The best meeting rooms to book in New York

Steps from Wall Street, the New York Marriott Downtown Hotel offers various meeting spaces for groups of all sizes to gather and, well, meet.

The New York Marriott Downtown has 12 event rooms that make up 11,970 sq. feet. With 13-foot-high ceilings, the Grand Ballroom is the largest space, holding 450 guests in theater seating or reception, 250 guests in school room style, and 350 in banquet style.

These New York meeting rooms are flexible, allowing groups to break into smaller sessions. The recently renovated spaces are technologically innovative, with complete AV services and high-speed Wi-Fi. You can also utilize the Marriott culinary team for your hunger needs, from a light breakfast to a heavy lunch.

Hotel Indigo Williamsburg offers two dedicated New York meeting rooms in the residential area of Brooklyn.

The Williamsburg Ballroom has 21-foot ceilings at 6,630 square feet, accommodating 1,000 guests seated theater style, 550 seated in rounds, and 750 in reception. The large space is flexible and can be split into three smaller rooms depending on your New York meeting room needs.

With a capacity of 20, the Union Mezzanine Boardroom is suitable for smaller groups. The floor-to-ceiling windows and the LCD TV flat screen provide the means for an intimate and productive meeting.

Other unique options that stray from the typical conference room are the Williamsburg Suite, Loft Suites, pool deck and lounge, and graffiti gardens, creating a memorable experience for your team.

Only a couple blocks from Bryant Park is the Sofitel New York hotel, with 11 Parisian-inspired New York meeting rooms with names like Ballroom Le Grand Paris, Bastille, and Montmartre.

Theater, U-shapes, board room, classroom, and banquet are all styles Sofitel offers but vary by room, and configurations determine the allowed capacity.

The Ballroom Le Grand Paris is the largest space with a maximum capacity of 190 guests when seated in theater or banquet style. Its name is fitting, with an impressive chandelier in the center of the room and a whimsical mural of the park displayed on the wall. And we could all do with more whimsical murals in our lives.

Across the Manhattan Bridge in Brooklyn is The Tillary Hotel, home to two Brooklyn meeting spaces.

A modern and sophisticated atmosphere is felt in the Tillary Ballroom, with an open floor plan, white light fixtures, and marble bathrooms. Holding a maximum of 200 guests, The Tillary Ballroom will adapt the space to your needs, with the following options: reception, theater, conference, and U-shape.

If you are looking for an atmosphere not to be taken too seriously, the on-site restaurant can be set up in a conference or reception style for up to 100 guests, mixing business and the pleasure of food.

Listen, we know Hard Rock Hotel is essentially at the centre of the Dantean hellscape of Midtown. A refuge for tourists, drunk on overpriced beer and public Spiderman performances, you’d be forgiven for wondering why it appears on this list. Well, hear us out -- The Hard Rock Hotel New York may just surprise you.

The Venue on Music Row is a bi-level space with a stage for live performances and food and beverage options, fitting 400 guests at 6,000 square feet. Its 16x26 LED Wall guarantees unobstructed views, and the room has state-of-the-art audio-visual components, cocktail tables, and high-top tables. The leather banquettes around the meeting room allow guests to break into smaller groups.

Acting as a breakout space is the soundproof Audacy Live with an LED screen and LED monitors. But it's not just an ordinary meeting room; it doubles as an actual recording studio. Two other spaces are the dual-level Rock Star Suite loft penthouse and NYY Events, a 150-person space on the ground floor.

Located just a few steps from New York’s iconic Grand Central Station, Convene 101 Park Avenue, is certainly a convenient location for your next meeting. This venue spans two spacious floors and offers a range of rooms in different sizes, complete with large floor-to-ceiling windows and open common areas bathed in natural light. It’s perfect for town halls, single-room conferences with breakout spaces, networking events, corporate training sessions, alumni gatherings, and more.

Featuring eight meeting rooms, expansive event spaces, and a prime location, Convene at 101 Park Avenue is designed to accommodate high-end meetings and events. The Chrysler Forum and Grand Central Lounge offer space for 200+ people, but smaller rooms such as the Madison or PershingHub can host up to 47 individuals. If you are looking for spaces more intimate than that, fear not: the Boardroom and Vanderbilt Studio are made for groups of 8-10.

Nestled in the heart of Chelsea, this expansive 50,000-square-foot meeting center provides a standout setting for professional events and meetings. The space welcomes guests with a stylish reception area featuring ribbed marble accents, vibrant green walls, and HD televisions. The meeting spaces are spacious, with large windows that fill the space with natural light.

Spanning four floors, Jay Suites Chelsea has 52 tastefully furnished executive suites to book for meetings, offering everything from private individual offices to team suites for groups of up to 50.

NYC Seminar and Conference Center is a great meeting space in the city for – you guessed it – seminars and conferences. This practical venue is clean and straightforward, with well-equipped meeting rooms and neutral decor that fosters focus and productivity. Each room is designed to be flexible, customizable for everything from formal presentations to casual workshops. allowing for customized setups, whether you’re hosting a formal presentation or a casual workshop.

The meeting spaces include nine multipurpose rooms (as well as a spacious break area) for groups ranging from 6 to 200 people. They can be set up in auditorium, classroom, and conference configurations.

Conveniently located just steps from Penn Station and NJ Transit, Cre8ive Space is a bright, 340 sq. ft. loft featuring impressive 12+ foot ceilings and expansive windows that fill the room with natural light. Situated in a doorman building, the space offers hardwood floors, adjustable lighting, and soundproofing for a focused environment. With three restrooms (including one that’s ADA-compliant) and extra-wide hallways, the venue ensures accessibility and comfort for all.

The venue consists of 13 unique spaces for up to 30 guests that can be booked individually or together for presentations, video conferences, workshops, or interviews.

Located in the converted Yorkville Theater building in the Upper East Side, The Commons is a peaceful NYC meeting room venue for the community of the local Upper East Side. Inspired by the greenery of the neighborhood, the venue has wood finishings, green accents, plants, and natural light to create a zen-like working environment.

There are private offices, conference rooms, and coworking spaces across the three floors of The Commons. The five private meeting rooms are available to book during business and extended hours for groups of 4 to 12 delegates.