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NYC Seminar and Conference Center
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY4.8 (16)
65 guests
NYC Seminar and Conference Center. You must book this room for the full day or the evening. It's perfect for your next presentation, conference, meeting, workshop, etc.
Day Rates (8:00am 5:00pm):
$1610/day
Evening Rates (6:30pm 9:30pm):
$630/evening
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$1,774 total
before taxes
9 hr min
CAPSULE STUDIO NYC
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY4.9 (35)
100 guests
CAPSULE STUDIO NYC. Clean. Dynamic. Professional.
Feel at ease when you book this spacious private loft for company meetings and presentations one block up from Union Square. All inclusive package pricing for a meeting up to 50 guests except for food catering. Please see our capacity as we can
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$3,428 total
before taxes
8 hr min
VPNY Auditorium
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY100 guests
VPNY Auditorium. Our auditorium is the ideal place for companies looking for comfort, security in an elegant space in Times Square and that can be used for lectures, conferences, courses and training. The space contains adequate lighting, high quality sound system and 2 86 inch televisions that can
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$2,924 total
before taxes
6 hr min
FountStudios.nyc
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY4.8 (48)
125 guests
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Lighting Grid 10’ Trim
# Hospitality
Private Greenroom
Beauty Mirror
Kitchenette
** Activities **
Casting/Audition
Meeting
Off Site
Rehearsal
Presentation
Speaker Event/Panel
Classroom
Church
Workshop
Seminar
Pop Up
Art Show/Exhibit
Film Shoot
Movie Theater
Green Screen
Sound Stage
Video Shoot
Networking
Performance
Theater
Screening
Live Music
Poetry Reading
Concert
Corporate Event
Gallery
Launch Event
Product Showcase/Release
Exhibit
Fundraising Event
Charity Event
Fashion Event
Audio Recording
Podcast Recording
Live Streaming
Need another meeting option? We have another
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$740 total
before taxes
3 hr min
G-Gallery Event Space
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY4.8 (113)
90 guests
G-Gallery Event Space. Space/Art Gallery with Production Studio is ideally located in the bustling heart of Soho. Whether you are planning a business event, seminar, art exhibition, or photo/video shoot for production purposes, our venue offers the perfect setting to meet your needs.
By clicking on the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5r9iAhGv
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$789 total
before taxes
4 hr min
FiDi Creatives
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY5.0 (2)
28 guests
FiDi Creatives. large windows that allow for plenty of natural light, creating a welcoming and productive environment. Whether you're hosting a group workshop, seminar, or educational session, Classroom 1 provides the flexibility and comfort you need. The room is available for hire by the hour, half day, or
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$249 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Conference Room 2 in the Flatiron District
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY4.5 (16)
6 guests
Here is our 200 sq. ft conference room. It's available to rent by the hour for your next board meeting, brainstorming session, etc.
Catering available.
Day Rates (8:00am 5:00pm):
$460/day
Evening Rates (6:30pm 9:30pm):
$230/evening
Hourly Rates (For at least 200 sq. ft)
$86/hour
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$386 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Seminar Room B
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY4.4 (5)
25 guests
Our seminar room in Flatiron offers space in one of NYC’s hottest and most happening neighborhoods. It is very suitable for any type of meeting, conference, seminar, presentation or corporate party. The atmosphere is extremely comfortable, yet the professional vibe is still the point of focus.
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$1,508 total
before taxes
9 hr min
Spacious Theatre & Studio in Chelsea
Midtown, New York, NY4.2 (6)
60 guests
Photo Shoots
Film Screenings
Events
Corporate Meetings & Seminars
Rehearsals & Workshops
Step off the elevator and experience the warmth, comfort, and creativity of our venue!
Do Good with your Event:
Proceeds
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$420 total
before taxes
3 hr min
Event Hall 2
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY200 guests
You must book this room for the full day or the evening. This 2100sf event space is perfect for your next presentation, conference, meeting, workshop, etc. The space includes 6 large screen televisions, plenty of natural light, and two entrances.
Day Rates (8:00 am 5:00 pm):
$3,000/day
Evening
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$3,696 total
before taxes
9 hr min
Meeting Room 2
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY5.0 (1)
12 guests
Flexible training space that can host groups of up to 12 people in a boardroom style configuration. Suitable for meetings, conferences, presentations, or if you want to get some serious business done with your project team or partners. Lots of natural light and open space to
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$1,006 total
before taxes
9 hr min
Inspiring Large Meeting Room in Chelsea 1-2
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY4.8 (82)
30 guests
with Cre8ive’s space wide sound damping, we ensure your event going off without a hitch.
Whether you’re hosting an academic conference, training seminar, or boardroom meeting, Space 1 2 offers the ideal setting to make your event have a lasting impression.
Our space:
Doorman building
Hardwood floors
Versatile
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$138 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Seminar Room C
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY5.0 (1)
65 guests
You must book this room for the full day or the evening. It's perfect for your next presentation, conference, meeting, workshop, etc.
Day Rates (8:00am 5:00pm):
$1,725/day
Evening Rates (6:30pm 9:30pm):
$690/evening
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$1,873 total
before taxes
9 hr min
Affordable 1,350 Sq Ft Meeting & Event Space
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY4.6 (57)
50 guests
This 33'x40' (1,320 sq ft.) space is available for work meetings, seminars, popups, hackathons, and social events ending by 11 pm.
The price includes 30 chairs and 2 tables, additional chairs are $2 each, tables are $10 each.
1080p projector with screen is $40.
Bookings are a
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$500 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Professional Medium Meeting Room B for 6 - HS (Spring Promo)
Midtown, New York, NY5.0 (14)
6 guests
Meeting room features:
6 person capacity
Modern, Oval White Marble Conference Table
Ergonomic Black Leather Executive Chairs
46"" Samsung High Definition LED TV for your Presentations
VoIP High Definition Teleconferencing
High Definition Video Conferencing upon Request
VGA & HDMI inputs for Personal Computers
Wifi & Wired
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$90 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Blender Space
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY4.7 (9)
15 guests
Blender Space. Semi private meeting lounge, perfect for team collaborations, brainstorming sessions, or breakout discussions.
Mid century modern design with large sectional and cozy armchairs for your comfort.
Easels are available upon request.
Complimentary Kobrick coffee, gourmet teas, and infused water
Catering available upon request
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$138 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Modern Meeting Room Midtown Manhattan
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY5.0 (6)
6 guests
Give Your Meetings an Advantage
Create the right impression with professional, cost effective, and easy to reserve meeting rooms with complete business support. Our conference room seats up to 6. Meet in an attractive, professional room that facilitates your agenda with state of the art equipment. You
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$161 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Large Midtown Loft Studio for Meetings
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY4.9 (84)
60 guests
Large Loft studio with 14 ft. ceilings located in Midtown Manhattan.
Our space is perfect for team meeting, model casting, seminars, workshops, and creative brainstorming sessions.
For Event Booking of runways, presentations, exhibitions, parties, showrooms, networking events please visit: https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/673834b8d1705d92df461550?utm_source=copy_link&utm_campaign=listing_sharing
For Production Booking of photoshoots, film shoots please
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$887 total
before taxes
4 hr min
The Circle - Creative Conference Room with TV & Whiteboard Wall
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY5.0 (1)
10 guests
Private, deluxe conference room located within an established coworking community. Equipped with a large whiteboard, TV, conference phone & high speed Wifi. Seats 10 people.
Convenient central location. Walking distance to Penn Station, Port Authority, Bryant Park, Grand Central Station and subway lines:
1, 2, 3, A,
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$150 total
before taxes
1 hr min
The Presley Space - 70 Person Training Room with All the AV +Lounge and Reception Area + Access to Rooftop as well * LIMITED TIME: 30% OFF RATE **
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY4.8 (8)
71 guests
Here is a summary tour of our Presley Room
https://mpembed.com/show/?m=c63MoCcXEpB&mpu=349
Here is a summary video of the facility
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bAeUWSpWisU
Seats 45 in Classroom Setting, 46 in Pods, 36 Boardroom Style, and 71 Theater Style.
Crestron App for Total Meeting Room Control including Zoom Video and Telephone Conferencing.
125" 4K Laser Projector along
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$2,190 total
before taxes
4 hr min
The Forum
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY5.0 (1)
120 guests
The Forum is the ideal flexible hall for larger meetings, town hall sessions, trainings and more. The room is modern while retaining the building’s industrial elements and is equipped with four 86” LED displays, retractable projector, fully customizable lighting system which can project the full color
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$2,190 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Beautiful daylight Team Meeting Room in the fashion District
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY4.9 (30)
12 guests
THIS SPACE IS PERFECT FOR BUSINESS EVENTS, MEETINGS, SEMINARS AND PRESENTATIONS FOR UP TO 14 PEOPLE.
There are 4 additional adjoining conference rooms in various sizes for 6 70 people which can be added to your conference room if needed. Rates vary according to the size
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$316 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Amazing daylight Team Meeting Room in the Garment District
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY4.9 (12)
10 guests
THIS SPACE IS PERFECT FOR BUSINESS EVENTS, MEETINGS, SEMINARS AND PRESENTATIONS FOR UP TO 10 PEOPLE.
There are 4 additional adjoining conference rooms in various sizes for 6 70 people which can be added to your conference room if needed. Rates vary according to the size
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$316 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Large daylight Meeting / Board Room
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY5.0 (57)
18 guests
THIS SPACE IS PERFECT FOR BUSINESS EVENTS, MEETINGS, SEMINARS AND PRESENTATIONS FOR UP TO 18 PEOPLE.
There are 4 additional adjoining conference rooms in various sizes for 6 70 people which can be added to your conference room if needed. Rates vary according to the size
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$358 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Large Flex Event Loft Studio
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY4.9 (182)
70 guests
wonderful natural light and stunning NYC views. Available per week, day, half day for presentations, pop up showrooms, networking events and seminars.
We can provide up to 70 chairs in theater style and we have up to (9) heavy duty 6x2.5 folding tables. We can fit
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$425 total
before taxes
3 hr min
The Square - Creative Conference Room with TV & Whiteboard Wall - Seats up to 10
Midtown, New York, NY4.8 (25)
10 guests
Private, deluxe conference room located within an established coworking community. Equipped with a large whiteboard, TV, conference phone & high speed Wifi. Seats 10 people.
Convenient central location. Walking distance to Penn Station, Port Authority, Bryant Park, Grand Central Station and subway lines:
1, 2, 3, A,
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$150 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Private Meeting Room With Great Daylight For 6 People
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY5.0 (5)
6 guests
About the Space (1403) Studio A
THIS SPACE IS PERFECT FOR BUSINESS EVENTS, MEETINGS, SEMINARS AND PRESENTATIONS FOR UP TO 6 PEOPLE.
There are 4 additional adjoining conference rooms in various sizes for 6 75 people which can be added to your conference room if needed. Rates
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$271 total
before taxes
4 hr min
The Dubai Room – Premier Conference & Event Space with Lounge, Stage & 4K Laser Projection | Jay Conference Bryant Park | Now $600/Hour (Was $950) * PROMO *
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY4.8 (22)
150 guests
Here is a 3D tour of the Jay Conference Bryant Park Facility
https://explorer.virtualspace.us/tour/jay conference bryant park
Here is a summary tour of our Bryant Park location
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nABfHEYnYLg
Themed after the city of Dubai, the room offers a Meeting and Events Space with nearby Lounge and Fully Equipped Dedicated Recharge
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$2,628 total
before taxes
4 hr min
FountStudios.nyc
Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY5.0 (15)
60 guests
FountStudios.nyc. ** Activities **
Casting/Audition
Meeting
Off Site
Rehearsal
Presentation
Speaker Event/Panel
Classroom
Workshop
Pop Up
Film Shoot
Sound Stage
Video Shoot
Networking
Performance
Live Music
Poetry Reading
Audio Recording
Podcast Recording
** Technical ** (ALL INCLUDED)
# Audio
Acoustic Sound treatment
# Video
Rolling TV Screen
# Power
100 Amps dedicated wall power
# Hospitality
Private Greenroom
Kitchenette
Need another meeting option? We have another
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$339 total
before taxes
3 hr min
Classroom/Meetings/Conference Room with: Projector/Screen, Tables/Chairs, Microphone/Speaker
Nolita, New York, NY4.6 (21)
20 guests
It can be used as a classroom, editorial photoshoot studio, birthday party, bridal shower, baby shower, seminar, book signing, a new brand promoting, model casting or any training program. It can fit around 20 30 people sitting with chair or 40 50 people if standing. There
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$294 total
before taxes
3 hr min
SOHO, NYC Mercer Conference Room
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY5.0 (10)
8 guests
Elevate your meetings at the Mercer Meeting Room, a perfect blend of functionality and comfort in Soho's vibrant heart. Bathed in natural light through expansive windows, this space accommodates up to 8 people and features a high definition TV, whiteboard, and a welcoming couch for relaxation.
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$173 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Soho Training and Classroom
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY20 guests
This space is one of New York City’s most unique classroom venues. Featuring a historic location centrally situated in Soho, it boasts plenty of natural light and rustic Americana design, ensuring an inspiring environment for your attendees. This airy, sun soaked front room is ideal for
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$986 total
before taxes
2 hr min
SoHo, NYC Meeting Room (The Library)
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY4.4 (5)
10 guests
In the heart of Soho, NYC we offer fully furnished conference rooms. This meeting room can host up to 10 guests and has a whiteboard, video conference, and AirPlay projector.
AMENITIES:
• Fiber Optic WiFi
• Meeting OWL Video Conference offering 360 degree camera, with built in
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$120 total
before taxes
1 hr min
SOHO, NYC Meeting Room (The Lounge)
Lower Manhattan, New York, NY4.7 (13)
16 guests
In the heart of Soho, NYC, we offer fully furnished conference rooms. With plenty of light and modern wood furnishings, it will bring an open and inviting feel to your guests!
This meeting room can host up to 16 guests and has a whiteboard, a
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$283 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Modern Conference/Business Center
Upper West Side, New York, NY4.9 (8)
8 guests
Our space is ideal for teams looking to retreat for the day into a contemporary and modern oasis business room. Versatile enough to host groups up to 8 people. Our space is adaptable and best suited to accommodate these types of professional activities: meetings, offsites, brainstorming
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$144 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Trendy Meeting Room for 10 People
Upper East Side, New York, NY5.0 (6)
10 guests
This meeting room features a seminar style table with up to 10 chairs, a large whiteboard, laptop to screen capabilities, and trendy wallpaper for that extra pop. Keeps you awake and makes for a great videochat background! The perfect space to hold team meetings, investor pitches,
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$90 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Frequently Asked Questions
Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary Peerspace booking data, reflecting recent booking activity and the latest data available through February 2026.
How much does a seminar venue cost to rent in New York?
Seminar venues in New York average $69 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for. For a space on the smaller side, expect to spend closer to $110, whereas larger venues run about $449 per hour.
seminar venues Pricing Range in New York, NY
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for seminar venues venues in New York, ranging between $109.89 and $448.75.
$69/hr average
What's the best day to rent a seminar venue in New York?
Saturdays are the most popular day for booking seminar venues in New York. For those seeking a deal, consider booking Friday and Sunday as these days are 9% cheaper on average.
How popular are seminar venues in New York?
Our local hosts have welcomed 3092 people into their seminar venues with reviews averaging 4.92 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 98%.
How long do people rent seminar venues in New York?
Most seminar venues are scheduled for 8 hours, with 14 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Seminars starting between 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM.
seminar venues Booking Times in New York, NY
Image representing average rental time for seminar venues in New York, emphasizing most start between 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Host a workshop or lecture at seminar venues in New York City
From large lecture spaces to no-frills meeting rooms, New York City offers endless possibilities when it comes to seminar venues. Led by a knowledgeable speaker, a seminar is a type of educational event in which a group of people meet to discuss a specific topic, such as business or health and wellness. Business seminars can focus on subtopics like marketing, customer service, and leadership, while health and wellness seminars may expand on nutrition, exercise, and stress management.
The purpose of a seminar is to educate and inform participants on a particular subject or issue. Plus, these events may offer a chance to network with other professionals and learn about new research and developments in your field. As a result, seminars potentially introduce new ideas or concepts and encourage dialogue between participants. No matter the topic, seminars are an effective way to share knowledge in an interactive setting. And with so many spaces to host a seminar in NYC, there’s always an opportunity to learn something new.
Explore a variety of unique seminar locations for rent in NYC
Choose from a few different types of seminar venues. The most common one is the classroom-style space, which typically has a capacity of around a few dozen people. Featuring rows of chairs and a podium at the front for the presenter, this venue resembles a traditional class space. Another popular space for a seminar are conference rooms. These tends to be larger than classrooms, with a layout that involves a large table in the center and chairs around the perimeter. Certain conference rooms also provide a stage area for presentations. Other seminar venues to consider include lecture halls, auditoriums, and studio spaces.
Take advantage of NYC venues to hold a day long seminar
Hosting a successful day long seminar in NYC starts with choosing the right venue. With its wide range of options, NYC has a unique venue appropriate for virtually any type of seminar. Before booking a space, consider the size of your seminar, the atmosphere you want to create, and the amenities you need. With these factors in mind, you can start looking at seminar venues. If you are hosting a small seminar with a dozen or so attendees, look at spaces like classrooms and meeting rooms.
For larger seminars, consider seminar venues like flexible event spaces and auditoriums. These tend to have larger capacity and can accommodate larger crowds. Then think about the atmosphere you want to create, depending on your seminar. Do you prefer a casual environment or something more formal? This can help inform your venue choice. Finally, account for the amenities you may need, such as A/V equipment and Wi-Fi. Make sure to ask about these amenities before booking a venue.
Reviews for seminar venues
Anonymized A.
Intimate Meeting Room in Chelsea 3-1
The host was very responsive, I’ve booked it before. The space was perfect for our seminar and as advertised
Kelly A.
Large Flex Event Loft Studio
Wolf was very communicative throughout the booking process & handled any questions I had leading up to my seminars. The space was beautiful & clean and worked VERY well for our needs both days! Hope to book again next time Im on the east coast for work...
Jaqueris B.
Midtown Event Studio with Beautiful Window Street View on 8th Ave
the way down to cold water bottles for our guest! He definitely overcompensated and any time we’re here in New York hosting a seminar this is the place to use! The location is easily accessible, all of my participants said it was very easy to locate. We also were...
Courtney B.
The Tokyo Room – Spacious Classroom & Training Space with Full AV, Zoom Capability & Midtown Views | Jay Conference Bryant Park
Great space, perfect for my summit and I’d use it again
Andrea B.
Flexible Production Studio with Large Mirrors 4
Absolutely amazing. I keep coming back. The host is the kindest man ever. The space was beautiful, I used it for a seminar. Felt extremely safe...
Angelo C.
Flatiron Meeting Room Space (Previously located in Chelsea)
responsive. The space also appear to be very similar to the advertisement. So, we’re entrepreneurs and investors so we pretty much had a seminar and training...
Nicole D.
Large Flex Event Loft Studio
Great spot for a seminar. The host greeted me and helped set up my PowerPoint presentation. There was extra space for some hands on training. Everything was great...
Chandler F.
Fantastic Midtown Art Studio with skyline views
Great place to hold seminars
George I.
Bryant Park Loft for Meetings and Presentations
This is a really incredible space. My company and some of partners put on a seminar and it was very well received. Everyone commented how nice and relaxing it was. The location is wonderful too and very convenient.
Jack and his team couldn't be nicer to work with. We...
Sihyung L.
The Tel Aviv Room – Fully Flexible Meeting & Event Space with Dual 4K Displays & Zoom Room | Jay Conference Bryant Park | Special Grand Opening Rates
We had a truly successful event at the HR-SUMMIT on June 27th, thanks to the excellent venue your company provided.
With the kind assistance of your staff, everything was prepared smoothly in advance. The audio system, projector, seating for the speakers, and every other detail were all perfect.
We...
Briana M.
Sunlit Midtown Event Space Overlooking 5th Avenue
worked with to book and coordinate day-of were professional and personable. Our event was set up for 75 attendees in a theatre-style seminar layout. We ran presentations on a screen and were able to have displays and catering on tables at the back of the room. Although the...
Katarina M.
Meeting Room on Top Floor with Views of Downtown Manhattan
Was the perfect space for what we needed during a 7 person leadership summit! Thanks Thierry
Katarina M.
Meeting Room on Top Floor with Views of Downtown Manhattan
Was the perfect space for what we needed during a 7 person leadership summit! Thanks Thierry
Maceo O.
Multipurpose Venue in the heart of New York City
Very responsive host. Space was exactly as advertised - very spacious! Was perfect for the seminar that I held
Milagros P.
Midtown studio with beautiful window street view on 8th Ave
We used the Midtown Studio to hold our 2-day seminar and we were really pleased with the space. Hannan was attentive, caring and went above and beyond to be helpful. We definitely recommend Midtown Studio for your events...
Jake P.
Spacious, Quiet New York Dream Loft
Suzanne and Mike were excellent hosts and they have a beautiful, welcoming loft. A number of our guests in our 12-person entrepreneurial leadership summit commented on how great the space was. It certainly fit our needs from a tech standpoint and aesthetically exceeded our expectations. The space made for...
Evette R.
5th Ave Conference Room with All your Technical needs
done and taken care of in a very resourceful way and they were always ready to help and support us. We have taught many seminars internationally and Hugh and Jessica made this event probably the least stressful event that we have had! The location was fantastic and venue atmosphere was...
Ekaterina S.
Seminar Room A
and training room is on the Lower level. It takes time to find it, so be early! Once there, room is perfect for the seminar and has all equipment required! Need to have AC on though, so ask for it at reception ahead of time. I would use this space...
Roosevelt T.
Midtown studio with beautiful window street view on 8th Ave
you're between Madison Sq Garden and Port Authority; two mass transit systems. This location made it easy for attendees to get to my seminar via public transportation. I would also like to mention, more importantly Hanna was an awesome person. Thank you very much...
Masami W.
Inspiring Large Meeting Room in Chelsea 1-2
Absolutely loved this seminar space! Everything I requested was ready, the staff was quick and helpful, and they answered all my questions with patience. My client and I were so happy with the experience. Highly recommend...
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