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The Top 20 Corporate Event Venues in Los Angeles

Written by Kara Sy | Nov 12, 2019 11:02:56 PM

There is no shortage of outstanding event venues in Los Angeles. But with so many to choose from, you might find yourself wondering where to begin your search. We’ve compiled 20 of our favorite LA event venue recommendations to help you find the perfect space.

There is no shortage of outstanding event venues in Los Angeles. But with so many to choose from, you might find yourself wondering where to begin your search. We’ve compiled 20 of our favorite LA event venue recommendations to help you find the perfect space.

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.

1. Evolve Project LA

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

Event Venue Features:

  • Professional AV tech
  • Catering services available
  • Noise reducing sound absorbers
  • On-site Internet and WiFi

2. SmogShoppe

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

Event Venue Features:

  • 100% solar-powered
  • Private indoor/outdoor space
  • 20-foot digital screen
  • Valet parking offered

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

Event Venue Features:

  • On-site AV and videoconferencing
  • Business equipment included
  • Soundproof meeting spaces
  • WiFi and Internet access

4. OUE Skyspace

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

Event Venue Features:

  • Projectors and in-house sound system
  • Catering services available
  • Monitors and green screen capabilities
  • Valet parking offered

5. Optimist Studios

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

Event Venue Features:

  • Parking included
  • LAX shuttle service
  • Internet available
  • Warehouse storage

6. Taglyan Complex

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

Event Venue Features:

  • Professional surround sound
  • Video system and 3D projection mapping
  • Intelligent lighting system
  • Catering services available

7. City Club LA

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

Event Venue Features:

  • State-of-the-art tech
  • Videoconferencing capabilities
  • Concierge on duty
  • Catering services available

8. Vibiana

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

Event Venue Features:

  • Event power for lighting
  • Indoor/outdoor space
  • Valet parking offered
  • Catering services available

9. The NOVO

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

Event Venue Features:

  • Exclusive catering by Wolfgang Puck
  • State-of-the-art acoustics
  • A large 40-foot by 30-foot stage
  • Available pre-paid parking

10. The Ebell of Los Angeles

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

Event Venue Features:

  • In-house catering available
  • Indoor/outdoor space
  • Dining room includes a built-in stage
  • Vaulted ceilings

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

Event Venue Features:

  • Business services offered
  • High-speed Internet access
  • Catering services available
  • AV and meeting equipment

12. EDGE Studios & Grip

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

Event Venue Features:

  • Free parking available
  • High-speed WiFi
  • Kitchenette included
  • Sonos sound system

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

Event Venue Features:

  • State-of-the-art AV equipment
  • Catering services available
  • Indoor/outdoor options
  • Central location

14. Kimpton Everly Hotel

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

Event Venue Features:

  • Multimedia and AV support
  • WiFi and Internet access
  • 24-house business center
  • Catering services available

15. The Unique Space

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

Event Venue Features:

  • Linus bikes for use
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Library and lounge included
  • Free WiFi available

16. SLS Hotel, Beverly Hills

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

Event Venue Features:

  • 24-hour AV support
  • High-speed Internet access
  • Full-service business center
  • Videoconferencing available

17. Hudson Loft

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

Event Venue Features:

  • Central location
  • Versatile and spacious
  • Indoor/outdoor areas
  • Nearby parking lots

18. HNYPT - Honeypot LA

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

Event Venue Features:

  • Ground floor entry
  • Drive-in car access
  • Multiple skylights
  • Vaulted ceilings

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

Event Venue Features:

  • State-of-the-art lighting
  • Adjacent lot for overflow
  • Multi-level space
  • Easily accessible by vehicle

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

Event Venue Features:

  • LA’s largest ballroom
  • Catering services available
  • Professional on-site team
  • In-house AV provider

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:

  1. Clue Murder Mystery – Are you and your colleagues ready to immerse yourselves in the mystery of a deadly crime - without stepping foot outside of your LA event venue? In Clue Murder Mystery, you and your coworkers will split into teams and attempt to solve who had the means, motive, and opportunity to commit a murder. With limited pieces of evidence, you will need to put your heads together if you want to successfully identify which suspect is guilty before the clock runs out.
  2. Game Show ExtravaganzaIf you’ve ever watched a television game show and wondered how it felt to be a contestant, we’ve got just the thing to satisfy your curiosity! With Game Show Extravaganza, your team can play in their very own game-show style competition, tackling photo and trivia challenges covering everything from pop culture to geography, politics, history, and more. This activity is a great way to re-energize your group during a long day of meetings.
  3. Minute To Win ItIf you’re looking for a way to boost your team’s energy levels and let them blow off steam during a packed event day – while enhancing their collaboration at the same time – you’ll love Minute To Win It. In this fast-paced team building activity based on the popular TV show, your group will need to tackle a series of 60-second challenges, gaining points for each one they complete correctly. At the end of the activity, one team will be crowned champions.
  4. Wild Goose Chase – Get outside and re-energize between meetings with this budget-friendly smartphone scavenger hunt! You and your colleagues will split into teams before hitting the streets of LA to complete as many intellectual riddles and physical challenges as you can. The group who finishes the most photo and video challenges by the end of your Wild Goose Chase, wins! You can choose to use your Los Angeles event venue as the starting point, finish line, or both for this activity.
  5. Charity Bike Buildathon – Doing good deeds has been proven to make people happier. That’s why there aren’t many better ways to spend time with colleagues than by getting together to do something nice for somebody else with a philanthropic team building activity. With Charity Bike Buildathon, your team will build and decorate bikes before donating them to a children’s charity in LA. And, in the process, they’ll also have the opportunity to gain valuable business skills as they develop and present an ad campaign for their bicycle to the rest of the team.


Learn More About Team Building Activities in Los Angeles

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.