Hire Space
Waterloo

116 Pall Mall

  Tap to scroll to images  
Elegant banquet hall at Waterloo, featuring round tables and floral centerpieces for weddings.
  • From £90 per person
  • 140 Standing
  • Piccadilly Circus & Charing Cross
  • From £90 per person
  • 140 Standing
  • Piccadilly Circus & Charing Cross
Historic Georgian venue in the heart of London with award-winning Searcys catering and ornate period features including dramatic chandeliers and marble columns.
Caitlin McCavitt
Caitlin McCavitt

Venue Expert @ Hire Space

  • Professional event management team
  • Fully accessible venue with lift access
  • In-house security and cloakroom services
  • Flexible dining layouts from 50-350 guests
  • Georgian architecture with ornate chandeliers
  • Central London location near Piccadilly Circus
  • Award-winning Searcys catering
  • Multiple interconnected dining spaces

The Hendrix Suite is located on the first floor, making it an ideal venue for small private events, corporate gatherings, Christmas parties, conferences, and birthday celebrations for up to 50 guests. This versatile space at the Holiday Inn London Kensington Forum boasts natural daylight, creating an inviting atmosphere for your event. Situated in the heart of Kensington, the hotel is easily accessible, just a two-minute walk from Gloucester Road Station, connecting you to three Tube lines. With its prime location, your guests can explore iconic attractions nearby, enhancing their experience.

Frequently asked questions

A minimum spend of £15,000 is required to open the venue on weekends, as the venue only operates during weekdays normally. This minimum applies to the total event cost including venue hire, catering, and any additional services.

Standard venue hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm on weekdays. Early access before 8:00am or late access after 5:00pm/11:00pm (depending on space) incurs additional charges of £1,250 + VAT per hour.

A 50% deposit is required within 14 days of signing the contract to secure your booking. The venue accepts payment by BACS transfer, over the phone, or via payment link (AMEX not accepted via payment link). AMEX payments via PDQ machine incur an additional 5% charge of the invoice value.

Contracts must be signed promptly as dates are liable to sell until contracted. The venue typically requires contract signature within 48 hours for provisional holds, and specific deadlines are communicated during the booking process.

Dining packages vary by event type and guest numbers. Examples include a Christmas Dinner Package at £186 + VAT per person (120 minimum) and an upgraded Dinner Package at £284 + VAT per person (50 minimum). All packages include venue hire, catering, drinks, security, and cloakroom services.

External catering is strictly forbidden at the venue. All catering must be provided by Searcys, the in-house caterers. A choice of one dish from each course is required for the whole party (set menu), and dietary requirements are catered for separately to the chosen menu.

The Carlton room accommodates 120 seated for dinner with reception space or 180 seated for dinner only. Other spaces mentioned include various capacities, with the venue able to accommodate different group sizes depending on the specific dining room selected.

Dining packages typically include security and cloakroom services, filtered still and sparkling mineral water, table centrepieces, and venue hire. Christmas packages include traditional theming, while some packages include DJ and dancefloor services for post-dinner entertainment.

Clients must provide a table plan and name places on the day of the event to ensure smooth operations. Final guest numbers and menu selections are required in advance, though specific deadlines vary by event and should be confirmed during booking.

The venue can provide screens, projectors, microphones (including lapel and handheld options), and staging for presentations during dining events. AV requirements are quoted separately and technical specifications should be discussed during the planning process.

More about 116 Pall Mall

116 Pall Mall, home of the Institute of Directors, is an iconic central landmark of London's great Georgian heritage located just minutes from Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus.

With five floors of event space including seven ornate function rooms, a state of the art business centre, meeting rooms, Art Deco café and vaulted brick wine bar, 116 Pall Mall is able to cater for a range of corporate or private events.

116 Pall Mall brochure: