The Howard
The Howard has 2 meeting/event spaces for 30–50 delegates (theatre), largest: Drawing Room (50).
- Up to 70 delegates
- 2 meeting spaces
4 photosPhotography pending verification4 photosCapacity overview
2 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atholl Room | 30 | — | 16 | 20 | 18 | — | — | 45 |
| Drawing Room | 50 | — | 24 | 30 | 25 | — | — | 60 |
At a glance
The Howard is a distinguished Georgian townhouse hotel located in Edinburgh's prestigious New Town, just minutes from Princes Street. This boutique property features elegant meeting rooms and private dining spaces that can accommodate up to 70 delegates. The hotel combines historic charm with modern amenities, offering an intimate setting for corporate events, meetings, and special occasions. With its prime location near Edinburgh's main shopping district and major attractions, The Howard provides easy access to the city's business and cultural centers while maintaining an atmosphere of refined tranquility.
Best suited for
- Corporate Events
- Wedding Receptions
- Private Dining
- Business Meetings
- Celebrations
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
- Private dining
- Concierge service
- Historic building
- City centre location
- 24-hour room service
- Business centre
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible restrooms
Location & getting there
34 Great King Street, Edinburgh, EH3 6QH, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
Every rating below is computed from verified platform data — never marketing copy.
The Howard is a verified hotel in Edinburgh, hosting up to 70 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™
A living intelligence record — every entry is generated from verified platform data, not marketing copy.
- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 4 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
- Oct 2025Quality score 90/100
Top-tier data completeness — capacities, facilities and access verified.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does The Howard have?
The Howard has 2 meeting and event spaces in Edinburgh, seating up to 50 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of The Howard's largest event space?
The largest event space at The Howard is Drawing Room, with a maximum capacity of 50 guests.
What conference facilities does The Howard offer?
The Howard offers Free WiFi, AV equipment, Private dining, Concierge service, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 2 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 70 guests for dining events, 50 for meetings with AV setup
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV package includes projector, screen, microphones and Wi-Fi
Is catering available?
Full hotel catering services with customizable menus available
Is there parking available?
Limited on-street parking, nearby public car parks available
About The Howard
The Howard is a distinguished Georgian townhouse hotel located in Edinburgh's prestigious New Town, just minutes from Princes Street. This boutique property features elegant meeting rooms and private dining spaces that can accommodate up to 70 delegates. The hotel combines historic charm with modern amenities, offering an intimate setting for corporate events, meetings, and special occasions. With its prime location near Edinburgh's main shopping district and major attractions, The Howard provides easy access to the city's business and cultural centers while maintaining an atmosphere of refined tranquility.
Similar venues near Edinburgh
Keep exploring
More venues in Edinburgh159 more Jigsaw-researched venues
Not quite The Howard? Browse every Edinburgh venue we list, or brief a named expert and get like-for-like proposals free.
- Conference venues in Edinburgh
- Meeting rooms in Edinburgh
- Training venues in Edinburgh
- Private dining in Edinburgh
Photo: Strevo · CC BY 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Own or manage The Howard? Claim this listing free to respond to enquiries and manage your profile.