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NYC Meeting & Event Spaces for Rent

Discover beautiful, affordable space rentals for meetings, showers, bar and bat mitzvahs, receptions, and more on Manhattan's Upper West Side.

Located at Amsterdam and 103rd street, just blocks from the 1, B, and C trains, HI New York City hostel is a hidden gem for events. Our classic ballroom and spacious SoHo room make it easy and affordable to book meetings, celebrations, or whatever else you have planned.

A rotating gif of images of the HI New York City Ballroom in different configurations for meetings, events, receptions, parties, and more.

The Ballroom

  • 1,900 square feet
  • 163-person capacity (110 seated)
  • Tables and chairs included
  • 4-hour minimum required
  • $350 per hour
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A rotating gif of images of the Soho meeting room at HI New York City Hostel set up both classroom and conference style.

The SoHo Room

  • 1,450 square feet
  • 100-person capacity
  • Tables and chairs included
  • 4-hour minimum required
  • $300 per hour
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HI New York City has one of the largest private greenspaces in Manhattan available for rent. Here it is seen from overhead.

The Green Space

  • 5,600 square feet
  • 150-person capacity
  • 4-hour minimum required
  • $450 per hour
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A rotating gif of images of the penthouse at HI New York City hostel, showing its open-concept living space set up for both small and large parties, its fully equipped kitchen, and its expansive private terrace.

The Penthouse

  • 700+ square feet of open-concept kitchen and dining space
  • 585-square-foot terrace
  • Includes fully equipped kitchen and private bathroom
  • 36-person capacity
  • 4-hour minimum
  • $350 per hour
  • Perfect for dinners, receptions, or cocktail parties.
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General Terms & Conditions

  • $300 security deposit is required for all events
  • Indoor rentals must end no later than 11 p.m.; Green Space rentals must end no later than 10 p.m.
  • Beer & Wine approval needed prior to event. Hard liquor is not permitted on the premises.
  • A 50% deposit is required 14 days after submitting your booking request.
  • Functions must be paid in full 30 days prior to the event.

Available Discounts

  • Off-peak rates are available Monday-Thursday for events of fewer than 50 people. These events may only be booked up to 8 months out.
  • 25% off standard rates for HI USA mission-aligned organizations.
  • 20% off standard rates for other nonprofit organizations.