Business

Dining

Events

What are the room hire rates and minimum spend requirements for business meetings?

Room hire rates vary by space: Met Space costs £1,500 inc VAT for full day hire, White Room costs £900-£2,000 inc VAT depending on event type, and Private Dining Room at COMO The Halkin costs £700-£1,000 inc VAT. Some events require minimum spend instead of room hire - White Room has minimum spends ranging from £2,000-£4,500 inc VAT on food and beverages, excluding the mandatory 12.5% service charge.

What capacity limits apply to each meeting space and setup style?

Met Space accommodates maximum 26 guests in boardroom style and 22 guests in each section. White Room holds maximum 65 guests for theatre style, 50 for seated dining, or 70 standing reception. Private Dining Room at COMO The Halkin seats maximum 36 guests boardroom style, 50 seated, or 65 standing.

What is included in the Daily Delegate Rate package and how much does it cost?

The Daily Delegate Rate costs £130 per person inc VAT (excluding 12.5% service charge) and includes room hire from 9am-5pm, arrival refreshments with homemade pastries, mid-morning coffee break with muffin or fruit skewers, working lunch, afternoon coffee break with cookies, meeting stationery, WiFi internet access, and 1 flipchart. This package is available for Met Space.

What AV equipment is available and what are the additional costs?

Basic inclusions are high-speed WiFi, built-in plasma screen, meeting pads and pens, and IT Butler for setup assistance. External AV equipment costs £600 inc VAT and includes 75-inch TV screen, setup and transportation. White Room includes a built-in plasma screen, while other spaces may require external AV arrangements.

What are the exact food and beverage pricing for meetings?

Individual items include: tea/coffee/infusions £7-£7.50 per serving, tea/coffee with cookies £7.50-£11 per serving, tea/coffee with pastries £12-£15 per serving, still/sparkling water £7-£8 per bottle, soft drinks £6 per serving, flip charts £30, fresh juice jugs £20, sandwich lunch £65 per person, and buffet lunch £85 per person. All prices exclude the mandatory 12.5% service charge.

What is the booking process and payment requirements?

To secure any reservation, 100% payment is required upfront along with a signed contract. Payment details and the contract are provided upon confirmation of your booking. Spaces are typically held on first option for 7 days, after which they may be released to other clients if no confirmation is received.

What is the cancellation policy and associated charges?

Any cancellations made within 30 days of the scheduled event date will be subject to the full charge. This applies to all spaces and booking types, regardless of the reason for cancellation.

Are external catering and entertainment allowed in the venue?

External catering is not permitted due to the hotel's health and safety regulations - all food and beverage must be provided by COMO Metropolitan London. Live music is welcome in the spaces, but DJs are not permitted. External activity providers for team building (such as cocktail making, chocolate making, ice sculpturing) can be accommodated with prior arrangement.

What are the sound restrictions and music policies for events?

The noise limit in event spaces is up to 65 decibels. Music can be played through speakers by connecting your device to the venue's sound system. Live music performances are permitted, but DJ services are not allowed in the venue.

What accommodation rates are available for meeting attendees?

Deluxe City Rooms are available at £319 per room per night inc VAT for single occupancy. This rate includes breakfast and is suitable for meeting attendees requiring overnight accommodation at COMO Metropolitan London.