs, tall bar stools, and a long counter that has a brick wall as the background. There are a number of television screens strategically located around the space, and...
Page last updated in September 2026
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