Meeting and event venues in Edinburgh

Ka Pao opened at Edinburgh’s St James Quarter in March 2022, bringing its Southeast Asian-inspired sharing plates to Scotland’s capital for the first time. The name Ka Pao, a play on the Thai word for holy basil, has become synonymous with Scotland’s thriving dining scene, having quickly built a reputation for its bold flavours, low-key setting and good-night-out vibes. more details…

Award-winning Edinburgh restaurant, Fhior, added to its immersive and modern Scottish experience by introducing a Private Dining Room and Chef’s Table, launched in April 2023. The Private Dining Room accommodates 12 guests for a range of intimate and discrete meetings, Board sessions , round tables, discussions and launches. more details…

Sitting in prime position at the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town, Virgin Hotels’ first Scottish property perfectly marries the intrigue of it’s historic locale with thoughtful, contemporary design. Commons Club Bar & Restaurant will delight you with locally sourced food and drinks, Eve Bar & Restaurant will entertain you will live music and experiential dining, more details…

Whether you’re hosting a networking event, business meeting, workshop or just looking for a place to all meet out of the office, we can help you find the type of space you’re looking for without any fuss. more details…

George Watson’s College offers a unique venue for events, close to the city centre and major transport links. With free onsite parking, and a wide range of spaces to choose from, we can accommodate large and small scale events as well catering and AV services. more details…

The Old Town Campus serves as an excellent conference Hub in central Edinburgh. It offers a flexible combination of historic meeting spaces and modern facilities across several neighbouring venues all within easy walking distance of Waverley Train Station. more details…

The Playfair Library is a uniquely historic venue located in the heart of the University of Edinburgh. Designed by William Playfair in 1827 it's the ideal venue for meetings, dinners and receptions. more details…

Located in the heart of the Old Town Campus of the University of Edinburgh, this iconic venue combines impressive features with capacity for larger conferences and events. more details…

Restoration Yard is set in a wonderfully re-imagined 18th century stables and Tuscan-inspired courtyard at the heart of Dalkeith Country Park. Located just 20 minutes from the city and 25 minutes from the airport, it’s the perfect country escape for your business meeting, incentive, team building or celebration dinner. more details…

Ghillie Dhu is a stunning Grade B listed former church sitting in the shadow of Edinburgh Castle. This award winning venue built in 1842 has been lovingly restored to its former glory and our stunning Auditorium is the perfect setting to host a memorable event. more details…