HI New York City Ballroom at HI New York City

Banqueting Hall in a Hotel
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Private space
891 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10025
Manhattan, New York City, NY

About this space

Inside one of the last remaining buildings in the city designed by Richard Morris Hunt (aka “the Architect of the Gilded Age”), the space provides an elegant setting for ceremonies, meetings, and celebrations of all types. With large windows letting in plenty of natural light, and classic interior touches like arches and columns, we offer a warm and inviting alternative to generic corporate venues.

Our staff can set up this versatile space “classroom” or “theater” style with a stage and large projector, and seating for up to 110 people. Or, choose a party-ready set up with high cocktail tables, a dance floor, and optional sound system to entertain up to 163 attendees. Whatever your event calls for, this flexible and historic space is sure to charm your guests.

When renting the Ball Room, ask us about adding on outdoor space, too: our 5600-square-foot ground-level patio and garden comprises one of the largest private green spaces in Manhattan, giving you the rare opportunity to host an indoor-outdoor event in Manhattan.

The Ball Room is located inside HI New York City hostel, a Richard Morris Hunt-designed red brick building that’s often described as “castle-like.” Sitting at 103rd St. and Amsterdam Ave., the location offers easy access to 1/2/3 and A/B/C subway lines. The hostel is run by Hostelling International USA (HI USA), a nationwide nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting peace through travel. By booking your event with us, you support our travel scholarships, cultural exchanges, and other educational programming. While entrance to the Ball Room is through the hostel lobby, your guests enjoy exclusive access to the Ball Room and its dedicated private restroom.


Prices

Sunday
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Monday
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Tuesday
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Wednesday
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Thursday
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Friday
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Saturday
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $350 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Minimum booking duration: 4 hours

Capacity

Standing
up to 163
Dining
up to 110

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
External catering allowed
Unavailable: Buyout fee for external catering
Unavailable: Kitchen facilities available for guests
No alcohol provided by the venue
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Air conditioner
Natural light
Dance floor
Accommodation is available on-site
Free parking is available on-site (100 spaces)
Free on-street parking
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: PA system / speakers
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Mirrors

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
Space has noise restriction after 23:00

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Unavailable: Ground level
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
No wedding licence
No temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

- No smoking in the building
- Outside catering is allowed
- Guests are not allowed to bring their own alcoholic beverages

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day with Grace Period

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HI New York City is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.


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HI NYC
Member of Tagvenue since December 2023
12h Response time
50% Response rate

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