Dining

Events

What are the pricing options for private events at art'otel London Battersea Power Station?

The venue operates on minimum spend packages rather than room hire fees. Creative Rooms 1-3 require a minimum spend of £3,500+VAT plus 12.5% service charge for private dining events. JOIA Bar on the 14th floor has minimum spends ranging from £12,500+VAT to £25,000+VAT depending on exclusivity level. Day delegate packages for meetings are available at £75+VAT per person with a 45-person minimum.

What are the capacity limits for different event spaces?

Creative Rooms 1-3 can accommodate 50 boardroom style, 70 cabaret, or 100 theatre style when combined. Individual Creative Rooms hold up to 8 people boardroom style at £600+VAT per day. JOIA Bar rooftop has a maximum capacity of 450 guests. The venue cannot accommodate events requiring more than 450 people total.

What are the standard operating hours and extension policies?

Day room hire for Creative Rooms runs 9:00am-5:00pm, with some packages offering 1:00pm-4:00pm slots. Any extensions beyond standard hours incur additional charges and are subject to availability. Evening events can run until late, with JOIA Bar suitable for parties extending past standard hours.

What's included in the minimum spend packages?

Creative Rooms packages include complimentary use of in-built screens, Wi-Fi suitable for emails and web browsing, bottled still and sparkling filtered water, pre-function space access, and in-built cloakroom. Day delegate packages add three scheduled tea/coffee services with snacks, lunch, and flipchart with pens and paper. All minimum spends are exclusive of VAT and service charges.

Are there any restrictions on event types or entertainment?

The venue accommodates corporate events, private dining, parties, and meetings. DJs and entertainment must be quoted and booked separately through the venue's entertainment team. The venue has declined certain budget-constrained enquiries, suggesting they maintain minimum standards for event types and spending levels.

What AV equipment and technical facilities are available?

Creative Rooms include complimentary in-built screens and Wi-Fi suitable for emails and web browsing. Additional AV equipment like extra large screens, sound systems, and handheld microphones are available but must be quoted separately. The venue can accommodate DJ setups and rolling content displays for corporate events.

What catering options and food service styles are offered?

The venue offers various catering styles including sit-down meals, canapés, bowl food, and buffet options. Tozi restaurant provides sharing-concept menus for private dining. Day delegate packages include scheduled refreshments and lunch service. All catering is subject to the minimum spend requirements plus VAT and 12.5% service charge.

How far in advance should events be booked and what's the booking process?

The venue handles enquiries through their events team at events.battersea@artotel.com. Provisional holds can be placed on dates, and the team requests detailed event information including guest count, budget, preferred setup, and catering requirements. Some enquiries are declined due to availability constraints or budget mismatches, suggesting advance booking is recommended.

What are the payment terms and additional charges to expect?

All pricing is exclusive of VAT (20%) and service charge (12.5% mentioned for some packages). Room-only options start at £600+VAT per day for small spaces, scaling up to £2,000+VAT for larger Creative Rooms (often discounted to £1,000+VAT). Extensions beyond standard hours incur additional charges subject to availability.

What setup styles and room configurations are available?

Creative Rooms 1-3 can be configured as one large open space or split into 1, 2, or 3 separate rooms. Available setups include boardroom (50 people), cabaret (70 people), and theatre style (100 people). The spaces are described as open, colourful, and contemporary with ground floor breakout space, screening equipment, exclusive toilets, and private bar access.