De Vere Grand Connaught rooms

Member since 25th Sept 2025

Standing on Great Queen Street, that connects Covent Garden with Holborn in the West End of London, is the Grade II* listed De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms. With a history dating back to 1775, the building has long been an important event venue, and was once home to the original Freemasons’ Tavern before becoming a hotel in 1909.

Since then, the venue has hosted some of the world‘s leading politicians, royalty and celebrities with its grand Georgian architecture and art-deco interiors offering 37 exceptional spaces for a wide range of conferences, exhibitions, meetings, training and weddings.

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FAQs answered by De Vere Grand Connaught rooms

How many meeting and event spaces do you have?
We have 37 different spaces, including the Grand Hall capable of fitting up to 1,500 people standing, 540 people banqueting. 2 more grand spaces suitable for up to 200 people cabaret, as well as a penthouse and roof-terrace.
Do you have natural light in your spaces?
Yes, we have natural light in the majority of our event spaces.
What are the nearest transport links?
We're close to Holborn, Covent Garden, and Tottenham Court Road tube stations getting you access to all major tube lines.
What is your largest event space and capacity?
Our largest event space is the Grand Hall, which is 476m2 and over 12m high. It can hold up to 400 people cabaret, 540 banqueting, 750 theatre style, 1,500 people standing as well as fit 48 exhibition stands.