The best corporate venues to rent in the Lower East Side

On the edge of Chinatown right near Bowery, Moxy LES offers 9 event spaces for a range of occasions and purposes, from product launches to company dinners. Each space is unique in decor, reflecting the diversity and lively atmosphere of the neighborhood.

The Factory Loft Suite offers stunning views of NYC from its floor-to-ceiling windows and wrap-around terrace. High ceilings, bronze detailing, and a funky floral mural highlight the space, and the open-plan space can accommodate 46 reception-style or 10 at the large dining table. Meeting studios are available for smaller get-togethers, the largest hosting 27 guests, ideal for coworking or private dining.

For larger events, the Silver Lining room is a dreamlike lounge inspired by Andy Warhol, with a glowing bar and figurative outlines illustrating velvet blue curtains and seating. A small stage allows live entertainment and low cabaret-style tables accommodate up to 154 guests. The Highlight Room is a glamorous rooftop space with a glimmering bar, copper-colored curtains, and red leather banquettes centered by a giant olive tree. The 175-person space evokes a modern Eden, if not for the expansive views of NYC leaking in through the glass window.

Event planners, catering teams, and an on-site business center are available to help make your event the best it can be.

The creative studio that is SOMMWHERE was developed to be an alternative to the sometimes wasteful and over-extravagant work event culture of New York. Founded by a furniture and product designer, the interior taps into the Japanese minimalist style, with light wood, white walls that reflect natural light, arched doorways, and a concrete kitchenette.

The space hosts up to 50 standing guests, and 34 for a dining experience. On-site creative direction, branding, staffing, event photography, and private chefs are available as add-ons, and in-house catering packages honor the diverse restaurants that call the LES home.

There is a rental inventory for furniture, kitchenware, decor, and dinnerware, so you don’t have to worry about purchasing items that won’t be used again. Even better: SOMMWHERE donates event decor, unused food, and products to local partners.

Stepping into Casa Duende, you’ll forget you’re not on vacation. This upscale Mediterranean-themed townhouse evokes the feeling of a saltwater-smelling resort on the coast of a shimmering sea somewhere, but far from it (unless you’d consider the East River shimmering). Terra cotta floors and redwood beams line the space, complemented by bright greenery to create a balance in the space. Mixed seating can be rearranged, whether you want to give a presentation or open up to socializing.

With 8,000 sq. ft. of flexible event space, including a cellar and a 1,200 sq. ft. rooftop, you can host up to 200 standing guests. A projector, TV, and speakers are available for host use, and a professional end-to-end planning service will help you throw the event of your dreams.

Whether you’re hosting a corporate party, showcase, or a simple talk, this cabaret-style speakeasy venue will create an exciting event atmosphere for you and your stakeholders. Small tables and stools, dim and colorful lights, and eclectic decor allow up to 120 guests to have an intimate, memorable experience. Natural light can be great, but other times you want something theater-like, and CAVEAT ensures that no light or sound will leak in from the streets above.

Amenities include a 12-foot projector screen, a private green room, LED stage lighting, and full audio and tech setup. For socializing after the corporate event, the bar serves a variety of drinks and bar snacks. In this day and age, remote involvement can be vital, and the three in-house cameras provide live-streaming ability so your guests can join the fun from wherever they are.

Despite what it may seem, Hotel Chantelle is not a hotel – but you’ll find it hard not to stay until morning. Designed to evoke the energy of 1940s Paris, this three-floor venue is a hot place to party in the NYC nightlife scene, with distinct spaces that make it easy to flow from cocktail hour to the dance floor and back again. It’s versatility also makes it a great venue for more energetic company outings, like holiday or summer parties.

The ground floor lobby is the largest club room, hosting up to 350 standing and 300 seated guests. Ornate gothic decor surrounds a large bar, and dark velvet booths and seating line the space. The climate-controlled rooftop space is lit with vintage lighting and hosts 300. The retractable glass ceiling means your event can continue no matter the weather. The basement club is an edgy underground space lined with neon lights and leather seating, suitable for mingling late into the night with up to 200 guests. A full buyout accommodates a whopping 1000 business guests, with each space offering something different.