Whatever type of event you’re organising, a hotel might be the type of venue you need to make it perfect. Hotels often have large spaces with room for bigger events and the staff is usually both service-minded and professional.
Even if you’re not planning to stay the night hotels are great spaces for hosting almost any type of event. They’re versatile venues that can often offer more space than other venue types. We’ve collected 13 great options in Central London.
Why You Should Host an Event at a Hotel
Hotels are great for many types of events. They have the space, they have the facilities and they’ve got years of experience hosting them. Here are some reasons why you should consider booking a hotel venue for your next event:
Space. Hotels often have large spaces unheard of elsewhere that make them ideal for conferences. They’re also fantastic for meetings as they often have good meeting rooms and long experience hosting them.
Conference rooms. Hotels often have large conference rooms that can seat hundreds of people in one go and if you need to break up the space, there are usually several smaller rooms too that can be used for breakout sessions or team meetings during the day.
Food & beverage options. Most hotels will offer catering options for your guests at an additional cost but it’s worth checking what’s available before you book so that you’re not surprised by any hidden costs when it comes to feeding people onsite. Some hotels offer breakfast buffets or drinks throughout the day which is always nice to see as it means there’s plenty to eat and drink while at your event!
What Types of Events You Can Host at a Hotel
What first springs to mind when you’re thinking of hosting an event at a hotel might be a wedding or some other type of big event with room for guests to stay the night but hotels are a good match for many other types of gatherings too.
You might be surprised to hear that one of the most popular event types to host at hotels are conferences and other corporate events. There’s usually plenty of room for large groups and great facilities for meetings. The atmosphere is often professional and luxurious too, which suits any get-together where you’re looking to impress employees and clients. Hotels are also perfect for company Christmas parties or product launches.
For private events, hotels are popular for big celebrations, such as a fiftieth or seventieth birthday party. They’re also a real go-to when it comes to engagement parties and themed occasions.
The 13 Best Hotel Event Spaces in London
Time for the big reveal! Here are the coolest hotels in London for hosting an event. From unique meeting rooms to grand spaces for a big party, we’ve got you covered. Sit back and relax while we take you through the coolest abodes on this side of the globe.
1. Hotel Cafe Royal
Hotel Cafe Royal is a classy 5-star establishment that’s located in the heart of Central London, just a stone’s throw from both Soho and West End. You’ll be sure to impress your guests as they’ll be invited to one of the most exclusive addresses in London, right on Regent Street. The classy meeting room has room for 11 people and is the perfect place to host important business deals and brainstorms.
Price: £150 per hour and £600 per day
Capacity: 11 guests in the meeting room
Closest station: Piccadilly Circus
2. The Landmark
Whether you’re looking to host a grand Christmas party for employees or a more subtle affair like a conference you’ll be sure to find the venue of your dreams at The Landmark. This hotel has more than 2000 square meters of space available to hire for meetings, events, and parties. The calming atmosphere makes this a real oasis in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the city, ideal for creating the headspace you need for some productive brainstorming or just some fun.
Price: Price on asking
Capacity: Meeting rooms with varying capacities and a ballroom for 600 guests
Closest station: Marylebone
3. Shangri-La
Located in The Shard, Shangri-La offers you a unique opportunity to host your next event in the most legendary building on the London skyline. The hotel is built to impress and if the view doesn’t make you stop and stare we don’t know what will. This is the go-to place if you’re looking for something exclusive and luxurious in a great central location right by London Bridge station.
Price: Price on asking
Capacity: Up to 140 people depending on the space chosen
Closest station: London Bridge
4. Andaz London
This 5-star hotel located in the heart of London is one of the city’s first railway hotels dating back to 1884. The classic and luxurious interiors are combined with modern hospitality and catering options that will make your jaw drop. There are 14 meeting rooms, that can all offer private dining, and a conference space with room for up to 500 guests.
Price: Form £500 per day
Capacity: Meeting rooms for up to 14 people
Closest station: Liverpool Street
5. Park Plaza
Park Plaza is one of London’s most popular conference facilities, it has a unique setup for corporate events with a ‘layered’ style venue that makes it possible to host both small meetings and large conference-style events with breakout spaces. The hotel’s excellent location right by Waterloo station also makes it easy to get to from all over London and the UK. If you want to make sure your event goes without a hitch this is the ultimate choice for you.
Price: Price on asking
Capacity: 8 to 1400 guests
Closest station: Waterloo
6. The Londoner
Even though The Londoner is 16 storeys it’s got a unique boutique-style atmosphere with classy interiors and a luxurious vibe. Its unique location in the southwest corner of Leicester square makes this an ideal base for further London exploration even if you’ve got all you need within the hotel’s walls. Don’t hesitate to ask the staff for anything you might need as The Londoner is dedicated to giving a personal experience to all its guests.
Price: Price on asking
Capacity: 8 to 1400 guests
Closest station: Leicester Square
7. Kimpton Fitzroy
Right by Russel Square, you’ll find this elegant luxury abode with state-of-the-art meeting facilities that’ll be sure to impress your guests. If the grand architecture won’t be enough to have you book this space, the modern AV equipment will, including green screen technology and adjustable lighting. This is the optimal choice for someone looking to book a space that communicated class and style while being located at one of London’s best addresses.
Price: Price on asking
Capacity: Up to 350 guests in the Ballroom
Closest station: Russel Square
Closest station: Marble Arch
8. Pan Pacific
Lunch or breakfast meetings should always be held at Pan Pacific. The menus at Pan Pacific are mouthwatering and the interiors are alike. With modern charm and cutting edge audiovisual equipment, this is the perfect opportunity to book a space guaranteeing your meeting will be a success.
Price: Price on asking
Capacity: 2 to 400 guests
Closest station: Liverpool Street
9. Royal Lancaster
Imagine having your next corporate event right by Hyde Park, doesn’t sound like you could get a much better location does it? At Royal Lancaster, you’ll also be spoilt with some of London’s biggest event spaces with room for over 1500 guests. This is the way to go if you’re hosting something big but there are also meeting rooms that can be used separately or as breakout spaces. You’ll be sure to be in safe hands as the staff here are used to hosting large gatherings and conferences, proud to be calling themselves one of Europe’s leading event spaces.
Price: £119 per hour and £3125 per day
Capacity: From 16 people in a meeting room and up to 1680 in the Nine Kings Suite
Closest station: Lancaster Gate
10. The Ned
Time for an important board meeting? The Ned is the right choice for you with its unique meeting rooms boasting oak panelling, vintage chandeliers, and other period features. You have many great options when it comes to size as the event spaces range from 21 to 165 square meters. Don’t miss out on the option of spoiling attendees with the delicious food and drinks options available here either.
Price: Price on asking
Capacity: Rooms accommodating 4 to 200 people
Closest station: Bank
11. Nobu Hotel
Nobu is a global luxury hotel group with locations all over the world that are all some of the world’s best spaces for events. Nobu Hotel in London is a fantastic choice for meetings of all sices as they have rooms with state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment. If you’re looking to host a breakfast meeting you’re in luck as this hotel has a menu that will cater for all guests.
Price: Price on asking
Capacity: Up to 700 people in the ballroom and boardroom capacity ranging from 8 to 16
Closest station: Hyde Park Corner
12. JW Marriott
At JW Marriott you’ll find 23 event spaces with a total capacity of 5449 square meters and one of London’s largest ballrooms. This is the choice for you if you’re looking for somewhere that can host almost any type of event, from award ceremonies to important business meetings.
Price: Price on asking
Capacity: Capacities between 10 and 2000 attendees
13. The Langham
This iconic London Hotel is sure to take your breath away as you step through the doors and is taken aback by the grand architecture and the understated luxury. The spaces here are with carrying amenities and capacities and our favourite is the garden courtyard for glamorous summer parties and drinks receptions. The meeting rooms are all equipped with everything you might need to host a productive session.
Price: Price on asking
Capacity: Spaces with capacities varying from 6 to 375 guests
Closest station: Oxford Circus
