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London's best exclusive hire venues

Planning a major event? You might be best off hiring a venue in its entirety, which offers you greater flexibility and use of multiple spaces. Not to mention it’s totally yours, guaranteeing you and your guests exclusivity for the entire day (or night). Take a look at our list of London's best exclusive hire venues, from grand stately homes to swish hotels and exceptional restaurants with beautiful dining rooms.

Updated on 22 September 2023

Firstly, what exactly does exclusive hire mean exactly? If you choose to hire a venue exclusively, you essentially gain access to the entire venue for a set period of time, meaning you don’t have to share it with anyone else. It’s a good option if you’re planning an especially large event, such as a gala, awards ceremony or product launch, and require use of a variety of spaces.

So, what are the benefits of hiring a venue exclusively for an event? One of the main perks, of course, is privacy, ensuring the only people in the building are the one's on your guest list. It's a guaranteed way to make your event feel extra special!

There are plenty more benefits to hiring an exclusive venue in London though. You’ll gain access to a dedicated events team, whose focus is on you, and only you, for the entirety of the event. It also means that all the venue’s facilities are at your disposal, whether you need access to a kitchen or require AV equipment for a presentation. If you have guests travelling from further afield and they need a place to stay after your event, then many exclusive hire venues, like hotels, also offer accommodation as part of the package.

We could go on, but ultimately, exclusive hire venues offer a huge amount of flexibility when it comes to event planning. Ready to start your search? Have a scroll through our list of London’s best exclusive hire venues to find your perfect match.

Nobu Hotel London Shoreditch

Nobu Hotel London Shoreditch

10-50 Willow Street, Shoreditch, London, EC2A 4BH

Nobu Hotel London Shoreditch welcomes events of any size, but large, memorable occasions are arguably where this iconic venue excels. Takeover its penthouse, cocktail bar, restaurant and sunken garden for an event like no other.

Max Meeting 100
Max Standing 200
Max Banquet 240
Inca London

Inca London

8-9 Argyll Street, Soho, London, W1F 7TF

This glamorous Latin American bar, restaurant and venue is perfect for a party, boasting a vibrant food menu, live entertainment and colourful cocktails. It’s incredibly versatile too, with options for private screenings, dry hire, pop-ups, team building events and various seating styles.

Max Meeting 75
Max Theatre 75
Max Standing 250
Max Banquet 150
Stationers

Stationers' Hall

Ave Maria Lane, City of London, London, EC4M 7DD

Stationer’s Hall has capacity for up to 200 guests, and is complete with AV equipment, free Wi-Fi, extended licensing hours and more. It's a beautiful, historic space that boasts double-height ceilings, carved oak panelling and stained-glass windows.

 

Max Meeting 200
Max Theatre 200
Max Standing 400
Max Banquet 205
Swingers West End

Swingers West End

15 John Prince's Street, Marylebone, London, W1G 0AB

Boasting a central location just moment’s away from Oxford Circus, Swingers West End is home to a wealth of cool and stylish spaces, with the option to hire them all for up to 800 people. Enjoy use of its crazy golf courses, waiter service all evening, an in-house DJ plus much more.

Max Theatre 100
Max Standing 270
IET London: Savoy Place

IET London: Savoy Place

2 Savoy Place , Covent Garden, London, WC2R 0BL

The refurbished Savoy Place offers increased capacity and cutting-edge tech. We like the idea of the Kelvin Lecture Theatre – with its original mahogany panelling – for presentations and product launches.

Max Meeting 50
Max Theatre 451
Max Standing 330
Max Banquet 330
1 Lombard Street

1 Lombard Street

1 Lombard Street, City of London, London, EC3V 9AA

Set inside a grade II-listed former banking hall, 1 Lombard Street serves as a beautiful backdrop to special events. Hire the brasserie and dome bar for up to 450 standing guests, or 200 seated, to enjoy a meal of modern European classics created by Mark Hix MBE and executive chef Robin Freeman. 

Max Meeting 150
Max Theatre 100
Max Standing 400
Max Banquet 200
Asia House

Asia House

63 New Cavendish Street , Marylebone, London, W1G 7LP

Asia House in Marylebone is well-suited to corporate events and weddings, with a wealth of stunning function rooms available to hire. Spread across two floors, exclusive hire is available for up to 250 standing guests, or 120 for a banquet.

Max Meeting 84
Max Theatre 140
Max Standing 170
Max Banquet 120
The Cinnamon Club

The Cinnamon Club

The Old Westminster Library, 30-32 Great Smith Street, St. James's, London, SW1P 3BU

Create an unforgettable experience at Vivek Singh’s Cinnamon Club in Westminster. Its incredible book-lined dining room is a sight to behold, with beautiful white arches, parquet flooring and a wraparound balcony overlooking the space below.

Max Standing 350
Max Banquet 130
Horizon 22

Horizon 22

22 Bishopsgate, City of London, London, EC2N 4AJ

When looking for exclusive hire venues why go by half measures? Horizon 22 is one of the most impressive options available, complete with 300-degree views from the City of London's tallest building and gorgeous sustainable menus to match.

Max Standing 500
Max Banquet 250
Park Chinois

Park Chinois

17 Berkeley Street, Mayfair, London, W1J 8EA

Lavish, opulent and theatrical are how we’d describe this luxurious Chinese restaurant in Mayfair. Spread across two levels, you can hire each floor individually, or go all out and make the venue yours for the night. Revel in plush interiors, fine dining dishes and cocktails galore.

Max Meeting 180
Max Standing 250
Max Banquet 130
Mallow Canary Wharf

Mallow Canary Wharf

12 Park Drive, Canary Wharf, London, E14 9ZW

One of the warmest and most convivial restaurants in Canary Wharf, Mallow is an enviable location for birthdays, corporate parties, and breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. Plus, exclusive hires here can make the most of glamorous internationally inspired plant-based set menus.

Max Banquet 50
Mildreds Victoria

Mildreds Victoria

128 Wilton Road, Victoria, London, SW1V 1JZ

Simple but modern design, a central location, and brilliantly colourful vegan menus. Mildred’s Victoria has all the ingredients for a fantastic private event, whether it be a work party, a big birthday dinner, or an engagement party with endless lychee rose Martinis and prickly pear Margaritas.

Max Banquet 100

Haven't found anything you like the look of yet? There are plenty more large venues in London to discover, from sports stadiums to museums and concert halls. Better still, we've also rounded up the best large summer party venues in London to ensure you have somewhere to celebrate when the sun starts to shine.

For a more intimate event, check out our guide to the best private dining rooms in London for every occasion, from casual spots to rooms with rooftop views. There's so much to discover, and we're here to help you find the perfect space. 

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