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Conrad London St James is a hotel destination wedding venue in London, United Kingdom, hosting 220 at dinner and 300 standing. Best months: June, July, August, September.

Conrad London St James

LondonEngland, United Kingdom

Set in a historic building in central London, Conrad London St James hosts legal ceremonies and receptions on site, with indoor reception space and an on-site bar.

Guests
220 at dinner300 standing
Rooms
256 rooms
Cost
£75 to £170a head
Ceremony
Legal ceremony on site
Season
Best weather Jun–SepAisle estimate
Getting there
LHR

About the venue

Set in a historic building in central London, Conrad London St James hosts legal ceremonies and receptions on site, with indoor reception space and an on-site bar.

The meeting and banquet space seats up to 220 guests for dining or holds 300 standing, with a minimum of 20 guests, and an on-site coordinator works with couples throughout the planning.

Catering is handled in house at £75 to £170 per head including VAT, plus a £1,500 venue fee.

With 256 guest rooms ranging from King Superior Rooms to the two-bedroom and Conrad Suites, travelling guests can stay on site, roughly 15 miles from Heathrow (LHR).

  • Legal ceremonies can be held on site, followed by an indoor reception
  • Seats 220 for a seated dinner or 300 standing, with a 20-guest minimum
  • 256 guest rooms, including Junior, One Bedroom Duplex, Two Bedroom and Conrad Suites
  • In-house catering from £75 to £170 per head, VAT included, plus a £1,500 venue fee

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
220 guests
Standing reception
300 guests
Smallest party taken
20 guests

Staying over

Rooms
256 rooms
Room types
20 listed

House rules

Children
Yes

Best weather to marry

Aisle estimate
  1. January: out of season
  2. February: out of season
  3. March: out of season
  4. April: good
  5. May: good
  6. June: best
  7. July: best
  8. August: best
  9. September: best
  10. October: good
  11. November: out of season
  12. December: out of season
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Getting there

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Nearest airport
LHR
Step-free access
Yes

Questions about the venue

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Can we hold the legal ceremony and the reception at the venue?
Yes. Legal ceremonies are permitted on site and the indoor reception space can follow, with an on-site bar.
What are the catering costs and can we bring our own caterer?
Catering is in house only, priced from £75 to £170 per head with VAT included. External caterers are not permitted and corkage is not allowed. A venue fee of £1,500 applies.
How many guests can the venue hold?
The meeting and banquet space accommodates up to 220 guests for seated dining or 300 standing, with a minimum of 20 guests.
Can our guests stay at the hotel?
Yes. There are 256 rooms, including King and Twin Superior, Deluxe and Executive Rooms, family and connecting rooms sleeping up to four, and suites such as the Junior Suite, One Bedroom Duplex Suite, Two Bedroom Suite and Conrad Suite. Accessible rooms are also available.
Is the venue accessible and can we bring children?
Yes, the venue is accessible, with mobility-access and accessible room types available, and children are welcome.

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Sources and booking notes

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Sources for individual venue facts

  • Seated dinner: 220 guests

    “The Orchard Room accommodates up to 80 people standing and 50 dining, while the Whitehall Suite can host up to 300 people for standing receptions and 220 for dining.”
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  • Standing reception: 300 guests

    “The Orchard Room accommodates up to 80 people standing and 50 dining, while the Whitehall Suite can host up to 300 people for standing receptions and 220 for dining.”
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  • Smallest party taken: 20 guests

    “Licensed to host civil marriage ceremonies and receptions from 20 - 300 guests, ceremonies can take place in the ornately-styled Whitehall Suite and for more intimate gatherings beneath the glass roof and surrounded by blooms, The Orchard Room is a great option.”
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  • Rooms: 256 rooms

    “Find thoughtful amenities and midcentury-inspired décor in our 256 rooms and suites — each the perfect launchpad for city exploring.”
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  • Room types: 20 listed

    “Executive Family Room with Lounge Access”
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  • Legal ceremony on site: Yes

    “Licensed to host civil marriage ceremonies and receptions, our event team is dedicated to making your event one that you’ll cherish for a lifetime.”
    Read the source for legal ceremony on site

  • In-house catering: Yes

    “The hotel provides a range of private rooms supported by in-house catering and menus that include extensive vegetarian, vegan and gluten‑free options.”
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  • Outside caterers allowed: No

    “No external catering allowed”
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  • Dietary options: Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free

    “The hotel provides a range of private rooms supported by in-house catering and menus that include extensive vegetarian, vegan and gluten‑free options.”
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  • Bring your own wine: No

    “No BYO alcohol allowed”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “Discover contemporary restaurants and bars at Conrad London St. James, two of which are led by award-winning Chef Sally Abé, and her culinary team.”
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  • Price: £75 to £170 per head

    “The venue offers various dining packages, starting from £50.00 inc VAT per person for drinks and canapes, with dinner menus from £75.00 inc VAT per person.”
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  • Venue fee: £1,500

    “Room hire at Conrad London St James starts from £1,500.00 inc VAT.”
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  • Included: VAT

    “Comprehensive packages including Champagne, canapes, and dinner are available, ranging up to £170.00 incl. VAT per person.”
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  • Children: Yes

    “Little ones will feel welcome at the Conrad St. James, with inclusive rollaway beds sweetly set up with London-bus-print duvet sets, a basket of London storybooks and toys and edible creations by the pastry chef that’ll put a smile on everyone’s face.”
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  • Nearest airport: LHR

    “LHR”
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  • Step-free access: Yes

    “Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “Exchange vows in the stunning Whitehall Suite, a romantic venue with hints of British charm and over 2,000 sq. ft. of indoor space.”
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  • Historic building: Yes

    “Located in the former Queen Anne's Chambers, our 19th-century building is less than a mile from Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “A dedicated events team with an enviable contacts book ensure your big day is the most perfect and unforgettable celebration.”
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£75 to £170a head

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