Top 10 U.S. Conference & Meeting Venues

Redefine the business trip at this Maine meeting place oasis! Showcasing more than 50,000 square feet of conference space spanning across three different buildings, Point Lookout Resort and Conference Center truly is the Maine event when it comes to meeting. Erickson Hall is perfect for the most massive meetings. This 20,000-square-foot conference center features an ornate lobby, sunlit wrap-around verandas, and an elegant ballroom that can be sub-divided into three rooms. The devoted staff knows that attention to detail is what truly sets conference resorts apart, therefore, the experienced Conference Services team does everything possible to accommodate their business travelers. When you're not brainstorming, take part in team-building exercises that range from outdoor challenge course elements to indoor options. Maine's stunning natural landscape provides plenty of space to explore. Business meets pleasure at Point Lookout!

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67 Atlantic Highway, Northport, Maine 04849

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Experience the height of business travel at The Summit, a mountaintop executive retreat with some of the most spectacular panoramic views in the entire state. It features 18,900 square feet spread over five plush breakout rooms, a private dining room and great room, a sizable formal lobby and lounge area, and a scenic wrap-around deck and lawn overlooking the Bay.

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When you're not working, work out at the 38,000-square-foot health club, which includes cardio machines, free weights, squash, racquetball, tennis, a gymnasium, and an indoor challenge course.

The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort offers a royal assortment of meeting options! Choose from an assortment of elegant meeting venues including the Lanier Ballroom, a 2,880-square-foot meeting room that can be divided into three sections. Bask in the historic charm of the Solarium, a chic meeting space offering sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean and antique furnishings. If you'd prefer a non-traditional conference, meet on the resort's sprawling lawn and soak in the scenery. Exceptional and customizable dining options make for delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinners. Golf groups can use the facilities for fun, as the relaxed atmosphere carries to the course, which is an unforgettable golf experience for players of all levels. Productive days in the meeting room give way to bonding activities outside. Enjoy golfing, massage treatments, trolley tours, and much more. Here's one resort that rolls out the red carpet for business travelers!

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201 Arnold Road, St. Simons Island, Georgia 31522

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The Complete Meeting Package features two nights of lodging, complimentary Wi-Fi, a breakfast buffet for two days, one meeting room with a flip chart and podium, and much more.

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After a productive meeting, The Royal Treatment Cottage offers traditional and customized massage therapies that melt away tension, aches, and pains.

You'll always have more than enough space to meet at The Boar's Head. Featuring 22,000 square feet of meeting and event space spanning across 19 rooms (including two ballrooms), The Boar's Head was designed with meeting in mind. The property has the largest ballroom in Charlottesville and the surrounding area. The Pavilion's pre-function space is large enough to accommodate 20 exhibit tables and session space ideal for general assemblies and installation dinners. The staff will help plan and coordinate everything from unique break options to the most complex privacy/security details. No wonder The Boar's Head has received the Pinnacle Award in 2011and 2012 and was awarded the VAMPI 2011- 2012 Host Facility of the Year.

Cradled by the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, business travelers are in for a serene stay here. You'll find the perfect ambiance on High Hampton Inn & Country Club's 1,400 rolling acres of secluded splendor. Blocking out all modern-day distractions, this inn inspires productivity through simplicity. Though this resort is a trip to the past, the five exceptional meeting spaces do feature all the necessary tools for a successful meeting. Wireless internet and audio/visual equipment are offered in the spaces, which can accommodate anywhere from 10 to 200 attendees. When you're not meeting, bond with your co-workers over a round of golf, a hike to the summit of Chimney Top Mountain, or a rejuvenating session at the onsite spa. Recharge your batteries with delicious high-country cuisine, which is served buffet-style three times a day in the dining room. High Hampton encourages productivity and connections via a distraction-free environment.

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525 Highway 107 South, Post Office Box 338, Cashiers, North Carolina 28717

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High Hampton Inn works closely with each group to customize a meetings package including daily meals, accommodations, and activities. In addition, larger groups can reserve the entire estate for an event.

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Delicious group dinners can be enjoyed in The Pavilion or at the resort's unique lakeside picnic area, which offers breathtaking views and an elegant stone fireplace perfect for after-dinner s’mores.

Take care of the business on the beach at Driftwood Shores Resort and Conference Center! Your conference on the coast features a wave of flexible facilities and outstanding ocean scenery. Hold conferences, training sessions, seminars, and corporate retreats in any of the three oceanfront banquet rooms: the Pacific, Heceta, and Siuslaw. These rooms can accommodate groups up to 150 combined and can all be opened into one large room. You'll really take care of business in the Executive Board Room, which overlooks the roaming waters of the Pacific Ocean. Don't worry if you work up an appetite. The staff is more than happy to arrange any culinary requests you may have while the chef is currently in the process of creating new banquet menus. Business travelers will stay in comfort, as oceanfront rooms offer a comfortable bed after brainstorming. Many rooms have a full kitchen and all have a private balcony or patio/deck. Catch a tan, as guests are just 10 minutes from secluded beach. Stay onsite and soak in the indoor heated pool. The business and the beach intertwine!

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88416 1st Ave, Florence, Oregon 97439

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After a productive pow-wow, business travelers can explore the area by golfing, hiking at Cape Perpetua and the Devils Elbow State Parks, the Oregon Dune National Recreation Area, and Sand Master Park, boutique shopping in Florence's old town, and touring the famous Heceta Head Lighthouse.

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Grab some brain food at The Surfside Restaurant and Classic Cocktail Lounge, which is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Wonder Valley Ranch Resort will be more than happy to customize their superb facilities to fit your exact specifications!

Located near Fresno, CA, Wonder Valley Ranch Resort's conference is comprised of several air-conditioned meeting rooms of various sizes, each equipped with audio/visual equipment. Need even more space? The Legacy Lodge features a beautiful outdoor Lakeview Garden area for groups seeking a large, outdoor mid-week venue. Of course, sprinkled better your work sessions you'll have full access to Wonder Valley's plethora of amenities and attractions. Guided horseback rides, two swimming pools, hayrides, a paintball course, and a ropes challenge course- just remember that you have to get back to work eventually!

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6450 Elwood Rd, Sanger, CA 93657

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The resort is set in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains and is 8 miles from Avocado Lake Park.

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Other amenities include a boating pond, hiking trails, horse riding and archery, in addition to over 5,000 sq ft of meeting and event space.

Ranked in the top 100 most popular meeting resorts in the U.S. by Cvent, The Westin Diplomat Resort and Spa is a Florida meeting place oasis. With more than 200,000 square feet of flexible function space, including a 50,000-square-foot unobstructed Great Hall, four ballrooms, and 39 breakout meeting rooms, The Westin's Convention Center is one of the largest in South Florida and can accommodate anywhere from eight to 8,000 guests. Everything from company-wide meetings to small business sessions is possible here! After a productive day, enjoy an array of team-building exercises that range from friendly rounds on the 18-hole Troon Managed Golf Course to full-service spa treatments. Swing away at the tennis center, enjoy aquatic adventures at two marinas, or lounge at the beach and poolside cabanas. Meet at the beach!

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3555 South Ocean Drive, Hollywood, Florida 33019

Highlights

For intimate brainstorming sessions, try the Tangent™ at Westin, a flexible work space available by the hour for small groups of up to four people.

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After the big meeting, unwind with a collection of rejuvenating treatments at The Spa at The Diplomat. Featuring 22 treatment rooms, eight private patios, a full-service salon, a spa boutique, saunas, and steam rooms, you'll enter a world of relaxation here.

The soft, salty breezes of the Atlantic Ocean welcome you to a different kind of meeting place. The Reach Resort, A Waldorf Astoria Resort awaits, showcasing a corporate retreat that is both productive and pampering. More than 4,700 square feet of meeting space offers a plethora of options spread across five versatile meeting and event rooms. These spacious meeting facilities range from U-shaped to classroom to theater-style to conference. After a productive meeting, enjoy some exceptional eats courtesy of the resort's restaurant Strip House, which offers delectable catering options. When you're ready to relax with your co-workers, catch a tan on the white sands of the 450-foot private beach. Set off onto the ocean for a wealth of water sports or stay dry with a round of golf at the Key West Golf Club. Optimize your relaxation at The Massage Studio, which offers rejuvenating spa services at the resort's sister property. Take care of business and then hit the beach!

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1435 Simonton Street, Key West, Florida 33040

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Choose to meet in the 1,500-square-foot Caribe Ballroom, the 1,023-square-foot Sands Ballroom, or the 912-square-foot Coral Isle Room. With so many options, you can customize your corporate retreat!

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Chic suites offer business travelers a private space to unwind. Soak in the ocean views from your furnished balcony, catch your favorite show on the flat-screen television, or shoot a game of pool.

The White Sands Oceanfront Resort & Spa beckons business travelers to meet at the beach! Overlooking the roaming waters of the Atlantic Ocean, this meeting place oasis is just a short trip for corporate travelers, as it is a short ways from Newark, Philadelphia, and Atlantic City's international airports. This exceptional setting makes for the perfect working atmosphere. The White Sands staff of conference and banquet planners will attend to all the details, from small meetings to large banquets. The catering department can provide food and beverage services to include a full day business package, executive lunch, dinner, or black-tie affair in the beautifully appointed Crystal Ballroom. Audio and video equipment, fax, and copy machines are available and each room has internet data ports. Come blur the lines between business and pleasure at this resort!

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1205 Ocean Avenue, Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey 08742

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When you're not meeting, wander off-site for exciting attractions like Jenkinson's Boardwalk & Aquarium, Six Flags Great Adventure, and Point Pleasant Amusement Area!

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After taking care of business, do away with stress at the onsite Sea Spa & Salon. Rejuvenating body treatments, pampering pedicures, and much more await!

Plan your corporate retreat on the shores of Table Rock Lake, where a sense of serenity inspires creativity. Plan your corporate retreat at Chateau on the Lake. The all-purpose convention center showcases 43,500 square feet of Missouri meeting space and can accommodate anywhere from 10 to 3,000 attendees. For the largest of meetings, meet in the 32,000-square-foot Great Hall. In all, you can conduct corporate events in 19 meeting rooms and brainstorm in three corporate boardrooms. You'll be equipped with everything you need for a successful meeting, as there are data lines with high-speed internet access in all meeting rooms. In addition, state-of-the-art A/V equipment and services by Five Star Audio Visual are provided. For some brain food, delicious dining is provided through exceptional banquet and catering services. Uncover Missouri's meeting place oasis!

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415 North State Highway 265, Branson, Missouri 65616

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A private 54-seat theater is available for special presentations and includes all the A/V equipment and technology necessary for a productive meeting.

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After taking care of business, indulge in a relaxing massage at The Chateau Spa, a 14,000-square-foot rejuvenation center with 10 luxurious treatment rooms, a studio for yoga, and much more!

Elk Ridge Ranch is a great place to hold a team building event for your next regional sales event, company retreat, or team-building exercise!

You'll quickly discover that Elk Ridge Ranch is not like a large resort hotel. At those, your group can get divided by branching off into side groups and meeting at various locations. That's never an issue here! The environment at Elk Ridge Ranch invites group participation and invites teamwork, whether that's in Main Lodge, Blanche House, or Grand Lodge! Your team will find a friendly and work-conducive atmosphere ideal for getting back to the basics and motivating the team to achieve their goals! Afterwards, it never hurts to have a little fun or relax!

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Hoosier National Forest, 8785 Ridge Rd, Shoals, IN 47581

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Elk Ridge Ranch is located only 13 miles from the path of the Indiana Uplands Wine Trail!

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At Elk Ridge Ranch, guests can request secure areas for hunting target practice and archery practice with advance reservations.

South Shore's diverse array of venues and incredible amount of space make it an ideal place to host your next event. The luxurious accommodations are just the cherry on top!

You'll be blown away by South Shore's 25,000 square feet of meeting space! That square footage is spread between an 8,800-square-foot ballroom, a 70-seat amphitheater training center, and more. An event here includes state-of-the-art technology, a catering menu from Executive Chef Roland Kyburz, and a dedicated and experienced events staff to assist with every last detail. Plus, you get to stay in superior comfort- just remember to get some work done!

Address

2500 South Shore Blvd, League City, TX 77573

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The hotel is six miles from the Johnson Space Center and four from the Kemah Boardwalk.

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There's an outdoor pool with a swim-up bar, a lobby lounge and a casual restaurant, plus a business center and 25,000 sq ft of meeting/event space.