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London's best modern venues for hire

A venue with lots of windows and plenty of natural light is often near the top of a party organiser’s must-have list. Like-wise a light, airy and fresh meeting room is popular, particularly for an important conference or meeting where your delegates need to be. To help you out, we’ve put together a big list of modern venues in London, which tick all the boxes, and will provide a great backdrop to enhance your event and make it unforgettable. Venue hire is often stressful, especially as there are so many contemporary and modern spaces London has to offer, but you’re in safe hands with us.

Updated on 27 May 2026

Need some helping picking the best light, bright and modern venues to hire in London? We’ve located some of London’s most stunning contemporary spaces and made this list to help you plan an unforgettable event.

It can be overwhelming trying to find the right one to create a certain mood or suit a particular audience, so we wanted to help you out. We’ve created this list to make it easier for you, and so you can make the best choice for your upcoming event.

We’ve considered a whole host of different occasions, budgets, locations, and more to compile this list of the best modern venues London has to offer. There are some great contemporary spaces out there available for venue hire. Whether you’re an organiser keen to put your own unique stylistic stamp on a party, or looking to launch a product to potential clients, there’s a modern venue to suit all occasions.

From blank-canvas design party spaces to the best conference centres and galleries, there’s a myriad of options for your next venue hire. Some have lofty, clean looks while others are kitted out with the latest AV equipment and tiered seating for conferences, while some are noted heritage sites that can still cater to more modern tastes. Scroll down to see what modern venues London has to offer.

St Martins Lane Hotel

St Martins Lane Hotel

45 St Martins Lane, Covent Garden, London, WC2N 4HX

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.

Max Meeting 150
Max Theatre 150
Max Standing 200
Max Banquet 120
BRIX

BRIX

16 Great Guildford Street, London Bridge, London, SE1 0HS

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.

Max Theatre 120
Max Standing 350
Max Banquet 100
The View at The Royal College of Surgeons

The View at The Royal College of Surgeons

38-43 Lincoln's Inn Fields, Holborn, London, WC2A 3PE

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.

Max Meeting 63
Max Theatre 300
Max Standing 300
Max Banquet 180
Uncommon Liverpool Street

Uncommon Liverpool Street

34 – 37 Liverpool Street, Liverpool Street, London, EC2M 7PP

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. 

Max Meeting 22
Max Theatre 45
Max Standing 120
Max Banquet 32
Hilton London Tower Bridge

Hilton London Tower Bridge

5 More London Pl, Tower Hill, London, SE1 2BY

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. 

Max Meeting 200
Max Theatre 400
Max Standing 400
Max Banquet 260
Guinness Open Gate Brewery London

Guinness Open Gate Brewery London

1 Mercer Walk, Covent Garden, London, WC2H 9FA

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.

Max Theatre 110
Max Standing 300
Max Banquet 90
Kings Place

Kings Place

90 York Way , King's Cross, London, N1 9AG

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.

Max Meeting 100
Max Theatre 420
Max Standing 400
Max Banquet 120
The Westin London City

The Westin London City

60 Upper Thames St, City Of London, London, EC4V 3AD

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.

Max Meeting 18
Max Theatre 248
Max Standing 300
Max Banquet 200
LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group)

LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group)

10 Paternoster Square, City of London, London, EC4M 7LS

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. 

Max Meeting 123
Max Theatre 123
Max Standing 150
Max Banquet 100
8 Bishopsgate

8 Bishopsgate

8 Bishopsgate, City of London, London, EC2N 4BQ

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. 

Max Meeting 35
Max Theatre 50
Max Standing 70
Max Banquet 130
sohoplace

sohoplace

4 Soho Place, Soho, London, W1D 3BG

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.

Max Meeting 117
Max Theatre 600
Max Standing 260
Max Banquet 100
The Marylebone

The Marylebone

47 Welbeck Street , Marylebone, London, W1G 8DN

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. 

Max Meeting 84
Max Standing 150
Max Banquet 88
Barbican Conference Centre

Barbican Conference Centre

Silk Street, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8DS

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.

Max Meeting 32
Max Theatre 1943
Max Standing 300
Max Banquet 220
Rose Court Events

Rose Court Events

Rose Court Events, Southwark, London, SE1 9HS

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.

Max Meeting 14
Max Standing 450
Max Banquet 140
Horizon 22

Horizon 22

22 Bishopsgate, City of London, London, EC2N 4AJ

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. 

Max Standing 500
Max Banquet 250
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art'otel London Hoxton

1-3 Rivington Street, Hoxton, London, EC2A 3DT

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.

Max Meeting 60
Max Theatre 150
Max Standing 350
Max Banquet 250

Light, bright, modern venues are great for all kinds of occasions, at any time of year. We love that in the summer they allow you to appreciate the (hopefully!) good weather, and in the evening, they make the most of the daylight we have before it dips down for the evening.

If you're still searching for the perfect place for a party, why not check out our list of cool party venues in London or London's best venues with a view? These are all handpicked by our team and guaranteed to impress.

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