London's best modern venues for hire

The Marylebone exudes modern luxury and sophisticated style - ideal for special occasions and work events. The hotel has a range of spaces, including  an indoor lounge and an outdoor terrace, suited to both intimate gatherings of up to 22 people, and larger parties of 250 guests. Choose between the charming Library, the light-filled Courtyard and more. 

The first new West End theatre built in 50 years, sohoplace is as modern a theatre space as you'll find in London. The 600-seat auditorium is available to hire for private events, as is the entire fifth floor - a large, flexible space with views out over the West End.

BRIX has spaces split across multiple levels, from industrial-chic Basement Bar and Dining Room to a bright, spacious private dining room. BRIX often hosts private dinner events and the like but it's also great for drinks parties and networking.

The stylish five star Westin London City has a number of slick suites for hire, as well as a bright, contemporary Ballroom, with room for up to 300 standing guests. Everything here is sleek and well-designed - perfect for meetings, conferences, networking events and more.

London's highest event space is guaranteed to impress your guests, with breathtaking views from level 58 of 22 Bishopsgate. This bright, modern space is available for exclusive use only, with room for up to 500 guests. 

A spectacular 700-capacity large-scale venue with 360 degree views over the South Bank, Rose Court Events boasts an impressive roof terrace, and stylish blank canvas venues within. With food and drink supplied by respected caterer Searcys, Rose Court has every base covered.

The big calling card for 8 Bishopsgate is that incredible view from the 50th floor of this Bishopsgate skyscraper, but the whole space is very slick and modern - perfect for a show stoppping gala dinner, drinks reception or a conference. 

This airy, design-led venue between Marylebone and Fitzrovia offers slick, state-of-the-art spaces for panel talks, pitches, presentations and more. There are three main spaces for hire: the theatre, rooftop terrace and bar. Hire one, or all three, for events of up to 80 standing guests. Features include event support staff, in-house AV equipment, post-event cleaning, and an experienced supplier list.

LSEG is home to multiple floors of modern facilities, including a state-of-the-art theatre, conference facilities, live broadcast studios and meeting rooms. Check out The Forum - one of the best blank canvas venues in the City of London, with room for 150 guests. 

As you might expect, art'otel London Hoxton is a haven for art enthusiasts, with a spectrum of modern art lining the walls in the downstairs gallery. Soaring ceilings and full AV suite complete the equation, and the in-house catering is second to none as well.

For a modern venue in the heart of Covent Garden, Guinness Open Gate Brewery is sure to impress with its striking underground spaces. Expect exposed brickwork, ambient lighting, and immersive screens - with tailored menus and flexible layouts. Host up to 300 guests in the historic vaults, or opt for the more intimate Bottle or Barrel Rooms.

Kings Place is stuffed with incredible, state-of-the-art spaces, including a 400-capacity auditorium, and a host of smaller meeting rooms, foyers and breakout rooms. The AV tech is second to none, so Kings Place can handle any event you throw at it.

Regardless of what you're after, be it a cocktail reception space, theatre-style set up, or a location for something more intimate, Hilton London Tower Bridge offers all the options. The TwoRuba Cocktail Bar offers modern sophistication, the Tower Suite is a favourite for conferences, and you'll find blank canvas spaces with stunning views. 

One of Shoreditch's best and brightest (literally) venues, Fora - Folgate is a flexible events space for conferences, networking events, meetings and team brainstorms. Hire the breathtaking Conservatory for your next occasion, a tranquil backdrop with skylights, greenery, theatre seating and a video wall. 

One of the world's most iconic arts and conference venues, The Barbican may be famous for its brutalist facade but inside it boasts world-class state-of-the-art facilities. There's a space for every event here, including the very largest events.

Uncommon's slick, modern spaces have made it extremely popular in Liverpool Street. Clean but nicely appointed with lush indoor foliage and stlish lighting, this venue is very on trend, with loads of flexible meeting spaces, an auditorium and even a rooftop for hire. 

With seven versatile event spaces, and standout features like floor-to-ceiling glass and sleek white walls, St Martins Lane is built for contemporary entertaining. With high-tech Studios and the ultra-modern Backroom, every space is designed for impact, making this a striking choice for modern events with up to 200.

The View, expectedly, features some stunning views out over Lincoln's Inn Fields from the sixth floor Park View Suite, but it also has impressive conferencing facilities, and a handful of modern boardrooms available for hire too.