From the boardwalk on Venice Beach, to Bel Air and the Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles is arguably the world’s epicenter of entertainment, offering some of the most exciting event venues out there. LA - also known as the "City of Angels” - is a vibrant locale in the sunny region of Southern California that’s home to approximately 4 million people, the Hollywood sign, and spectacular Pacific Ocean views.
It’s a diverse and sprawling place, with more than enough event centers to host corporate groups of all sizes, from industries across the board. But, as the second largest city in the United States, finding that perfect LA event venue for you and your colleagues can be challenging.
Whether you’re looking for a location that will work for your team building event, kick-off meeting (for tips on this, read through our blog post on the topic), or company retreat, our team has compiled 20 Los Angeles event venue recommendations to help you get started.
Evolve Project LA is a unique multi-purpose venue located in Central Los Angeles’ Frogtown – a quirky neighborhood that formally goes by the name of Elysian Valley. Choose from 10,000 square feet of indoor or outdoor space and turn this blank canvas into the perfect venue for your LA event.
Area: Elysian Valley
Address: 1921 Blake Avenue, Los Angeles, California, 90039
Phone Number: 213-246-2200
Number of Event and Meeting Spaces: 1
Capacity: Unspecified
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Repurposed by Marvimon Productions, SmogShoppe is a solar-powered event venue that once operated as a smog-check center. Located in the heart of LA’s innovative Art District, it’s not your typical corporate event space but it would make a fun and imaginative venue for a team building activity and group dinner.
Area: Art District
Address: 2651 S La Cienega Boulevard, Los Angeles, California, 90034
Phone Number: 424-261-8204
Number of Event and Meeting Spaces: 2
Capacity: 150 – 250 guests
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3. Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
Inspired by French tradition and local Hollywood glamour, the Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills is a luxury hotel that offers over 20 meeting and event areas. You’ll find it in the center of Beverly Grove, a district alive with restaurants and shops. It would be an ideal space for teams looking for an upscale venue for a day of meetings.
Area: Beverly Grove
Address: 8555 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles, California, 90048
Phone Number: 310-278-5444
Number of Event and Meeting Spaces: 26
Capacity: 300 – 400 guests
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If you and your team are looking for an event venue with a real “wow” factor, look no further than OUE Skyspace. From the top of this Los Angeles attraction, you and your colleagues will have an inspiring 360-degree view of the city’s downtown core as you gather indoors or outdoors on one of two terraces available to your group.
Area: Downtown
Address: 633 W 5th Street #840, Los Angeles, California, 90071
Phone Number: 213-894-9000
Number of Event and Meeting Spaces: 1
Capacity: 88 – 300 guests
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Just east of the Los Angeles International Airport, Optimist Studios would make a great venue choice for corporate groups flying into LAX from out of town. Choose from six areas available at Optimist Studios, including “The Annex,” three studios that vary in size, a more traditional office space, or a lounge area.
Area: LAX
Address: 5441 W 104th Street, Los Angeles, California, 90045
Phone Number: 424-277-0842
Number of Event and Meeting Spaces: 6
Capacity: Unspecified
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Taglyan Complex is an elegant event venue located smack dab in the middle of Hollywood. Although a popular choice for weddings, there’s no reason you and your team can’t book out the grand ballroom, foyer, or garden for your group’s special occasion. It would make a memorable space for any meeting, development program, or team building activity.
Area: Hollywood
Address: 1201 Vine Street, Los Angeles, California, 90038
Phone Number: 323-978-0005
Number of Event and Meeting Spaces: 3
Capacity: 250 – 800 guests
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A classy and upscale facility, City Club LA offers 10 different workspaces for corporate groups that can be used for business consultations, day-long meetings, or even indoor team building. Located downtown Los Angeles right off the 110 Freeway, this event venue is a convenient meeting space for both local and out-of-town organizations.
Area: Downtown
Address: 555 S Flower Street 51st Floor, Los Angeles, California, 90071
Phone Number: 213-620-9662
Number of Event and Meeting Spaces: 10
Capacity: 6 – 250 guests
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You’ll find this architecturally breathtaking building in the Historic District of downtown Los Angeles. Once the city's first Archdiocese Catholic cathedral, Vibiana has since been transformed into an events venue that can offer you and your colleagues a one-of-a-kind meeting space with food from celebrity chef, Neal Fraser.
Area: Downtown
Address: 214 S Main Street, Los Angeles, California, 90012
Phone Number: 213-626-1507
Number of Event and Meeting Spaces: 4
Capacity: 300 – 789 guests
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Part of the world-renowned LA LIVE complex, The NOVO would make an ideal venue for your group if you’re looking for a space with a stage. Here, your company can offer large-scale presentations and training programs for employees or clients before utilizing the space for your team’s own private afterparty.
Area: Downtown
Address: 800 W Olympic Boulevard a335, Los Angeles, California, 90015
Phone Number: 213-765-7000
Number of Event and Meeting Spaces: 1
Capacity: 100 – 1,500 guests
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The Ebell of Los Angeles is a gorgeous event venue located in Central LA, between Hollywood and downtown. With high ceilings and ornate detailing throughout the building, this would make an inspiring setting for almost any corporate event. Choose from The Ebell’s lounge, art salon, dining room, or garden to suit your team’s needs.
Area: Mid-Wilshire
Address: 743 S Lucerne Boulevard, Los Angeles, California, 90005
Phone Number: 323-931-1277
Number of Event and Meeting Spaces: 4
Capacity: 150 – 400 guests
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11. JW Marriott Los Angeles LA LIVE
In the thick of LA’s downtown action, JW Marriott Los Angeles LA LIVE offers an exciting venue for corporate groups, right off the Harbor Freeway. Meet your coworkers here for team building, retreats, or consultations, and then head out to explore popular nearby landmarks like the STAPLES Center, the Grammy Museum, and Microsoft Theater.
Area: Downtown
Address: 900 W Olympic Boulevard, Los Angeles, California, 90015
Phone Number: 213-765-8600
Number of Event and Meeting Spaces: 44
Capacity: 10 – 2,800 guests
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If you’re looking for a large open-concept venue in the Mid-City neighborhood of Los Angeles, look no further. EDGE Studios & Grip offers three studio spaces with an industrial and modern vibe. It would make a great event space for indoor team building, corporate workshops, or hands-on training programs.
Area: Mid City
Address: 1388 S Longwood Avenue, Los Angeles, California, 90019
Phone Number: 323-934-3300
Number of Event and Meeting Spaces: 3
Capacity: 150 – 450 guests
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13. The NoMad Hotel Los Angeles
Steeped deep in history, The NoMad Hotel Los Angeles calls Giannini Place – The Bank of Italy’s original headquarters – its home. You’ll find it right downtown, less than a block from the popular Pershing Square. This hotel is a great option if you and your team are looking for a traditional hotel venue with a little more character and charm.
Area: Downtown
Address: 649 S Olive Street, Los Angeles, California, 90014
Phone Number: 213-358-0000
Number of Event and Meeting Spaces: 7
Capacity: 12 – 275 guests
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Right off the Hollywood Freeway and steps from well-known buildings like Capitol Records, Kimpton Everly Hotel is a sleek and modern LA venue. With rooms ranging from boardrooms to ballrooms, this quintessential Los Angeles hotel provides a wide variety of backdrops for your corporate event regardless of topic or size.
Area: Hollywood
Address: 1800 Argyle Avenue, Los Angeles, California, 90028
Phone Number: 213-279-3532
Number of Event and Meeting Spaces: 11
Capacity: 12 – 250 guests
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As its name may have indicated, The Unique Space is an event venue that is unlike any other. A repurposed century-old warehouse in LA’s Art District, this building has a central location and collaborative vibe. Private offices and an event space are available for rent, and would work well for groups looking for a “modern take on the traditional office building.”
Area: Art District
Address: 1275 E 6th Street, Los Angeles, California, 90021
Phone Number: 213-486-9821
Number of Event and Meeting Spaces: Unspecified
Capacity: 150 – 400 guests
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Looking for a venue in Beverly Hills? Look no further than the SLS Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott. Stylish and elegant, this location has committed an entire floor of their building to meeting rooms for corporate groups. From the garden room to the spacious ballroom, your team is sure to be comfortable at the SLS, Beverly Hills.
Area: West Hollywood
Address: 465 S La Cienega Boulevard, Los Angeles, California, 90048
Phone Number: 310-247-0400
Number of Event and Meeting Spaces: 15
Capacity: 6 – 400 guests
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A bright and airy space located downtown LA, Hudson Loft would make a memorable venue for a variety of business events. Choose from a selection of chic and trendy lofts that your team can configure to suit your needs. Afterwards, hit the town and explore nearby shops in the Fashion District or travel a little further and immerse yourself in Little Tokyo.
Area: Downtown
Address: 1200 S Hope Street, Los Angeles, California, 90015
Phone Number: 213-894-9545
Number of Event and Meeting Spaces: 14
Capacity: Unspecified
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On the outskirts of downtown Los Angles’ Fashion District, HNYPT – or Honeypot LA – is an edgy studio offering 6,000 square feet of ground level space. If you and your team are looking for a venue that you can mold to your vision, this may be the perfect fit for you. Make use of the entire area with a large-scale team building activity, or break out into smaller groups and let the creative ideas start flowing.
Area: Downtown
Address: 212 W 12th Street, Los Angeles, California, 90015
Phone Number: 213-769-8040
Number of Event and Meeting Spaces: 2
Capacity: Unspecified
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19. Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall
An absolutely stunning venue, the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall is on the edge of the University Park neighborhood, set against the backdrop of the University of Southern California. This beautiful building was built in the 1920s and has since been the venue for many concerts and award shows. Offering two event spaces, corporate groups will likely be most interested in the Expo Hall.
Area: University Park
Address: 665 W Jefferson Boulevard, Los Angeles, California, 90007
Phone Number: 213-748-5116
Number of Event and Meeting Spaces: 2
Capacity: 2,200 – 6,300 guests
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20. The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites
Another downtown option for groups looking for a venue in the bustling core of LA, The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites is close to plenty of popular restaurants, museums, and local attractions. You could try 71Above to enjoy some food and a view of the city, then join your colleagues in one of the hotel’s 44 event rooms for a business consultation, product launch, or day of meetings.
Area: Downtown
Address: 404 S Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, California, 90071
Phone Number: 213-624-1000
Number of Event and Meeting Spaces: 44
Capacity: 12 – 3,000 guests
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If you’re planning an event, conference, or corporate get-together and are looking for ways to make it even more memorable, you might want to consider adding a team building activity into your day plan. Whether you’ve got a lot of time or only a little bit, it can provide an added dimension of fun – and employee engagement benefits – to any type event. Here are five great options:
For more information about team building, training and development, and coaching and consulting solutions that are available in Los Angeles, just reach out to our Employee Engagement Consultants.