Social Event Spaces in New York
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For social soirées, avant-garde activations, lavish product launches or runway shows with a difference, look no further than Virgin Hotels New York. Our versatile event spaces put the fun in functional.
The Loft - Capacity 225 | Size 2444 ft²
The Loft
New York City's most coveted space atop the 38th floor, showcasing glass walls 30-feet high on three sides and a private outdoor observation deck, all offering spectacular views of Manhattan. A unique and memorable space with several configurations to match your style and vibe. Ideal for product launches, milestone celebrations, fashion shows and large social gatherings.

Reception
- Capacity: 225
- Table Type: 24" Cocktails

Banquet
- Capacity: 160
- Table Type: 72" Rounds

Classroom
- Capacity: 138
- Table Type: 6X18" Tables

Theater
- Capacity: 220
- Table Type: Only Chairs

U-shape
- Capacity: 84
- Table Type: 6'X30' Tables
The Summit - Capacity 60 | Size 625 ft²
The Summit
An intimate space 38th floors high with floor-to-ceiling windows and views of the Empire State Building.

Reception
- Capacity: 50
- Table Type: 24" Cocktail

Banquet
- Capacity: 32
- Table Type: 60" Round

School Room
- Capacity: 21
- Table Type: 6'X30' Tables

Theatre
- Capacity: 60
- Table Type: Chairs Only

Conference
- Capacity: 24
- Table Type: 6'30" Tables
Empire Room - Capacity 10 | Size 175 ft
Empire Room
An intimate meeting room 38th floors-high with floor-to-ceiling windows and views of the Empire State Building.

Banquet
- Capacity: 10
- Table Type: 60" Round
Great Room - Capacity 220 | Size 2000 ft²
Great Room
True to its name, the Great Room offers a mighty 2,000 square feet to play with. Get your team together for a meeting, or mastermind a drinks reception to impress. It’s a flexible space, so you can mix it up as you see fit.

Reception
- Capacity: 200
- Table Type: 24" Cocktail

Banquet
- Capacity: 140
- Table Type: 72" Round

School Room
- Capacity: 114
- Table Type: 6'18" Tables

U-Shape
- Capacity: 51
- Table Type: 6'X30" Tables

Theater
- Capacity: 200
- Table Type: Chairs Only
The Founder's Room - Capacity 75 | Size 735 ft²
The Founder's Room
Founder’s Room offers a brilliantly intimate space for meeting with colleagues or socializing among peers adjacent to the Great Room and Pre-Function area. Choose from several configurations to best match the size of your party with the vibe you want to set.

Reception
- Capacity: 75
- Table Type: 24" Cocktail

Banquet
- Capacity: 60
- Table Type: 72" Round

School Room
- Capacity: 32
- Table Type: 6'30" Tables

U-Shape
- Capacity: 24
- Table Type: 6'X30" Tables

Conference
- Capacity: 24
- Table Type: 6'X30" Tables

Theater
- Capacity: 80
- Table Type: Chairs Only
The Conservatory - Capacity 100 | Size 925 ft²
The Conservatory
This oh-so extra outdoor event space on the third floor offers an urban oasis in the heart of the concrete jungle. The light-drenched Conservatory is the perfect backdrop to say ‘I do’ or host a celebration bash that’s simply out of this world. This is a super-flexible space that can be configured to fit the mood.

Reception
- Capacity: 90
- Table Type: 36" Cocktail

Banquet
- Capacity: 75
- Table Type: 24' Rectangle

Theater
- Capacity: 100
- Table Type: Chairs Only

Terrace Banquet
- Capacity: 200
- Table Type: 24" Cocktail

Terrace Recaption
- Capacity: 75
- Table Type: 72" Rounds
Shag Room - Capacity 40 | Size 585 ft²
Quick Compare
Space | Size | Capacity | Natural Light | WiFi | Available |
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The Loft | 2444 ft² | 225 | Yes | Yes | Reception, Banquet, Classroom, Theater, U-shape |
The Summit | 625 ft² | 60 | Yes | Yes | Reception, Banquet, School Room, Theatre, Conference |
Empire Room | 175 ft | 10 | Yes | Yes | Banquet |
Great Room | 2000 ft² | 220 | No | Yes | Reception, Banquet, School Room, U-Shape, Theater |
The Founder's Room | 735 ft² | 75 | No | Yes | Reception, Banquet, School Room, U-Shape, Conference, Theater |
The Conservatory | 925 ft² | 100 | Yes | Yes | Reception, Banquet, Theater, Terrace Banquet, Terrace Recaption |
Shag Room | 585 ft² | 40 | Yes | Yes |

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