Ah Cardiff! You are all about those buzzing cocktail party venues where creative mixology makes every gathering feel unique. And you’ve got pretty much every type of cocktail hangout: rooftop terraces with views of Cardiff Bay, stylish bars tucked inside the arcades, and those spots that are as fab as your crew. Mingle over espresso martinis in a chic spot on St Mary Street, sample creative concoctions in a speakeasy off Womanby Street, or celebrate in a pretty lounge where the lights shimmer on the water. Scroll on to choose your spot.
Booking costs of cocktail party venues average £1000 minimum spend per event. 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 Cardiff, based on Tagvenue data from February 2026:
| From £400 | to £1750 | minimum spend per event |
| From £125 | to £585 | hire fee per event |
| From £20 | to £30 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated February 2026), the best options include:
Private Upstairs Room at O'Neill's Trinity Street Cardiff
in Cardiff Centre - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Venue was great size, bar staff were brilliant...’
PARTY AND EVENT VENUE at DNC BAR
in Cardiff Centre - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘So responsive in messages before hand, very accommodating, great price for what you get...’
Second Floor & Terrace at The Botanist Cardiff Central
in Cardiff Centre - rated 4.8/5
Venue said: The Botanist is a botanical restaurant on Church Street, serving international inspired dishes, hosting live music and beautiful cocktails. Incorporating fauna and a simple décor, the brand have made a name on Instagram with...
You'll find cocktail party venues 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 Cardiff, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (February 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 120 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 210 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.1 mi from central Cardiff, available to book on Tagvenue:
Page last updated in February 2026
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