Margate, Kent · Bar, studio & hotel
The Albion Rooms: Gothic Venue Hire in Margate
A rock and roll setting on Margate’s seafront, with candlelit bars, a richly textured recording studio and individually designed hotel rooms. Choose a distinctive backdrop for photography, filming and brand content.
- From £20/hour listed shoot hire rate
- Three space types bar, studio and hotel
- Mon–Sat 9am–5pm, by enquiry
No platform fees for creators
Margate seafront location
One space per booking
Availability confirmed by enquiry
The space
A seaside venue with a dramatic edge
The Albion Rooms brings together a hotel, bar and recording studio on Margate’s seafront. Gothic details, candlelight and richly textured interiors give each space a different character.
The bar combines an ornate gilt fireplace, arched mirror, leather throne chair and bay-window seating overlooking the sea. The basement offers booth seating, fairy lights, vintage posters, checkerboard flooring and a leopard-print stage.
The studio pairs warm wooden panelling and red velvet walls with instruments and a teal velvet sofa. Seven individually designed hotel rooms offer black-and-gold interiors, ornate chandeliers, leather furniture and sea-view bay windows.
Choose the space that suits your shoot. The listed rate covers photo and film use; music videos, live performances, rehearsals and recording sessions should be discussed directly with the venue.
Look around
Take a Look Inside
Explore candlelit bars, a richly textured studio and dramatic hotel interiors. From gilt mirrors and velvet walls to sea-view windows and neon-lit details, each space brings its own character to your next shoot.
Practical details
The Albion Rooms at a Glance
- Location
- 31 Eastern Esplanade, Cliftonville, Margate, CT9 2HL
- Space type
- Bar / recording studio / hotel
- Hire process
- Enquiry only
- Listed hourly rate
- From £20 per hour
- Use of the space
- One chosen space per booking
- Normal hire hours
- Monday–Saturday, 9am–5pm · subject to availability
- Natural light
- Available in the bar and hotel rooms
- Hotel rooms
- Seven individually designed rooms
- Additional charge
- Cleaning fee applies if bedding is used
Clear hourly hire
Venue Hire Price
Photo and film shoot hire is listed from £20 per hour. Tell us which space you need so the host can confirm the rate and availability.
There are no Creator Spots platform fees for creators.
A separate booking is needed for each additional space. A cleaning fee applies if hotel bedding is used.
Live music performances, rehearsals and recording live music are not included at this rate. Contact the venue directly about music videos or recording sessions.
An enquiry does not reserve or confirm the venue.
Choose your backdrop
Three distinctive settings
The bars
Gilt mirrors, candlelight and sea-view seating upstairs; vintage posters, checkerboard flooring and a leopard-print stage in the basement.
The recording studio
Wooden panelling, red velvet walls, Marshall amps, a drum kit, piano, guitars and a teal velvet sofa create a textured setting for photo and film content.
The hotel rooms
Seven rooms with individual character, gothic black-and-gold decor, ornate chandeliers and sea-view bay windows for editorial and lifestyle shoots.
Practical production planning
Access and Facilities
Your hire gives you access to the chosen space for the duration of your booking. Natural light is available in the bar and hotel rooms.
Include your crew size, equipment and any access, parking or load-in requirements in your enquiry so they can be checked with the host.
If you want specific studio equipment, say what you need. Equipment use and audio recording arrangements must be confirmed with the venue.
House rules
- One space per booking
- Separate bookings for additional spaces
- The listed rate covers photo and film shoots
- Live performances, rehearsals and live music recording are excluded
- Contact the venue directly for music videos or recording sessions
- Cleaning fee applies if bedding is used
Use cases
What The Albion Rooms Is Suited To
Editorial and fashion photography
Dramatic rooms, ornate details and gothic interiors for distinctive portraits and fashion imagery.
Brand and lifestyle content
Sea-view seating, velvet textures and individual hotel rooms for a range of visual settings.
Filming and behind-the-scenes content
Bars and studio interiors with rock and roll character. Describe your project so the host can confirm suitability.
Normal hours
Availability
The Albion Rooms’ listed hire hours are:
Monday to Saturday 9am to 5pm
Requested dates, times and spaces are subject to availability and host approval.
Enquire nowWhat to send us
How to Enquire About The Albion Rooms
- Your chosen space
- Preferred date and start and finish time
- What you are creating
- Approximate crew size
- Any specific equipment requirements
- Any unusual access or setup requirements
Creator Spots checks availability and suitability with The Albion Rooms and gets back to you with the next step. An enquiry is not a confirmed booking.
Straight answers
The Albion Rooms Hire FAQ
How much does The Albion Rooms cost to hire?
The listed photo and film shoot rate starts from £20 per hour. Include your chosen space and shoot details so the host can confirm the appropriate rate.
Can I use more than one space?
Each booking covers one space. If you want to use more than one, such as the bar and studio, a separate booking is needed for each.
When is The Albion Rooms available?
Listed hire hours are Monday to Saturday, 9am to 5pm, subject to availability. Creator Spots checks your requested date and times with the host.
Can I book a music video or recording session at this rate?
The listed rate is for photo and film shoots. Live music performances, rehearsals and recording live music are not covered. Contact the venue directly about music videos or recording sessions.
Is there an additional charge for using hotel bedding?
Yes. A cleaning fee applies if bedding is used. Ask for the amount when enquiring about a hotel room.
Where is The Albion Rooms?
On Margate’s seafront at 31 Eastern Esplanade, Cliftonville, Margate, CT9 2HL.
Does submitting an enquiry confirm my booking?
No. Creator Spots checks availability and suitability directly with The Albion Rooms before anything is confirmed.
Enquiry only
Enquire About The Albion Rooms
Looking for a dramatic setting for your next shoot?
Choose a candlelit bar, richly textured studio or characterful hotel room on Margate’s seafront.
Send your chosen space, preferred date, times and shoot details. We’ll check directly with the host before anything is confirmed.
Enquire About The Albion Rooms No platform fees for creators.Send your shoot details
Check The Albion Rooms Availability
Nothing is confirmed until Creator Spots has checked availability and suitability directly with The Albion Rooms.
