Royal British Hotel
Royal British Hotel has 3 meeting/event spaces for 40–150 delegates (theatre), largest: Edinburgh Suite (150).
- Up to 200 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
3 photosPhotography pending verification
3 photosCapacity overview
3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Suite | 150 | — | 40 | 80 | 45 | — | — | 120 |
| Castle Room | 60 | — | 24 | 35 | 25 | — | — | 60 |
| Princes Room | 40 | — | 16 | 24 | 18 | — | — | 40 |
At a glance
The Royal British Hotel stands proudly on Edinburgh's iconic Princes Street, offering a prime location opposite Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile. This traditional Scottish hotel combines historic charm with modern amenities, featuring elegant function rooms suitable for conferences, meetings, and special events. The venue provides flexible spaces accommodating up to 200 delegates, with state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment and professional event management services. Located in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre, guests enjoy easy access to major attractions, shopping, and transport links, making it an ideal choice for both business and leisure events.
Best suited for
- Weddings
- Corporate Events
- Conferences
- Business Meetings
- Private Dining
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
Provenance shown for every factMeeting spaces at this venue
Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- AV Equipment
- Air Conditioning
- Natural Light
- City Centre Location
- Restaurant
- Bar
- 24-hour Reception
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Lift access to all floors
- Accessible toilets
Location & getting there
20 Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 2AN, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
Every rating below is computed from verified platform data — never marketing copy.
Royal British Hotel is a verified hotel in Edinburgh, hosting up to 200 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, bedrooms. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
Venue IQ™
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Quality score 90/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does Royal British Hotel have?
Royal British Hotel has 3 meeting and event spaces in Edinburgh, seating up to 150 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of Royal British Hotel's largest event space?
The largest event space at Royal British Hotel is Edinburgh Suite, with a maximum capacity of 150 guests.
What conference facilities does Royal British Hotel offer?
Royal British Hotel offers Free WiFi, AV Equipment, Air Conditioning, Natural Light, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 200 guests for receptions, 150 for seated dining, 80 theatre style
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV equipment provided including projector, screen, microphones and Wi-Fi throughout
Is catering available?
Full in-house catering available with varied menu options from canapes to formal dining
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking available, public parking nearby on Princes Street
About Royal British Hotel
The Royal British Hotel stands proudly on Edinburgh's iconic Princes Street, offering a prime location opposite Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile. This traditional Scottish hotel combines historic charm with modern amenities, featuring elegant function rooms suitable for conferences, meetings, and special events. The venue provides flexible spaces accommodating up to 200 delegates, with state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment and professional event management services. Located in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre, guests enjoy easy access to major attractions, shopping, and transport links, making it an ideal choice for both business and leisure events.
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