Banquets, Gala’s, and Charity Dinners 

Your Special Occasion, Our Speciality

Banquets, Gala’s, and Charity Dinners

Mandolay is equipped with eight, fully air-conditioned, well-appointed event spaces, including the spectacular Mandolay Suite, a room that has played host to some of the top names in comedy appearing in front of an audience of 500, and Live Music Concerts for more than 600 standing revellers.

Charity Gala Dinners are a specialty of ours, with PA and AV for presentations, a Green Room for Star Performers, or Special Guests, and ample space for VIP receptions, with Drink and Canape Service.

Organising any type of Party, Dinner, Celebration, or Gala can be rather stressful, with so many elements to consider, everything from Guest Numbers, Ticket Pricing, Times & Dates, Booking Artists and Acts, Ancillary Services like table plans, balloon arches, seat covers…the list is practically endless. We know that our part in this is to make the organiser look great, and we take the responsibility of enhancing your reputation extremely seriously, we will be the legs paddling furiously beneath the surface, leaving you to be the graceful swan, unruffled and serene.

Our experienced management team lead a dedicated group of hospitality professionals, all committed to delivering the finest service, discrete and attentive at all times, and of course once the party is over, guest can retire to any of our 78 individually decorated bedrooms, and suites. Mandolay is a 4 Silver Star rated hotel and venue, independently assessed by the AA as among the finest establishments of our type in Surrey, we enjoy a deserved reputation as a ‘Boutique Hotel’, close to the heart of Guildford.

Our Spaces

THE MANDOLAY SUITE

Our unique, soundproofed system allows us to switch between layouts with ease, from single span to 2, or 4 separate rooms in an instant, the choice, as always, is yours.

From the moment your guests set foot on the steps leading to the suite, past the attractive ‘flower wall’ and beneath the stunning, 200 drop chandelier, they will be transported to a party venue like no other in Guildford

It is difficult to describe the drama of entering a beautifully lit, wood panelled room, with a built-in exclusive bar and full-service facilities, it really is a sight that you can only fully appreciate first hand.

You will be amazed by what we are able to achieve in this unique space. When fully opened, the suite is comfortably the largest party venue in the area, capable of seating up to 260 guests for a dinner, or 400+ for a less formal occasion. The individual rooms that comprise the suite are suitable for smaller events, with our unique sliding panel room dividers providing almost complete soundproofing.

Whatever the type or size of your party, we really can host the perfect event for you.

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  • Area 17.6 x 23.5
  • Ceiling Height 4.5
  • Max Capacity Standing Reception 500
  • Dining Capacity 300
  • Private Bar inside the suite
  • Built In Disco Lighting
  • Bar till 1am

THE SURREY SUITE

Comprising 3 rooms that can be used individually, as a pair or opened out completely for a stunning full-floor space featuring private bar and full service facilities.

Our London, York and Epsom rooms are perfect for any celebration or occasion, hosting a minimum of 40 guests in any configuration. The entire place is ‘built for parties’, with its own dance floor and integral sound system.

The three rooms together can quickly and easily transform, creating a single span area with its own bar, comfortable seating and exclusive facilities separate from other parts of the hotel. This astonishing flexibility allows your party to grow to up to 120 guests, with access to the private garden, terrace, and Gazebo Lawn via the ground level double-doors.

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  • Area 23.7 x 11.2
  • Max Capacity Standing Reception 180
  • Dining Capacity 140
  • Features Outdoor Terrace
  • Private Bar
  • Bar till 1am

OAK SUITE

Situated on the reception level adjacent to the hotel’s stylish bar and restaurant, The Oak Room typifies the flexibility of the facilities here at Mandolay. Whilst it is comfortably the smallest of our corporate spaces, The Oak Room offers the prospect of intimate private dining, a boardroom style meeting with presentation area for 20 delegates or a well-equipped room for corporate receptions or presentations.

With ample natural daylight The Oak Room can be transformed from daytime meeting to evening reception area in a matter of minutes and is also the perfect space for an exhibition ante room or registration area.

FACILITIES

The glass ceilinged Oak Room is astonishingly flexible. A light and airy meeting space during the day, the room is transformed in the evening to provide an intimate setting for private dining or pre-dinner reception

Free room hire for parties of 40 guests

Free room hire for parties of 40 guests

Free room hire for parties of 40 guests

Free room hire for parties of 40 guests

Free room hire for parties of 40 guests

  • Area 9.35 x 4.92
  • Max Capacity Standing Reception 60
  • Dining Capacity 30
  • Features fully collapsible glass door with natural lighting
  • Access to Bar 36 at the Mandolay
  • Bar till 1am

THE GRILL 

Here at The Grill and Bar 36, our focus is on informality, with great food and drinks presented without fuss or fanfare.

The simplicity of our menu should not disguise the quality of the ingredients that we are committed to using in every dish, from tempting starters, light bites, vegan treats and substantial main courses, to delicious desserts.

Bespoke Gin, Vodka and Cocktail menu’s show our dedication to providing the exceptional as standard. Our cigar offering is second to none in Guildford, with a range to provide the perfect smoke, whatever your taste.

Take a seat in the bar, or choose a booth in the restaurant, our service is at once relaxed and attentive, and if there is anything we can help with, please just ask.

Free room hire for parties of 60 guests

Built in sound system for audio connection

Exciting range of cocktails

Private fully-stocked bar with bartender

Dance floor to party until 1AM

Belvedere Vodka available

Sipsmiths Gin & Tonic

A range of Champagne available to order

  • Hotel restaurant which can be adapted to a private event.
  • Max Capacity Standing Reception 80ppl
  • Dining Capacity 50ppl
  • Features Natural Lighting
  • Access to Bar 36 at the Mandolay
  • Bar till 1am

Room Layouts & Capacities

MANDOLAY
Party
500

MANDOLAY
Banquet
300

SURREY SUITE
Party
180

SURREY SUITE
Banquet
120

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