Private Event Spaces in the Heart of Mayfair
Nine event spaces. One postcode. Nearly a century of occasion.
At The May Fair, every room has a story, and a purpose. From The Crystal Ballroom, where royalty and London's most celebrated guests have gathered since 1927, to the Velvet Room's discreet curtained seclusion, each space has been designed with a particular kind of event in mind. Together, they accommodate everything from a private dinner for 8 to a landmark reception for 370.
The Crystal Ballroom
Up to 370 guests (reception) | Up to 250 guests (seated dinner) | Up to 400 guests (theatre style)
The May Fair's grandest space, and one of the most storied event rooms in London. Since 1927, it has hosted royalty, heads of state, and the city's most celebrated gatherings. With a private entrance, the latest AV installation, and capacity for up to 370 guests, it remains the first choice for landmark occasions that demand both scale and ceremony. For larger productions, the Ballroom connects directly with The Screening Room, creating a combined footprint that few London venues can match.
Danziger Suite & Atrium
Up to 140 guests (reception) | Up to 100 guests (seated dinner)
Exuding the Art Deco glamour that has defined The May Fair since its earliest days, the Danziger Suite offers an elegant setting for up to 140 guests, equally at home as a reception, a wedding, or a private dinner. Adjoined by the Atrium, with its soaring glass ceiling and lush greenery, the two spaces combine to create one of Mayfair's most striking and versatile venues.
The Screening Room
Up to 201 guests (theatre style)
One of London's most impressive private screening rooms, The Screening Room offers a grand screen, full surround sound, and flexible seating for up to 201 guests, the venue of choice for film premieres, corporate presentations, and private screenings. It connects directly to The Crystal Ballroom for events that call for both an auditorium and a reception space.
May Fair Kitchen
Up to 110 guests (seated) | Up to 200 guests (reception)
May Fair Kitchen occupies one of the most coveted addresses in London and brings the same approach to private events as it does to its daily service: considered, precise, and quietly exceptional. For up to 110 seated guests or 200 for a reception, the space lends itself to launch parties, corporate luncheons, wedding breakfasts, and private celebrations of every kind.
The May Fair Bar
Up to 200 guests (full standing reception)
One of central London's most distinctive private hire spaces, a chic, contemporary room with a dedicated entrance, two fully stocked bars, and the kind of atmosphere that makes an evening feel like an occasion. Whether you take a private booth for an intimate gathering, reserve a corner for a small celebration, or book the entire bar for a standing reception of up to 200 guests, the space adapts to the event without losing its character.
The Velvet Room
Up to 60 guests
Tucked into a secluded corner of The May Fair Bar, the Velvet Room is the ideal setting for intimate, semi-private events of up to 60 guests. Dressed in deep velvet with its own private bar, dedicated entrance, and a thick curtain for privacy, it offers a sense of seclusion that is rare in central London.
Private Dining Room & Terrace
Up to 64 guests (seated dinner) | Up to 100 guests (reception) | Terrace: additional 60 guests
The Private Dining Room is one of The May Fair's most personal spaces, antique walnut floors, emerald fireplaces, a bespoke bar, and a sense of complete seclusion from the world outside. For a seated dinner of up to 64 guests or a reception for 100, it offers an intimacy that the larger event spaces are not designed to provide. Step through to the heated May Fair Terrace, open-air, sheltered, and discreetly appointed, for cocktails before dinner or a quiet close to the evening.
Private Suites
2–8 suites available | 8 to 80 guests depending on configuration
The Private Suites are The May Fair's dedicated spaces for meetings, confidential briefings, and smaller corporate events. Contemporary in finish, generously lit by natural light, and fully equipped with the latest AV technology, they offer the kind of environment where productive work actually happens. Located adjacent to the Danziger Suite, they work particularly well as breakout or pre-function rooms for larger events.
Discuss Your Event With Us
Our events team is happy to talk through your requirements, suggest the right space, and put together a tailored proposal. Whether you have a full brief or simply an occasion in mind, we welcome the conversation.
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7915 3898
Email: events@themayfairhotel.co.uk
Or use our online enquiry form