London’s best ballrooms for Christmas parties

Bringing armfuls of heritage charm to Christmas celebrations, the Great Room at RSA House is the place to be. Expect high ceilings, period features, and plenty of space to host up to 220 guests beneath James Barry’s historic murals. It’s also very close to Charing Cross Station, so carriages at midnight need not be an issue.

Modern and spacious, The Biltmore’s ballroom is all about luxury and finesse. Located in the heart of Mayfair, it’s a polished setting for Christmas parties with up to 290 seated guests, though it can also be divided into three separate spaces, with flexible ambient lighting - ideal for pre-dinner receptions.

Primely placed by Liverpool Street Station, One Moorgate Place blends grand architecture with flexible event spaces for groups of all sizes. The Great Hall can host up to 450 standing, with wall-to-wall drapings and mood lighting that add to the elegance. Elsewhere, smaller rooms suit more intimate celebrations, complete with tailored packages and in-house catering.

Though not a ballroom in the most traditional sense, the London Transport Museum is a fantastic option for a Christmas ball with a twist. Its Museum Galleries doubles as a ballroom, with vintage vehicles and travel history as your background. It’s perfect for receptions that blend nostalgia with seasonal sparkle.

Montcalm Mayfair’s Grade-II listed Grand Ballroom is sure to leave an impression with its twinkling lights and festive decor. Guests can expect a red carpet arrival, followed by glasses of fizz and seasonal menus crafted by Michelin-starred chef Akira Back. Plus, there's capacity for up to 320.

Each year, 116 Pall Mall transforms into a festive haven, with not one but two ballrooms available for hire. From glittering receptions to candlelit dinners with catering by the award-winning Searcys, its Georgian grandeur and central location make it a perennial favourite for Christmas entertaining and end-of-year celebrations.

Certainly one of the most remarkable Christmas party ballrooms on this list, Pillar Hall is guaranteed to take your breath away. This show-stopping space can host up to 350 guests for dinner, complete with a dramatic double-height ceiling and decorative pillars. Plus, the layout can be adapted to suit your needs.

A more modern ballroom venue, you’ll find Glaziers Hall right on the banks of the River Thames, just yards from Southwark Cathedral. Start with a drinks reception before heading to the Banqueting Hall to enjoy festive lighting, a proper feast and plenty of dancing. It’s a great option for company parties.

Found just minutes from Blackfriars, and set within a private Georgian-style estate with cobbled lanes, Inner Temple Hall offers a majestic setting for festive gatherings. As one of a few Georgian-style venues, its historic ballroom, complete with wood-panelled walls and stained glass windows, sets the scene for a memorable Christmas banquet.

If you really want to throw a ball, there’s no better place than Hampton Court Palace. Famed as the favoured residence of the Tudors, it delivers drama and grandeur in spades. Dine, dance, and be merry right on the same spot as our most famous kings and queens. Who could say no to that? 

Hidden beneath Shakespeare’s Globe, the Underglobe is a dramatic and theatrical space for Christmas events. It might not be a ballroom in a traditional sense, but come Christmastime, that grand ballroom feeling is palpable. Its sweeping staircase and immersive Up-Up-and-Away festive decor add an unusual twist.

For a Christmas party venue with plenty of space, look no further than DoubleTree by Hilton Ealing. Here, you and your guests can enjoy a flexible setting, with multiple suites and on-site bedrooms. The Ealing Suite is ideal for gatherings for up to 160, with space for pre-dinner drinks and a specialised banqueting kitchen.

Perched on the banks of the Thames, The Westin brings its five-star feel to this year’s festivities, with large-scale spaces and plenty of on-site accommodation. The Westin Ballroom can host up to 300 guests standing, with options to split it into two for a slightly smaller space. Enjoy multi-course feasts or afternoon teas, paired with idyllic riverside views.

Park Plaza Riverbank is one of London’s finest hotels come Christmas time, thanks to charming and tasteful decor and brilliant menus. But did you know it’s also home to an impressive ballroom? Complete with riverside views, private bars and a spiral staircase, the Ballroom can accommodate up to 540 for banquet dinners.

Few places bring the glitz and glamour of The Waldorf Hilton, with its elegant, Edwardian feel and central London location. Its Palm Court ballroom is particularly impressive, with space for up to 400, whilst The Homage Restaurant offers a slightly smaller, but no less impressive space for 80, complete with sparkling chandeliers and soaring pillars.