A fully private bar suits a serious conversation over business entertaining, a date on an anniversary, or a group after-party you would rather keep to yourselves.
Some rooms called private have no door at all, so check how the space is enclosed and how sound carries before you book.
Check what makes it fully private
Confirm that it is closed off by walls and a door, and that other guests do not pass through. Where the photographs do not tell you, ask.
Choose by what matters most: quiet for business entertaining, atmosphere for a date, facilities for an after-party.
Look at the capacity and the seating
Filled to the maximum, a room can feel cramped. Check the number of sofas and chairs and the size of the table.
Coming on from dinner with coats and bags, a cloakroom or somewhere to leave things matters too.
Compare the catering and what else is there
Check the drinks list, the free-flow options, the food, and the range of alcohol-free choices.
Where there is karaoke, golf or darts, you can add something to the evening besides conversation.
- A fully enclosed room with a door
- Seating and tables
- Free-flow drinks
- Any additional activity
Look at the minimum spend and the cancellation terms
Fully private rooms often carry a room charge or a minimum spend. Confirm the total including service charge and consumption.
Checking the deadline for changing numbers, the cancellation terms, and the finish time if you arrive late is worth doing before booking.
A fully private bar in Gion, with golf
The VIP room at Gion Country Club is fully private, with the bar, simulation golf and DAM karaoke.
It takes up to ten guests and supports left-handed play. Mention the occasion, business entertaining, a date, an after-party, when you book.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between fully and semi-private?
A fully private room is closed off by walls and a door. A semi-private one may be open on one side, so choose by the privacy you need.
Can a small group book a fully private bar?
That depends on the venue and the plan. Check the minimum number of guests and any minimum spend.
Can we use karaoke or golf inside the room?
In a room fitted for it, yes. Check any equipment charge and the safety rules.
